Daniel Butler, 79, died Saturday September 6, 2014 at NYU Langone Medical Center with family & loved ones by his side.

 

He was born on July 4, 1935 in New York City, son of the late Marie and Paul Butler. Daniel was the youngest of six children, Marguarite Durkee-Niehaus, Paul Butler, Michael Butler, Rosemarie McGettigan, and Ann Stisser. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mary, & their five children; Sharon Nulty, Sabrina Durrigan (husband Wayne), Denise Catalano (husband Carmine), Danny Butler, & Jennifer Laurent (husband David.) He was the proud papa of eight grandchildren; Danielle & Brendan Nulty; Jeffery & Alyssa Durrigan; Valerie, Melanie & Kristie Catalano; Jaden Laurent; & his beloved dog Fluffy.

 

Daniel served in the US Navy from 1952-1956, serving in the Korean War. He was an ornamental ironworker for Local 580, NY, NY, helping to build many of our most cherished landmarks. He also served as a proud member of the Elks Lodge #877. Daniel enjoyed life to the fullest, spending his time surrounded by family & friends. He delighted in visiting his home in Florida, boating, & being actively involved with his church.

 

Services honoring Daniel will be held at Pizzi Funeral Home 120 Paris Ave Northvale, NJ 07647 on Tuesday September 9, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-9. Funeral mass will be held at St. Catherine’s Church in Blauvelt, NY on Wednesday September 10, 2014 at 10am.  Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY.

 

Daniel radiated a powerful light with a passion for living & strength beyond recognition. He will be missed greatly by all those who have been blessed to know him.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Elks Lodge 877, 62 Elks Drive, Haverstraw, NY 10927 would be greatly appreciated.

 

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Luis A. Lopez, 95, of Northvale, passed away at home on Friday, August 29, 2014.  Beloved husband of the late Lilia.  Loving father of Lilia Marrero and husband Jesus of Northvale, Ruben Lopez and wife Aida of White Plains, NY and Luis Lopez and wife Luisa of Royal Palm, FL.   Cherished grandfather of Debra, Luis, David, Ruben Jr., Kenny, Lizzette, Mark, Ruben and Josephine.  Adored great-grandfather of 16.

A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday 10:00 AM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale with entombment to follow at Garden of Memories, Washington Township.  Visiting hours are Tuesday 6-8 PM.

Memorial donations to the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance Corps., 196 Firenze St., Northvale, NJ 07647 would be greatly appreciated.

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James L. De Rosa, 63, of Northvale, died on Monday, August 25, 2014. Beloved husband of Karin (nee Eicher). Devoted father of Steven DeRosa and his wife Vivian, and Kristine DeRosa. Pre-deceased by his loving parents Frank and Jessie De Rosa.  Also survived by his dear mother-in-law Inge Eicher, brother-in-law Karl Eicher, sister-in-law Lisa Tusveld and husband Jon and late sister-in-law Linda Leider. Other survivors include a niece and nephew and 3 cousins, Pati Cain, Linda Sanford, and James Wisner.  Mr. DeRosa was a chemical engineer for Burns and Roe in Oradell. He grew up in Bergenfield and went to Columbia University where he earned his bachelors and master of science degrees in chemical engineering. The family wishes to thank everyone for their prayers and kindness. A funeral service is scheduled for Friday at 10:00 AM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050) with interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park , Paramus. Visiting hours are Thursday 4 to 7 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 225 Center Street, New Milford, NJ  07646.

