Obituary of Michael J. Mazza

Michael J. Mazza, 74, of Elizabeth, NJ passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 8, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born in Vallata, Italy, and moved to Elizabeth, NJ when he was 15 years old in 1963. As a young man, he worked as a mason alongside his father. Eventually, he became a building inspector for various cities for 10 years. Mike then went on to work for the City of Elizabeth in the Building Department as a construction official for 20 years retiring in 2012. He was a member of the Vallatese Club and enjoyed going to Atlantic City and betting on the horses. His love for his family, especially his grandchildren, was endless. Mike was a man who cared for everyone and looked for nothing in return. He could be depended on for anything. He will now be together again with his loving wife, Carol. Mike is predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Carol A. Mazza, his parents Rocco and Annunziata Mazza and his sister, Antoinette Tourkay. He is survived by his children; Nancy Mazza-Castillo, Michele Mazza, and Rocco Mazza, his grandchildren; Anthony, Mia, Ava, Dominick, Michael, Carmelo, and Joseph, his brother, Carmelo Mazza, and his sister, Maria Pellegrino. A visitation will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2023, from 3-7 p.m. and Monday, June 12, 2023, from 10-11 a.m. with a funeral service to follow at the Petruccelli Funeral Home, 232 Christine Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202. Burial will be at Saint Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia, NJ