11/25/2008
Marlene and Pete Vallone Uncle Tuttie you will be truely missed. We will never forget how you and Aunt Mary helped two young kids make it. Love Marlene and Pete
In Memory of Sal Rinaldi, Sr.
It has been said that the true measure of a life well lived is one filled with the success of family, community and business. Salvatore Rinaldi Sr. was fortunate to enjoy success in all three aspects of life. Sal Sr. was a man of caring and compassion for his family and friends, a man with a strong sense of moral obligation to give back to his community, and a man who saw business opportunity and capitalized on his ability to invest himself in the correct areas.
Salvatore's impressive career started in 1942 with New York Switchboards. Over the next four decades, Sal became a prominent expert in his industry, serving over twenty years with Lexington Standard Switchboard (1946 - 1968) and nearly 15 years with United Control (1968 - 1982).
In 1983, Salvatore Rinaldi, Sr. founded East Coast Panelboard, which today operates under the corporate umbrella of East Coast Power Systems. As a business owner, Salvatore was an entrepreneurial spirit, investing his time, energy and resources to grow his business into one of the most successful, customer-oriented power equipment and service companies in the industry. Along with his son, Sal Rinaldi, Jr., Sal Sr. helped to grow the company's size, business, capabilities and productivity each and every year. Salvatore brought his kindness and humanity to the conference table, treating all business associates as family and friends. In the cutthroat world of contracts, deadlines and profit margins, Salvatore skillfully operated with a unique blend of business savvy and benevolence, which left a lasting impression on all that had the privilege to work with him.
As a man with the highest integrity, Salvatore Rinaldi Sr. also believed in giving himself back to his community. Sal had the distinctive and honorable opportunity to hold the office Mayor of Keansburg from 1983 to 1984. Sal also served as member of the Regular Democratic Club of Keansburg, the Democratic Executive Committee (2nd District) and the Keansburg Zoning Board of Adjustment. Sal knew the importance of community and dedicated himself toward giving back to a group of people that truly benefited from his experience and work ethic.
On Saturday, November 22, 2008, the Rinaldi family, East Coast Power Systems and the community at large lost a family member and a friend. Sal's hope for all that knew him was that they be touched by his life and find success through family, community and business, just as Salvatore Rinaldi Sr. had. Everyone in his path was treated as family, and he will be missed.
Memorial Services
Viewings will be held at Pfleger's Funeral Home on December 1 and 2 between 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Funeral to be held at St. Mary's Church on December 3, 9:30 a.m. Mass.In lieu of flowers, the Rinaldi family asks that you make a donation in Salvatore's name to the following charity:
Middletown Helps Its Own
517 Green Grove Rd
Neptune, NJ 07754
Please make checks payable to MHIO
For more information, please read the following article:
http://independent.gmnews.com/News/2001/1226/Front_Page/008.html
Messages
11/25/2008
Marlene and Pete Vallone Uncle Tuttie you will be truely missed. We will never forget how you and Aunt Mary helped two young kids make it. Love Marlene and Pete
Anthony Sole 11/25/2008
My deepest sympathies
Chris Mulvaney 11/25/2008
To East Coast Power Systems and the family, Sal Sr will truly be missed. We send our greatest sympathies and know you will continue to make him proud.
Terry Tow 11/26/2008
It was an honor and a privilege to have worked and known Sal Sr. My deepest sympathies to the family and ECPS.
Frank Gain 11/26/2008
My sincere condolences to the entire ECPS family.
Ted Kadison 11/26/2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family during this difficult time.
jack cooper 11/26/2008
I will miss sal at all our holliday parties. who will listen to our aches and pains he was a great machatanista to me.
John H. Burke 11/26/2008
To the entire family of Sal Rinaldi Sr. Our deepest condolences and sympathies. The Coastal Commercial Group.
Michael Granucci 11/26/2008
Sal and family, my deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Sal Sr. His memory will live on along with your shared vision.
Barry Mednick 11/26/2008
A friend and associate since the 60`s, he will be missed.
Chris Abruzzo 11/26/2008
Senior was a great man and will be missed by all. It was truly an honor to have known and worked with him. My deepest sympathies to your family and friends.
11/26/2008
Debra,Tom Lauren,and Thomas : Uncle Tuttie, We will all miss you. You and Aunt Mary are the heart of the family.Always rescuing one of us.You left a part of you in all of us!!!
