Nicholas A Ciervo

August 1, 2020

Nicholas A. Ciervo, aged 86 of Toms River, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 1, 2020 surrounded by his family. Nick “Buddy” was the middle child of the late Pasquale Ciervo and the late Rose Ciervo, and dearly loved his brothers the late Frank (Tina) and the late Joseph (Lee) Ciervo. Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Buddy was a veteran, who served in the U.S. Army from 1956-1958. He saw the love of his life, Rosemarie as he drove by a trolley car stop; they married in 1961. He moved with his wife and five children to Toms River in 1974 and worked as a civilian for the Department of the Army at Fort Monmouth, NJ until his retirement. He was steadfast in his faith to the Catholic Religion, serving as a Eucharistic Minister and remaining active in a number of ministries with the St. Joseph Parish in Toms River, NJ. Buddy was always smiling and was a source of positivity; he had a warm and endearing heart and was loved by all who knew him. He was selflessly dedicated to his family and cherished his 5 children and 7 grandchildren. His grandchildren brought him much joy, and he provided them constant love, support and guidance every day of their lives. He enjoyed the simple things in life and always reminded us that we were rich in blessings. Some f his last words were “the best things in life are free.” The only gifts Buddy ever wanted was for his family to be close to God. Our entire family was truly blessed to have him. Buddy will be profoundly missed by his wife of over 58 years Rosemarie Mortelliti Ciervo, daughter Debbie and partner Bob; sons Steve and wife Donna, Larry and wife Doreen, John and wife Sharon, Nicholas and former wife Jenny; grandchildren, Alex, Robbie, Alana, Alyssa, Jeffrey, Andrew, and McKenna. He will also be forever remembered by his many beloved nieces and nephews, sister and brother in-laws, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be Wednesday 4-8 PM at Carmona-Bolen Home for Funerals, 412 Main St., Toms River, NJ 08753. Mass will be Thursday 10:30 AM at St. Joseph R.C. Church in Toms River followed by the entombment at St. Joseph Cemetery in Toms River. In lieu of flowers, please consider performing a simple act of kindness in Nick’s memory