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Recent obituaries in Closter, New Jersey & Tappan, New York .

The obituaries in the Rockland County, NY & Tappan, 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 Rockland County, NY & Tappan, NJ history and identity.

Richard Robert Keiser

Richard Robert Keiser

May 13, 2026

Richard Robert Keiser, 76, of Roscoe, New York, passed away on May 13, 2026. Richard was born August 30, 1949 in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Ellsworth Keiser and Anna Miraglia. Richard graduated from Tappan Zee High School in 1967, then went on to Rockland Community College. Richard joined the Army, 101st Airborne, and served in the Vietnam War until...

Patricia Ann Savary (O'Neill)

Patricia Ann Savary (O'Neill)

Dec 9, 2025

August 2, 1942 - December 9, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for her life that we announce the passing of Patricia Ann Savary (O'Neill), who departed this world peacefully on December 9, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by her loving family at her home. Born on August 2, 1942, in Englewood, NJ, Patricia was a...

John Ferri

John Ferri

Apr 28, 2026

Beloved husband of Denise and devoted father to John, Jr., John Ferri, Sr. went home to the Lord after a long and courageous battle with multiple sclerosis. Despite the daily challenges he faced, John was rarely seen without a smile. He embodied an easygoing spirit and showed those around him that joy is a choice.

John shared 46½ wonderful years of...

Helen Ann Zebro

Helen Ann Zebro

Apr 26, 2026

Helen Ann Zebro, 80, of Closter, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, April 26, 2026 — a bright and beautiful New Jersey spring day, befitting a woman whose faith and warmth touched all who knew her. She passed gently and without suffering, at peace, and in the presence of those she loved...

Gloria J. Glidden

Gloria J. Glidden

Mar 10, 2026

Gloria J. Glidden

May 6, 1946 – March 10, 2026

Gloria J. (Johnson) Glidden passed away at Nyack Hospital on March 10, 2026 at the age of 79. She was born on May 6, 1946 at Nyack Hospital to the late Charles Whitney and Ruth (Foley) Johnson.

She lived in Blauvelt during her childhood, having graduated from Tappan Zee High School in 1964....

H. Warren Berry

H. Warren Berry

Apr 28, 2026

(Henry) Warren Berry, 99, a 65-year resident of Tappan passed away on April 28, 2026 surrounded by his beloved family. He was two weeks short of his 100th birthday.

Warren was born on May 12, 1926 and raised in Brooklyn, New York. At age 18 he enlisted in the Army Air Forces where he served in Europe during WWII as a...

John Gregory Nolan

John Gregory Nolan

Apr 7, 2026

John G. 'Jack' Nolan, 95, passed away at his home in Piermont, New York. He is survived by his son, Gregory of Las Vegas, NV, his daughter, Catherine Caminiti of Piermont, and his other sons, John T. of Los Angeles, CA and Michael of Ocean City, NJ. Jack is also survived by his grandchildren Michael, Matthew, Alexandra and Cindy as...

Linda L Runge

Linda L Runge

Apr 6, 2026

Linda Lee Runge passed away peacefully surrounded by her daughters Dawn and Shannon.



Linda was predeceased by her parents, Helen M. Moritz & Wilbur A. Runge and her daughter Kelly. L. Murphy; her sister Deborah L. Bodrato and brother Thomas Runge.



She is survived by her eldest daughter, Dawn Murphy-Knipe (John), and Shannon Murphy-Bastidas. (Kenny); her grandchildren; Sarah, Marissa, Alexander, Aidan, Mariah,...

Mary Ann Kendall

Mary Ann Kendall

Apr 5, 2026

MaryAnn Kendall (McManus), born in Orangeburg, NY to Matthew McManus and Helen McManus, passed away on April 5, 2026 at the age of 87. Mrs. Kendall was a lifelong resident of Orangeburg, NY and a parishioner of St. Catharine’s Roman Catholic Church in Blauvelt, NY. A devoted mother and homemaker, she was known for her love of family, her passion...

Patricia Ann Cooke

Patricia Ann Cooke

Apr 3, 2026

Patricia ‘Pat’ Ann Cooke entered into her eternal rest on April 3, 2026  at the age of 92. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother as well as a friend to all who knew her. She is survived by her five devoted daughters and sons-in-law, Maureen and Kevin Morrison of Orangeburg, NY, Mary Jane and...