Robert La Rocca,81, a Tappan resident since 1969, died on Tuesday, August 19, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Barbara who passed away 2 years ago, they had been married for over 50 years. Devoted father of Robert Joseph of NYC and Amy Elizabeth of Valley Cottage. Loving brother of the late Pasquale, Minnie, Rosie, and Margie. Also survived by loving nephews, nieces, and friends. Before retiring Mr. LaRocca was an executive VP for Carrafiello-Diehland and Associates in Irvington on Hudson, NY. He had spent many years in the advertising industry. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church in Tappan. Visiting hours are Friday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (845-359-2323). Those who wish may make donations to Friends In Deed,www.friendsindeed.org, in his memory.
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PORSCHEN, William of Naples FL, formerly of Northvale, passed away Saturday, August 9th, 2014.
Beloved husband of the late Maureen. Loving father of Eric Porschen of Naples and Drew Porschen and his wife Susan of Northvale.
Dear brother of Lynn & David Fairbanks of FL, Douglas & Jean Porschen of CT and Lori Diez of Teaneck.
Poppy cherished his grandchildren, Taylor Porschen of Naples and Allyson & Rebecca Porschen of Northvale.
William always paid tribute to family and friends who have passed and now we pay tribute to him.
The family will recieve friends on Monday, August 25th from 2-4 and 7-9 at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance Corps. would be greatly appreciated.
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Marion C. Bello (nee Liburdi), 88, of Waretown, formerly of Bergenfield, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Frank.  Loving mother of Neil Bello of Waretown, Mary Ellen Hartney and husband William of Allendale, Sharon Dwyer and husband Jim of Norwood and Tracey Bello of Norwood.  Cherished grandmother of Michael, Kellie and Sean.  Dearest sister of Betty Delia, James Liburdi and the late Rose Liburdi.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 9:30 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.  Visiting hours are Friday 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

Memorial donations to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at www.jdrf.org would be greatly appreciated.

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Marilyn Mizelle, 74, passed away Monday, August 11, 2014.  Born to Percy and Ernestine Mizelle, she was one of seven children.  Marilyn was developmentally challenged.  She was a participant in Spectrum for Living and the Division of the Developmentally Disabled in her later years.

She is survived by her sisters, Lorraine Hruby of Fairfield and Carolyn Morro and husband Dan of Old Tappan as well as many other loving relatives and dear friends.

She will be remembered for her love of family, music and cameras, and will be missed by many who came to know her.

The family will receive friends Thursday morning from 10 – 11:30 at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).  Interment will follow at Arlington Cemetery, Kearny.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Ronald McDonald House, 405 E. 73^rd St., NY, NY 10021, www.rmh-newyork.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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Frances Loiacono (nee Butts), 95, of Sparkill, formerly of Blauvelt, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2014.  Beloved wife of Carmine.  Loving mother of Gordon and wife Elaine of Glendale, AZ, Nicholas and wife Susan of Tappan, and Anne of Phoenix, AZ.  Cherished grandmother of five and great-grandmother of one.  Dearest sister of the late John, Kitty and Betty.

The family will receive friends Tuesday and Wednesday 4-7 PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale.  A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday evening at 6:30.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Actors Fund Home, 155-175 W. Hudson Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631, www.actorsfund.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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Patrick Joseph Hurley, 80, of Northvale, formerly of Skibbereen, County Cork, Ireland, passed away on Thursday, July 31, 2014.  Beloved husband of Olivine.  Devoted father of Jean Traudt and husband Matthew of Northvale, Patrick J. Hurley and wife Mary of Woodside, NY, Maria Hurley of Dumont and Gerard Hurley of Tivoli, NY.  Cherished grandfather of Kevin, Brian and Conor.  Dearest brother of Donal, Mary, Kathleen, Eileen, William, James and the late John.  Uncle of many nieces and nephews in the U.S. and Ireland.

Mr. Hurley was a veteran of the Irish Naval Service and was active in a number of organizations in Ireland. He was a member of the County Cork Association of New York. He was a builder for many years.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday 10:00 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale.   Visiting hours are Sunday 3-6 PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations to Villa Marie Claire Hospice, 12 West Saddle River Road, Saddle River, NJ 07458, would be greatly appreciated.

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Victoria Benasillo, 95, passed away at home on Wednesday, July 23, 2014.  Beloved wife of the late James.  Devoted mother of Pasquale Benasillo, Angela Salomoni, Mary Ann Benasillo and James Benasillo.  She is also survived by many loving grandchildren.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 9:00 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at St. Charles Cemetery, Pinelawn, NY.  Visitation is Friday 6-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).