Obituaries

William D. Connington

William D. Connington

Jan 14, 2021

William D. Connington of Vernon, formerly Bergenfield passed away on January 14, 2021 peacefully at home with his wife of 50 years by his side. Devoted husband of Barbara (Forrestal) Connington (nee King). Beloved father of Nancy Nelson (Russell), Carolyn Hite (Sean), Margaret Forrestal Dioguardi (Dan), Michael Connington (Jennifer), Kevin Connington (Ashley) and Brian Connington. Dear brother of Margaret Redmond...

Walter H. Mischler

Walter H. Mischler

Jan 11, 2021

Walter H. Mischler 87 of Bergenfield passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on January 11th, 2021. Walter was a devoted, beloved husband to his wife Elaine for over 61 years. He was dedicated father to his son Jeffrey Mischler, daughter Lynn Ciccia and her husband Paul. He was a proud grandfather of his two grandchildren Paul Jr....

Richard Ronald VanNess Jr.

Richard Ronald VanNess Jr.

Jan 10, 2021

Richard Ronald VanNess Jr. of Hawthorne passed away on January 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Ellen VanNess. Loving father of Justin, Nikki, and Natasha. Dear brother of Kathy, Robert, Teddy, and Jimmy. Memorial visiting at Riewerts Memorial Home, 187 So. Washington Ave., Bergenfield on January 30th 2-4 and 7-10 PM. Funeral service at the funeral home at 3:30 PM.

Judith Ann Galvach

Judith Ann Galvach

Jan 9, 2021

Judith Ann Galvach, 79, died peacefully on January 9th, 2021. 

Born in Baltimore, she lived in New Jersey for nearly 60 years.  She was an accomplished medical proofreader for 25 years before retiring in 2004. The last 10 years of her career were spent at Excerpta Medica in Hillsborough. 

She donated to many charities, including Marine Corps Heritage Foundation, Disabled...

Jacqueline A. Erickson

Jacqueline A. Erickson

Jan 8, 2021

Jacqueline A. Erickson (nee Tuitt), 54, of Lake Hiawatha passed away on January 8, 2021. She was an Analytical Chemist for GlaxoSmithKline in Warren. A member of the American Chemical Society, she was proud of all of her work in science and related fields. She enjoyed playing golf, following the NY Mets and was a loyal supporter of the Delaware...

Jose A. Hernandez Jr.

Jose A. Hernandez Jr.

Jan 7, 2021

Jose A. Hernandez, Jr:  (9/5/62-1/7/21)

Jose (Joey) Antonio Hernandez, Jr. age 58, formerly of the Bronx, NY, and a longtime resident of Bergenfield, NJ, departed this life on Thursday, January 7th 2021. He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Maxine Dormer, their daughter Rhiana Hernandez, his father, Jose Hernandez, Sr. and his mother, Carmen Navarro.

A graduate of...

Bruce T. Bazaz

Bruce T. Bazaz

Jan 5, 2021

Bruce T. Bazaz, 80, of Brick formerly of Bergenfield passed away on January 5, 2021. Born in Englewood he was the co-owner of Bergen Valet Dry Cleaning in Bergenfield. A drag racing enthusiast he was the owner of the race car “The Buzzard II”. He was the proud owner of a 1999 Dodge Prowler and loved to play golf with...

Elizabeth C. Greene

Elizabeth C. Greene

Jan 3, 2021

Elizabeth Christina Greene Born 1931 in Longford Ireland. Proceeded by her parents Dan and Irene, and the love of her life, Richard. She passed surrounded by loved ones January 3rd 2021 at 89 years old. She leaves behind beloved daughter and son-in law Patricia and Kevin and Grand Daughters Michelle and Shannon. The wake will be January 7th 3-7pm at...

Stephen Thomas Cook

Stephen Thomas Cook

Jan 1, 2021

Stephen Thomas Cook, 69, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on January 1, 2021.Stephen was born on Oct 12, 1951 in Weehawken NJ, to parents Clarence Cook and Marion McDonald, and raised in Demarest. Steve graduated from Englewood School for Boys in 1970, where he excelled in cross county and broke school records. He worked as a...

Miriam McCormick

Miriam McCormick

Dec 30, 2020

We mourn the passing of Miriam McCormick longtime resident of Bergenfield NJ on December 30th, 2020. Miriam was an RN BSN for many years before retiring from Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in NY. She was a supervisor of Gyn unit. She was a mentor, teacher, and truly loved by the nurses, doctors, and her patients. Spanish was her second language. She...

