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February 18, 2021
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George will be missed by many, we will celebrate his life with a Memorial Service planned for early June (please check back here as we will edit this to reflect the exact date and time) at Christ the King Cemetery in Franklin Lakes, NJ.
George S. Destito, 97 passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021 after a short illness, at home.
George, a.k.a. Goodie, was born and lived his life in Haskell, NJ. George was drafted into the US Army at the age of 18 and fought in WWII. He received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star from the Battle of Monte Cassino. Post the Army he worked as a teletype operator for the NJ State Police and shortly thereafter, met his wife Hilda (nee Miller). Following the State Police, he joined the North Jersey District Water Supply Commission retiring as the Chief of Police. As a devoted citizen to the Town of Wanaque, George served on the Board of Education for almost 20 years.
He was an avid sports fan having played baseball (pitcher) much of his life.
This year, George and his wife Hilda would have celebrated 70 years of marriage. Of all accomplishments in his life, he was most proud of his family; his Son Samuel, his daughter Regina and his grandson Marc.
George is survived by his loving family; Hilda, his son Sam Destito of Far Hills, NJ, his daughter, Regina Diamond of Wayne NJ, his grandson Marc Destito of Geneva, Switzerland and nieces, and nephew.
In lieu of flowers a donation to Leukemia Foundation would be appreciated.
If you would like to send a private condolence directly to the family use this condolence section.
George will be missed by many, we will celebrate his life with a Memorial Service planned for early June (please check back here as we will edit this to reflect the exact date and time) at Christ the King Cemetery in Franklin Lakes, NJ.
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