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THROUGH THE LENS OF LEGACY S itting at the Scotto’s large, King Arthur-style round table, it’s immediately clear this isn’t just any piece of furniture. It doesn’t take long BY KATIE SCHRADER - EDITOR
to realize this special place is the soul of a loving and busy home. Kathleen and Michael Scotto have built their lives around family, friends, and community, with this table often serving as the hub for lively conversations, memorable meals, and countless gatherings. “Our kids have big personalities,” Michael says, while Kathleen laughs asking, “I wonder where they get it from!” The Scottos have four children: Michael, Thomas, John, and Kathryn (KK). “When we’re all together, there’s fresh pasta and pizza, amazing dishes cooked by Thomas and John, and Michael is experimenting with the Big Green Egg. The table is always full, with friends and family coming and going. The side door is basically a revolving door—there is no inhibition for friends to come in at any time,” Michael says with pride. The Scotto home reflects the essence of Spring Lake itself: warm, inviting, and deeply rooted in connection. It’s a quality that Kathleen and Michael have cultivated over decades of marriage, parenting, and giving back to their beloved town. A Story Rooted in Ambition Kathleen moved to Spring Lake in 1969 with her four sisters and their mother, Marion. A single mom, Marion was a force who provided a stable, loving upbringing. “My mom was an overachiever in the best way. She was head cheerleader, valedictorian, and had so many close friends. When we moved to Spring Lake, she gave up a lot but never faltered. She commuted to Jersey City to earn her nursing degree to provide for us,” Kathleen remembers. Kathleen recalls her grandparents stepping in to help when they retired
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20 January 2025
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