On Sunday, June 16, 2019, Cosimo Natale, loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 70 in New Jersey. He was diagnosed with lung cancer just 4 months before his death.

Cosimo was born on June 15, 1949 in Taranto, Italy to Anna Maria and Giuseppe Natale. He came to America when he was 9 years old and grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He was a dedicated worker at Maher Terminal in Newark, New Jersey for over 40 years.

Cosimo had a passion for cooking. He also loved horseracing, hunting, bowling, crabbing and even painting. He loved the outdoors and anything adventurous. He was also an avid music lover and loved his Doo-wop and Italian music. He adored all of grandchildren and loved spending time with them. He was known for his quick wit, his infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate heart.

Cosimo was preceded in death by his father, Giuseppe, his mother, Anna Maria and his sister Francesca. He is survived by his wife Denise, his four children, Christina, Joseph, Theresa, and Kristine, his brothers Miguel, Benjamin, and his sister Grace. He is survived by his 10 grandchildren with 2 more on the way, and several nieces, and nephews.