[NFBNJ] Sad News The Passing Of Ed Lataro

[joe ruffalo]

Dear Federation Family!

It is with  great sadness  that I bring you the news of the passing of Ed 
Lataro.
ED was a true friend to many, always donated his time and resources to 
assist those to raise expectations to live the life we want.
The first year of the Braille Enrichment through Literacy and Learning, 
BELL, Ed was one of the first members that provided us with start up funds.
Ed, you have  assisted so many with your thoughtfulness, kindness and 
compassion, you will be remembered for your friendship.
A long time friend, Debbie Bloomer offers her thoughts below.

Ed, rest in Peace!

Joe

We care. We share. We grow. We make a difference
Joe Ruffalo, President
National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey
973 743 0075
nfbnj1 at verizon.net
www.nfbnj.org
Raising Expectations To Live The Life You Want!
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Ed Lataro passed away on October 2, 2018. He was a vocational rehabilitation 
counselor at the Commission for the Blind for many years. He was a kind, 
compassionate person, who went the extra mile to help the people on his 
caseload achieve their vocational goals.


His interest in working with people who are blind didn't end with 
retirement. He volunteered countless hours at NFB of NJ events, and for the 
LEAD Program. He was always there when someone needed transportation.


He was an avid writer. Many of his plays have been performed at theaters in 
NY and NJ. His novel, In the Guise of a Child, was published a few years 
ago.


Ed will certainly be missed by all those whose lives he touched.


Expressions of sympathy can be sent to his cousin. Her contact information 
is as follows:
Rena Moscatello
2 McCay Drive
Roebling, NJ 08554
Her email address is  rena527 at yahoo.com



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