Danielo LaLima Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Danielo "Nello" John LaLima, 21, of Manalapan, passed away on January 30, 2021. He was born on May 7, 1999 to Mario and Kelli LaLima in Long Branch, NJ. He graduated from Freehold Township High School in 2017 and worked side by side with his dad as a shop coordinator, for Precision Tech Home Services, Manalapan. He was a parishioner of St. Robert's Bellarmine Roman Catholic Church, Freehold. Danielo loved and had great pride in the United States, and considered himself a "patriot." Additionally, Nello was a huge fan of Star Wars, watching internet videos and war movies. Danielo was the loving care taker of the animals on his grandfather's farm. Danielo was an avid sports fan and could tell you any statistic about any sports team, player, or game. Most of all, Danielo treasured his time spent with his precious niece, Adrianna. The loving bond shared between them was truly a special one. Danielo is survived by his loving parents, Mario and Kelli, his sister Nicolette and her boyfriend Denver, his niece Adrianna, and his beloved dog and companion, Jackson. Danielo is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and co-workers. Danielo will most be remembered for his compassion, love, and genuine concern for others. He truly was a beautiful soul. Relatives and friends are invited to gather for a visitation to be held on Friday, February 5, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Waitt Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Morganville, NJ. Visitation services will be held in accordance with COVID guidelines, therefore limiting individuals within the facilities. Due to the overwhelming support and love for Danielo, we ask to please be considerate of the family and others wishing to pay respects. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 10:30 AM at St. Clements Roman Catholic Church at 172 Freneau Avenue, Matawan, NJ with Father Tom Vala officiating. Entombment will follow at Marlboro Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Danielo's name can be sent to Associated Humane Societies, Popcorn Park Zoo at https://www.ahscares.org/ContentPage/3108 Online condolences can be given at www.waittfh.com

Danielo LaLima

May 7, 1999 - January 30, 2021