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.
Genevieve Zajac
Mar 18, 2009
Zajac, Genevieve, 88, of Las Vegas on March 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Alexander Zajac. Loving mother to Janice Grove and her husband John and Delores Tirri and her husband Lawrence of Las Vegas. Grandmother to Heather Grove of Chicago, Dawn Young and her husband Barton, Timothy Tirri and his wife Lisa and Amanda Tirri of Las Vegas....
John Bohorecky
Mar 5, 2009
Bohorecky, John, 92, of Garfield on March 5, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Josephine Bohorecky. Brother to Rose Huzil of Yonkers, NY. Uncle to Anya Huzyl of Yonkers, NY and Maria Uzovich of Hawthorne, NY. Mr. Bohorecky was born in Romaniwka, Ukraine and came to the US in the 1950 settling in Garfield. He was a machine operator in...
Mary B. Witel
Mar 3, 2009
Witel, Mary B. (Sambataro), 86, of Clifton on March 3, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Robert Witel. Loving mother to Brenda Velehradsky of Clifton, Brian Witel of Brick, NJ and Rodney Witel of Rohnert Park, CA. Grandmother to Leca, Jaime, Kara and Vincent. Great Grandmother to Taylor Jordon and Noel. Sister to Joseph Sambataro of Glen Ridge, Helen Nicastro...
Vilma Buttazzoni
Feb 25, 2009
Buttazzoni, Vilma (Bellora), 80, of Clifton on February 25, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Glauco Buttazzoni. Loving Sister and friend of the late Regina DeBernardo. She is also survived by her loving and devoted extended family, Rachelle and Anthony Tucci and her kids Marisa, Angela, Anthony and Nicolas. Dear aunt of Joel Lange and great aunt of Gianna and...
Daniel Tomimbang
Feb 24, 2009
Tomimbang, Daniel, 87, of Paterson on February 24, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Cornelia (Evangelista) Tomimbang. Loving father to Wendell and his wife Rosalinda, Evelyn Reyes and her husband Tony and Lisa Marasigan and her husband Let. Grandfather to Christi, Dexter, Faye, Abigail, Francis, Mark, Adrian and May. Great Grandfather to Bekim, Jr. Mr. Tomimbang was born in the...
Iride "Iris" Ferraro
Feb 23, 2009
Ferraro, Iride Iris (De Pellegrin) of Paterson on February 23, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Frank Ferraro. Loving mother to Garry and his wife Beatrice of Garfield, Frank and his wife Amy of Denville, Joseph of Palm Beach, FL, Lois of Paterson and Diane of Denville. Grandmother to Christina, Brian and Jessica. Great Grandmother to Kylie. Mrs. Ferraro was...
Dennis P. Fennell
Feb 19, 2009
Fennell, Dennis. P. 67, of Clifton on February 19, 2009. Beloved brother of the late Margaret Fischer. Loving uncle to Douglas Fischer & Jimmy C. Fischer both of Clifton. Mr. Fennell was born in Passaic and lived in Clifton since 1964. He was was a dispatcher for PSE & G in Newark for 30 years. He served in the Air...
Philip Maggio
Feb 17, 2009
Maggio, Philip, 87, of Clifton on February 17, 2009. Loving brother to Anne Ribaudo of Toms River, Joseph Maggio of Richfield Park and Andrew Russ Maggio of Brick, NJ. Beloved uncle of Dr. Joseph Maggio, Stephen Pook, Krisanne Pook, Maria Maggio, James Maggio and Rosalind Ribaudo. He is also survived by many great nieces and nephews. Mr. Maggio was born...
Alexander Bodnar
Feb 6, 2009
Bodnar, Alexander, 88, of Clifton on February 6, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Magdolna Bodnar. Survived by two step-sons Andrew and Frank Karpati and their families. Mr. Bodnar was born in Passaic and lived most of his life in the Passaic-Clifton area. He was an Air Force Veteran of WWII. Services were held private by the Marrocco Memorial Chapel...
Robert A. Luciano
Feb 3, 2009
Luciano, Robert A., 76, of Clifton on February 3, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Concetta Tina (Agnello). Loving father to Robert M. Luciano and his wife Laura of Wayne and the late Lisa Morgan. Grandfather to Robert Morgan, Thomas Comer, Antonia, Kenneth and Marcus Luciano. Mr. Luciano was born in Passaic and lived in Clifton for most of his...
