Marinus A. Romano, a World War II veteran and lifelong engineer, passed away on Monday, February 12th, 2024. He was 97.
Tony was born May 28, 1926 in Passaic, New Jersey and lived in Brooklyn with his Parents, Anthony Romano and Vera Deluca, and brother Ron.
Tony enrolled in the Army in 1944. Tony toured Europe as a tank driver in the 342nd Armored Field Artillery. He was a member of the Central Europe and Rhineland Campaigns, obtaining the World War II, American Campaign, EAME Campaign, and Good Conduct medals. He was honorably discharged in 1946 and enrolled at the University of Oklahoma from 1946 to 1950, graduating with a Masters in Aerospace Engineering. Tony then went on to achieve a PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn in 1954.
Tony married Doris Carnese in 1955 and lived on Long Island with their two children, Mark and Veralynn. Tony worked as a Senior Design Engineer at Fairchild Republic Co. for 30 years, designing and researching aircraft and missile systems. He ended his career working for General Applied Science Laboratories, Inc. (GASL) as a Principle Research Scientist and served as a consultant for several years
Tony and his wife Doris moved out to New Jersey in 2007 to live with their daughter Veralynn on her farm. Since then, Tony filled his days with fixing things around the farm, gardening, and taking care of his beloved cat friends.
Tony was predeceased by his parents Anthony and Vera, his son Mark, his wife Doris, and his brother Ron.
Tony is survived by his daughter Veralynn and two grandchildren, Holly and Alex.
He will be missed by all those who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
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Liz Palumbo says
February 16, 2024 at 2:44 pmVera, So very sorry for the loss of your beloved Dad. Godspeed to him.
Kristine Ceses says
February 19, 2024 at 3:16 amVeralynn n family, my dad Joseph Rixh n MOM Kathy myself Kristine n husband Patrick are so saddened n upset to hear of your dad’s passing. I will miss his stories n pictures on his birthday. His quick whit n smarts about a lot. He will sorely be missed by many. All ournprayers n Condolences n love ❤️. May God wrap Tony I. His wings n keep him in peace n ease in heaven. Please let us know when when dads celebration of life via my email, I know dad will want to be there.. my number is 908 362 9881 home. Tha k you.
Kathy Rich says
February 20, 2024 at 8:39 pmWe are so sorry to hear of our dear friend Tony who passed away suddenly. We will miss his quick wit and stories about his military service, which he was very proud to tell at our get togthers. Thank you Tony for your service and friendship. Condolences to Vera and grandchildren, who he was very proud of. Please take care of his kitty friends, they were a priority to feed before he came to meet us.
Kristine Ceres says
May 19, 2024 at 4:08 pmWhen will the celebration of life for Tony be?? Many of his friends would like to know. Thank you
Kristine Ceres says
June 6, 2024 at 4:17 pmIs his daughter Vera actually doing a celebration of life, and if so when???
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