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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.

Mary Guiliana Muscariello

Mary Guiliana Muscariello

Oct 8, 2025

Beloved wife of the late Oscar.  Wonderful mother of Victoria and her husband Michael.   Loving mother to her son Aristide.  Adoring grandmother of Alicia, Michelangelo, Julianna and Aristide.

Mary went to her eternal rest at the age of 91, after a lengthy Alzheimer Illness.

Those who knew her loved her dearly.  She was the most...

Carol Crane

Carol Crane

Oct 6, 2025

Carol C. Crane was born in Brooklyn, NY to Ross and Rose Hardman. Carol moved to the Bronx and attended Aquinas High School and then attended secretarial school. After completing school, Carol went to work for Clevite Corp and was an active member of St. Catharine's Church in Blauvelt, New York.

Carol had many talents, including sewing,...

Joan Mary Klingert

Joan Mary Klingert

Oct 5, 2025

Joan Mary Klingert

October 2, 1929 - October 5, 2025

With hearts full of love and cherished memories, we celebrate the beautiful life of Joan Mary Klingert, who passed away peacefully on October 5, 2025, just three days after her 96th birthday.

Born in the vibrant Yorkville...

Thomas W. Pflugbeil

Thomas W. Pflugbeil

Oct 5, 2025

Thomas W. Pflugbeil, 78, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025. He was born on January 1, 1947 in Cornwall, NY to the late Ruth Kent and Frederick Pflugbeil.

Tom graduated from Pine Bush High School, Pine Bush, NY and later received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the SUNY at Oneonta in 1969. He also attended...

Richard 'Rick' Mcgrath

Richard 'Rick' Mcgrath

Oct 1, 2025

Richard 'Rick' McGrath, 89, died unexpectedly but peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the Esplanade Living Center in Palisades, NY.

Born on January 19, 1936, in New York, NY, the first child of Charles & Anna McGrath. Rick graduated from high school with the Class of 1954 & then joined the US Naval Service where he served...

Corona Torres Balin

Corona Torres Balin

Sep 28, 2025

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Corona Torres Balin of Orangeburg, NY on September 28, 2025 at Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, NY, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 22, 1941, the second of four daughters of the late Doroteo and Antonia (Isaguirre) Torres, in Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. She was predeceased by her...

Robert 'Bob' Wayne Morris

Robert 'Bob' Wayne Morris

Sep 28, 2025

Robert (Bob) Wayne Morris, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025.

Born in the Bronx, NY on January 22, 1940 to Harold Morris and Mary Virginia Morris (Kenney), Bob attended Samuel Gompers High School and spent many afternoons canoeing near Orchard Beach with his cousins. His interest in military history and...

Lucia Carmella Benz

Lucia Carmella Benz

Sep 27, 2025

Lucia Carmella Benz (nee Bonanno) went to Jesus on the evening of September 27, 2025, after a 99 years of being surrounded by and taking care of her family and friends. She had many angels there to greet her, including her mother who she lost at 12 years old, her father, sisters (Sadie and Angie), brother (Sam), granddaughter (Jenna),...

Max Conor Fernandez

Max Conor Fernandez

Sep 24, 2025

Max Conor Fernandez, 26 years old, of Tappan, NY, passed away at Montefiore Nyack Hospital on September 24, 2025, after a month long health battle.

Born in Chisinau, Moldova, Max is survived by his mother Raine, his father George, his sister Luiza, his cat Stormy, and many adoring aunts, uncles, cousins and friends....

Theresa Warner

Theresa Warner

Sep 18, 2025

Theresa Warner

It is with profound sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Theresa Warner of Tappan, New York, on September 18, 2025, at the age of 88.  She was born on May 25, 1937 in Brooklyn, NY.

Theresa was a loving mother who touched the lives of many...

Charlene P. Palmer

Charlene P. Palmer

Sep 17, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charlene P. Palmer, of Palisades NY on September 17, 2025, at the age of 72. She was born on September 11, 1953, the youngest of three daughters of the late Charles and Mary Ann Halstead. Charlene was predeceased by her husband and love of her life,...

Mildred Antonia Petrinic

Mildred Antonia Petrinic

Sep 14, 2025

Mildred Antonia Petrinic, 92, of Jackson, NJ, and long time resident of Alpine, NJ, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025.

Mildred was born on June 13, 1933 in Long Island City, New York.  She was one three children of the late Peter and Margaret Juresic.  At the age of four the family relocated to the Adriatic...

Daniel C. Concagh

Daniel C. Concagh

Sep 14, 2025

Daniel C . Concagh, Orangeburg, NY, age 67, passed away on September 14, 2025. Daniel was the beloved son of the late James and Patricia Concagh, the devoted brother of James and his wife Sandra, and a proud uncle. Daniel was a carpenter and worked for Rockland and Westchester Carpenters Local Union. Visiting Hours will be Friday, September 19,...

Patricia Elaine Gray

Patricia Elaine Gray

Sep 10, 2025

Patricia Elaine Gray (née Williams), 86, of Demarest, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at Englewood Hospital, her devoted family at her bedside. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, she departed this life just as she had lived it—surrounded by love.

Born in Hackensack, New Jersey, to Idell and George "Jack" Williams, Patricia grew...

Matthew Piccione

Matthew Piccione

Sep 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Matthew Piccione

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Matthew Piccione, beloved husband, father, son, uncle, friend and coach, who left us far too soon on September 1, 2025 at the age of 51 in Nyack, New York. He was born March 27, 1974...

Mary Lou Sickler

Mary Lou Sickler

Aug 31, 2025

Mary Lou Sickler, age 91 of Closter, NJ. Passed on August 31, 2025.

Survived by her son, W. Kevin Kautzmann. Brother Fred and his wife Judy King. Loving Grandmother to Dr. Becky Callaghan and son in law Frank Callaghan.

Predeceased by her daughter Betty Lou Callaghan.

In lieu of Flowers please make donations...

Isabel 'Izzy' Mary Mcaloon Conroy

Isabel 'Izzy' Mary Mcaloon Conroy

Aug 19, 2025

Isabel Mary "Izzy" McAloon Conroy, 86, of Sparkill, NY, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Izzy will be dearly remembered for her loyalty, wit, and unwavering devotion to those around her.

Born on September 2, 1938, in White Plains, NY, to a loving...

Sheila Ann Lorenz

Sheila Ann Lorenz

Aug 16, 2025

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Daniel J. Riordan

Daniel J. Riordan

Aug 13, 2025

Daniel Joseph Riordan, age 75, was a multi-enthusiast; he loved music, world travel, teaching, and was a die-hard Rangers fan and beloved partner. Dan died unexpectedly on August 13th, 2025, at his home.

Born in 1950 in New York City, Dan attended St. Catherine's Blauvelt NY, Bergen Catholic High School Oradell NJ and St. John's University in...

Dolores Quevedo

Dolores Quevedo

Aug 12, 2025

Dolores Quevedo passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 12th at the age of 74.  Dolores was a loving person who was a gifted nurse and always put others first.  She was very intelligent, gentle and had quiet kindness.  Dolores was a good listener and always made others feel special and cared for, whether in her nursing career or with...

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