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Bob Douglas posted a condolence
Sunday, October 27, 2024
I found Carmen's obituary page by accident, and a few years later (2024). I was doing some research concerning Duke Farms. Back in the '70s, I worked at the Duke Estate and met Carmen in the Duke Business Office on the Estate. From my own observations, Carmen was well-liked by all who knew him. My job at the estate was in the security dept, so my only interaction with Carmen was on the day shift, and if I had been called to the DBO to see Carmen or Dee about something. It's interesting how he ended up working the security gig at RVCC when he left Duke Farms, I ended up with the Somerset County Sheriff's Office. My sympathies to the Cantore family.
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Janet Cantorewatson posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
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Susan G. Niedt lit a candle
Monday, March 8, 2021
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Love and Light for a man who had a real zest for life!
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Doug Urbano lit a candle
Sunday, March 7, 2021
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To the Cantore/Watson family.
I’m sorry to hear of the passing of Carmen. I used to enjoy sitting and talking to him, and him telling all the interesting stories about Doris Duke and all the things that he did around the estate. May he Rest In Peace.
My condolences to the family
Doug Urbano
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Jennifer posted a condolence
Sunday, March 7, 2021
You were my confiddante. The memories of your life will always be remembered. The dinner date at the gold medalist gala was truly the best date I ever had.i wish I had a picture that was taken of you and me standing with that gold medal. My condolences to your family. Love Jennifer
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Midge Guerrera posted a condolence
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Carmen filled every room with light. His eyes twinkled and his smile brought us joy. His sweeping tales brought laughter, wisdom and often a WOW to those he regaled. I was blessed to be a part of his extended family. Mr . Cantore, Carmen, Carm, I am glad I got to know you. Give Vicki a hug for me.
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Linda Russo posted a condolence
Saturday, March 6, 2021
My sincere condolences to all of our New Jersey family that lived such a fine man. Carmen always treated Joe and I as family. I got to know him better on Facebook. I liked his political views, his last be and respect for law enforcement and his love of his family. Hugs and love to Jan, Doug, Carmen and all the boys and Gil’s that he so dearly cherished. Linda, ( Joes wife )
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Janet Cianci posted a condolence
Saturday, March 6, 2021
I had the pleasure of selling glasses to Carmine at Pearle Vision in Bridgewater. He regaled me with stories of his days working for Doris Duke. He was a wonderful story teller and the most interesting man. We will all miss him. RIP Carmine.
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Mike Brunson posted a condolence
Saturday, March 6, 2021
I worked indirectly when he was the Chief of Security at Somerset County College, and I worked was a Officer for Branchburg PD, Carmen will be missed, RIP.
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Tim Pino uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, March 6, 2021
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I had the pleasure of knowing Carmen since 1997. He was a frequent visitor to the Somerset County Sheriff's Office where I worked at. I also always ran into him at ShopRite in Somerville on Saturday afternoons. He was a fun loving person who touched many lives and will be truly missed.
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Janet Cantore-Watson uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, March 6, 2021
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Our Dad, PopPop, Uncle Carm and friend to many was a one of a kind.
The youngest son of Nichola & Jenny (Stabile) and brother to Nicky, Alex and Ann Cantore, Carmen was known to local residents as that kid on a home-made electric bike, automotive & electronics tinker, cheese & bread maker, funeral assistant and one of Raritan's own sons - a true patriotic Italian-American. He even played the accordian! Carmen served in the National Guards from 1948-1952. During that time he fell for Victoria Benincasa of Bound Brook. They married, produced two children, Janet & Carmine and created a lineage of amazing grandchildren; Amber Leigh Cantore, Tony & Andrea (Kennette), Dean & Sarah, Joe Rae & Renee, Mike & Lauren, Jon & Amanda (Watson) and all their beautiful children - Kaya David & Tyler Kennette, Danica, Jolie and Lincoln Watson. He had a bounty of nieces and nephews and countless "extended family".
In his early years Carmen worked as an auto mechanic while pursuing his passion for law enforcement. He worked as a special for local police departments and in 1962 responded to a call for a security officer on the Doris Duke Estate. He took the position and relocated the family to resided on the estate. In the eighties, Carmen headed the Somerset County College (now Raritan Valley Community College ) Security team until his retirement.
A fixture on the downtown Somerville Cruise Night circuit, he and Vicky would park his prized 1982 AMC Eagle, have a slice at Alfonso's and chat with the other car buffs. The couple enjoyed trips to AC, the Jersey Shore, parades and ballgames and the company of in-laws Connie & Harry Frezza and Rosalie & Dick Savidge. After Vicky's passing in 2005 "Mr. Carmen" became a regular at the local ShopRite where he took lunch most every day. The last year of his life he resided with his family in Flagtown.
To all of you who knew Carmen, Mr. Carmine, PopPop... Thank you for listening, caring, the hugs and smooches, sharing his love for law enforcement, cars and country music.
Our Dad was truly his own self and will be missed.
Kind regards,
Janet Cantore Watson
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The family of Carmen J. Cantore uploaded a photo
Friday, March 5, 2021
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