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Philip Grassani, 72 of Forked River, passed from this life peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Philip was born August 15, 1953 in Jersey City to the late Gaetano and Margaret Grassani. He was a loving husband, devoted father and trusted friend. He is best described as a man with great integrity. He was a truck Driver for Waste Management for over 30 years; he earned his Pilot’s license at age 16. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Philip is predeceased by his parents, Gaetano Grassani; Margaret Albanese and sister, Mary Ann Kelly.
Philip is survived by his wife, Margaret Breitfeller; stepdaughter Jessica Breitfeller; brother, Richard Grassani and his wife, June; nephew, Adam Grassani and brother-in-law, John Youmans.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 1pm to 3pm with a Service to begin at 2:30pm, at Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals, 809 NW Central Avenue, Seaside Park 08752.
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