Anthony P. Violette, Jr., of Livingston, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 in Livingston, NJ. Born in Orange, NJ to the late Anthony and Carmela Violette, Anthony resided in Livingston for the last 31 years. He worked for over 18 years as a Health and Physical Education teacher at Orange High School. He also coached various sports during his time there, including football and baseball. Anthony was an avid sports fan, especially his beloved NY Giants. He was also extremely compassionate and helpful to anyone in need, and took exceptional pride in his niece’s lives, and their accomplishments through life. In his spare time, Anthony enjoyed watching football on TV and the deer through his window in his backyard. He especially liked decorating for the holidays and the gathering of family.
Anthony is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Michele. He is also survived by his sister-in-law Patricia Curving and her husband George, his niece Ashlee; and brother-in-law Richard Kovacs and his wife Kerrie, and niece Samantha.
A visitation for Anthony will be held Monday, May 16, 2022 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Quinn Hopping Funeral Home, 145 East Mount Pleasant Ave, Livingston, NJ 07039. An interment will occur Tuesday, May 17, 2022 from 11:45 AM to 12:00 PM at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 225 Ridgedale Avenue, East Hanover, NJ 07936. A funeral mass will occur Tuesday, May 17, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Philomena's Church, 396 S. Livingston Avenue, Livingston, NJ 07039.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Anthony’s name may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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