Patricia A. Perry (nee Mullin), 82, of Oakland, NJ, formerly of Bergenfield, NJ and Demarest, NJ, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Perry. Loving mother of Barbara, Benjamin “BJ” Perry and his wife Marianna and Daniel Perry and his wife Janine. Proud grandmother of Megan, Charlie and wife Jenny, Melissa, Ryan, Sarah, Tyler and Janelle and husband Michael. Adored great-grandmother of Ava, Nathan, Noah, Paxton and Kade. Dearest sister of Florence Spies, Robert and the late John Mullin, Thomas Mullin and Daniel Mullin.

Patricia was a dedicated employee at ShopRite in Emerson for many years and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Visiting hours are Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ. Burial will be Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11:30 AM at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Patricia’s memory to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer Research, www.komen.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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Lorraine Jean Maldonato (nee Moncalieri), 90, of Northvale, NJ, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025.  Loving mother of Mark Russo and his partner Pam and the late Lori Joy Russo.  Caring grandmother of Joseph, Alyssa and Salina.  Beloved sister of Winifred Rizzo and her late husband John, and Tonianne Maxwell and her husband Bill.  Proud aunt of Tracie, Jessica, Maxwell and the late Richard.

Lorraine was a lifelong resident of Northvale, NJ.  She worked as a data entry supervisor at MEM Company for over 20 years.  She was also an active volunteer at the Northvale Senior Center, where she would share her love for crafting.

Visiting hours are Wednesday, September 17, 2025 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ.  A funeral service will be held Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 11 AM at the funeral home with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Lorraine’s memory to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, koman.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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William H Kuehn, 82, of Loudonville, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025. Beloved husband of Susan (nee Dermody). Loving father of Lori Terraciano and her husband Brian of Whippany, NJ. Proud grandfather (Poppy) of Max and Matthew.

Bill was a business manager at Equifax for many years before retiring. He then continued working as a collections manager for attorney, Keith Daniels until June of this year. He was a devoted family man who loved golf, his dogs and cheering on the NY Mets and NY Giants. He especially enjoyed spending time in Saratoga watching the horses.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s name can be made to the Foundation for Morristown Medical Center, Designation: Inpatient Hospice and Palliative Care: www.f4mmc.org

James Joseph Daly, 68, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2025, with his family by his side, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born and raised in North Bergen, James later settled in Norwood, where he lived with his family for the past 23 years. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a caring brother, loving uncle, a loyal friend to many, and an amazing dog dad to Blue and Shea.

He will be missed by all of his coworkers at Bergen Community College and Trader Joe’s.

James was an avid sports fan, especially the New York Mets and New York Giants. He never missed the chance to cheer from the stands or the living room. He never missed any of Brendan and Megan’s school or sporting events.  He also loved to travel.

He was also known for his quick wit and his love of old movies — often reciting favorite lines from movies 30 years ago even if his family had already heard them a hundred times. His humor, warmth, and unwavering support will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

James leaves behind his wife Susan, children Brendan and Megan, sister Doreen (Gordon), many nieces and nephews, countless cousins, and lifelong friends. He was predeceased by his father James, mother Margaret and his mother-in-law Anna Mae.

We would like to thank everyone from Villa Marie Claire for the amazing care and compassion that was shown to Jim this past week.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Villa Marie Claire Hospice in James’ honor would be greatly appreciated.

A viewing will be held at Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale, NJ on Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 11:30am-1:30pm.

Denise Lyn Hecht (nee Malinowski), 68, of Teaneck, NJ since 1987, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Steven Hecht and the proud and loving mother of Ian Hecht. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Mary Malinowski, and her sisters, Joyce Pizzi and Arlene Bremson.

Denise received her Master’s Degree in Education at Kean College and was a teacher at Temple Sinai Nursery School in Tenafly, NJ for over 35 years.

