Jean Sgroi

Jean Ann Sgroi, 85, passed away on March 12, 2025, in Brick Township, New Jersey. Born on April 10, 1939, in Staten Island, NY, she was the daughter of the late James and Constance LaGanga. Jean grew up in the South Beach neighborhood of Staten Island,NY. She graduated from St. John's Villa High School then went on to secretarial school . Shortly after, she met and married the love of her life, Michael. They began their life together in South Beach then moved to Great Kills, Staten Island, NY, where they raised three daughters. Jean took immense pride in her role as the Senior Cafeteria Aide at PS3, in Staten Island. After retiring Jean and Michael moved to Manchester, New Jersey, in 2007. She was actively involved in various clubs, including the Garden Club, Staten Island Club, Red Hats, and the Italian American Club, and enjoyed volunteering at the local thrift store. A passionate cook and baker, Jean delighted in preparing delicious meals for her family. She loved to travel with her family and explore new destinations. Jean enjoyed playing Bocce which she is excellent at and Rummikub with family and friends. Jean loved using her iPad and following her large Italian family on Facebook. Above all, Jean cherished spending time with her family, creating lasting memories. Her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved her. Jean was predeceased by her parents, James and Constance LaGanga; Michael her beloved husband of 62 years; her treasured sister Ann Marie Richner and her sister-in-law, Maria Laganga. She is survived by her daughters, Diane McGuire (Paul), Gina Tomkiewicz (Eric), and Michele Sgroi; her brother, Vincent LaGanga; her brother in law Albert Richner; her sister in law Francine Saccone; her loving grandchildren, Marissa McGuire, Michael Tomkiewicz, and Matthew Tomkiewicz; and her treasured great-grandchildren, Bria and Bryce Mraz. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, between the hours of 3:00 pm and 8:00 pm at the Michael Hegarty and John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals and Cremation Services located at 3377 US Highway 9 Old Bridge, NJ 08857. A funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 10:30 am at St. Ambrose Church, Throckmorton Lane, Old Bridge, NJ. Entombment will follow at Marlboro Memorial Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.HegartyScaliaFuneralHome.com

Jean Sgroi

April 10, 1939 - March 12, 2025