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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.

Louise Ng Pang

Louise Ng Pang

Dec 15, 2024

Louise Ng Pang was called "home" early Sunday morning on Dec. 15, 2024, after final farewells from her beloved children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren.  She was ready to be with the love of her life George again.

At the age of sixteen she met and married George Pang.  They immigrated to America and started their life together.  First living...

Nicolino Colaizzi

Nicolino Colaizzi

Dec 12, 2024

Nicolino Colaizzi passed away peacefully on December 12, 2024 after 94 happy years. Born in Naples, Italy to Antonietta and Domenico Colaizzi. He migrated to the United States with his wife Maria Luisa where they spent 62 wonderful years together. He was a beloved father of two sons, Nick and Frank, and daughter-in-law, Lori. He had a strong bond...

Louise Ellen Sorensen

Louise Ellen Sorensen

Dec 11, 2024

Louise Ellen Sorensen (née Rutherford) passed peacefully on December 11, 2024, at 88. She and her late husband, Peter, were lifetime residents of Closter, NJ and Marco Island, FL. They were married for 67 years and spent that time building a legacy of generosity and fun.

Louise was also predeceased by her son Peter. Her legacy continues...

Maureen Clarke

Maureen Clarke

Nov 30, 2024

Note: Maureen's Funeral Mass will be LiveStreamed.

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Mary Theresa Clarke, "Maureen" to all, passed away peacefully on Nov. 30 after a long illness, departing this life not far from where she came into it. A...

Michael Gerard Mccormack

Michael Gerard Mccormack

Nov 25, 2024

Michael Gerard McCormack

September 14, 1962 - November 25, 2024

Michael McCormack passed away suddenly from a heart attack on Monday, November 25, 2024 at the age of 62. The fourth of six children of Eileen (née Gilroy) and John McCormack of New Hyde Park, Long Island,...

Gloria Schneider

Gloria Schneider

Nov 16, 2024

Gloria Schneider, aged 95, passed away on November 16, 2024, in Closter, New Jersey. Born on July 4, 1929, in New York City,Gloria had a rich and fulfilling life marked by her deep spiritual belief and love for nature, particularly birds, often expressing that "when you believe in nature, you believe in God."

Gloria attended Memorial High...

Margaret Cameron

Margaret Cameron

Nov 12, 2024

Margaret Mary "Margie" Cameron, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, at the age of 93. Born June 15, 1931 in Nyack, New York, she was the daughter of George and Margaret (Nugent) Glover.

A graduate of Tappan Zee High School in Piermont, NY (Class of 1949), Margaret worked for many years at Lederle Laboratories in Pearl...

Gerald 'Jerry' Joseph Ryan

Gerald 'Jerry' Joseph Ryan

Nov 9, 2024

Gerald Joseph Ryan, 68, from the Bronx, but a long time resident of Blauvelt, New York passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024.

Gerald is survived by his Brother, John Ryan (Robin) his Sister Eileen Ryan and his Nieces Colleen Rourke (Ryan) and Margaret Ryan and also, his Stepdaughter, Bridget Eggers (John) from California.  He is predeceased...

Marie Denise Muriello

Marie Denise Muriello

Nov 6, 2024

Marie Muriello (née Grzetich), long-time resident of Orangeburg, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6 at the age of 88. The daughter of John and Mila Grzetich, Marie was born on April 20, 1936 in New York, NY.

She was the older sister to Mildred (who predeceased Marie) and together they were raised in the Bronx,...

Dominic “Danny” Romano

Dominic “Danny” Romano

Nov 4, 2024

Dominic "Danny" Romano, 91, of Maywood, New Jersey, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that touched everyone who knew him. Born and raised in Hoboken, Danny was a devoted husband to Rose Fortunato, whom he married in 1961; together, they built a beautiful life in Maywood, where they raised their daughter, Annette, who later...

Frank James Valentino

Frank James Valentino

Nov 3, 2024

Frank James Valentino February 26, 1930 - November 3, 2024

On Sunday, November 3, 2024 Frank, 94, the patriarch of our family, passed away peacefully at Pascack Valley Hospital with family by his side.

He was born to Nicholas and Susan Valentino (née Kuplin) on February 26, 1930 in Manhattan, NY.

Frank married...

Helen Gooler

Helen Gooler

Oct 31, 2024

Helen Gooler, a longtime resident of Tenafly, NJ, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024 at the Atrium Subacute Care Center in Park Ridge, NJ. She was born in Nyack, NY to James and Anne (McGowan) Fears on November 11, 1936 and was raised in Piermont, NY.

Helen had various occupations over the years and her favorite...

Kristin Hayes

Kristin Hayes

Oct 29, 2024

Kristin Hayes, of Blauvelt, New York, passed away on October 29, 2024, at the age of 41. Known for her radiant smile and compassionate heart, Kristin was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend who brought light and love to all who knew her.

Kristin was the devoted wife of Jimmy Hayes and a loving mother...

William August Gelhaus

William August Gelhaus

Oct 28, 2024

On Monday, October 28, William August Gelhaus, 92, of Tappan, passed away surrounded by family.

He was born to William and Signe Gelhaus, in the Tremont section of the Bronx on December 10, 1931.

He attended State University of New York, Farmingdale. In 1952 he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was assigned to the...

Joseph John Anthony Suozzi, Jr.

Joseph John Anthony Suozzi, Jr.

Oct 28, 2024

Joseph John Anthony Suozzi, Jr. was born on April 27, 1962  in New York City, NY and passed away at his home in Northvale, New Jersey on Oct 28, 2024.

A memorial service will be held at Liquid Church, 1180 Spruce Drive, Mountainside, NJ 07092 on Nov. 10, 2024 at 2:30 pm.

Joseph was a...

Mary Ann Lynch

Mary Ann Lynch

Oct 23, 2024

Mary Ann Lynch was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Born on June 1,1962 in Good Samaritan Hospita in Suffern, Mary Ann was the daughter of Joseph and Jennie Brega. Mary Ann is survived by her husband Kevin Raymond and three children Kevin Joseph, Jennifer Mary, and Christine Marie; her two sisters Susan...

Barry W. Conroy Iii

Barry W. Conroy Iii

Oct 21, 2024

Barry W. Conroy III died at his home in Jersey City, NJ on Monday, 10/21/24. He was 63 years old.

Mr. Conroy was born in Albany, NY, in 1961 to Barry W Conroy Jr and Isabel Conroy ( nee McAloon)

He grew up in Sparkill, NY and was a member of St John the Baptist...

Peter M. Euler

Peter M. Euler

Oct 21, 2024

Peter M. Euler, age 73, passed after a short battle with cancer at the McLeod Hospice Center in Florence South Carolina. Peter was born and lived most his life in the New York area.

Peter was a Veteran that served from 1970-1976 in the United States Military Army Forces.  His work career included repairing typewriters, a skill...

Robert A. Frost Jr.

Robert A. Frost Jr.

Oct 19, 2024

Bob was one of a kind! He never met a stranger, everyone he encountered immediately became a friend. If he was laughing, you had to laugh with him even if you had no idea why. Bob was a force for good- always there for his family and friends. He was the best husband, father, brother, son. Bob...

Joan Margaret Brassil

Joan Margaret Brassil

Oct 16, 2024

Joan Margaret Brassil (née Dennehy), 94, of Norwood, NJ and formerly of Tappan, NY, passed peacefully at home on October 16, 2024. Joan was born in Nyack, NY and raised in Tappan, NY to Rufina (McCarten) and Jeremiah T. Dennehy and was a beloved older sister to the late Jerome and the late David. She was a 1951 graduate...

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