Visiting hours are Friday, September 5, 2025 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10 AM at the funeral home with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Denise’s memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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Lorraine Lombardo (nee DiMeo), 80, of Suffern, NY, formerly of Congers, NY, passed at home on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. Beloved wife of Richard Lombardo. Cherished mother of Lorraine Briguglio and Richard Lombardo and his wife April. Adored grandmother of Alex, Victoria and Crosby. Dearest sister of Cynthia DiMeo and the late Mildred O’Keefe.

Lorraine was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her family was her world; especially her grandchildren and she loved to cook for them at any occasion. She will be dearly missed.

Visiting hours are Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 2-6 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10 AM at St. Anthony’s Church, Northvale, NJ with interment to follow at Ascension Cemetery, Airmont, NY.

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Estelle Marie Perretti (nee Muzzio), 94, of Northvale, NJ, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 28^th, 2025.  She was born to George Muzzio and Pauline Hinsen and grew up in Rockleigh and Northvale.  She was predeceased by her husband Donald and daughter Donna.

Loving mother of Daniel and his wife Alisa and Donald Jr.  Very proud grandmother of Melissa, Emily and her husband Thomas, Samantha and her husband Robert, John and Anthony.  She dearly loved her great-granddaughter Lily Estelle.  She is also survived by her brother-in-law Peter Perretti as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Estelle enjoyed bowling, gardening and occasional trips to Yonkers Raceway and Casino with her close friends, as well as many trips with her husband to New England State Fairs.

Visiting hours are Wednesday, September 3^rd, 2025 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ.  A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 4^th, 2025 at 11 AM at Pizzi Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance, 196 Firenze Street, Northvale, NJ 07647.

Paul Torello, Age 82, passed away on August 3, 2025, in North Carolina after a long and courageous battle fighting cancer.

Paul was born on 11/22/42 in Nyack, New York to Joseph and Elsie Torello and was raised in Northvale, NJ. After graduating from Northern Valley Regional High School in 1960, he worked with his father in the construction trade prior to going into the Army. When he returned to Northvale after discharge from the Army, he continued to learn the construction trade from his father and brother and eventually became a successful master carpenter.

Paul felt a duty to the community as did his father. He became a member of the Northvale Fire Department in 1968 eventually rising to the rank of Fire Chief from 1994-1995 before retiring in 2005 and moving to North Carolina.

Paul’s sense of humor and his willingness to help anyone with anything is well known among his family, friends, and community. He could always make you laugh and put a smile on your face. He taught us not only by what he said, but by how he lived – showing the importance of honesty, patience, and compassion. He inspired us to strive to be our best selves. He was admired by friends and colleagues alike. His dedication to his work, his generosity in helping others and his genuine kindness left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Paul is survived by his sons, Christopher Torello and David Torello, his Daughter-In-Law, Tara Torello, his nephew Thomas Torello, Sister-In-Law Joan Torello, his stepchildren Deidre Grimm, Renee Barragan (John), Robert Murphy (Catherine), Jonathan Leary (Brittany), Michael Murphy (Shannon), as well as his grandchildren Aiden, Makenna, Jason, Jessica, Hannah, Daniel, Rebeka, Kyle, Jared, Alaina, Summer, Sean, Kira,Gemma and Molly and great-grandchildren Juliette, Jack, Grayson and Giovanni.
Paul is predeceased by his loving wife Linda Torello, his parents, Joseph and Elsie Torello, his brother Walter Torello, his uncle Fred Ihburg, and his nephew Jamie Torello.

Visiting hours will be held at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave., Northvale, NJ, on Friday, September 26, 2025, from 4-7 PM. Burial will be Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 11 AM at Tappan Cemetery, Tappan, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The Northvale Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 101, Northvale, NJ 07647.

Sheila Marion O’Hara, 62, of Framingham, MA, passed away at her beloved home surrounded by loving family on August 6th, 2025.

Sheila M. O’Hara was born to Thomas L. O’Hara, Jr. and Maureen P. (McElhinney) O’Hara in Needham, Massachusetts. As the sixth of seven children, she had to fight every step of the way to be able to do what her older brothers and sisters were doing. That drive remained at the very core of her being and in how she lived her life.

