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.
Ramon Velez
Dec 13, 2009
Velez, Ramon Jr., 40, of Oak Ridge on December 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Lisa (Zapotocky) Velez. Loving brother to Maritza Olaya of Clifton, Betsaida Velez of Manhattan. Step-brother to Lynne, Julio, Angel, Deborah, Christina and John Acevedo all of Vineland, NJ. Mr. Velez was born in Passaic where he resided for many years before moving to Oak Ridge 6...
Andrew Tynio
Dec 5, 2009
Tynio, Andrew, 83, of Passaic on December 5, 2009. Beloved husband of Maria ( Kapitula) Loving Father to Olesia Sledge of West Milford & Andrew J. Tynio of Toms River. Also survived by 6 grandchildren. Mr. Tynio was born in Polany-Sorowyczni, Ukraine and came to the US in 1954 settling in Passaic. He was a chemical operator for 27 years...
Vincenza Jasper
Dec 2, 2009
Jasper, Vincenza Josephine (nee Morici), 82, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009. Born in Passaic, NJ on October 9, 1927 to the parents of Dr. and Mrs. Theodore Morici, sister to the late Jerome Theodore. Beloved wife of Dr. Philip Jasper for fifty six years and loving mother of her six children Mrs. Carmel Kostiuk and...
Domenica 'Marge" Messina
Dec 2, 2009
Messina, Domenica Marge , 78, of Garfield on December 2, 2009. Sister to the late Rosalie Comito and Alfonso Liberato, sister-in-law to Carlo Comito of Rockaway, NJ and Katherine Liberato of Henderson, NV. Loving aunt to Joseph Liberato, Carlo Comito Jr., Thomas Comito, Jeanette Anglin, Kathy Bistritz, Deborah Linzalone. Great Aunt to Carly Lawrence, Steven Bistritz, Joseph Bistritz, Jonathan Linzalone....
Anthony "Buff" Furino
Nov 29, 2009
Furino, Anthony Buff , 91, of East Rutherford on November 29,2009. Beloved husband of the late Mildred (Roach). Loving father to Shelly Ahmed and her husband Ahmed of Rutherford. & the late Sharon O Dea. Grandfather to Jason, Noah & Jared. Mr. Furino is predeceased by his siblings: Josephine Negele, Nancy Nosal, Marie Furino, Jeanette Vargo, Mar Furino and Paul...
Lydia E. Pivirotto
Nov 28, 2009
Pivirotto, Lydia, 98, of Clifton on November 28, 2009. Beloved sister of Margaret Paccioretti Clifton, The Late Flora Kraus, Violet Pivirotto, Virginia Debiak, Alfred Pivirotto & George Pivirotto. Sister-in law to Teresa"Terry" Pivirotto Clifton. Lydia was a beloved aunt and great aunt to her many nieces and nephews. Her love, laughter and smile will be remembered by all. Ms. Pivirotto...
Marie Shkwiruk
Nov 25, 2009
Shkwiruk, Marie ( Delzio), 90, of South Setauket, NY, formerly of Clifton on November 25, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John. Beloved aunt of Dolores Sorce, Barbara Lacca & Robert Delzio Mrs. Shkwiruk was born in the Bronx, NY and lived in Brooklyn until 1957 before moving to Clifton where she lived until moving to New York in June....
Frederick Murphy
Nov 19, 2009
Murphy, Frederick, 86, of Garfield on November 19, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Rompa for 53 years. Loving father to Lauren Murphy of Clifton and Deborah Prezito of Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Grandfather to Joseph Potenza, Michael Spinella, Stephanie Spinella, Jasmine Durham & Jacob Durham. Great grandfather to Autumn. Mr. Murphy was born in Passaic and lived most of...
Stefan Tatarenko
Nov 12, 2009
Tatarenko, Stefan, 62. long time resident of Clifton, passed away on November 12, 2009, after a long and courageous battle. He was at his home surrounded by loved ones. Beloved husband to Anna and devoted father to Peter and Andrew .. Brother to: Alexandria Kowalenko, . Loving uncle, cousin, godfather and brother-in-law to many. He was predeceased by his parents...
George Fekete
Nov 12, 2009
Fekete, George, 89, of Clifton on November 12, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Nancy (Holmberg). Loving father to Richard Fekete of Fort Mill, SC, Gary Fekete of Stanhope, Joanne Fekete of Clifton and the late Carole Eisenmenger. Grandfather to Jonathan, Jamie, Nicole, Connor, Andrea & Kristen. Brother of Charlie Fekete of Ridgewood, Sally Fekete & the late John Fekete...
