Obituary of Patrick Joseph Cozza

Patrick J. Cozza, age 83 of Milford (Alexandria Twp.) NJ passed away suddenly on Friday, November 24, 2006 at Suburban Hospital, Bethesda, Maryland where he was surrounded by his family. Mr. Cozza was born January 11, 1923 in Orange, NJ. He was the son of the late Samuel and the late Margaret Cozza. Mr. Cozza was a Veteran who served in the US Navy during World War II . He has been living in Milford for the past 11 years. He was previously from West Windsor. He was employed by NJ Bell in Elizabeth as an Electrical Engineer for over 43 years, before retiring in 1989. He was also an artist, belonging to the Water Color Society of Hunterdon County. Mr. Cozza was a member of St. Catherine of Sienna Church and sang in the churchs choir. He also enjoyed golf. Patrick is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Angela (DAgostino) Cozza; his loving children: Patrick A. Cozza and his wife Beth of Oldwick, NJ; Jane Ann Leier and her husband Michael of Bethlehem Twp., NJ; Dr. Stephen Cozza and his wife, Dr. Kelly Cozza of Potomac, Maryland; Paul J. Cozza and his wife Kathleen of Virginia Beach, VA; His dear Grandchildren: Sara Jane and Matthew Leier; Brittany, Rebecca, Patrick J., Vincent, Cecilia, Katelyn, and Molly Cozza; His brother: A. Robert Cozza of West Palm Beach, Fla.; and his sister: Gloria Magno of Tucson, AZ . He was predeceased by his parents and his two sisters: Louise and Margaret. Visiting hours will be on Thursday, November 30th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Martin Funeral Home. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 1st at 11:00 am at St. Catherine Of Sienna Church in Pittstown. All are welcome to attend. Memorial donations may also be made in his memory to: St. Anthonys Bread Line, c/o St. Francis of Assisi Church, 135 West 31st St., New York, NY 10001.