Julius T. Granato, 68 of Asbury Park died on Monday, April 24th at the Jersey Shore Medical Center. He was best known by his family and friends as Judd. Judd was born in South Amboy and raised in Cliffwood Beach. He had lived his life in Monmouth County, and moved to Asbury Park in 2009. …
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Julius T. Granato, 68 of Asbury Park died on Monday, April 24th at the Jersey Shore Medical Center. He was best known by his family and friends as Judd.
Judd was born in South Amboy and raised in Cliffwood Beach. He had lived his life in Monmouth County, and moved to Asbury Park in 2009.
He was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. Judd along with his life partner Rocco Zoppi were the owners of Arje The Salon, Long Branch. Judd loved to vacation, cook and especially entertain and spend time with family and friends. He lived his life by the motto “Live for today, you could be gone tomorrow.”
Judd is survived by his husband Rocco Zoppi; his son and daughter-in-law, Shaun and Sarah Granato and his daughter and son-in-law, Ariel and Pete Bailey, Ashley Zoppi; his grandchildren, Lyla and Cossette Granato; Judd was loved by his many friends and family. He will be missed by all.
Memorial gathering will be Thursday, April 27th, 7 to 9 pm at Charley’s Ocean Grill, 32 Avenel Blvd., Long Branch. In respect of Judd’s wishes please contribute to the Center in Asbury Park, 806 3rd Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712. To share a favorite memory of Judd or send messages of condolence please visit his page of tributes at www.woolleyboglioli.com.
Diana Rhee
left a message on May 1, 2018:
My heartfelt sympathy to Arielle,Rocco and all Judd's family and friends. I am deeply saddened .I was blessed to know Judd for 35 years-he was a unique,gifted and loving man and he added so much to my life.I will always remember him with joy and a smile. DearJudd,I will miss you.
Kathryne Singleton
left a message on April 29, 2018:
Dear Rocco, my heart is broken for you and your family. Richard, Emma , Andrew and I send our deepest condolences and love to you. Kathryne Singleton
Michael Benevenia
left a message on April 28, 2018:
My deepest sympathy to Rocco and to all of Judd's family and friends. Judd's loving spirit lives deep in your hearts and will guide you. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Michael Benevenia
Lynn Einbinder
left a message on April 28, 2018:
My deepest sympathies to Ariel, Rocco and all of his family. I've known Judd for over forty years and he has always been someone very special in my and my family's lives. He was an wonderful artist and greatly talented and respected in his field. I will miss him. Lynn Einbinder
Thomas
left a message on April 27, 2018:
Ariel, Rocco, and all of Judd's friends. I'm so sorry for your loss. The nicest guy in the world. My prayers go out to you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bonnie Deroski
left a message on April 26, 2018:
So very sad. A light has gone out from this world. Judd will be missed greatly. My condolences to Rocco, Arielle and his family.
Sue
left a message on April 26, 2018:
A candle was lit by Sue on 2018/04/26
Deana Kreher
left a message on April 26, 2018:
A candle was lit by Deana Kreher on 2018/04/26
Karen Harbeck
left a message on April 26, 2018:
A candle was lit by Karen Harbeck on 2018/04/26
Linda Cagno Talerico
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Arielle, I was so sorry to hear of sudden loss of your father. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Nancy Carson
left a message on April 26, 2018:
My love and deepest sympathy to Rocco, Ariel and the rest of Judd's family, both personal andhis Arje family. Judd has been a part of my life not only because he cut my hair for over thirty years, but because he became a friend. He was beyond kind and so supportive of me and my family as we travelled through our life journey. The world has lost a really amazing person, and I have lost a friend.
Linda Jones
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Ariel, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Allocco Russo
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Rocco & Ariel, I was so very sad to hear about Judd. I'll remember him for his warm smile and how kind he was to me each time I saw him at the salon. I'll be praying for you and your families.
mary ann desarno
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Mary Ann DeSarno Reading all the tribute messages just confirmed what Judd meant to so many people. His genuine spirit, honesty, and sense of humor will be greatly missed. I have been seeing Judd for over 30 years, and we have shared many special conversations about family, politics, and life in general. I will miss those times. He was a "one of a kind" person who was more than just my beautician. He was a caring friend, and I will think of him each day. To Rocco and Ariel, especially, my deepest condolences. I know you must be devastated by this great loss. I will pray for you and your family.
Jessica Nemati
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Pappa Bear! I miss you dearly!! I can still hear your laugh and I pray I never lose that. I love you so much! <3 Cookie aka Jessica Rabbit.