GEORGE CONTI 11/26/2008
SAL & I WORKED TOGETHER FROM 1965 TILLTHE PRESENT. HE WAS A GREAT TEAM WORKER & FRIEND. WE HAVE SHARED MANY GOOD TIMES TOGETHER. HIS PASSING WILL BE A LOSS TO ME AND THE INDUSTRY.CAROL & I EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY.
Fastener Distributors Co 11/26/2008
Sal was always a joy when he visited. Always kind and cheerful to all of us. We extend our deepest sympathy to the Rinaldi family
Bob Pileggi 11/26/2008
I have known Sal for about 20 years and I am proud to say that he was THE nicest and most honest person I have ever met in the electrical industry. My deepest sympathy to the family.
JOSEPH J. LAROSA 11/26/2008
IN THE 30 YRS. THAT I HAVE KNOWN SAL.SR., IT HAS BEEN MY HONOR AND PLEASURE TO DEAL WITH A PERSON OF CALIBER.I HAVE TRULY FELT THAT THE RINALDI FAMILY HAS BEEN MY EXTENDED FAMILY. MY DEEPEST SORROW AND SYMPATHY GO OUT TO THE RINALDI FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME. SAL SR`S WISDOM AND LEADERSHIP QUALITIES HAVE BEEN INSTILLED IN SAL JR. AND I AM MORE THAN CERTAIN SENIOR WILL BE GUIDING HIM FROM ABOVE.
Dennis Todisco 11/26/2008
What an impressive man as measured by his family`s love!
RON PIKE 11/26/2008
I HAVE KNOWN SAL FROM UNITED CONTROLS DAYS & IT WAS ALWAYS A PLEASURE TO DO BUSINESS WITH HIM THE INDUSTRY HAS LOST A GREAT MAN. WE ALL WILL MISS HIM....
larry faulnborn 11/26/2008
you will be missed you were a great cousin. You taught me alot of things when I was a kid and I never forgot.
Thomas Dalcero 11/26/2008
I never met the gentleman, but observing his company & his family. I know he was a great man who will be missed and my only regret is not meeting him.
Jose and Angela Mateo 11/26/2008
Our deepest sympathies to the Rinaldi family.I worked for Sal Sr. for 19 years-he treated me more like family than an employee.We both loved him very much.He will truly be missed.
John Murray 11/26/2008
I have known Sal since the mid-80`s, for a long time as a customer and most recently as an employee. To put it succinctly, Sal always went out of his way to treat people the right way. He will truly be missed.
Martoni Family 11/26/2008
Uncle Sal was a great uncle and friend. He was always there whenever someone needed him day or night. He had the biggest heart of anyone I have ever known. He will truly be missed. I have lots of wonderful memories of him and the family.
Dee Cooper 11/28/2008
It was my pleasure to know Sal, and spending many good times with him. A gentleman he was always. Will be missed.
John Giordani 11/28/2008
It was my pleasure to work for, learn from, and laugh with Sal Senior. Jo Ann and I express our deepest sympathies to the Rinaldi Family.
Mario Ciasulli 11/26/2008
I came to know and rely on Sal when I was with Power Team Group of Jersey Central Power & Light 1994 to 1998. Sal was always a pleasure - generous with his vast knowledge as well has his sincerity and reliability. Sal knew how to bring humanity to an otherwise crazy business. I will never forget him.
Vinny Cavigliano 12/01/2008
Sal was always there for everyone in the Electrical Industry & will be greatly be missed.
Cookie and Skip Odierno 11/28/2008
Our heart and deepest sympathys go out to Mary and the Family. He was always so happy and cheerful to be around.
HOLLY,TONY,ANTHONY 11/30/2008
Uncle Sal was the most kindest & caring man we have known. He was a great man who was always there for others. I have never heard a bad word about anyboby come from uncle Sal. He truly was a terrific man. We give our deepest sympathies to the Rinaldi family. He will be missed & in our hearts forever.
WIN & GRACE ANN VANDERZEE 11/28/2008
SENIOR WAS A GREAT GUY. IT WAS MY PLEASURE TO HAVE WORKED WITH HIM AND GOTTEN TO KNOW HIM THROUGH THE YEARS. GRACE ANN AND I ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Brad Iden 11/28/2008
My deepest sympathies for the Rinaldi family, and the ECPS family.
