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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.

Vincent J. Bisogno

Vincent J. Bisogno

Sep 11, 2021

Cresskill, NJ - Closter Location Vincent J. Bisogno, 95, of Cresskill, NJ passed away on Saturday September 11, 2021 in his home. A resident of Cresskill, NJ since 1956, Vincent was born in New York City on August 11, 1926.He was the first son of Antoinetta and Alfonso Bisogno. Husband of the late Georgette (Von Glahn) Bisogno, Vincent was the...

Jean Ranke

Jean Ranke

Sep 6, 2021

Orangeburg – Jean Martha Ranke, 93, of Orangeburg, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 6, 2021. Beloved wife of William Ranke, married for 72 years. Devoted mother to Carole (Frank), Janet, and William Jr. (Sheryl). Cherished grandmother to Kristen (Josh), Christopher (Nicole), Nancy (Joe), Michael (Mara), Daniel, and Susan (Ryan). Treasured great-grandmother to Joey, Leo, Jack, Christopher, Collin, Brandon,...

John Ridge

John Ridge

Sep 5, 2021

Tappan, NY On Sunday, September 5th, 2021, John Ridge, loving husband of Mary for 67 years and father of John and Sally, passed away at the age of 90. John was born on May 9, 1931 in the Bronx. He graduated from Fordham University. John served his country in the Korean War and was a member of the NYPD for...

Warren J. Allen

Warren J. Allen

Sep 3, 2021

Orangeburg, NY - Tappan Location Warren J. Allen, age 90, of Orangeburg, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, September 3rd after a long illness, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Warren grew up in Bronx, NY and after marriage moved to Orangeburg, NY where he resided for 62 years. He and his wife Joan also resided in Boca Raton,...

Marie Hanrahan

Marie Hanrahan

Aug 23, 2021

Sparkill, NY - Tappan Location Marie R. Hanrahan, 85, of Sparkill, NY left this world peacefully on Monday, August 23 with her family by her side. Marie was born in New York City to Rena and Rosario Carra. Marie was a devoted and loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister in-law, aunt, cousin, niece, and friend. She was a loving wife...

Nicholas Leo

Nicholas Leo

Aug 21, 2021

Closter, NJ - Closter Location Nicholas Leo, 23, of Closter, passed away on August 21, 2021 with his family by his side. Nicholas was diagnosed with a rare genetic disease at birth, Ataxia-Telangiectasia, which affected his whole body and ultimately his life. He was a graduate of Northern Valley Regional High School in Demarest where he was a four year...

George Kessaris

George Kessaris

Aug 17, 2021

Blauvelt, NY - Tappan Location George Kessaris, a Rockland resident since 1964, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. George was born on December 29, 1930 in Brooklyn to Gus and Connie (Papas) Kessaris. He was predeceased by his loving wife of 68 years, Corinne, who passed away in 2016. He served honorably in the US Army as a...

Bruce E. Baez

Bruce E. Baez

Aug 14, 2021

Tappan, NY - Tappan Location Bruce E. Baez, born March 25, 1958, known to many as "Buddha" passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2021. He had a contagious smile and a laugh that was heard for miles. Bruce was a lifetime member at both Piermont and Tappan Volunteer Fire Departments. He worked as a specialty mechanic at Lamont-Doherty for 32...

Peter Logerfo

Peter Logerfo

Aug 11, 2021

Teaneck, NJ - Closter Location Peter Logerfo, Sr., 101, formerly of Teaneck, NJ, passed away peacefully with family at his side on August 11, 2021. Pete was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Florence, son Santo, brother Jasper and sister Camille. Lovingly known as "Gramps," Pete is survived by his son Peter Jr. and his wife Maureen, daughter in...

Jean E. Euler

Jean E. Euler

Aug 9, 2021

Pearl River, NY - Tappan Location The love of my life I have never met a girl so beautiful, kind, loving, and sweet. And never will again. Jean was the most giving person I have ever known. She lived to make me happy and did so every day. I have been so blessed to have her in my life. She...

