James Vincent Sileno Jr., 93, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully July 22 surrounded by his family.
He was born Jan. 25, 1926 in Jersey City to the late James Sr. and Frances (neé Muro) Sileno.
James proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II in the Pacific Theater. He was a drafting engineer for Westinghouse Electric for 42 years before retiring to Monmouth and Ocean counties. He was a member of the Holy Name Society in Jersey City. James was an avid reader, history buff, golfer and fan of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Antoinette; his loving daughters Cheryl Sileno of Ocean Township and Michele DeSomma and son-in-law Joseph of Clifton; his grandsons Joseph DeSomma and wife Christine of Clifton and Anthony DeSomma and wife Kara of Jersey City. Also surviving are his brother George (Kay), his sister Virginia (Vincent) Gulotta, and his sister-in-law Marie (Larry) Goglia.
James will be forever remembered by his numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.
A life Celebration took place July 25 at the John E. Day Funeral Home, Red Bank. A Mass of Christian Burial was July 26 at St. James R.C. Church, Red Bank with entombment immediately following at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Toms River.
Please visit James’s memorial website at johnedayfuneralhome.com.
