In Loving Memory of Andreana Lo Presti

Sunrise: March 1, 1946

Sunset: July 19, 2025

With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, Andreana Lo Presti - a truly remarkable soul whose presence was a blessing to all who had the privilege of knowing her. Andreana passed away peacefully at RWJ Hospital on July 19th, 2025 surrounded by her husband, children and close family by her side.

Andreana (Foti) Lo Presti, 79, was born in Sant'Onofrio, Calabria, Italy before immigrating to the United States with her family in 1960 at the age of 14. In her new homeland, she built a beautiful life grounded in love, faith, and family. She married her soul mate, Ottavio Lo Presti, with whom she shared an extraordinary 61-year marriage filled with enduring love and partnership. Together, they lovingly raised three wonderful children- Tina, Tony and Nick. She grew up in Bridgewater before ultimately settling down in Raritan, NJ.

Family was the center of Andreana's world. Her greatest joy came from creating cherished memories with her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and dear friends. Her selfless devotion, warm energy, nurturing heart, and boundless generosity defined every aspect of her life.

Andreana was the embodiment of grace, kindness, and unconditional love. Her gentle spirit radiated through every embrace, every word of comfort, and every selfless act of care. She welcomed all with open arms—transforming friends, neighbors, and even strangers into extended family. Her legacy is one of warmth, compassion, and quiet strength, and it will continue to live on through the many lives she touched.

She is predeceased by her father Nicola Foti and mother Teresa Ruccella; her brothers Domenico and Francesco, sisters Isabella and Annunziata along with her first born son Antonino Lo Presti.

She is survived by her three children: Tina, Tony and partner Florina, Nick and wife Kym; eight cherished grandchildren: Gabriella, Kaila and fiancé Clint, Kyle, Kiara, Alexandria, Dominique, Lorenzo & Ottavio; and 4 adored great-grandchildren: River Jean, Riley Ty, Cayson and Madilynn - each carrying forward her legacy of love, wisdom, and strength. She is also remembered with love by her sister-in law Giovanna Foti, brother-in-law Giuseppe Dotta, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Though her absence leaves a profound void, we take comfort in knowing she now rests in eternal light, joyfully reunited with her beloved Foti family and all those who went before her.

Andreana's memory will be a guiding light and a constant reminder that true beauty lies in kindness, and that a life centered in love is a life well-lived.

A viewing will be held on Friday, July 25, 2025 from 3pm-7pm at the Branchburg Funeral Home, 910 Rt. 202 South, Branchburg, NJ 08876.

The family requests that friends and family please arrive at the funeral home at 9:45 on Saturday, for a prayer service following at 10:15. Funeral mass will take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11am at St. Ann's Church in Raritan, NJ. Entombment to follow at St. Bernard Cemetery in Bridgewater, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Live Like Linda Cancer Foundation (Livelikelinda.org or checks payable to Live Like Linda, Inc. @ 19 Harmony School Rd, Flemington NJ 08822), in honor of Andreana's generous and compassionate spirit.

Forever loved.

Forever missed.

Forever embedded in our hearts.