George Griffith

George Griffith

Aug 6, 2021

Blauvelt, NY - Tappan Location George Thomas Griffith passed away peacefully on Friday, August 6, 2021, at his home in Blauvelt, NY with his family by his side. A resident of Rockland County, NY since 1980, George was born in Brooklyn, NY on June 22, 1947 to George Thomas and Joan Curley Griffith. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle...

Dr. Mark Kahn

Dr. Mark Kahn

Aug 5, 2021

Haworth, NJ - Closter Location Dr. Mark Kahn died the way he lived-with single-minded determination on August 5, 2021. He was born on August 10, 1949 in Mineola, New York to Sylvia (nee Belzer) and Herbert, "Sonny" Kahn, both of whom predeceased him. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Brenda, four sons and two grandchildren. Christopher (Elizabeth...

Marie Lancellotti

Marie Lancellotti

Aug 5, 2021

Lancellotti, Marie Sparkill, NY It is with a heavy heart that the Lancellotti Family announces the passing of their beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, Marie A. Lancellotti. Marie, 95, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2021 at home with family by her side. She was born in the Bronx to John and Concetta (DeLibero) Musto. Marie was a retired...

Barbara Ann Hofsommer

Barbara Ann Hofsommer

Aug 2, 2021

Tappan, NY - Tappan Location Mrs. Barbara Ann Hofsommer (nèe Kuhn), a lifelong resident of Tappan, died peacefully on Monday, August 2, 2021. She was born on November 22, 1946 at Nyack Hospital to Clarence "Dutch" Kuhn and Mary Madeline Uebelacker Kuhn. Barbara worked in both the Orangetown School District as well as the Orangetown Police Department, ending her career...

Robert Imor

Robert Imor

Aug 1, 2021

Blauvelt, NY - Tappan Location Robert Imor peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on August 1, 2021 at the age of 83. Robert was a veteran of the US Air Force. That interest led him to work many years at Republic Airport on Long Island. He was also a member of the Carpenters Union. He married Felicia DiLapi in...

Dr. Mary Gastrich

Dr. Mary Gastrich

Jul 27, 2021

Closter, NJ - Closter Location Dr. Mary Grace Downes Gastrich, 79, of Closter, NJ passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 27.She was predeceased by her parents Dr. Ralph L Downes and Grace Newell Downes Field, her brother Dr. Ralph N. Downes and her son Paul Hans Gastrich.She is survived by her son John Gastrich; daughter Cathy Gastrich Sandak and her...

Mary Agnes Nelson

Mary Agnes Nelson

Jul 26, 2021

Mary Agnes Nelson (Aggie), a longtime resident of Orangeburg, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2021. She was born in Wheeling, WV on December 8, 1929 to Thomas and Agnes Killeen. Before retiring Aggie was a legal secretary and administrative assistant for many years. She was a faithful parishioner of St. Catharine's Church in Blauvelt. Aggie, an active member of...

Maria Ciceran

Maria Ciceran

Jul 26, 2021

Port Jervis, NY - Tappan Location It is with a heavy heart that the Cieran family announces the passing of their loving mother, Maria Ciceran, who passed away unexpectedly on July 26, 2021. She was predeceased by her husband, Atilio, who passed away in 1991. She is survived by her loving children Sonja Papandrea (Tim) and Brian Ciceran (Christine); and...

George J. Clayborne

George J. Clayborne

Jul 10, 2021

Pearl River, NY - Tappan Location George J. Clayborne passed away surrounded by his family on July 10, 2021 at the age of 85. George served in the US Army from 1956 to 1958. He was retired from Con Edison of NYC and the Operator Engineers, member of the Pearl River Elks and an avid sportsman. He is survived by...

Robert B. Bradley

Robert B. Bradley

Jul 7, 2021

Closter, NJ - Closter Location Robert B. Bradley, 68, of Closter, passed away on July 7, 2021. Visitation will be Saturday, July 10th, 10am to 12pm at the Moritz Funeral Home in Closter.

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