Amada America 11/28/2008
I did not have the pleasure of knowing Sal Sr. however it is obvious what an impressive man he was based on his dedication to family and community. My sympathy to the entire Rinaldi family, friends and community he was such a big part of. Steve Jongsma
Virginia and Billy Parker 11/27/2008
I am so sorry for your loss, and it is a lost for us as well. I love my brother, he was a great brother and a great brother in law. He will be missed so much.
Millie and Michael Carbonaro11/29/2008 11/29/2008
Our warmest condolences go out to Mary and the family. We will always remember him as "Little Tutti" the Mayor.
Emerson Crooks & Mario Bucca 12/01/2008
Deepest sympathies to the Rinaldi family, It was an honor to have known Sal we will always remember his kind ways.
The Van Wagner Family 11/29/2008
our deepest sympathies. He was as genuine as they come, with a great family to carry on his memory.
jeannie and Tommy 11/29/2008
Uncle Sal always had the heart of an angel and the paitence of a saint-we will never forget how you were always there for your family-the love you gave wil last in our hearts forever.
Jeff Dutt 12/01/2008
Senior was a true gentlemen. Over these years I dealt with him as both a customer and a vendor and it was always a pleasure. My sympathies to the Rinaldi and ECPS families.
Chris Vigliarolo 12/01/2008
My deepest sympathies for the Rinaldi Family and all of those who worked with Sal Sr. He will be greatly missed by us all.
John Pardenek 12/01/2008
For over 25 years I have leaned on and learned from Sal Sr. and his vast industry knowledge. He was a caring man who will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to his entire family.
Anglea & Dominick Colavito, Doris Rinaldi, Maryann & Neal Lovins, Joyce & Bill Vallely 12/01/2008
Our deepest sympathies to Mary and Family. We didn`t see each other often, but, when we did it was a pleasure to see his smile.
Ray Lombardo 12/01/2008
A true gentleman indeed. I remember Sal sr coming to visit me and everyone else at Cooper Electric when I was a counter guy in the mid 80`s. And Sal jr was often tagging along. It was always a pleasure to see them and talk to them. Over the next 20 yrs whenever I ran into him, even if a few yrs had creeped by, he still spoke to you like we just had dinner last night. My sincere condolences to everyone.
Debra Stokes 12/01/2008
A sweet, dear man that spent his life caring for others and never forgot where he came from. Surrounded by love from his family each and every day, as well as the utmost respect and admiration from employees to customers and friends. We can all only think of him as we grow and hope to make him proud from above. I raise and toast to you Senior in your honor and memory with a Golden Margarita!
Dr. and Mrs. Louis P. Amato 12/01/2008
Mary--Tutti lit up the room with his smile...heaven is a little bit brighter today...you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers...with deepest sympathy--Donna and Lou (niece and nephew of Rita and John Rinaldi)
Joann Alvarado 12/01/2008
To My Godfather.....you were the best and I love you and will miss you.
Brad Murphy 12/02/2008
Sal Sr will not only be missed, but loved by everyone. One of the finest men I`ve ever met, Senior built a business on the love and strength of family. We offer our love and sympathy to the entire Rinaldi family.
Mike Nobles 12/01/2008
Sal, What a great tribute to your Dad! I can see now who you got your business savvy and customer focus from. I know he was very proud of you and that you will carry his legacy far into the future. On this day before Thanksgiving, I can tell you that I am thankful to have known both of you and I will always treasure our friendship. God bless you and your family (including your East Coast family). You are all in my prayers!
Your Niece 12/02/2008
I remember Saturday mornings having breakfast at a table for two, and realized as an adult, that’s something we didn’t do. I remember sleeping at your house and swimming in your pool, How you acted so silly and didn’t mind playing the fool. I remember playing the piano even though I couldn’t really play, How it must have drove you crazy but that was something you didn’t say. I remember going to your stand on the boardwalk and having so much fun, How you always gave me a prize, even though I never won. I remember the way you use to say my name and would goof around with me, How you always knew the foods I liked and offered them to me. I remember we weren’t very close when I became all grown, I realize there were many things about you, that I may not have known. I remember I still have time to learn from my own past, To let the people in whom matter, cause life moves very fast. I will always remember all the good times and never focus on any bad, The bad matters not and the good times now make me sad. I will remember to always smile at the mention of your name, And always know because your gone, our family will never be the same. We will all carry a piece of you in everywhere we go, And you will be greatly missed, that’s one thing I hope you know. I pray you’re looking down on us and are happy with what you see, All your family in one room, the way a family should be. I love you Uncle Tutts
SALVATORE PARKER 12/02/2008
I LOVED YOU VERY MUCH AND IT WAS AN HONER TO BE NAMED AFTER YOU AND GRANDPA TUTTI I WILL CARRY ON OUR NAME WITH HONER AS YOU AND GRANPA DIDYOU WILL BE MISSED I LOVE YOU.......