Alfonse M. Marchese Jr.

Alfonse M. Marchese Jr.

Apr 1, 2026

Alfonse M. Marchese Jr., age 87, passed away on April 1, 2026. He was born on March 31, 1939 in the Bronx, NY to Rose and Alfonse Marchese. He is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years Joan MArchese, his children Rose (predeceased) Gregg and Terri, their spouses and his beloved grandchildren Joshua, Sofia, Logan, and Ava.

He was a...

Marjorie Jamison Douglas

Marjorie Jamison Douglas

Mar 31, 2026

Marjorie Leigh Jamison Douglas was born on September 11, 1926, to Robert and Marjorie Carr Jamison. She died on March 31, 2026, at the age of 99. She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and lived there until her marriage. She graduated from Laurel School in Cleveland, going on to Smith College where she graduated in 1948 with a degree in...

Antonia ( Toni ) Ty-Semar

Antonia ( Toni ) Ty-Semar

Mar 24, 2026

Antonia Ty-Semar (Toni), born in the Philippines, daughter of James and Maria Ty, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and love that touched all who knew her.

Antonia was predeceased by her beloved husband, Martin, whose partnership and love were a cornerstone of her life. Together, they shared...

Caroline M. Ferraro

Caroline M. Ferraro

Mar 21, 2026

In Loving Memory of Caroline who passed away on March 21,2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother. She was loved and cherished by her family.

Caroline was born October 12, 1924 in New York City. She lived a truly humble life. Throughout her life she touched everyone with her kindness and...

Nancy Jane Delaney Nawoichyk

Nancy Jane Delaney Nawoichyk

Mar 15, 2026

Nancy Jane Delaney Nawoichyk, BS, RN, of Pearl River, NY passed surrounded by her family on March 15, 2026. Born August 10, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY to Douglas and Marjorie Delaney. Growing up in Brooklyn she attended Fort Hamilton High School Class of 1958, and graduated from Lutheran Medical Center School of Nursing in 1961. Nancy joined the family nursing...

Veronica 'Joy' Dukes

Veronica 'Joy' Dukes

Mar 15, 2026

Veronica “Joy” Ahearn Dukes, a longtime resident of the tristate area, died on March 15. She was 82.She succumbed to the after-effects of a stroke she suffered in 2024.Born in Port Chester, New York, Joy as she was affectionately known, spent 47 years there before relocating to Tappan, New York, where she resided for 33 years. Most recently, she had...

David Charles Braunstein

David Charles Braunstein

Mar 10, 2026

David Braunstein, of West Nyack, NY, passed away suddenly on March 10, 2026. He was born on November 19, 1945, in the Bronx, NY. And all who knew him—whether friend, colleague or acquaintance—would smile before agreeing that David was Larger Than Life.

It is those smiles in which the legacy of David Braunstein is written. They recall moments of passion—emotional explosions,...

Catherine 'Kitty' Capetanakis

Catherine 'Kitty' Capetanakis

Mar 4, 2026

Catherine "Kitty" Capetanakis (née Boucouvalas), a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2026, in Orangeburg, New York. She was 96 years old.

Born on November 29, 1929, in Washington, DC, and raised in Philadelphia, Catherine was the cherished eldest daughter of Telemachos (Mike) and Mary (née Galanos) Boucouvalas, who emigrated from the...

Frederick J. Booth

Frederick J. Booth

Mar 1, 2026

Frederick J. Booth, Ph.D., formerly of Harrington Park, died on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at his home in New Brunswick. He was 75.

Fred was born in the Bronx on July 26, 1950, the older child of Marion Pearce and Arthur Booth. He was graduated from Northern Valley Regional High School-Old Tappan and from Rutgers University, where he earned his doctoral...

Rosalie Ann Miller

Rosalie Ann Miller

Feb 19, 2026

Rosalie Ann Perini Miller, a longtime resident of Blauvelt, New York, died in Glen Allen, Virginia on February 19, 2026 at the age of 97. She was born in 1928 in Garnerville, New York to Mary A. Campoli and Paul J. Perini. She was raised in West Haverstraw and Orangeburg, New York and attended West Haverstraw High School. She received...

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