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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.

Robert Carl Talmo Sr.

Robert Carl Talmo Sr.

May 29, 2023

Age 87 years

Formerly of Closter, NJ and Las Vegas, NV

Devoted husband of Sylvia (nee Nolan) for 64 years.  Loving father of Joseph (Ginny), Robert Jr, Stephen (Susan), Christopher, Wayne (Michele Canning) and Warren.  Loving brother of Judith Talmo.  Adored grandfather of Kristen Lucia (Cory), Elizabeth Talmo (Albert Brown), Katharine Talmo, Jessica Figueroa (Nicholas),...

Paul Andrew Stampa

Paul Andrew Stampa

May 25, 2023

Formerly of Closter, NJ and River Edge, NJ -age 66 passed away on May 25th, 2023.  Paul is predeceased by his parents Lynn & Fred Stampa of Cliffside Park, and sister Priscilla Stampa & brother-in-law, Michael Brown of Westport, CT.  He is survived by his sisters; Maura of Northampton MA, and Victoria of NYC, his two nephews; Max Stampa-Brown...

Richard Iervolino

Richard Iervolino

May 24, 2023

Richard Iervolino of Suffern, 61, died peacefully on May 24th at his home.

Born in Brooklyn in 1962, he moved to Blauvelt as a child and graduated from Manhattan College in 1984 with a double major in business and computer science.

After retiring from the securities and shipping industries, he became a professional driver, currently...

Richard B. Galvin

Richard B. Galvin

May 23, 2023

Richard B. Galvin, known as the 'Pool Guy,' passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness on May 23, 2023. He was 71 and lived in Congers for 27 years.

Rick is survived by his wife, Joanne nèe Leote; his children, John, Jennifer, Mary Owen (Gary), Elizabeth and Richard; his grandchildren, Scarlett (Ken), Dalton (Janice), Ryan,...

Theresa Gaglio

Theresa Gaglio

May 11, 2023

After a long life filled with family and food, Theresa Gaglio passed away on May 11, 2023. Theresa was born in Manhattan on September 13, 1922, daughter of George Kish. There she met her husband, Vito, and together they raised three children, Mary, Theresa and Fred in New York City. A marvelous cook on a grand scale, Theresa made...

Barbara Kinkel

Barbara Kinkel

May 11, 2023

Barbara Kinkel, 80, a resident of Pearl River, NY, passed away on May 11th, 2023 with her family at her side. She was born on October 04, 1942 to Andrew and Jane Kuneac in the Bronx. Barbara loved her life in Rockland County and was a member of the Orangeburg Seniors and a parishioner of St. Catharine's Church in...

Kathleen M Catone

Kathleen M Catone

May 8, 2023

Kathleen M. Catone, age 60, of Closter passed away May 8, 2023. Devoted wife of John Catone. Loving mother to Rachel and Julia. Beloved sister to Patricia Rafferty, Mary Freeth, Bobby Rafferty, Michael Rafferty, and Timmy Rafferty. Kathleen was employed at The Dog Spa in Norwood, NJ. Funeral Arrangements are private. In Loving memory of Kathleen donations can be...

Peter Tsahalis

Peter Tsahalis

Apr 25, 2023

Panagiotis (Peter) Tsahalis passed away peacefully at his home in Brooklyn, NY, surrounded by those he loved, and in his favorite chair on April 25, 2023 at the age of 94. Peter was a loving husband to Efstathia (Ester) Tsahalis, a loving father to his daughter Pauline Tampakis and her husband John, father to his daughter Nicki Katsihtis and...

Catherine ' Kay ' Linehan

Catherine ' Kay ' Linehan

Apr 24, 2023

Catherine F. Linehan, 79, of Orangeburg passed away peacefully on Monday, April 24, 2023. Devoted mother of Kate, Pat (Tara), Dan (Lisa) and Jerry (Cathy). Proud and loving grandmother to Danny, Grace, Kellie, Patrick, Tommy, Joseph, Brigid and Ellie.

Catherine was born and raised in Brooklyn. She moved with her beloved husband Pat, who predeceased her in...