Nancy Dobrzelecki
Jan 29, 2009
Dobrzelecki, Nancy (Cusimano), 57 of Clifton on January 29, 2009. Beloved wife of Ronald Dobrzelecki who is stationed at Mc Guire Air Force Base with the 35th A.P.S, he is also a Technician at Picatinny Arsenal. Loving sister to Marianne Venturella. Mrs. Dobrzelecki was born in Passaic and was a lifelong resident of Clifton. She was a Sales Lady at...
Steven Ditzig
Jan 29, 2009
Ditzig, Steven, 86, of Clifton on January 29, 2009. Beloved Husband of the late Lillian (Conserva) Ditzig. Loving father to Stephen Ditzig of Brick and Dr. Ronald Ditzig of Oak Ridge. Grandfather to Stephen, Christopher, Jennifer and David. Mr. Ditzig was born in Passaic and lived in Clifton for most of his life. He was a Sanitary Health Inspector for...
Jean Costanzo
Jan 27, 2009
Costanzo, Jean (Daidone), of Morris Plains (formerly of Clifton) on January 27, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Louis Costanzo. Loving mother to the late Salvatore Costanzo. Sister to Teresa Grecco of Morris Plains, the late Adolph Duffy Daidone and the late Rose Dolinoy. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Costanzo was born in Passaic and...
Kantaben N. Desai
Jan 26, 2009
Desai, Kantaben, 84, of Clifton on January 26, 2009. Beloved wife of Nathubhai Desai. Loving mother to Minesh Desai. Sister to Bharti, Malti, Shila and Vashanti. Mrs. Desai was born in Valsad, India and came to the US settling in Clifton. Visiting will be on Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM at the Marrocco Memorial Chapel 470 Colfax Avenue Clifton....
Alfred Belfi
Jan 23, 2009
Belfi, Alfred, 83, of Clifton on January 23. 2009. Beloved husband of the late Aurora (De Bartoli) Belfi. Loving father to Roger Belfi & his wife Diane of Clifton, Glenn Belfi of Saddle Brook & Dennis Belfi & Liz of Clifton. Brother to Virginia Nochta of Garfield. Devoted Grandfather to Jessie, William, Joseph & Brianna .Great Grandfather to Vanessa Mr....
Frank George
Jan 20, 2009
George, Frank, 50, of Passaic on January 20, 2009. Beloved father of Frank George III of Woodland Park, Step father to Jennifer Phillips & Glen Phillips. Grandfather to Elias, Ronnie, Jayden, Samantha & Jonnie Ann. Ex husband of Patricia Kelly. Brother to Manyi & the late Paul Gligoriz. Mr. George was born in Kanjiza, Yugoslavia and came to the US...
Greta Bermeo
Jan 18, 2009
Bermeo, Greta, 62 of Passaic on January 18, 2009. Beloved mother of Jessica Di Matteo of Roselle, NJ, Evelyn Qui ones of Belleville, NJ and the late Lizette Miller. Sister to Mary, Lourdes, Yolanda, Louis and Pepe Bermeo. Ms. Bermeo was born in Maridue a Guayas, Ecuador and came to the US in 1971 settling in Manhattan, NY before moving...
Ida Fazio
Jan 18, 2009
Fazio, Ida (Quadara), 96 of Wall Township on January 18, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Sam Fazio. Loving mother to Dominic Fazio of Asbury Park and Rosalie Lowy and her husband Steven of Birmingham, Alabama. Sister to the late Richard Quadara, Joseph Quadara, Louise Chimento, Lucille Quadara, Carmela Lombardi and Mary Natoli. Grandmother to Lisa Bruno, Dina and Michael...
Michael Shortino
Jan 16, 2009
Shortino, Michael, 60 of Passaic on January 16, 2009. Loving companion of Elizabeth Agnello. Brother to Mary Jorgensen of Effort, PA and John Legath of Clifton. Uncle to Gina and Dominic Jorgensen and Matthew Legath. Mr. Shortino was a lifelong resident of Passaic. Private Cremation from Powell-Marrocco Funeral Home 470 Colfax Avenue Clifton. PDF Printable Version
Elona Campoli
Jan 12, 2009
Campoli, Elona (Atok), 43 of Clifton on January 12, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Angelo Campoli. Loving daughter of Dominador Atok and Fe Feraniel of Bislig, Philippines. Sister toYove Atok, Dominador Atok Jr., Yirgie Atok Osano, Lelicia Atok Golosino of the Philippines and Leonardo Atok of San Jose, California. Mrs. Campoli was born in Bayawan, Philippines and lived in...
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