OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Clifton, NJ
The obituaries in the Clifton, NJ Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Clifton's history and identity.
Valerie Gagnon
Nov 3, 2025
Valerie Gagnon, of Clifton, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, at the age of 67.
Born in 1958, Valerie dedicated her life to caring for others as a registered nurse. She served for 45 years at St. Mary’s Hospital in Passaic, formerly Passaic Beth Israel Hospital, where her compassion, professionalism, and gentle spirit touched countless lives.
Valerie’s greatest joy was her...
Maryann Belli
Nov 2, 2025
Maryann Belli, of Jackson, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025, at the age of 90.
Born on April 7, 1935, Maryann was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew her. She was married to her beloved husband, Roger Belli, with whom she shared many wonderful years. Together they built a loving...
Kathleen Beatrice Galletly
Oct 27, 2025
Kathleen Beatrice “Kathy” Galletly (nee Fezza) passed away on October 27, 2025, at her home in Parsippany, New Jersey, after a brief but brave battle with cancer.
Born April 23, 1947, in Passaic, New Jersey. Kathy graduated from Passaic High School in 1965 and married William Galletly of Passaic in 1968. Kathy and William had two children, Michael “Mike” Galletly and...
Jerome Mykietyn
Oct 27, 2025
Jerome Mykietyn of Wayne passed away suddenly on October 27, 2025, at the age of 83 years.
Born in 1942 in Germany to Antoni and Leonia Mykietyn, he emigrated with his family to the United States before the age of 10.
A lifelong resident of northern New Jersey, Jerome was a graduate of Wayne Valley High School. He then earned his bachelor’s...
Vincent Anthony Frega
Oct 22, 2025
Vincent Anthony “Cheech” Frega, 76, passed away on October 22, 2025, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in East Orange, New Jersey, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on May 20, 1949, in Paterson, New Jersey, Vincent was a gifted musician who proudly served his country as a percussionist in the United States Military Academy Band at West Point. His dedication...
Marie K Steiner
Oct 21, 2025
Marie K Steiner, a beloved figure to all who had the privilege of knowing her, peacefully departed this life on October 21, 2025, in Clifton, New Jersey. Born on June 5, 1942, in Passaic, New Jersey, Marie graced the world with her kindness and love for over eight decades.
Her gentle spirit and warm heart left an indelible mark on those...
Richard Raymond De Roos
Oct 7, 2025
Richard Raymond De Roos, 66, of Woodland Park, passed away on October 7, 2025, in Paterson, New Jersey.
Born on October 29, 1958, Richard worked as a dedicated tractor trailer driver, known for his strong work ethic and commitment to providing for his family. He was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother, whose presence will be deeply missed by all...
Wlodzimierz "Walter" Tkacz
Oct 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Wlodzimierz (Walter) Tkacz.
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Walter Tkacz, age 81, of Pequannock, New Jersey. He passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, surrounded by his loving and devoted family.
Born on August 20, 1944, in Olchowa, Poland, Walter was the beloved son of Andrzej and Maria Tkacz, and the youngest of...
Jerome S. Morici
Sep 21, 2025
Jerome S. Morici, 99, of Clifton, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Virginia Morici, Jerome was the devoted father of Stephen J., Robert A., Christopher J., and Todd A. He was a cherished grandfather to Nicholas, Stephen Jr., Matthew, Maximillian, Heather, Daniel, Evan, Christian, Drew, Meghan, and the late Todd Jr., and a proud...
Guillermo Enciso
Sep 10, 2025
Guillermo Alberto Enciso, 59, from Dover, NJ formally of Bogota, Colombia passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025 at St. Claire Hospital. A celebration of life service will take place at Marrocco Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Guillermo was a very loving father, protective brother and devoted son. His gracious and contagious...
Lila Obregon
Sep 7, 2025
Lila Obregon of Clifton, NJ peacefully entered eternal life on Sunday, September 7th, 2025, she was 76. Lila was born on November 17th, 1948 to Emiliano and Luisa Obregon, one of eight children. She and her siblings were also raised in Lima, Peru. Lila came to the United States to be with the family members who had already emigrated in...
Alicia Adams
Sep 3, 2025
Alicia A. Adams (Leciston) passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Alicia is the daughter of Alex and Rose (Kozmoski) Leciston. She was born in Passaic and raised in Clifton, NJ. She spent many summers visiting her grandparents, John and Mary Kozmoski, in Nanticoke, PA. Alicia attended St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic School in Passaic, St Mary’s Villa Academy in Sloatsburg,...
Joseph Coan
Aug 31, 2025
Our beloved father, Joseph Coan, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025 in West Palm Beach, Florida at the age of 84.
He was born in Italy on September 17, 1940.He came to the United States at the age of 20 and lived with family. Family was always a big part of his life. He had a close relationship with his...
Gerald S. Waller
Aug 22, 2025
Gerald S. Waller, age 77, of Fairfield, NJ, passed peacefully after a short illness on August 22, 2025.
Born in Passaic and raised in Clifton, Jerry was the eldest son of the late Steven and Mary (Gaspar) Waller. He attended St. Paul’s School in Clifton, Pope Pius XII in Passaic, and Montclair State College, where he excelled both academically and athletically....
Caren White
Jul 28, 2025
Caren White, age 65 of Woodland Park, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025. Born and raised in Paterson, NJ to Joseph and Catherine White, Caren was the sixth of nine children in a bustling household. She was educated at Saint Mary’s Elementary School and Kennedy High School in Paterson. Caren spent most of her years as an administrative assistant...
Sandra Weldon
Jul 25, 2025
Sandra Veronica Weldon (née Grecco) passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25, in New York City. She was 76.
Sandra is survived by her beloved sister and brother-in-law, Louisa and Paul Schooling, and her brother and sister-in-law, Philip and Ellen Grecco. She also leaves behind four cherished nieces and nephews and their spouses: Kara and Christopher Niles, Jason and Ashley Schooling,...
Adelchi Camillo Rold
Jul 25, 2025
Adelchi Camillo Rold, 93, of Clifton, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, July 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Al, as he was known to his family and friends, was born in Santa Giustina, Belluno Italy on October 17, 1931 to the late Guerino Rold and Aquelina (Mares) Rold, and spent his childhood there. He came to the...
Seraphia McCormick
Jul 24, 2025
Seraphia McCormick, 93, of Clifton, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025.
Beloved wife of the late Richard Tuminello and later Charles McCormick, Seraphia was a devoted mother to Deborah Tuminello, Joyce Zasso, and Richard Tuminello. She was also a cherished sister to Ruth Semeraro and John Windish, and the loving daughter of the late John and Julia Windish.
She leaves behind...
Raymond Martin Wolak
Jul 19, 2025
Give rest oh Lord to your newly departed servant Raymond Martin Wolak Sr., 88, on July 19, 2025. He was born November 3, 1936 to Cassie (née Sarama) and John Wolak in Dupont, Pennsylvania. Raymond is survived by his wife of 65 years Elaine (née Nosal); brother John (Judy) Wolak, Leonard predeceased(Gloria) Wolak; Richard (Barbara) Wolak; son Raymond Wolak Jr....
Thomas Klump
Jul 9, 2025
Thomas Robert Klump of Wayne, New Jersey, formerly of Clifton, NJ passed away on July 9th, 2025, his 68th birthday, Thomas is survived by his beloved son Justin, brothers Frank and Edward (Linda); a niece Melissa Klump, nephew Frank Klump (Marissa), and his former wife Cheryl Perrone Klump, step-daughter Leigh Heerbrandt and step-grandson Christopher Cardona. Thomas was predeceased by his...
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