Camille Montalvo
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Rocco, Ariel, family members and friends, I am so deeply saddened and heartfully sorry over the sudden loss of your Judd. I was very fond of Judd - he possesseed so many wonderful qualities - warmth, sincerity, kindness, and the most wonderful, welcoming smile he always greeted me with. At the former Brighton Ave salon location, Judd often brought in left-overs from a wonderful dinner he whipped up the night before. He would always make a plate for me - his Shrimp Scampi was amazing! This world has lost a great man, a true gentleman, and a sweet, dear friend to me and to so many others who had the pleasure of knowing Judd. I offer my sincere and heartfelt condolences to his loving family and friends on their loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Judd and his family during this very difficult time. Respectfully, Camille Montalvo
Ann Yocum
left a message on April 25, 2018:
To my dear, amazing wonderful friend, Judd who I spent so many happy times with. He was so special in so many ways. His laughter, his jokes, his honesty, his hugs. He gave the best hugs ever. Most of all, his loyalty as a friend. Always concerned, always there, true blue. I love Rocco and Judd. They are my family. Peace and love to you Judd. You made the world special with your spirit. Love you, Ann
Pat Locascio
left a message on April 25, 2018:
A candle was lit by Pat Locascio on 2018/04/25
Irene Bianco
left a message on April 25, 2018:
A candle was lit by Irene Bianco on 2018/04/25
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Diana Rhee
left a message on May 1, 2018:
My heartfelt sympathy to Arielle,Rocco and all Judd's family and friends. I am deeply saddened .I was blessed to know Judd for 35 years-he was a unique,gifted and loving man and he added so much to my life.I will always remember him with joy and a smile. DearJudd,I will miss you.
Kathryne Singleton
left a message on April 29, 2018:
Dear Rocco, my heart is broken for you and your family. Richard, Emma , Andrew and I send our deepest condolences and love to you. Kathryne Singleton
Michael Benevenia
left a message on April 28, 2018:
My deepest sympathy to Rocco and to all of Judd's family and friends. Judd's loving spirit lives deep in your hearts and will guide you. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Michael Benevenia
Lynn Einbinder
left a message on April 28, 2018:
My deepest sympathies to Ariel, Rocco and all of his family. I've known Judd for over forty years and he has always been someone very special in my and my family's lives. He was an wonderful artist and greatly talented and respected in his field. I will miss him. Lynn Einbinder
Thomas
left a message on April 27, 2018:
Ariel, Rocco, and all of Judd's friends. I'm so sorry for your loss. The nicest guy in the world. My prayers go out to you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Bonnie Deroski
left a message on April 26, 2018:
So very sad. A light has gone out from this world. Judd will be missed greatly. My condolences to Rocco, Arielle and his family.
Sue
left a message on April 26, 2018:
A candle was lit by Sue on 2018/04/26
Deana Kreher
left a message on April 26, 2018:
A candle was lit by Deana Kreher on 2018/04/26
Karen Harbeck
left a message on April 26, 2018:
A candle was lit by Karen Harbeck on 2018/04/26
Linda Cagno Talerico
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Arielle, I was so sorry to hear of sudden loss of your father. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Nancy Carson
left a message on April 26, 2018:
My love and deepest sympathy to Rocco, Ariel and the rest of Judd's family, both personal andhis Arje family. Judd has been a part of my life not only because he cut my hair for over thirty years, but because he became a friend. He was beyond kind and so supportive of me and my family as we travelled through our life journey. The world has lost a really amazing person, and I have lost a friend.
Linda Jones
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Ariel, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Allocco Russo
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Rocco & Ariel, I was so very sad to hear about Judd. I'll remember him for his warm smile and how kind he was to me each time I saw him at the salon. I'll be praying for you and your families.
mary ann desarno
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Mary Ann DeSarno Reading all the tribute messages just confirmed what Judd meant to so many people. His genuine spirit, honesty, and sense of humor will be greatly missed. I have been seeing Judd for over 30 years, and we have shared many special conversations about family, politics, and life in general. I will miss those times. He was a "one of a kind" person who was more than just my beautician. He was a caring friend, and I will think of him each day. To Rocco and Ariel, especially, my deepest condolences. I know you must be devastated by this great loss. I will pray for you and your family.
Jessica Nemati
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Pappa Bear! I miss you dearly!! I can still hear your laugh and I pray I never lose that. I love you so much! <3 Cookie aka Jessica Rabbit.
Camille Montalvo
left a message on April 26, 2018:
Dear Rocco, Ariel, family members and friends, I am so deeply saddened and heartfully sorry over the sudden loss of your Judd. I was very fond of Judd - he possesseed so many wonderful qualities - warmth, sincerity, kindness, and the most wonderful, welcoming smile he always greeted me with. At the former Brighton Ave salon location, Judd often brought in left-overs from a wonderful dinner he whipped up the night before. He would always make a plate for me - his Shrimp Scampi was amazing! This world has lost a great man, a true gentleman, and a sweet, dear friend to me and to so many others who had the pleasure of knowing Judd. I offer my sincere and heartfelt condolences to his loving family and friends on their loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Judd and his family during this very difficult time. Respectfully, Camille Montalvo
Ann Yocum
left a message on April 25, 2018:
To my dear, amazing wonderful friend, Judd who I spent so many happy times with. He was so special in so many ways. His laughter, his jokes, his honesty, his hugs. He gave the best hugs ever. Most of all, his loyalty as a friend. Always concerned, always there, true blue. I love Rocco and Judd. They are my family. Peace and love to you Judd. You made the world special with your spirit. Love you, Ann
Pat Locascio
left a message on April 25, 2018:
A candle was lit by Pat Locascio on 2018/04/25
Irene Bianco
left a message on April 25, 2018:
A candle was lit by Irene Bianco on 2018/04/25
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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