Joseph L. Pall

Joseph L. Pall

Dec 29, 2020

Joseph L. Pall, 94, of New Milford passed away on December 29, 2020. Devoted husband of the late Joan E. (nee Eichler) Pall. Beloved father of Diane Hiller and her husband Michael, Deborah Wendelken and her husband Mark, and Doreen Lefkandinos and her husband George. Cherished grandfather of 9 and great grandfather of 14. Joseph graduated from Bergenfield High School...

James F. McEntee

James F. McEntee

Dec 29, 2020

James F. McEntee, 90, of Bergenfield formerly of the Bronx passed away on December 29, 2020. Husband of Margaret (McCarthy) McEntee. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War from 1951-1953 stationed in Berlin with the 6th Infantry-European NATO Defense Force. He was a retired member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local #28, NYC. A parishioner of St....

Audrey C. Alben

Audrey C. Alben

Dec 25, 2020

 

Audrey C. Alben

 

Audrey Catherine Alben died peacefully at her home on Christmas morning, December 25, 2020. She was 87. Born in Bergenfield, New Jersey, she graduated from Bergenfield High School. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Marco) Chiorazzo.

She had a long career in banking, communications, and manufacturing, having worked for local banks,...

Carl E. Jakobsen

Carl E. Jakobsen

Dec 24, 2020

Carl Erik Jakobsen, age 96, died Thursday, December 24, 2020.  Born in Agerup, Denmark, Carl made his home in Bergenfield.  He served in the Merchant Marines and later became a home contractor.  Carl was predeceased by Florence, his wife of sixty years.  Surviving is a son Paul of Midland Park and his wife Ann Marie.  He was predeceased by his...

Rose B. Sakellarios

Rose B. Sakellarios

Dec 14, 2020

Rose Sakellarios (nee Buda), 84, passed away peacefully Monday Dec. 14, 2020, having lived 47 years in Bergenfield. She had been a Bergenfield School Crossing Guard for 24 years. Devoted wife of the late Michael Sakellarios, Beloved mother of Donna Burgos, Michele Vincent and Rich and Denise Sakellarios. Dear sister of Joseph and Salvatore Buda. Loving grandmother of 5 grandchildren...

Eleanor J. Cordes

Eleanor J. Cordes

Dec 5, 2020

Eleanor J. Cordes died peacefully in her home surrounded by family on December 5, 2020. She was 92. Eleanor is survived by her beloved son Michael Cordes and his wife Catherine of Bergenfield as well as her niece Julia Wullen (nee Basilo) and the late Jack and Joann Basilo of Bergenfield whom she raised in love. Eleanor also leaves behind...

Joseph A. Ottino

Joseph A. Ottino

Dec 4, 2020

Joseph A. Ottino, 95, of Bergenfield N.J. died peacefully at his home with family lovingly and caringly by his side.

He was a beloved husband to his wife Emily Ottino for 48 years.

He was a beloved father to his son John Ottino throughout his whole life.

He was a cherished uncle to Gino and Carl Recksiek and Lynn Fasano...

Vincent O. Filippini

Vincent O. Filippini

Dec 2, 2020

Vincent Filippini, devoted husband of Kathy (née Calebotta) loving stepfather to Steven, Jamie & Kara, a special “Pa” of 9 beautiful grandchildren, and a large loving family, survived by his two sisters Marie & Donna. Service will be at Riewerts in Bergenfield this Saturday from 2-5pm.

Hugo Garella

Hugo Garella

Nov 30, 2020

Hugo Garella, 88 of Bergenfield passed away on Monday November 30th 2020. He was born and raised in New York City. He graduated from Brooklyn College of Technology and served in the US Army. He worked as a dental technician for over 25 years. After he retired he worked for Riewerts Memorial Home for a number of years. He is...

Thomas Charles Rumbaugh

Thomas Charles Rumbaugh

Nov 28, 2020

Thomas Charles Rumbaugh of Sevierville, TN formerly Bergenfield passed away on November 28, 2020. Devoted husband of the late Deborah Rumbaugh. Loving father of Caitlyn Rumbaugh. Dear brother of Debbie Zetzer, Curtis Rumbaugh, the late Larry Rumbaugh and Rodney Rumbaugh. Cherished grandfather of Giovanni and Isabella Zappitelli. Visiting at Riewerts Memorial Home, 187 So. Washington Ave., Bergenfield on Wednesday 3-5...