August 22, 1933 – July 2, 2023

CARMEN, JOHN JR., 89 – of Naples, FL, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2023. John was born in Pleasantville, NJ on August 22, 1933. John was the son of the late John and the late Blanche (Woodfall) Carmen. John graduated from Pleasantville High School in 1951 and then joined the US Navy. After an honorable discharge from the Navy, John began his career at the Pleasantville (NJ) Post Office, where he worked until his official retirement.

John was predeceased by his loving wife Caroline (Veneziale) of more than 66 years. John and Caroline met when they were young teens at Bible Study. They fell in love and had been together their entire lives. They moved all over Florida in the 50’s while John served in the US Navy. They returned to their hometown of Pleasantville before moving to Egg Harbor Township many years later. Eventually John and Caroline settled down in Orange City, FL for retirement. While living in Orange City, John and his wife were members of the Journey Church. After his wife’s passing in 2019, John moved to Naples, FL to live with his grandson, Stephen Carmen, and his family (Holly, Lexi and Alivia). John was also predeceased by his siblings, June (Bob) Littlefield, Charles ‘Buddy’ (Kathy) Carmen, Nancy Hulick, and David (Peggy) Carmen; as well as several sister-in-laws and brother-in-laws.

John is survived by his daughter, Debbie Homa, (Bill) of Voorhees, NJ. Grandchildren, Stephen Carmen (Holly) of Naples, FL; Nicholas Homa (Sabine) of West Norriton, PA; Kate Homa of Asheville, NC; and Kristin Homa of Voorhees, NJ. Great Grandchildren, Alexis (Ethan) Fletcher, Alivia Carmen, both of Naples, FL; Leonie Meise and Amelie Dunn, both of West Norriton, PA. John is also survived by sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; as well as many friends.

John always loved music, particularly country music, and had a vast collection of albums. John had taken up oil painting in the 70’s and continued painting for several years. John also loved to do crossword puzzles – books and books of puzzles- as well as sudoku. In his earlier years he liked to play horseshoes and join in family gatherings. John and his wife had square danced and round danced for many years while living in NJ and Florida. This was one of their favorite pastimes as well as attending country music events. John also had quite the green thumb and loved his vegetable gardens, beautiful rose bushes, and many flowers.

John was always the kindest, sweetest, gentlest soul and we will miss him dearly. May he rest in eternal peace.

John’s wishes were to be cremated and no services are scheduled at this time. In honor of his memory, please consider a contribution to John’s favorite charity, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, or to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.NaplesFuneralHome.com.