Carmen N. Cestare, age 88, of Holiday City in Williamstown, NJ, passed away on September 2, 2022.

Carmen was a US Army Veteran and later worked as a pipe insulator at the Philadelphia Navy Yard before retiring.   He cherished spending summers down the shore, fishing, crabbing, and was an avid gardener.  Carmen enjoyed listening and strutting to the Mummers.  He was a member of the Holiday City Men's Bowling League for many years.  More than anything, Carmen loved to spend time with his family and friends.

Beloved husband of 64 years to the late Ann Sandford Cestare (nee Dennison).  Devoted father of Sarah Berkett (Jim), Ann Cestare, and Carmen Cestare.  Loving brother of the late Frank Cestare, Jr. and the late Lucille "Dolly" Sclocchini.  Dear son of the late Frank and Mary Cestare.  He is also survived by his grand pup Maddie.

Relatives and friends are invited to his visitation on Friday, September 16th from 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM at St. Mary's Church/Our Lady of Peace Parish, S. Main Street & Carroll Avenue, Williamstown, where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:15 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Peace Parish, 32 Carroll Avenue, Williamstown, NJ 08094.