Elias Ocasio, age 65 of Vineland, went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 28, 2014 at home. Elias was born in Utuado, Puerto Rico to the late Paulino and Carmen (Serrano) Ocasio and was a resident of Vineland most of his life after graduating from high school in Puerto Rico. He was employed as a mechanic for National Freight for many years. Elias was a kind hearted man with an infectious smile who accepted everyone. He would always bring candy for his dialysis friends. Elias enjoyed motorcycles, sports cars, woodworking, fishing, dominos and helping others in need. Elias was predeceased by his 6 siblings. Elias is survived by his 2 sons; Elias Ocasio of Port St. Lucie, FL. and Arictides Ocasio of Rochester, NH. His 5 daughters; Aisa Ocasio, Maryann Planas, both of Bridgeport, CT., Nakeya Barreto of Wildwood Crest, NJ, Ilaiza Maldonado of W. Palm Beach, FL. and Jasmine Ocasio of Vineland. 15 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Samuel Ocasio of Puerto Rico. His 4 sisters; Amalia Baez, Irma Ocasio, Enoelia Bernard, all of Vineland, and Nilsa Cancel of Puerto Rico. The funeral service will be held on Friday, April 4th at 1:00 pm at the Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, 1024 E. Landis Ave. Vineland. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Family and friends may gather on Friday from 11:00-1:00 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family, c/o Jasmine Ocasio. Please visit www.wbfuneralhome.com to send condolences to the family.