Robert Paul Scanga, revered husband, father and grandfather, entered Heaven’s gates on Wednesday, September 13, 2017. Bob is survived by his adoring wife, Betty Joan (Alquist) Scanga, of Hackettstown, NJ. They were married for 63 years and knew each other since middle school. Bob and Betty were both born in New Kensington, PA.
Robert is also survived by two daughters, Diane E. Moeller and husband Jeffrey, Janice E. Babin and husband Gregory, and a son, Robert D. Scanga, Anna and Andrea Stallman. He is also survived by two beloved grandchildren, Kimberly and Colin, children of Janice and Greg. Of the eleven Scanga siblings, Bob is survived by Carl, Evelyn and Ted.
Robert majored in Chemistry and minored in Biology and received his Bachelor’s Degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He began his amazing 65-year career in the chemical industry as a chemist for DuPont, continued as a salesman for Hercules, was general manager for two chemical plants and completed his extensive career as the business owner of Chester Chemical Co., Inc. Bob played basketball and baseball in high school. In college, he played varsity baseball, was a distinguished ROTC military student, and he served as President of his Junior class, President of Sig Tau Fraternity and President of the Interfraternity Council. Bob was an active sportsman throughout his life playing golf, skiing, sailing and biking. Bob was in the Army for six months’ military duty. He was a member of the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Hackettstown, NJ for 36 years with Betty. Bob and Betty also traveled extensively throughout their marriage.
Visitation will be held at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 on Friday September 15, 2017 from 3:00 – 7:00 pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption, 302 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 10 am. Entombment will follow at Union Cemetery Mausoleum.
Donations may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Division of the John Theurer Cancer Center, Hackensack University Medical Center at www.jtcancercenter.org/welcome/make-a-donation. Online condolences may be offered at www.cochranfuneral.com. Lodging information can be found on their website.
Condolences:
Jan Atchison
#11
September 18th, 2017 8:53 am
Dear Aunt Betty, Diane, Janice and Bobby. I am very sorry to hear about Uncle Bob. I always thought the world of him and loved being around him during the family reunions! He always had such a compassionate and gentle heart. I will truly miss him. I loved the time that Aunt Betty and Uncle Bob invited me to New Jersey to be with them and my great cousins! They are very fond memories that I will always treasure. God Bless each and every one of you and the rest of your family during these challenging times. My prayers are with you.
Fanny, Joe Magdaleno and children
#10
September 17th, 2017 8:14 pm
Betty i am so sorry about your loss. I am sure the wonderful memories will carry you thru this time. Janice & Gregg,Victor and Gabriela also send you their condolecenses. God Bless.
Mike & Peggie Halpin
#9
September 16th, 2017 11:00 am
Mike & Peggie Halpin wish to extend our deepest sympathies to Betty and her family on the passing of her beloved husband Bob
Alex
#8
September 16th, 2017 7:17 am
I extend my sincere condolences to the Scanga family on their loss. Jehovah God promises us that through his son Jesus, he will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. Revelation 21:3,4
Please take comfort from this promise during your time of bereavement.
Shawna Mobley
#7
September 15th, 2017 12:59 pm
Dear Family, I am a co-worker of Diane's. She is a lovely women and a great friend. She and I often spoke of our parents and how we loved care of them in there time of need.
I want to give my Condolences to the entire family. My prays are with you during this difficult time.
James Natalini
#6
September 15th, 2017 10:51 am
Bob was a friend and valued supplier. He attended my Christmas parties, we are all saddened by his passing. Bob always did right by us, without ever being asked. He was a scholar and a true gentleman. He loved Billy Joel. I hooked him up with the best Billy Joel cover artist over dinner at Caffe NaVona. We ate our way through the best restaurants in Northern New Jersey. Sometimes my daughters would join us and make an outstanding evening out of it. We all miss him.
Lucie Idler
#5
September 15th, 2017 7:59 am
Dear Betty and family, I am so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Our choir misses your voice as I am sure you will miss hearing Bob's voice. My prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Lucie
Chris Black
#4
September 13th, 2017 8:00 pm
I am so saddened to hear the news of Bob's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember several Christmas Choir parties at your house, Betty, and what wonderful hosts you and Bob were.
Jay Atchison
#3
September 13th, 2017 1:47 pm
Dear Aunt Betty & cousins Diane, Janice & Bobby-
I was sorry to hear of Uncle Bob's passing today. He was a great uncle and I enjoyed being around him when we used to visit during the summers and at our family reunions. I also appreciated his advice when I was considering a career change as a young man.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jay
Barbara Furth
#2
September 13th, 2017 10:35 am
In Bob's passing I have lost a precious friend, neighbor, and mentor! He and Betty, my new neighbors, helped me so in making the transition to living next door after the death of my husband. I first met them through the delivery of a beautiful Fall bouquet. Yes........I hit the jackpot! Living next door I looked daily at their beautifully kept and landscaped yard......the Scanga home set a high standard! But w lots of help from Bob, I'm pleased with the results. And I know Bob was too. I couldn't have done it without him.
I'm so glad to have know such a good man.....I miss him so...❤️❤️
Condolences to his perfect wife Betty, and his loving family......Bob was blessed to have you all
Arlene Pidgeon
#1
September 13th, 2017 10:17 am
Dearest Betty and Family, I am so sorry for your loss and am praying for you all at this very sad time.
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