It is with profound sadness that the family, colleagues, and community remember the life of Robert Caridi, a dedicated Supervisor with the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY), who served in the Brooklyn South 13 District. His passing has been mourned by friends, fellow sanitation workers, and neighbors who valued his leadership, commitment, and service to the City of New York.
Robert Caridi worked for the Department of Sanitation, New York, often called New York’s Strongest serving as a Supervisor in Brooklyn South 13, the district that includes neighborhoods such as Coney Island, Brighton Beach, Bensonhurst, and Seagate. In his role, he worked alongside teams responsible for keeping streets clean, safe, and healthy for residents and visitors alike.
Caridi was respected within the department for his work ethic, his support of crew members, and his steady leadership during the daily challenges of sanitation operations. The DSNY has a long history of honoring the dedication and service of its workforce from frontline sanitation workers to supervisors who contribute to the city’s public health and welfare.
In recent announcements on social media by members of the sanitation community, colleagues expressed deep sorrow at the loss of Robert Caridi, describing him as a “member, friend, and active Supervisor” whose presence and commitment will be greatly missed by all who worked with him. These remembrances emphasize the strong bonds within the DSNY family and the respect Caridi earned over years of public service.
Caridi’s passing is a reminder of the important, often unnoticed work carried out every day by the men and women of the Department of Sanitation, a workforce that keeps one of the largest cities in the world running smoothly. From waste collection to street cleaning and environmental stewardship, DSNY employees play a vital role in public health and city life. Supervisors like Caridi help guide these complex operations with professionalism and care.
While specific details about funeral arrangements and family tributes have not been publicly released, DSNY co‑workers and community members are honoring Robert Caridi’s memory with gratitude for his years of service. His legacy within the department will live on through the many lives he touched, from the colleagues he led to the neighborhoods he helped serve.