Rozalia Panycia
Oct 30, 2009
Panycia, Rozalia (Czyrniansky), 81, of Garfield on October 30, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John Panycia. Loving mother to William and his wife Chrystyna of Lincoln Park, Mychail of Garfield and Rosemarie and her husband Peter Dobroskok of Andover. Grandmother to Nicholas, John, Natalie, Marko and Andrew. Sister to John Cherniansky of Garfield, Stefan Cherniansky of Livingston and Wasyl...
Steve Sawka
Oct 21, 2009
Sawka, Steve, 60, of Pine Brook on October 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Irene (Worona) Sawka. Loving father to Deanna Sawka Olivo of Pine Brook and the late Steven D. Sawka. Grandfather to Matthew Ryan Olivo and Cianna Rae Olivo. Brother to Anne Albanese of Hasbrouck Heights and Michael P. Sawka of East Rutherford. Mr. Sawka was born in Lutz,...
Constance "Connie" R. Danek
Oct 19, 2009
Danek, Constance Connie (D Arco), 70 of Clifton on October 19, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John Bob Danek. Loving mother to Robin Danek of Clifton. Sister to Joseph D Arco of Port St. Lucie, FL, Robert D Arco of Clifton and Joann Rogalski of Port St. Lucie, FL. Beloved aunt of Joseph M. D Arco of Layton, Utah,...
Stephen Sikora
Oct 15, 2009
Sikora, Stephen, 54, of Clifton on October 15, 2009. Loving brother to Sandra Gunning of Lebanon, NJ and Susan Vinyei of Villas, NJ. Mr. Sikora was born in Passaic and lived in Clifton for most of his life, he was a truck driver for many years. Cremation Private. Arrangements by Powell-Marrocco Funeral Home 470 Colfax Avenue Clifton. PDF Printable Version
Julio Cesar Zuniga
Oct 14, 2009
Zuniga, Julio Cesar, 32 of Sanford, FL formerly of Paterson, on October 14, 2009. Beloved husband of Marybel Rodas. Devoted father to Shayla. Loving son of Juan and Nemora (Moreno) Zuniga. Brother to Vanessa and Octaviano Zuniga. Mr. Zuniga was born in Paterson where he resided before moving to Florida. He was a Salesman at Toyota in Sanford, FL. Visiting...
Dennis J. Gloede
Oct 6, 2009
Gloede, Dennis J., 65, of Clifton on October 6, 2009. Beloved husband of Irene (Arsenault). Loving father to Dennis Gloede Jr. of Clifton, Melissa & her husband Andrew Zinis of Clifton & Keith Gloede of Clifton. Grandfather to Maxwell Zinis. Brother of the late Herman Gloede. Brother in law of Theresa Gloede of Garfield. Mr. Gloede was born in Passaic...
Piotr Derewjanyk
Oct 5, 2009
Derewjanyk, Piotr, 76, of Clifton on October 5, 2009. Beloved husband of Anna (Ferenc)Derewjanyk Loving father to Michael and his wife Donna of Saddle Brook and the late Jerzy Derewjanyk. Mr. Derewjanyk was born in Wysowa, Poland and came to the US in 1965 settling in Passaic before moving to Clifton 30 years ago. He was a machinist at Missbrenner...
Marianna Gava
Oct 1, 2009
Gava, Marianna (Battistuz), 93, of Fullerton, CA formerly of Clifton on October 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Lino Gava. Loving mother to Maria Mazowiecki of Fullerton, CA. Sister to Angelo Battistuz of Clifton and the late William Battistuz. She is also survived by 2 grandchildren. Mrs. Gava was born in Clifton and moved to Sarmede, Italy in 1921,...
Helen C. Rush
Sep 29, 2009
Rush, Helen C. (Newman), 92, of Clifton on September 29, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert Rush. Loving mother to Maureen Rush of Clifton, Carolyn Paone and her husband Thomas Paone of Longmeadow, MA and Kathleen Rush of Brookline, MA. Sister to Mary Newman of Clifton and the late William and Robert Newman. Sister-in-law to Louise Newman of Lawrence,...
Mildred Kozak
Sep 24, 2009
Kozak, Mildred (Klorus), 86, of Lakehurst on September 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert Kozak. Loving mother to Diane De Vito of Manahawkin and the late Albert Kozak Jr.. Grandmother to Dana, Jody, Todd and Albert. Great Grandmother to Amanda and Samantha. Sister to the late Raymond Klorus. Mrs. Kozak was born in Garfield where she resided most...
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