Chad Sente

Chad Sente, age 51 of Wayne, died tragically on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Chad moved to Wayne with his family fourteen years ago, where he embraced his community and quickly built strong, lasting friendships.

Chad grew up in Lodi, NJ and was born with intense enthusiasm to succeed, and a true zest for life. As a young man, that energy got him in trouble on more than a few occasions, but it didn’t take him long to focus on building a successful career for himself. He began working in the commercial real estate business for Roseland Property Company where he learned every aspect of the business and grew his career for more than twenty years. Just recently he joined KRE Real Estate Group in Jersey City, where he had planned to do even more. He was incredibly motivated and worked hard for everything he achieved.

At 6’-3” tall, Chad was a beast of a guy, but he was all heart and full of love. He was like a big teddy bear who gave the best bear hugs. He was always looking out for everyone else, trying to give people opportunities to succeed, and never missed an opportunity to help a friend or stranger in need. He was one of those people who would say “I got a guy” for just about everything. Chad kept many circles of friends and he was close with all of them. He had his “work” friends, his “Harley-Davidson” friends, his “Wayne Dads” group, and many more. He made friends everywhere he went, and he brought energy that made it all memorable. He especially loved to ride his Harley-Davidson with his motorcycle buddies.

His “why?” included his wife and two sons; he did everything to bring them the best life he could provide, and he never wanted them to struggle for anything. He met his wife Karina when they were just kids growing up in Lodi, but Chad was too much to handle back then! They came together a few years later and married on March 30, 2007, tying the knot on the beach in Cancun, Mexico! After welcoming two sons, Chad embraced being a father and taught his sons about always being respectful of others, well-mannered, and hard working. He was extremely proud of the two boys he was raising with Karina. Together, they enjoyed summer vacations to Lavallette each year, many tropical vacations throughout the Caribbean, boating, and deep-sea fishing. Their hearts are broken today, and they will miss him dearly. Chad extended his love and support throughout his larger family and friends as well. His huge heart and amazing hugs will be missed by so many.

Chad is survived by his beloved wife, Karina (nee Cevallos), their two sons; Chad Michael and Marconi, his brother; Stephen Sente, his loving nieces and nephews, and countless dear friends.