Lorraine M. Pugliese, 87, formerly of Phillipsburg, NJ, died Friday, May 1, 2020 in St. Luke’s Hospital. Born March 27, 1933 in Phillipsburg, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Nora (Shaker) Manazer. Her husband, Salvatore “Toot” Pugliese, Jr., died in 1998.
Lorraine owned and operated Toot’s Tavern, Phillipsburg for over 30 years. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Alpha and graduated from Phillipsburg High School in 1951.
Surviving are three sons, Sal Pugliese, III; Daniel Pugliese; and Michael Pugliese; a twin brother, Albert Manazer; brothers, Jack Manazer and Charles Manazer; a sister, Irene Bonfiglio; five grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews, including Melissa Hess and Jo Anne Riddle. Two brothers, Franklin Manazer and Joseph Manazer died earlier.
Due to the COVID-19 restrictions a private Mass will be held. Entombment will be in St. Philip and St. James mausoleum, Phillipsburg. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling the arrangements. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church, 830 Fifth Ave., Alpha, NJ 08865.
Scott Foss
May 2, 2020 at 10:44 am
Thank you for always looking after my mother Eugenia (Jean) and her roommate Charlotte. You always worried about her not eating or getting out of bed during the day. Your kindness will also be remembered.
May you be able to play BINGO and have a good horror movie for ‘diner and a movie’ every day.
R.I.P. Lorraine
Bill Timmann
May 3, 2020 at 11:15 am
Thank you for your friendship and the conversations we had over the years sorry to hear of your passing I will miss your friendship. Rest in peace you are in a better place with our lord now bless your soul love from me and Sally.
Bette Seveney
May 4, 2020 at 9:32 am
Dear Sal, Donna, & family. So sorry to read of the passing of your mother. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May God be with you through this difficult time. Take care and God bless.
Bette
Dennis and Wanda
May 5, 2020 at 2:03 pm
Dear Aunt Lorraine,
We will always cherish our memories of our family get-togethers. You always brought your bright smile and gentle humor. Rest in peace.