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.
Ruth Jenkusky
Apr 12, 2023
The Ruth Jenkusky, 92, of Clifton passed away on April 12, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Andrew Jenkusky. Dear mother of Drew Jenkusky & Debbie & her husband Ed Beagan, all of Clifton. Sister to John Fisher of Paramus. Mrs. Jenkusky was born in Paterson before moving to Clifton in 1957. She worked for 35 years as a legal...
Christopher M. Flamer
Apr 11, 2023
Flamer, Christopher M., 47 of Jersey City, passed away on April 11, 2023. Son to Frank Flamer and the late Fortunada Toledo. Brother to Julieann Torres & her husband Daniel, Jazmin Laporte and Jessenia Laporte. Uncle to Derek, Giovanni, Ashton, Brianna, Elias, Jacob, Caleb, Jazlene, Jada, Mia and Janelle. Christopher was born in Wayne, he grew up in Paterson and...
Ann Chipolone
Apr 10, 2023
Ann Marinaro Chipolone, of Clifton, passed away on April 10, 2023 at the age of 92. Ann is reunited with her beloved parents, Rosario and Angela, her son, Earl, her brothers, John, Philip, Dominick, and Anthony, and her sister Sadie. She is survived by a daughter, as well as her nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ann was born in Passaic in...
Rita Chopoorian
Apr 9, 2023
Henrietta “Rita” Chopoorian, 85, passed away April 9 at Saint Clare’s Hospital in Dover, N.J. It’s fitting that Rita left this life on Easter Sunday, one of her favorite holidays. Along with being a devout Catholic (who would search out local churches for Sunday Masses during vacations), Rita was a fabulous hostess, inviting family and friends for gourmet meals on...
Margaret Mary Calligaro
Mar 31, 2023
Calligaro, Margaret Mary (Cooper), 86 of Annapolis, MD formerly of Little Falls, NJ, passed away on March 31, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Daniel Calligaro Jr. Loving mother of Daniel Calligaro of Bridgewater, David Calligaro of Indianapolis, Ind., Thomas Calligaro of Fairfax, VA, Philip Cooper of Annapolis, MD, Maggi Kaeser of Weston, CT and the late Peter Cooper. She...
Andrew Jenkusky
Mar 17, 2023
Jenkusky, Andrew, 90 of Clifton, passed away on March 17, 2023. Beloved husband of Ruth (Fisher) Jenkusky. Loving father to Drew Jenkusky and Debbie Beagan & her husband Ed. Andrew was born in Jersey City and lived in Clifton since 1957. He was a salesman for AT&T in New York City for 45 years, after that, he worked at A1...
Ruth Larsen
Mar 10, 2023
Ruth Larsen, of St. Croix USVI, passed away on March 10, 2023 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Wagner Larsen Jr. Loving mother of Edgard Rivera and his wife Sandy and Wagner Larsen III. Devoted grandmother of Edgar Mikel Rivera and his wife Walsy, Tyler Rivera, Brianna Rivera, Kiana Larsen, and Hailey Tiffany Larsen. Cherished great...
Christopher Michael Padula
Mar 3, 2023
Padula, Christopher Michael, 40 of Fort Myers, FL formerly of Waldwick, NJ passed away on March 3, 2023. Beloved son to Roberto and Linda (Burhans) Padula and brother to Rob and his wife Elise and loving fiancé, Yoli Murillo. Christopher was born and raised in Waldwick, NJ he lived in Fort Myers, FL for the past three months. He owned...
Donald John Murray
Feb 25, 2023
Murray, Donald John, of Clifton, passed away on February 25, 2023 at the age of 87. Loving husband to the late Colleen Jesse Murray. Beloved father to Donald and Danny Murray. Devoted grandfather to Ciro Murray. Donald is predeceased by his parents, Leo and Mae, as well as five brothers, Leo, Richard, Vincent, Jack, and Louis. Donald was a member...
John James Madden
Feb 24, 2023
After a courageous battle with cancer, our family regrets to announce the loss of beloved father figure, John James Madden. John, 81, was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey, and worked as a longshoreman for the I.L.A. in Elizabeth, New Jersey for thirty-five years. His fifty-two years of marriage to the late Marilyn Madden (1944-2021), their late daughter...
