Carmine James BarattaCarmine James Baratta passed away peacefully on Friday August 26, 2017 surrounded by his family. Carmine was born on January 16, 1932 to the late James Leo Baratta and Sadie (Marino). Carmine was raised in Paterson later residing in Garfield and retiring to Manchester Township. Carmine was predeceased by the love of his life, Naomi who passed away on August 13, 2015. When Carmine met Naomi he immediately fell in love while they both served in the U.S. Navy. To this beautiful union four children were born.Carmine was the proud member of The Hawthorne Caballeros Drum and Bugle Corps.Carmine, "Sonny" was a devoted friend to his beloved "gang" of lifelong friends from Riverside: Andy, Richie, Sal and Jose. To his last day, he cherished their friendship.Carmine was the owner of several automobile repair businesses. He loved classical music and painting and instilled this creativity into his children and grandchildren.Carmine leaves to morn his passing his adored children, Mary Falzarano and her husband Jack of Garfield NJ; Antoinette Dickson and her husband Paul of Newton NJ; Carmine Baratta Jr. and his wife Pam of Kenvil NJ; and James Baratta of Manchester NJ; beautiful loving grandchildren; Carl Anthony D'Amore and his wife Chrissy; Amanda McIntyre and her husband Kevin; Anthony Baratta and his fiancé Michelle Poinsett and his adored great grandson Chase James D'Amore. His family will receive family and friends on Saturday September 9, 2017 at 10:00 am followed by a memorial service to commence at 11:00 am at Scillieri-Arnold Funeral Home 351 5th Ave Paterson NJ. In lieu of flowers kindly make a donation in Carmine's memory to one of his favorite charities:1.Veterans Association of America: http://vetsaa.org/4773232.The : http://www.strokeassociation.org/STROKEORG/3.Joan Dancy & People with ALS (PALS) Foundation in Ocean County PO Box 8157 Red Bank, NJ 07701 4.Paralyzed Veterans of America: www.pva.org