Helen F. Lucas

Helen F. Lucas, (nee Bugler), 91, formerly of Paramus, passed away on Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Paul. Devoted mother of John, Paul, Timothy and wife Michele, Christopher, Margaret Gordon and husband Michael, Matthew and wife Dana and the late Denise. Cherished grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of two. Dearest sister of Anne Maxwell and her husband Gary.

Helen was a secretary for the Hackensack Public School System for over 20 years.  She will be dearly missed. Her funeral services will be private. Arrangements by Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale.

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Charles J. Orlando, Jr.

Charles J. Orlando, Jr., 81, of Somesville, ME, formerly of Demarest, passed away surrounded by family in Harrington Park on Sunday, February 14, 2016. Cherished husband for 51 years of the late Barbara. Loving father of Alison Goerg and her husband Mark of Harrington Park, Charles III of Harrington Park and the late Elizabeth Zagorski and her husband Michael of Ohio. Adored grandfather of Alexandra and Victoria Zagorski and Nicholas, Nenagh and Francesca Goerg. Dear brother of Joan Geiselhart and family. He dutifully served Columbia Presbyterian Hospital as Assistant Treasurer for 34 years. He lived for his family and his warmth and integrity will be deeply missed.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 11 AM at Our Lady of Victories RC Church, Harrington Park.

Arrangements by Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale.

Florence A. Kinnally

Florence A. Kinnally (nee Yanni), 76, of Pomona, NY, formerly of the Bronx, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. Loving mother of four sons; Thomas and wife Valerie of Old Tappan, Rick and wife Phyllis of West Caldwell, Mark and wife Lisa of Valhalla, NY and Steven and wife Carmela of Orangeburg, NY. Cherished grandmother of Lauren, Tracy, Elizabeth and her husband George, Dan, Pierce, Alexandra, Mark, Tom, Steven Jr., James and Julia. Dearest sister of Barbara Korongy of Mahwah and Virginia Hromulak of Hawthorne, NY.

A registered nurse, Florence worked at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood for 25 years.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10:00 AM at St. Aedan’s RC Church, Pearl River, NY with entombment to follow at Ferncliff Mausoleum, Hartsdale, NY. Visiting hours are Friday 1-3 and 6-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Florence’s memory can be made to the Frances Pope Memorial Foundation at www.francespopefoundation.org.

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Paul Russell Lawrence Bodrato

Paul Russell Lawrence Bodrato, 90, of Closter, passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2016.

Known to family, friends and in business as Russell or just Russ.  Born 14 Jan 1926 to Paul C Bodrato and his wife Molly nee (Meyerer).  Russ grew up in Northvale and Norwood.  He graduated Closter High School Class of 1943. He served in the US Navy WWII.  After the Navy, Russ attended Business school and joined his father’s business All Brands Tire Exchange in Hackensack. Russ and his brother Roger expanded the business to include All Brands Auto Sales, a leading independent used car dealership in Bergen County from 1948 to 1968. In 1968, Russ again expanded All Brands to include the new car line Datsun which became Nissan in 1981.  Russell and Roger became valued dealers in the Nissan franchise being awarded top sales and service honors throughout their 38 years with them. Over the course of these years, Russell’s two sons, Gary and Edward, along with Roger’s two sons, Glenn and Graham, joined the family business, so a customer never had to look far to have a family member help them.

Russell married Eleanor (nee Sella), the girl that always knew she was going to marry him in 1948. Russ and Eleanor settled in Closter and raised their two boys and daughter Chante’ there. They enjoyed an active life style, traveling the US and spending time at their home on Singer Island, FL. His favorite pastime included golf, card playing and deep sea fishing with his buddies.  His all day card games were something of a legend.

Russell sat on the Board of Directors for Midland Bank and Trust (now Valley National Bank) and held a seat on the Dealer Advisory Board at Valley. He was a long time member of White Beeches Country Club, a 64 year member of the Masonic Temple, a life member of the Elks, long time member of the American Legion Post 366 in Northvale and Honorary Member of PBA Local in Hackensack.

Pop leaves behind the love of his life Eleanor, his wife of 67 years; his children, Gary and his wife Mary of River Vale, Edward and his companion Kim of Dumont and Chante’ of Closter; his five grandchildren, Kelli and fiancé Tim, Molly and her fiancé Alex, Toni and her husband William, Paul and his fiancé Amy, Victoria and his great granddaughter Jasmin.  Also, his surviving cousins Elmo, Arty and wife Waldine, who called him every day to raise his spirits.

Russ now joins his mom Molly, father Paul, beloved brother and partner Roger, cousins Fred and wife Vivian, Joe and wife Fran and cousin Elmo’s wife, Yolanda at Rockland Cemetery.  Russ also joins his favorite Aunt Mildred and her husband Kermit Suits and Aunt Marie and Uncle Joe Guglielmo.  We’re sure there are more aunts and uncles and cousins we never met.

Pop had one thing that never changed in his life, the love of family.  Without a doubt his last hand was a Royal Flush.

Visitation will be at Pizzi Funeral Home 120 Paris Ave Northvale (201-767-3050) on Thursday February 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM.  Funeral services Friday at 11 AM at funeral with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to your favorite charity.

