Obituary of Dominick R. Pulsinelli, Jr.

Dominick R. Pulsinelli, 91, Passed away on December 8, 2024.  Born in Washington, NJ, the youngest of 9 siblings.  He is survived by his wife of 72+ years, Shirley Pulsinelli, their two children: Michael Pulsinelli and his wife, Susan L. Pulsinelli and Cathleen Nauta and her husband Dale Nauta. 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Dominick leaves behind a legacy as a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and coach.

He served his country as a soldier in the United States Army. Stationed at Fort Dix, NJ, He specialized in radio communications and marksmanship.

Dominick was an active member and Deacon at the Lower Valley Presbyterian Church in Califon, NJ.

His involvement with his local community was evidenced by the fact that he served on the Lebanon Township Board of Education while also coaching Little League at the North Hunterdon Little League, in High Bridge, NJ.

Dominick worked his way up to vice president of Waldron’s Dairy in Califon, NJ, where he established and maintained the company accounts.

Dominick's lifelong dream to own and prosper a general store was realized in 1973, when he purchased Sentz’ General Store in Lebanon New Jersey. The store was known as (Minit Market), and became a very successful community-friendly business.

Although Dominick was not known as a contractor, he single handedly built the family’s second home, with occasional assistance from family and friends.

In his later years he became sole proprietor of a logging and firewood business, which he fervently worked at into his mid 80s.

Dominick Enjoyed the activities of fishing, hunting, bowling, competitive softball, horse racing and Casinos. He especially enjoyed games of table tennis and pool with his family. He truly enjoyed the company of others in all of his hobbies and ventures.

Known to his brothers and sisters, nieces, nephews, and friends by several different names such as, Dom, Dominick, June, Uncle Junior; and even more affectionately by those closest to him as Bub, Dad, and Pop.

Considered by many acquaintances, friends and neighbors as a “great man”, Family will always remember him for his kindness, playful nature, leadership, generosity, reliability and his indomitable spirit.

On behalf of those of us who knew him either as husband, father, grandfather, uncle, coworker, neighbor, or friend; we want to express our gratitude for the way you touched our lives, and made a lasting difference in our lives; helping us in our time of need; loved and cared for us; and  exemplifying a life well lived. These gifts we will forever cherish. With all our love, admiration and gratitude.

Your Family and Friends

In Lou of flowers donations can be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, at https://act.alz.org-donate.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Sunday, December 15, 2024 from 2-4 and 5-7 at Warren Hills Memorial Home, 234 West Washington Ave., Washington, NJ 07882.  A church service celebrating Dominick’s life will take place on Monday December 16, 2024 at 2:00 PM at the lower valley Presbyterian Church in Califon NJ. Burial with military honors will immediately follow at lower valley cemetery. 

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Warren hills Memorial Home. To send an online condolence please visit www.warrenhillsmemorialhome.com.