Richard M. Lattanzi, 68, passed away Thursday, July 18, at his home in Cream Ridge. Born in Jersey City, Rich and his wife Debbie married and devoted their lives to raising their two sons. Rich was passionate about gardening, thoroughbreds, and most of all his family.

Rich is survived by his wife of 45 years, his sons and daughters in law, Rich and Margaret, and Garret and Kira; as well as his grandchildren Anthony, Giuliana, and Sophia. He will also be sorely missed by his lifelong group of friends. He was the son of the late Salvatore and Ann Lattanzi, and was predeceased by a brother, Frank.

Friends may call Sunday, July 21st from 2-6 pm at the Peppler Funeral Home, 114 S. Main St. Allentown, N.J. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 am Monday at St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, 1282 Yardville-Allentown Rd. Allentown. Cremation will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to honor his lifelong love of horses to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance at https://www.thoroughbredaftercare.org