Obituary for Joseph C. La Reau
Joseph Charles La Reau, 73, Former Nutley Coach, Teacher, & Friend
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joseph La Reau who passed away May 18, 2020 at Morristown Medical Center. Joe was born in Albany, NY on January 22, 1947. He graduated from SUNY Albany where he was a four-year starter on the soccer team, member of the Potter Club fraternity, and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Education. Upon graduation, he was drafted and proudly served as a Sergeant in the United States Army 7th Infantry Division.
After returning from service, Joe married the love of his life, Susan La Reau (Klarer). Joe met Sue on his paper route when he was 12 years old and they were inseparable ever since. Joe lived in Nutley for over 40 years. He was a physical education teacher at Washington School. He helped found the Nutley soccer program, served as Nutley High School’s first head varsity soccer coach, and was selected into the Nutley Soccer Hall of Fame. Joe later went on to have a successful career as a salesman until his retirement. For the past 5 years, Joe served as a member of the Board of Directors of One Summit, a charity dedicated to building resilience in children battling cancer.
Joe was an adventurer who lived life to its fullest. He loved to fish, golf, and especially to spend time with his family. He was a close friend to many, and a devoted husband, father, and papa to his grandchildren.
Joe is survived by his loving children Meghan La Reau Fedor and her husband Matthew, Adam La Reau and his wife Susan, and Jesse La Reau and his wife Allyson; his grandchildren, Madelyn Fedor, Jack Fedor, Nicholas Fedor, and Ella La Reau; and his brothers Jack and Jim La Reau and sister Terri Pennisi. Joe was pre-deceased by his parents Mary and John La Reau, his brother Chuck, and his beloved wife Susan.
Joe will be honored at a private funeral mass at S.W. Brown and Son Funeral Home. The family will hold a celebration of his life at a later date. The family welcomes friends to share stories or photos through Joe’s email: lareau.joe@gmail.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Joe’s memory to: One Summit, www.onesummit.org.
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Joseph La Reau who passed away May 18, 2020 at Morristown Medical Center. Joe was born in Albany, NY on January 22, 1947. He graduated from SUNY Albany where he was a four-year starter on the soccer team, member of the Potter Club fraternity, and obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Education. Upon graduation, he was drafted and proudly served as a Sergeant in the United States Army 7th Infantry Division.
After returning from service, Joe married the love of his life, Susan La Reau (Klarer). Joe met Sue on his paper route when he was 12 years old and they were inseparable ever since. Joe lived in Nutley for over 40 years. He was a physical education teacher at Washington School. He helped found the Nutley soccer program, served as Nutley High School’s first head varsity soccer coach, and was selected into the Nutley Soccer Hall of Fame. Joe later went on to have a successful career as a salesman until his retirement. For the past 5 years, Joe served as a member of the Board of Directors of One Summit, a charity dedicated to building resilience in children battling cancer.
Joe was an adventurer who lived life to its fullest. He loved to fish, golf, and especially to spend time with his family. He was a close friend to many, and a devoted husband, father, and papa to his grandchildren.
Joe is survived by his loving children Meghan La Reau Fedor and her husband Matthew, Adam La Reau and his wife Susan, and Jesse La Reau and his wife Allyson; his grandchildren, Madelyn Fedor, Jack Fedor, Nicholas Fedor, and Ella La Reau; and his brothers Jack and Jim La Reau and sister Terri Pennisi. Joe was pre-deceased by his parents Mary and John La Reau, his brother Chuck, and his beloved wife Susan.
Joe will be honored at a private funeral mass at S.W. Brown and Son Funeral Home. The family will hold a celebration of his life at a later date. The family welcomes friends to share stories or photos through Joe’s email: lareau.joe@gmail.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Joe’s memory to: One Summit, www.onesummit.org.