Jack James Zoppa (February 12, 1948 - May 21, 2024)

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Jack James Zoppa
  • February 12, 1948
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  • May 21, 2024

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Jack James Zoppa, 76, of Fort Myers, FL passed away on May 21, 2024. Jack was born on February 12, 1948 in Newark, NJ, to parents John and Marianne (Restivo) Zoppa.

Jack was raised in Belleville NJ and attended St. Peter’s Elementary and was a 1965 graduate of Belleville High School. He worked for Vac-U-Max in Belleville for 47 years before retiring. Jack served in the Army from 1967-1969. Stationed in Friedberg, Germany during Vietnam Era.

Jack enjoyed Old Cars, Hot Rods and Racing cars and loved his ’54 Buick Skylark.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Geraldine Pucci Zoppa; Sons Craig (Kelly) Zoppa, Brian Zoppa, Mark (Jamie) Zoppa, Jackie Zoppa Reo. Jack’s loving Grandchildren; Vincent, Alex Zoppa, Suzanne Zoppa, Benjamin and Emmy Reo, and Grayson Zoppa. As well as many Family and Friends. Jack was preceded in death by his Parents.

A Veterans memorial service is scheduled for Thursday, June 6th at 11:30 am at Sarasota National Cemetery, 9810 State Road 72, Sarasota, FL.


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  1. The Little Jackie says:
    11 Jul 2024
    Rest in peace Uncle Jack. I will fondly remember the times we shared especially you driving me to preschool when I was little and listening to Howard Stern in the morning with you while stuck in traffic on 23 making the long trek to Nutley (and then on to Belleville for work for you). I’m so saddened to hear of your passing. Rest in Peace. <3

  2. Geraldine Zoppa says:
    10 Jun 2024
    Donations can be accepted in Jack's name to:
    The Lewy Body Dementia organization or
    The Parkinsons organization
    To help in research.

  3. Geraldine Zoppa posted an image:
    10 Jun 2024
    Veterans Memorial service
    Veterans Memorial service

  4. Geraldine Zoppa posted an image:
    10 Jun 2024
    To all who sent Flowers, Mass cards, condolences cards, prayers, lite candles sent loving thoughts and attending Jack's memorial services <br />
THANK YOU from his family.
    To all who sent Flowers, Mass cards, condolences cards, prayers, lite candles sent loving thoughts and attending Jack's memorial services
    THANK YOU from his family.

  5. Geraldine Zoppa says:
    30 May 2024
    There will be a Mass for Jack on July 8th at
    7 pm in the rectory Chapel at St. Peters in Belleville, for all who want and can attend .
    Thank you to Barbara Ann Manthey Rambaldi

  6. Tracy Schreckenstein says:
    24 May 2024
    Rest in peace cousin. So many wonderful memories to look back on. All of the birthday parties, BBQs, and family get togethers. Your love of cars, music and most of all your family. Rest easy Jack ❤️

  7. Mark Bober says:
    24 May 2024
    Our sincere condolences to the Zoppa family.
    I have known Jack since around 1970 in business and personally. We relocated to Florida in ‘88 where did represent VUM for a period of time. Jack was a knowledgeable professional and we had a lot in common being Drafted, Classic and performance cars and a great lunch at Manny’s in Moonachie. Although we are on the same coast we never took the opportunity to get together.
    R.I.P. Jack you will be missed.
    Jo-Ann & Mark Bober
    Dunedin, FL

  8. Anna Dobin lit a candle:
    23 May 2024
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  9. GAIL Smith says:
    23 May 2024
    Rest in Peace Jack. So many fond memories of you at Belleville High School and your great sense of humor. Peace.

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  14. Pete Rutledge says:
    23 May 2024
    RIP my friend. I will always remember the crazy times we had at BHS, Rutts Hut, and that trip to PA.

  15. Steven Buchanan says:
    23 May 2024
    So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family.

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    23 May 2024
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  18. Geraldine posted an image:
    23 May 2024
    Italy 2019
    Italy 2019

  19. Geraldine posted an image:
    23 May 2024
    Dear friends
    Dear friends

  20. Geraldine posted an image:
    23 May 2024
    Army
    Army

  21. Barbara Rambaldi says:
    23 May 2024
    Jack and I go back 70 years; 8 at Saint Peter’s and 4 at BHS. Fun loving guy who never laughed at his own jokes, He was popular in our click of friends ; the nuns not so much, but gave us a chuckle many years with his other friends.
    Missed by many I’m sure, and locked in some of our best memories at SPS 61’. Rest in peace my friend .

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  26. Latour family says:
    23 May 2024
    Friendly neighbor for many years.
    Rest in peace, Jack!

  27. Bob & Joni Pucciarello says:
    23 May 2024
    Our condolences.

  28. Clair J. Millard says:
    23 May 2024
    Jack we had a lot of fun. Rutts Hut, M and G City Service, skipping school on Ash Wednesday and you giving me ashes and me giving you ashes from the ashtray. I’m really going to miss you my very dear friend. Butch and Beverly Millard

  29. Sharon Croke says:
    23 May 2024
    Rest in peace Jack. Many good memories growing up in Belleville. To your family, may the find peace in all the shared memories.

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  37. Hernandez Family says:
    23 May 2024
    The feeling of tremendous loss doesn't even begin to describe what our family is feeling on your passing. You were part of us for so long!! Many memories, dinners, BBQ's holiday's , being Godfather to our Grandson, you were always with us. I personally, will morn this loss until I am with you again. RIP in God's eternal peace, well deserved. Love you Jack!!!

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