Arthur G. Rettino

“Artie” was born on July 14, 1948 in Orange, New Jersey to Arthur and Lillian (Stoppiello). He

was the youngest of 4 children. Sister Jeannie and husband Sam Battista (both deceased),

brother, Joseph and wife Angel, sister Lucille and husband Peter Savino ( both deceased).

Immediately following high school, he joined the United State Marine Corp. He served in

Vietnam and received many medals including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam

Service Medal, The Vietnam Campaign Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The Purple Heart.

After being honorably discharged, he joined the New Jersey State Police. He served for 21

years as a trooper before retiring in 1991 as a sergeant. He was very proud and honored to

have served in both of these organizations.

He also worked as a truant officer for the Toms River School District after retiring from the State

Police.

He met and married the love of his life, Carol and moved to Ventor, Florida, and finally settled in

Smithville.

He is survived by his loving wife Carol, his sons John and Anthony (wife Kristin) and his bonus

children Gary Bozzini, Jeni Bongiovanni ( husband Steve), Lucille Bongiovanni (fiance Angel

Rodriguez). His grandchildren Marissa, Juliana, Ashley, AJ, Italia, Bongi, and Damien. He

loved his grandchildren and was involved in their activities and was their biggest fan. His baby

boy Max (the dog). He also had many nephews and nieces who he loved.

Art loved his family with all his heart. Anytime he could have them all together made him the

happiest. As long as of course, the Yankees or Giants (depending on the season) were on the

tv!

If he wasn’t with his family, you could find him playing poker, smoking a cigar, or enjoying happy

hour.

He has left a hole in our hearts, but his love will keep our family together.

As he would say…. “I did it my way” …. Frank Sinatra

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to The Purple Heart Foundation in memory of Artie.

Visitation will be on Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, with the Funeral Service and Military Honors at 6:30 pm at Anderson and Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main Street, Toms River.

Cremation will be private.