Robert D. Thurston
Oct 20, 2021
Robert (Bob) Thurston, science fiction writer known for short stories and novels (including for science fiction franchises Battlestar Galactica and BattleTech), died on October 20, 2021. Born in Lockport, NY, he was the son of the late Donald and Ruth Thurston. He was a devoted and loving husband of Rosemary Thurston (née Fox) for 40 years, and a loving...
John Craig Nissen
Oct 18, 2021
Nissen, John Craig, 68, of Ridgefield Park, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021 surrounded by his loving wife and children. Born in Wisconsin, John moved with his family to Bogota where he excelled in athletics and was inducted into the Bogota Athletic Hall of Fame. However, he always remained a lifelong, self-proclaimed “cheese head” and loyal Green Bay...
Fanny Nicholson
Oct 13, 2021
Fanny Nicholson, age 87, died peacefully on October 13, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Fanny grew up and lived in Jersey City. She worked at Western Electric and at various companies in Jersey City where she was a professional bookkeeper. She loved to tap dance and took many lessons to enhance her dance skills. She was quick-minded and...
Patricia Ruth Miller
Oct 10, 2021
Surrounded by the love of her family that was her entire universe, Patricia Ruth Miller (nee McClain) passed away on Sunday morning, October 10, 2021, at age 74. A resident of Ridgefield Park for three decades and born-and-bred native of Jersey City before that, Pat leaves behind memories of compassion, strength, sacrifice and unbelievable Christmases. In her daily life,...
John Daniel Flowers, Jr.
Oct 10, 2021
Flowers, John Daniel of Little Ferry, age 83 passed away on October 10, 2021. He retired as a parts supply manager from Prevost Car in Lyndhurst where he worked for 26 years. He was a member of the Ridgefield Park Elks Lodge #1506 and served as an Exalted Ruler 1990-1991 and was a member of American Legion Post 310...
Richard J. Burke
Oct 5, 2021
Richard J. Burke, of Toms River, formerly of Ridgefield Park, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 at the age of 65 years. Prior to retiring Richard spent much of his life serving the communities on Teaneck and Ridgefield Park as a Firefighter with Hose #4. Relief associate for Teaneck and Ridgefield Park. Devoted husband of Lori Judith...
Adele T. Leo
Oct 2, 2021
Adele T. Leo (87) Little Ferry resident for 59 years, passed away October 2, 2021. Adele is now with her Beloved husband, the late Rudy Leo (1988). Loving mother to Carol Schlosser and her husband the late Frank Schlosser; Marie Jeffers and her husband Walter; Michael Leo and his wife Carol. Adoring grandmother to Megan Narciso and her husband...
John Martin Avery
Oct 1, 2021
John Martin Avery went peacefully home to his Lord and Creator on Friday, October 1, 2021. Born on January 25, 1958, “Johnny” (as he was called by family and childhood friends) was the seventh child and fifth son, of ten, raised by Walter and Patricia (née Burke) Avery. He joins his parents in eternal rest, along with his eldest...
Johanna "Jo" Maio
Sep 30, 2021
Johanna "Jo" (nee Neuschwanter) Maio, longtime resident of Ridgefield Park, passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at the age of 81 years. Kind and compassionate, Johanna would always help anyone in need. Her favorite moments were spent traveling and family vacations at Wildwood Crest. Prior to retiring Johanna worked as a bookkeeper for Seam Craft in Hoboken. Member...
Dolores L. Della Fave
Sep 28, 2021
Dolores L. (nee Varni) Della Fave, of Wanaque, formerly of Ridgefield Park, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at the age of 87 years. Prior to retiring Dolores worked as a secretary for Lilliam M. Steen Elementary School in Bogota. President of the Mother’s Guild. Troop Leader of the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Baker for St. Francis...
Catherine L. Quercia
Sep 26, 2021
Caterina L. (nee Miglioresi) Quercia, age 99, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, September 26, 2021 at her Hodgdon Green residence in Damariscotta, Maine. December would have been her 100th birthday. Her parents, Giuseppi and Maria, were from Italy and settled in New Jersey where Catherine and her four younger sisters were born and raised. Besides English,...
Richard H. Orth
Sep 22, 2021
Richard H. Orth of Ridgefield Park, NJ died peacefully on September 22, 2021 just 3 days shy of his 90th birthday. Richard was born in Weehawken, NJ and grew up in North Bergen. He proudly served his country in the US Air Force stationed in Guam during the Korean War. When he returned from his service, he met and...
Richard Daniel Dillon
Sep 21, 2021
Richard Daniel Dillion, of Ridgefield Park, passed away on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at the age of 80 years. Prior to retiring Richard worked as a chief x-ray technician at the Bronx Lebanon Hospital for 44 years. Member of the Ridgefield Park Elks Lodge 1506. Devoted husband of Nilda (Cosme) Dillon. Beloved father of Richard Dillon and his wife...
Matthew John Denesco
Sep 16, 2021
Matthew John DeNesco, 54, passed away on Thursday, September 16, 2021 in Holy Name Hospital. He was born on September 27, 1966 in Weehawken New Jersey. His parents are Jean and Anthony DeNesco of Manahawkin New Jersey. He was a graduate of Bogota High school class of 1984. He had been a cement truck driver for Eastern Concrete in...
Gary Brown
Sep 13, 2021
Gary Brown, of Byram Township, formerly of Ridgefield Park, passed away on Monday, September 13, 2021 at the age of 68 years. Gary was born in Hackensack and spent much of his life growing up in northern New Jersey. Gary was a selfless person who cared more for others than himself. A self-employed electrician who donated much of his...
Jean Pitaccio
Sep 12, 2021
Jean (nee Zirpola) Pitaccio, of Little Ferry, passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at the age of 95 years. Prior to retirement Jean worked as an administrator in the credit department of Sears in Hackensack. Jean was an avid reader of novels and enjoyed sewing. She also loved preparing family meals and baking and spending time with family...
Edward Thomas Ballard
Sep 11, 2021
Edward Thomas Ballard, of Ridgefield Park, passed away on Saturday, September 11, 2021 at the age of 83 years. United States Marine Corp. Veteran from 1957 through 1962. Eddie worked for the Village of Ridgefield Park as a Code Enforcement Officer. A member of the Atlantic Highlands Municipal Marina for 20 years. Boating was a way of life for...
Linda Mann
Sep 3, 2021
Linda (nee Demarest) Mann, longtime resident of Little Ferry, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 3, 2021 at the age of 55 years. Linda worked many different jobs throughout her life, some of them included secretarial positions and the Safe House rehabilitation center in Paramus before becoming a caregiver to her family. Devoted daughter of Michaelynn (nee Grieco) and...
Francis E. Architetto
Aug 26, 2021
Architetto, Francis E. age 74 of Ridgefield Park formerly of Staten Island and Brooklyn, NY passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021. He was a self employed real estate appraiser, formerly he worked for Merrill Lynch and Prudential as a Vice President and also worked for Wonica Real Estate as an appraiser. Beloved husband to Margaret (nee Ryan). Devoted...
Kristeen Louise Spillane
Aug 25, 2021
Kristeen Louise (nee Kuiken) Spillane, of Little Ferry, passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at the age of 73 years. Prior to retiring Kristeen worked as a keypunch operator for Perry Ellis in Secaucus. Member of the Little Ferry and South Hackensack Seniors Clubs. Cherished daughter of the late Amelia (nee Ekonome) and Louis Kuiken. Beloved mother of...