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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.
Walter Kinkel
Mar 16, 2023
Walter Kinkel, 86, a resident of Pearl River, NY, passed away on March 16th, 2023. He was born on January 22, 1937 to Casimir and Anastasia Kinkel at St. Catherine's Hospital in Brooklyn. Walter graduated from Brooklyn Automotive and served in the Naval Reserves from 1954-62. Walter loved his life in Rockland County and was a member of the...
Moira Reilly
Mar 11, 2023
With a heavy heart, The Reilly Family announces the passing of our family matriarch, Mary "Moira"  (nee McHugh) Reilly of Blauvelt, NY. Moira was born on March 12, 1940 and passed on March 11, 2023, one day shy of her 83rd birthday. Moira is survived by her husband, Matthias Reilly, her four daughters, Carmel (John), Erin (Donald), Fiona (Martin) and...
Elbanice Maria Pereira Holme
Mar 11, 2023
------------------------------------------- Small and tan and young and lovely The girl from Recife goes walking When she walks she's like a samba That swings so cool and sways so gentle Oh, but I watch her so sadly How can I tell her I love her Yes, I would give my heart gladly -------------------------------------------
Born in Recife, Brazil, on April 4,...
Richard Ryan
Mar 10, 2023
Richard Ryan, 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday, March10, 2023. Richie, a resident of Tappan, NY, was born in the Bronx on August 2, 1938 to Michael and Jeanette Ryan. He served in the US Army Reserves. He retired from the MTA. Richie was a member of the Tappan Senior Club and Our Lady...
Anita B Giamas
Mar 8, 2023
Resident of Old Tappan, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Anthony J. Sr. Survived by daughter, Helen and three grandchildren, Danielle, Christopher, and Jackie. Visitation on Sunday March 12; 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass Monday 10 AM at Church of St. Mary in Closter. Burial To follow at Rockland Cemetery Sparkill, NJ....
Robert Emmett Daly
Mar 8, 2023
Robert Emmett Daly (Bob), beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend passed away on March 8, 2023. Bob was a loving and kind person who enjoyed being with his family.
Bob was born to Emmett and Mary (nee Franek) on June 1,1940 in New York, NY and raised with his three siblings in the Bronx,...Patricia E. Milani
Mar 6, 2023
Patricia Elizabeth Milani, longtime resident of Tappan, NY, passed away on March 6th, 2023 at age 70 after a five and a half year battle with breast cancer She was born on November 5th, 1952 in New York City to Betty and William Sullivan. Patricia and her husband, Bruno moved to Tappan in 1981, where they created a beautiful...
John K. Morrissey
Mar 5, 2023
John Kennedy Morrissey, 59, of Tappan, New York, passed away suddenly while on a ski weekend with his beloved family on Sunday, March 5, 2023. He was surrounded by his girls, his friends, fresh snow, and a blessed life.
John was born in Queens, New York to Elaine and Thomas Morrissey on December 2, 1963. Only days...
Patricia Marie Quirk
Feb 17, 2023
Patricia Marie Quirk, a resident of Orangeburg for over 50 years, and later of Armonk, NY, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. Pat was born in New York, NY on August 7, 1931. She graduated from the School of Industrial Art in Manhattan in 1949. She met her husband of 58 years, Raymond George Quirk, while working at...
Olive Elaine Green
Feb 11, 2023
Service at the Funeral Home Tuesday February 14th 10 AM. Burial to follow 11:30 AM at Maple Grove Park Cemetery Hackensack, NJ.
Grant W. Keast
Feb 9, 2023
73, of Closter, New Jersey, born and raised in Wichita, Kansas, passed away on February 9 th , 2023 due to complications resulting from cancer. Grant is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl, and his beloved son, Edward (Ted) Keast, also of Closter; his loving sister, Nancy Priest (Nelson) of Denver, Colorado; his brother-in-law Greg...
Edna Janssens
Feb 4, 2023
Edna J. Jansens lived 101 years as a wonderful daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and aunt who enjoyed spending time with her extended family, dancing, traveling, taking care of her flowers, and doing her crossword puzzles.
Born in Trieste (which is now Italy), she immigrated with her parents to Clason Point (Bronx), New York when she was three...
Mary Ellen Oliva
Feb 1, 2023
Mary Ellen Oliva, 85, from Sparkill, NY sadly left us on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. She is survived by her two sons, Jay Oliva and wife Tina of Sparkill; Edward Oliva and wife Christine of Manorville, NY along with her five grandchildren – Caelinn, Declan, Julia, Justin and Ava. A Funeral Mass will be held in her...
Katherine 'Kathy' T. Alexandrou
Feb 1, 2023
Katherine 'Kathy' T. Alexandrou, of Fort Lee, NJ, passed away on February 1, 2023.
Please see funeral information below.
Emma Rose Monahan
Jan 29, 2023
Emma Rose Monahan, born December 28, 2001, passed into eternal rest on Sunday, January 29th into the arms of Jesus and her beloved Pop Pops John Finn who predeceased her.
Emma was an unconditionally loving little angel who was absolutely adored by all who knew her, from her loving family, friends, neighbors, many caring nurses and her...
Janet Piscitelli
Jan 24, 2023
Janet Piscitelli, age 61, passed peacefully on January 24th after a courageous two year health battle.
Janet was born in the Bronx and was raised in Blauvelt, New York. She was an alumnus of Tappan Zee High School and graduated from the College of Mount Saint Vincent before earning her doctorate in medicine from the SUNY Downstate...
Robert ' Bob ' Halle
Jan 19, 2023
Robert 'Bob' Halle passed away on January 19, 2023 at the age of 94. Bob was devoted to his family. He was kind, loyal and caring. He would be the first to help anyone. Bob was a proud Army Veteran and served during the Korean War.
Bob moved to Blauvelt with his wife, Doris, in 1955. While...
Daniel John Emmert
Jan 17, 2023
Daniel J. Emmert passed on January 17th into the hands of God and his many friends and family who have predeceased him.
Danny brought joy to all who knew him. He was a happy guy! Never one to focus on the negative, or speak poorly of people, he lived his life by a simple precept "It's all...
Konstantinos Klontzaris
Jan 15, 2023
Mr. Konstantinos Klontzaris, 88, passed away on January 15, 2023.
Visiting hours will be Thursday, Jan. 19th, 6-9pm,
at the Moritz Funeral Home in Tappan, NY.
A funeral service will be held Friday, Jan. 20th, 10am,
Saints Constantine & Helen Greek...
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