We are sad to announce that on July 16, 2021, at the age of 90, Joseph J Colao Sr. of Lincroft, New Jersey passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including : his wife Kelly; his former life partner Helene Joan Carhart; his children, Elizabeth, Karen, Fran and Jay; his stepson Jon (Amy); his stepgrandchildren, Jayden, Gavin, Alyssa and Gianna; and his brothers, Tony, Sal, Angelo and John.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Maryknoll Missionaries PO Box 307 Maryknoll, N.Y. 10545 and Covenant House, 340 West 17th St. N.Y., N.Y. 10011.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John E. Day Funeral Home

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July 21, 2021

Charles B Salerno wrote a sympathy message

“Kelly; All we have are warm, happy, educational, and most of all - loving memories of Joe. From the first day we met Joe he took us under his wing like a caring father. Whether it be professional consult, golf lessons, sports fanaticism, friendly comraderie. But most of all advice for living a strong Christian life, being a good father, husband, friend. We cherish the day he introduced you into our lives. You both were loving role models and friends to us all. We thank God fo”