Barbara Ann Stetter

Barbara Ann Stetter, also known as Bobbi, passed away on June 8, 2023, at the age of 75 in Long Branch, New Jersey. She was born on August 21, 1947, in Newark, New Jersey, to Victor J. Buccino and Dorothy C. Buccino, who preceded her in death. Bobbi is survived by her husband of 51 years, Emil J. Stetter, her sister,  Nicole Buccino, and brother-in-law, Mark Ruoti, her aunt, Virginia Mullin, and cousins Susan and Anthony Crimi and Deborah Curran, and many close and loving friends.

Bobbi was an outgoing, funny, clever, kind, mischievous, intuitive, bright, and strong person. She was a tireless caregiver to her parents during their senior years. She graduated from Monmouth College in 1970 with a degree in education. She was a dedicated teacher who spent 30 years with the Middletown Township Board of Education, teaching fourth grade in the Village School and sixth-grade language arts at Thompson Middle School. She retired in 1999 after a long and fulfilling career, which she spoke fondly about long after her retirement. Motivating young, inquisitive minds was her forte, and her students responded in kind to her enthusiasm, energy, and sense of humor.

Aside from work, Bobbi enjoyed a variety of hobbies. She loved collecting vintage Waterford crystal, antiques, shopping, exploring the Caribbean Islands, and traveling to her favorite island, Bermuda, which she visited eleven times. She also enjoyed traveling to Europe, with Paris being her favorite, and most often visited city. Bobbi and her husband enjoyed boating throughout local waterways and the ocean on her beautiful boat, “Barbara Ann.” Bobbi also loved sporty cars, and enjoyed long drives through Bucks County with Emil. She was an animal lover, growing up with dogs and cats. She and Emil had four Siamese cats, took in strays, and adopted orphaned cats. She had a green thumb and the flowers she planted some 30 odd years ago are still blooming beautifully today. But most of all, Bobbi was a dedicated and caring wife to her husband throughout the tough and good times for 51 years.

The memorial gathering for Bobbi will occur at a later date and by invitation from her spouse. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Monmouth County SPCA, which aligns with her love for dogs, cats, and animals in general. The family invites you to leave a letter of condolence by selecting the Tribute/Guestbook link above.