Constantine 'Gus' Alatsas

Constantine 'Gus' Alatsas

Apr 24, 2023

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Ann A. Melia

Ann A. Melia

Apr 14, 2023

Ann A. Melia passed away on April 14, 2023 at the age of 95. She was born in Piermont, NY to John and Mary Cardascia DeLorenzo on October 1, 1927.

The second youngest of 13 children, Ann was a first generation Italian American. She was determined to succeed as the only sibling to graduate from high school...

Marie Deremeik

Marie Deremeik

Apr 12, 2023

Marie Deremeik entered eternal life on April 12, 2023.

Marie was born to Benjamin and Mary (Lynch) Goss in Brooklyn, NY, on June 1, 1930.

Marie married the love of her life on September 15, 1951. Marie and Tom started married life in Brooklyn, NY and in 1967 relocated to Blauvelt, NY with their family....

Emmet P. Nevin Sr.

Emmet P. Nevin Sr.

Apr 11, 2023

Emmet P. Nevin Sr., died April 11th after a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving family and devoted nurse Leonora Keanneally, throughout the day. Father of Msgr. Emmet R. Nevin pastor of St. Aedan Church, Pearl River. He was 96. Emmet was born in Yonkers on September 15, 1926 to Emmet T. and Florence (Engel) Nevin. He...

Ellen Mcauley

Ellen Mcauley

Apr 9, 2023

Ellen McAuley of Tappan entered into Eternal Life at the age of 100 on Easter Sunday, April 9th, 2023, accompanied by the love, prayers, and gratitude of her son and daughter after a courageous battle with stomach cancer.

Ellen was born on September 5, 1922, in Crossmolina, County Mayo, Ireland, to John and Mary Granahan. She was...

Ruben Rivera

Ruben Rivera

Apr 8, 2023

Ruben Rivera, aged 52, of Orangeburg, NY passed away on April 8, 2023. Ruben was born on July 7, 1970 in the Bronx, NY to Ruben and Nereida Rivera.

Ruben met the love of his life, Ida, when he attended Fordham Preparatory High School. He attended college at SUNY Albany. Ruben joined the NYPD in 1992 to...

James T. Cody

James T. Cody

Mar 29, 2023

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of James T. Cody, 37, of Tappan, NY. James passed away on March 29, 2023, due to injuries he sustained from a prior car accident. He is predeceased by his grandfather (Salvatore Caiola) and grandparents (James and Kathleen Cody). He is survived by his parents (James and Diane Cody), grandmother...

Kathleen Knorowski

Kathleen Knorowski

Mar 21, 2023

Knorowski, Kathleen (née) Whelan of Piermont and Blauvelt passed away on March 21, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. Kathleen was born in the Highbridge section of the Bronx on June 17, 1952. She attended grammar school & high school in the Bronx. Kathleen moved to Blauvelt with her family in 1969.  She was a graduate of Englewood Cliffs...

Joyce Maguire

Joyce Maguire

Mar 20, 2023

Joyce Maguire of Middletown, New York passed away peacefully on March 20, 2023. Joyce was born in Brooklyn, New York and is survived by her Loving brother John Ludwig and predeceased by her sister Judy. Joyce is survived by her daughter Cheryl and her husband Michael; her granddaughter Danielle; and her three great grandchildren Shelby, Michelle and Anthony. Joyce...

Patrick Joseph Haughey

Patrick Joseph Haughey

Mar 19, 2023

Patrick Joseph Haughey, 56, a lifelong resident of Blauvelt, NY, passed away peacefully on March 19th, 2023 with his family and friends at his side. He was born on January 3, 1967. In 1985, he graduated Tappan Zee High School and went on to graduate from SUNY Farmingdale with an automotive service degree. Patrick was a well-known and respected...

Karen Jahnes

Karen Jahnes

Mar 19, 2023

Karen Jahnes, 56, of East Meredith, NY and formerly of Blauvelt, NY, passed away on Sunday, March 19 at home.

Karen was born on October 27, 1966 at Nyack Hospital, the youngest daughter of Richard and Mary (Mahoney) MacFadden. She was a 1984 graduate of Tappan Zee High School and was a dedicated and beloved employee of...

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