Bernard A Capaldi

Bernard Alexander Capaldi, “Berny”, age 80, of Jupiter, Florida passed peacefully at home on February 1, 2023. Born in Bridgeton, NJ to Bernard W. Capaldi and Mary Nardelli, Berny grew up in Margate, NJ and was always known as the “little guy” on the baseball field who no batter wanted to go up against. His small stature at a young age never held him back as Berny went on to earn all state titles. As Berny got older, he added tennis to his repertoire of sports and traded in his basketball sneakers for golf cleats. Berny’s competitive drive was fierce, yet always quiet, polite, and fair. He earned an unheard of eight holes-in-one over the years and several club championships. He loved being the “unofficial” Holy Spirit High School girls’ tennis coach. Whether giving golf lessons on the course to his family and friends, watching the Yankees on TV, or reviewing stats and scores of baseball players with his grandsons, Berny’s love of sports was evident. This competitive nature carried over into Berny’s academic life, graduating from the Peddie School, then onto Villanova University in 1964, and continuing onto a successful CPA career. He carried on his father’s legacy at the accounting firm of Capaldi, Reynolds, and Pelosi, which his father opened in 1935 in Atlantic City, NJ. Berny was a principal partner of the firm for 42 years. Along with crunching numbers, which he was incredibly successful at, Berny loved socializing with his friends and family over a delicious meal, preferably Italian food with good wine. He was always considered the consummate gentleman, often hosting large dinner parties with his beautiful, amazing wife Patricia. Berny was known for his quiet nature, yet his delivery of hilarious one-liners and “spot-on” advice were unforgettable. Berny was loved by all, and he will be remembered for his constant support and generosity to nearly everyone he encountered. Berny’s compassion to help others and philanthropic work extended far into the community as he donated and participated with many local charities. He was one of the founding members of the D. Allen Stretch Memorial Golf Committee with Leo Fraser, Rick Traa, and Dick Kabat. He served as Chairman of the Board and President for Shore Health System for 39 years, retiring in 2013. The Board was responsible for a new Emergency Center, Cancer Center, ICU, Cardiac Care Units, Surgical Wing, and Pediatric Care Center of Shore Medical Center in Somers Point, NJ. Berny was also a founding member of the John R. Elliott “Hero Campaign” for designated drivers. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia (Newell) of 32 years, his two daughters, Dr. Christine (Robert) Henry and Suzanne (Andrew) Lee, and his son Dr. David (Brigit) Capaldi, his eight grandchildren Alexander, Elizabeth (“Libby”), Colin, Taylor, Charlotte, Coco, Luna, and Gavin, his sister Janet (James) Letson, and several nieces and nephews. Mass of the Christian burial will be held at 2:30 on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at St. Jude’s Catholic Church located at 204 US-1, Tequesta, FL. There will be an hour of visitation prior to the service. An additional memorial service will be held in Berny’s hometown of Margate, NJ in March. Details to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Atlantic City Day Nursery in Atlantic City, NJ, the American Stroke Association, the John R. Elliott “Hero Campaign” of New Jersey or the Holy Spirit High School Spirit of Music Program of Absecon, NJ.

Bernard A Capaldi

September 17, 1942 - February 1, 2023