David Minero

David 'Dave' Minero died peacefully on November 27 in Old Bridge, NJ at 76 years of age. A native of Union City, NJ, Dave was born December 26th, 1945. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Born to John and Clara Minero, he was a brother to his three doting sisters, Lana, Adriane and Lois. Dave grew up in Union City where he sharpened his street smarts, formed enduring friendships, and eventually met the love of his life. Dave married his high school sweetheart Susan 'Sue' Minero (nee Morris) and went on to enjoy four decades of love and laughter with Sue by his side. From 1965-1967, Dave served in the U.S. Army. After many months of radio teletype training, he spent over 12 months serving in Vietnam, culminating in his service as a Blackhorse Trooper in the Eleventh Armored Cavalry Regiment where he earned several service medals of distinction. Following his honorable discharge, he wed his beloved Sue and began working as a delivery driver for UPS. In 1973, Dave and Sue bought a home in Old Bridge, NJ where they would plant new roots and start a family. Within a few years, his son David Jr. and daughter Stacy would become a continual source of joy and pride. Dave was inducted into the UPS Circle of Honor for being one of the rare drivers to achieve '25 Years without an Avoidable Accident' - an honor all the more impressive given Dave drove throughout the congested roads of North Jersey. His family fondly remembers him urging them to 'place your hand on the horn and foot on the brake' when a hapless driver was about to careen into their lane. Dave loved taking family vacations at the Jersey Shore and going on cruises with Sue and their circle of friends. He took great pride and pleasure in coaching youth soccer in the town of Old Bridge. Over the years, Dave rarely missed an episode of Jeopardy, 60 Minutes, or a true-crime series, especially if it was related to the OJ Simpson trial. He was a lover of all things history and always helped lead his team to victory in family games of Trivial Pursuit. He was often a series of contradictions - he developed a love for classical music while commuting to his blue-collar job. He would be slow to accept a party invite but quick to get on the dance floor. He loved playing poker, but always placed a safe bet. Dave sought to bring a smile or laugh to everyone he encountered, whether it was during calls with his sisters or in exchanges with cashiers at his local breakfast spot. Dave is pre-deceased by his beloved wife Sue and older sister Adriane. He is survived by son David Jr. and daughter-in-law Erin who gave him his beautiful grandchildren Madelyn and Nicholas. He is also survived by his daughter Stacy and son-in-law Howard, sister Lana Marder (nee Minero), sister Lois Sciacchetano (nee Minero) and brother-in-law Victor Sciacchetano, sisters-in-law Lynn Moffit (nee Morris) and Alison Daire (nee Morris), as well as nieces and nephews Jeff, Ronnie, Robin, Jennifer, Eric, Charles and Susan. He is also survived by his lifelong best friend Dominick 'Skippy' Auletto who always treated him like a brother. A graveside memorial will take place this Thursday December 1st at Crest Haven Cemetery in Clifton, NJ. The memorial will commence at 1PM and all family and friends are welcome. The family is planning a Celebration of Life event in 2023 that will honor his life, legacy, and warm sense of humor. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to K9s for Warriors, as Dave was always in awe of service dogs. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.HegartyScaliaFuneralHome.com

David Minero

December 26, 1945 - November 27, 2022