John Murray & Everyone at Ace Copy Systems 12/02/2008
Our condolences to the Rinaldi family and everyone who had the pleasure to know Sal Sr. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ellie Heck 12/02/2008
Sal Jr and family, and the ECPS family, I`m so sorry for your loss. Senior was a great man and will be missed by all. You`ll all be in my prayers.
Mike Cohen/Samson Electrical Supply 12/02/2008
All of us at Samson wish to extend our condolences on the loss of a true industry Icon and a wonderful family man
Mr&Mrs D Delicato 12/02/2008
Our Deepest sympathies to Mary and the family.One of the warmest , sweetest man we have ever met, he will surely be missed
Rita Rinaldi 12/03/2008
Tutti, you were my best man and the godfather of my daughter....you will always be remembered forever in my heart.....thanks for all the memories....Mary....I might not be as strong as before, but I am here for you and your family....Aunt Rita
Eric & Jessica Alvarado 12/03/2008
We didn`t know you well but you always had a smile on your face and kindness in your heart....you will be missed.
Warshauer Electric Supply 12/03/2008
Deepest sympathies to the family and everyone at East Coast. On behalf of our staff, our condolences.
Jim Costigan 12/03/2008
My sincere condolences to the Rinaldi family.
Accurate Plastics 12/04/2008
On behalf of all here, we extend our deepest sympathies to family and friends.
Validus DC Systems 12/04/2008
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and co-workers of Sal.
Ana Brito Accurate Plastics INC. 12/08/2008
Our Condolences I’d like to express our deepest Sympathy for the loss. Accurate Plastics will be sending a donation on behalf of Mr. Salvatore Rinaldi Sr. to Middletown Helps its own Charity. Ana Brito Laminate Products & Solutions
Rich, Diane and everyone at XYZ. 12/08/2008
We at XYZ Finishing are so sad to hear of your loss. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Sincerely, Rich, Diane and everyone at XYZ.
Starlin 12/08/2008
I extend my sympathy to the Rinaldi Family, Please know you all are in my prayers. Now you have an angel over your heart.
COLONIAL ELECTRIC 12/18/2008
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES FROM YOUR FRIENDS AT COLONIAL ELECTRIC SUPPLY.
Chris Bauernshub 12/18/2008
I never had the pleasure of meeting Sal Sr, but it`s obvious he was a man with passion for family, life, community and business and even in death has inspired. My deepest condolences.
Ambrose Novatin 12/18/2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Joe Ludovico 12/18/2008
We are all family here at East Coast. We have lost the man who was responsible for it all. This is truly a sad time. I send my sympathy to everyone. We will move on but never forget. I know the Rinaldi`s and Rahner`s appreciate all your thoughts and prayers. Thank you.
Allan & (Roxanne) LaFoe (Dunnellon, FL) 12/18/2008
So sorry to hear of Sal`s passing. Always thought of him as a friend. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Stephen Cosgriff Sr. (Keansburg, NJ) 12/18/2008
Mary, Maria, and Sal, I am deeply saddened and extend to you my sincere condolences and best wishes upon the news of Sal`s passing. Mayor Rinaldi served a key role in the development of Keansburg, and always had the good intentions of the citizens in mind. May he always be remembered for that.
Kathleen Conley (Long Branch, NJ) 12/18/2008
November 30, 2008 Dear Rinaldi Family, I am so sorry for your loss!!! I will always remember Mr. Rinaldi making me laugh. He was a great man. I will keep you all in my prayers. Sincerely, Kathleen Conley
Joe Ludovico 12/19/2008
We are all family here at East Coast. We have lost the man who was responsible for it all. This is truly a sad time. I send my sympathy to everyone. We will move on but never forget. I know the Rinaldi`s and Rahner`s appreciate all your thoughts and prayers. Thank you.
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