Norma R. Paillex

Norma R. Paillex(nee Kohler), 77, of Northvale, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2014. She is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years, Louis Paillex.  Loving mother of Bruce Paillex of New York City and Lisa Paillex Griffin of Franklin Park. Dear grandmother of David and Marc.  She is also survived by dear cousin Barbara Stingle Abraham, a brother Werner Kohler, and other loving relatives and friends. Visiting hours are Wednesday 5-8PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home,120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050). A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday October 2, 2014 at 11 AM at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 171 Closter Dock Road, Closter, NJ, with interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.   In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in her name may be made to the Parkinson’s Action Network ‘s (PAN) “Forum Scholarship Fund” at  www.parkinsonsaction.org.

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John “Jack” Maloney

John “Jack” Maloney, 79, of Tappan, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2014. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Smith).  Loving father of Anne Bondulich and husband John of Tappan and John Maloney and wife Kathy of Orangeburg.  Cherished grandfather of Jennifer, Kellyanne, John Patrick, Jack, Ryan and Allison.  Dearest brother of Michael Maloney of Pearl River. He was also adored by his many nieces and nephews.

Jack was a US Army veteran of the Korean War. He was a Detective for the New York City Police Department for 20 years before retiring.  He later became a security manager for the Metropolitan Museum of Art.  He was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Piermont.

Jack loved fine art and travel, especially to Paris. His favorite place was Naples, Florida where he spent many wonderful years with his family watching the sunset.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday 10:00 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart RC Church, Tappan with interment to follow at Tappan Cemetery. Visiting hours are Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Pizzi Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

Donations to the New York Police and Fire Widows and Children’s Benefit Fund, www.answerthecall.org, in Jack’s memory would be greatly appreciated.

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Sinead Helen Murphy

Sinead Helen Murphy, age 11, of Orangeburg, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2014. Cherished daughter of Stephen and Susan Murphy.  Adored sister of Fiona, Siobhan and Colleen.  Loving granddaughter of Maurice and Helen Murphy and Bridie and the late Tom Davis. Beloved niece of many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends both in the United States, Ireland and England.  She will also be dearly missed by all the wonderful nurses, doctors and medical staff that have been there for her in times of need.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday 10:00 AM at St. Aedan’s RC Church, Pearl River with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill. Visiting hours are Tuesday 2-9 PM at the Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ  201-767-3050.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Jawonio, 260 N. Little Tor Rd., New City, NY 10956, www.jawonio.org would be greatly appreciated.

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Helen Lewis

LEWIS, Helen (nee Drew) of Melbourne FL, formally of Norwood passed away on Sunday, Sep. 14, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Jack H. Lewis, who died on Feb. 9, 2014. Beloved sister of Marge Drew and her husband Artie and the late William Drew, both of New Milford. Loving mother of Patricia Sims, Robert Lewis, both of Melbourne FL and Jack W. Lewis of Bergenfield.  Adored grandmother of three and great-grandmother of three. Date of memorial service to be announced.

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Daniel Butler

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

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

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

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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William Porschen

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

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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