Erend Monsignor Julian Bennett Varettoni
Feb 23, 2023
Reverend Monsignor Julian Bennett Varettoni, pastor emeritus of Sacred Heart Parish in Clifton, entered eternal life on February 23rd, 2023; he was 92. Msgr. Varettoni was born in Passaic, New Jersey, on February 24th, 1930 to Julian and Rachel (Mairani) Varettoni. He was christened Julian Bennett, and was eventually joined by two brothers, Robert and Leroy. At this time the...
Julia Soroko
Feb 14, 2023
Soroko, Julia, of Clifton, passed away on February 14, 2023 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Soroko. Loving mother of Theresa, Samuel, and Thomas. Cherished grandmother of Jaclyn, Michael, Nicole, Briana, David, and Thomas. Adored great grandmother of Samantha, Fitzwilliam, Colette, Talia and Gia. Julia is reunited with her beloved parents, Simeon and Anna, along...
Frank A. Cupo
Feb 13, 2023
Frank A. Cupo, 80 of Toms River, passed away on February 13, 2023. Beloved husband of Theresa (Spirito) Cupo. Loving father of Sherry Mudrick and her husband Matthew, and Mark Lasky & his wife Heather. Devoted grandfather to Lauren, Amanda, Brandon, Ryan and Mia. Dear brother to James, Dennis, Robert & his wife Olga. He is also survived by many...
Rosalie Messina
Feb 13, 2023
Messina, Rosalie, 96 of Clifton, passed away on February 13, 2023. Daughter of the late Joseph and Rosalia Seminara. Beloved wife of the late Dominick R. Messina. Loving mother to Joseph, Richard & his wife Ana, John, the late Michael & his wife Maria. Devoted grandmother to Matthew (Agnes), Katie O’Brien (Marty), Maggie Warchalowsky (Matt), John, Michael, Steven, Richie and...
Frank Delmo
Feb 11, 2023
Frank Delmo age 79, of Wanaque, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2023. Born in Dover, lived in Paterson and Wayne, the last 11 years in Wanaque Reserve. He was a personal driver for David Sanzari for 20 years. He was a member of the Amici Club of Wanaque Reserve. He is survived by his wife the former Rae Lupone,...
Lydia Hartford
Feb 6, 2023
Lydia Marsch Hartford, 64, of Riverdale passed away peacefully on February 6, 2023 after a courageous battle with Cancer. Beloved wife of Glenn Hartford. Predeceased by her father, Theodor Marsch. Devoted daughter of Mary (Klym) Marsch. Loving sister to Helen Marsch, Maryann Marsch-Hoydysh & her husband Walter. Missed by her beloved pets, Sasha, Boris, Nina and Maks. She is also...
Peter Panayoti
Jan 27, 2023
Panayoti, Peter, of Clifton, passed away on January 27, 2023 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Denise Panayoti (Condaras). Loving father of Gregory Panayoti and his wife Gabriela, and Valerie Panayoti Raymonds and her husband John. Devoted grandfather of Joseph, Matthew, and Vincent Peter. Cherished brother of Sophie Saltamanikas. Peter is reunited with his parents, Gregory and Helen,...
Stuart Palfreyman
Jan 20, 2023
Stuart Palfreyman, 78, of Clifton, passed away surrounded by his loving family on January 20, 2023. Beloved husband of JoAnne (Conserva) for 56 years. Loving father to Scott and his wife Lori, and LeighAnn Kwiecinski and her husband George. Cherished grandfather of Grace and Ava Palfreyman, and Emily, Joseph, and Allison Kwiecinski. Loving brother to Kevin Palfreyman and his wife...
Keith G Mcgill
Jan 14, 2023
Keith George McGill of Mahwah passed away on January 14, 2023. Keith was born in The Bronx, NY on February 27th 1990 to Keith J. McGill and Gina(Rick Houck) beloved brother to Michelle(Deric Chase) and Donna(Chris Finley) and cherished uncle to Jacob, David and Logan. Keith is also survived by his many aunts, uncles and cousins. Service will be held...
Virgilio Santoro
Jan 3, 2023
Santoro, Virgilio, of Clifton passed away on January 3, 2023 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of Ermelinda “Linda”. Loving father of Dina and her partner Matteo, and Joseph and his wife Barbara. Cherished grandfather of Marina and Matthew. Virgilio is reunited in rest with his parents, Giuseppe and Blanda. He is the last of seven sons, being predeceased...
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