Charles “Ed” Brino

Charles “Ed” Brino, age 88 of Wayne, died on Friday, April 15, 2022. He had lived in Wayne for fifty-eight years before recently moving to Butler.

Ed’s early career began with Combustion Engineering, Inc. in New York City, and Federal Pacific Electric in New Jersey. Several years later, Ed and several colleagues acquired Cornell Dubilier Electronics from Federal Pacific, becoming Vice President and Treasurer of the company. He retired in 1999 after nearly forty years with Cornell Dubilier.

Ed was raised in Paterson, NJ, growing up right around the corner from the Guernsey Crest Ice Cream shop, where he scooped ice cream as a kid. He really enjoyed his childhood in Paterson, and maintained friendships with many of his childhood buddies throughout his lifetime. Ed went on to graduate from Eastside High School with the class of 1951 and later earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from Seton Hall University. He was drafted into the U.S. Army during his employment at Combustion and was stationed at the Pentagon throughout his time in the service. After being discharged from the Army, he returned to his job at Combustion Engineering, Inc. in New York City. It was here that he met Rosalie Barguik from the Bronx, and he asked her out on a date. She was reluctant at first, but after a very, very long first date, they fell in love with each other. Their romance progressed quickly and they were engaged within months, and decided to have a Christmas wedding that same year.  After exchanging vows on December 10, 1960, they honeymooned to Miami and then moved to Fair Lawn. By 1963, they found a new home in Wayne where they lived and raised their family for the next fifty-eight years. Ed and Rosalie have been attached at the hip since they married, and Ed would often say to her; “we’re in this together.” Rosalie describes their years together as “perfect” and a story of true love. They were blessed to have traveled extensively together, visiting Japan, Europe, California, Hawaii, Mexico, Germany and many more destinations. He was devoted to Rosalie, and she will miss him dearly.

Ed was a family man at heart. His wife and their three girls were his top priority. He treated his daughters like princesses and they are grateful for the many sacrifices he made, all for their benefit. They all enjoyed their many summer vacations to the Jersey Shore, multiple trips to Disney World, and especially his epic (and competitive) Easter egg hunts! Ed went through great pains to hide the eggs in their yard, and finding them all was a real challenge. Ed also enjoyed doing as much as he could with his grandchildren. Whether it was going to their sporting events, dance recitals, and everything in between, he loved being there for it all. Ed was an avid golfer and was a member at Packanack Golf Club for many years. He was a huge sports fan and remained loyal to the NY YANKEES, NY GIANTS, and NY KNICKS. He also was known to frequent Monmouth Park race track. He loved horse racing and often took his daughters along with him.

Ed lived a full life, and he expressed this by often saying he had “no complaints.” Hopefully, knowing this will help soften the grief felt by his loved ones and friends who now say “goodbye” to their beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and dear friend.

Ed is survived by his dear wife Rosalie of Butler, their three children; Christina Brino of Pompton Plains, Debbie D’Arienzo and her husband Bob of Pompton Plains, and Laurie Hensen and her husband Reid of Wayne, his five grandchildren; Nicole Thuring and her husband Mike of Pompton Plains, Robert D’Arienzo and his wife Gabrielle of Montville, Julianne Sclavounos and her husband Aris of Oakland, Reid Hensen of California, and Stevie Hensen of Wayne, and four great-grandchildren; Luca, Leo, R.J. and Penelope.