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Hector J. Caruso

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Hector J. Caruso, 83, of Ocean County, formerly of Norwood, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2016. Beloved father of Stephen and his wife Rosalie of River Vale and Denise Carnazza and her husband Guy of Old Tappan. Cherished grandfather of Kristen, Stephen, Alyssa, Sonni and Jean Marie and great-grandfather of Poppy Rose. Dear brother of Grace LoRubbio of Brooklyn and Albert Caruso and his wife Gina of CT. Loving uncle of Al, Michael and Robert. He is also survived by his companion Barbara Himich. Pre-deceased by his former wife Angelina.

Hector was a US Air Force Veteran of the Korean War. In addition to his career as a salesman for Hydro-Therm in Northvale, he worked for the U.S. Postal Service and owned a delicatessen in Brooklyn. Always the life of the party, Hector loved Jazz music and playing the piano. He will be dearly missed.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10:30 AM at St. Andrew’s RC Church, Westwood.

Arrangements by Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale.

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Joseph A. Garofalo

Joseph A. Garofalo, 83, of Norwood, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 8, 2016. Beloved husband of Frances (nee Arcury). Cherished father of Marianna Perry and her husband Ben (B.J.) of Oakland and Vincent and his wife Colleen of East Brunswick. Adored grandfather of Melissa, Ryan, Jenna, Joseph, Sarah and Tyler. Dearest brother of Frances D’Andrea of Norwood.

Joseph was a US Army Veteran of the Korean War. He was a professor of textile science at the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC for over 40 years and had been a trustee and treasurer of the Federal Teachers’ Credit Union as well as treasurer of the United Federation of Teachers.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception RC Church, Norwood with entombment to follow at Madonna Mausoleum, Fort Lee.  Visiting hours are Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the U.C.E. Scholarship Fund in memory of Joseph Garofalo, 227 West 27th Street, NY, NY 10001.

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Robert Armstrong

Robert Armstrong, 63, of Nanuet, NY, passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2016. Beloved husband of Maureen (nee Owens). Devoted father of Robert S. Armstrong. Dearest brother of Thomas and wife Joan, Barbara Raughter and husband Mike, Helen Furletti and husband Bob, Catherine Fuhrmann, Ann Joyce and husband Steve, John, Mary Jane Rodgers, William, Margie O’Connell and husband Pat and Patricia O’Connor and husband Bobby. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Bob recently retired from the Northern Valley Regional High School where he was the District Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds for 29 years. Robert cherished time spent at home working around the house and loved spending time with his family. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday 10:00 AM at St. Aedan’s RC Church in Pearl River, NY. Visiting hours are Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).

Those who wish may make a donation in Robert’s memory to the charity of their choice.

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Margaret Jean Campora

Margaret Jean Campora (nee Dunn), 84, of Northvale, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Henry. Devoted mother of Henry and his wife Olga of Palm Coast, FL, Thomas and his wife Joanne of Northvale and the late James. Adored grandmother of Dawn Alcantara and her husband John, Ashleigh Campora, Henry Campora and Christine Campora and great-grandmother of Isabella and Adriana. Dearest sister of Rita Johnson of Oneonta, NY. Loving mother-in-law of Francine Campora.

Mrs. Campora was a member of the Communication Workers of America and was a supervisor for AT&T.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 10:30 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY. Visiting hours are Thursday 7-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

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Richard W. Fleury, Sr.

Richard W. Fleury, Sr., 74, of Tenafly, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Marie. Loving father of James and his wife Ann Marie and Richard and his wife Lisa. Adored grandfather of Jessica, Alek, Allison, Zachary, William and Zoe. Dearest brother of Patricia Murphy and her husband Joseph, Suzanne Panarotti, Judith Florio, Brian and his wife Nancy, Deborah Brown and husband Coley and the late Michael and Robert. Also survived by his sisters-in-law, Dorothy Vogt and Anna Fleury and many other relatives and friends.

Dick was a US Navy veteran. He was the co-owner of Firenze and Maines Sewer and Drain Service in Northvale for many years. He served the borough of Tenafly for many years as a volunteer fireman and as a member of the Board of Health. He was also a parishioner of St. Therese RC Church in Cresskill.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday 11:00 at St. Therese Church, Cresskill. Visiting hours are Monday 2-4 and 6:30-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

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Marco Alexander Fiaschi

Marco Alexander Fiaschi, 19, of Harrington Park, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 19, 2016. Beloved son of Leonardo and Caroline Fiaschi. Loving brother of Michela Piccoline and her husband Anthony of Montclair and Laura Fiaschi of Harrington Park. Cherished grandson of Patricia Schmitt of Nyack, NY and Vanna Fiaschi of Milan, Italy. Predeceased by his grandfathers, Robert Schmitt and Alessandro Fiaschi. Adored nephew of Henry Schmitt and Simona Sordon.

Marco loved life and enjoyed being outdoors. He was on the NVOT Tennis team, played the saxophone on the marching band and loved snowboarding and skateboarding. He will be dearly missed.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday 11:00 AM at the Church of the Holy Communion, 66 Summit St., Norwood. Visiting hours are Thursday 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Marco’s memory may be made to the Lyme and Tick Borne Diseases Research Center at Columbia University Medical Center at www.columbia-lyme.org.

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