Joseph M. Monteparo Jr.

JOSEPH M. Monteparo Jr., 60, of Havelock, passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina, with family by his side.

Joseph was born on July 18, 1960, in Neptune, New Jersey, to the late Joseph M. Monteparo Sr. and Ann Vola. He graduated from Asbury Park High School and continued his education at Rutgers University where he graduated with his bachelor’s degree. Throughout school he was an extraordinary athlete. Football was his top sport, and he was the proud captain of his high school football team.

Joseph worked 20 faithful years with the United States Postal Service. He was a devoted father and grandfather to his family.

He is survived by his daughter, Victoria Monteparo Moore of New Bern; sons, Franco Monteparo and Joseph Hill; sister, Susan Puzino; nieces, and nephew, Kristen, Joy, Alexis and Jessie; grandchildren, Asonte, Rayquan, Franco Jr., Alexas, Joseph, Gavin, Alonza, Jason, LaNeisha, Shaheem, Jaheim, Breyonna, Ikreasia, Jovanna, Chosen; and 8 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Laura Monteparo-Beautell; and furry companions, Daisy and Calli.

A gathering of family and friends service will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., Monday, May 17, 2021, at Munden Funeral Home in Havelock. His funeral service and interment will take place at a later time at Buckley Funeral Home in Asbury Park, New Jersey. Dale Bishop will be saying some words on behalf of the family. There will be a 2-minute time slot for people who want to say a few words.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home in Morehead City, North Carolina and Buckley Funeral Home in Asbury Park, New Jersey.