Sheila is survived by her beloved siblings, Kathleen O’Hara, Tom O’Hara, Kevin O’Hara and wife Elizabeth, Patricia Rice, and husband Barry Joe as well as her sister-in-law Cindy O’Hara Rinaldi. Cherished aunt of Sean O’Hara, Padraig O’Hara, Mairead O’Hara, Catharine Natterman and husband Daniel, David O’Hara and wife Morgan, Elizabeth Bralower and husband Paul, Daniel Clark and wife Clare and Stephen Clark and wife Melissa. Adored great-aunt of Jack and Ella Natterman, Nora, Eamon and Malcolm O’Hara, Mia, James and Tommy Bralower, and Henry, Louisa, and Daphne Clark. In addition, she leaves behind many wonderful and supportive cousins, aunts and uncles.

Sheila was predeceased by her parents, Thomas and Maureen, her sister Erin O’Hara, her brother Brian O’Hara, and her niece Brighid O’Hara.

There are so many amazing attributes about Sheila that we will remember especially her electric blue eyes, radiant smile and her great infectious belly laugh. She had a marvelous sense of humor and just enjoyed living life and having fun. She was kind, generous and charitable to the many causes she believed in including support for animals, military veterans, law enforcement, St Jude’s cancer research, and special Olympics to name a few. She was an adventurer and had traveled to many parts of this country, Canada, Europe, Africa, India, and Costa Rica: her journeys had only just begun…

She was a natural born athlete, and without training she could excel at any sport. Skiing, especially was her passion, as well as teaching her nieces and nephews how to be the best at any activity that they tried. She still enjoyed playing floor hockey with many of her friends. She won many athletic awards for soft ball and field hockey, including scoring the winning goal for the 1980 Massachusetts State Championships in Field Hockey.

Spending time with family was one of Sheila’s greatest joys. When she wasn’t with her family, she built cherished relationships with friends, neighbors and colleagues. She loved her home, her garden, her ROCKS, her music, her beloved New England Patriots, and her Irish heritage. She had an appreciation for the ocean, mountains, beaches, lakes and any outdoor related sports. She loved all animals, none more than her cats Leo and Penny.

The great pride and joy in Sheila’s life was her job as a Special Agent for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Not only did she love her job, she excelled at it and dedicated her life to it. Due to the nature of her job, she couldn’t speak much about her day to day, but we are touched by the incredible show of respect, friendship, love and support from her colleagues. Because of this we know what a difference her career made.

Sheila was the heart and soul of our family, and her presence will surely be missed. She made an indelible mark on this world and all of our lives are better having had her in it. May she finally rest and be at peace. Saddle up, we love you!

A Celebration of Sheila’s Life is planned on October 11th, 2025, at Sheila’s home, 16 Brigati Terrace, Framingham, Massachusetts, 01701 starting at 2 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sheila’s name to any place that supports animals and their well-being, or to Dana Farber Cancer Institute for pancreatic cancer research.

Lawrence J. Wellbank, 65, of Dumont, NJ entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 21, 2025.  Larry joins loved ones who passed before him including his beloved parents John and Norma Wellbank, his sister Janis and his brother-in-law John Jones.

 Larry is survived by his sister Marsha (Robert) Corcoran and his brother Patrick (Arlene) Wellbank. He is also survived by many dear nieces, nephews, extended family and a circle of close friends.   

Larry grew up in Rockleigh NJ.  He was a graduate of Northern Valley Regional at Old Tappan.  Larry approached life with a healthy dose of humor.  Even when faced with frustrating challenges, he maintained unwavering optimism.  He had a love for classic books, enjoyed playing board games and collecting them, as well as collecting CD’s, DVD’s and other memorable items.

He lived his life surrounded by a loving network of family and friends. Larry’s presence will be truly missed by those who knew him.  He will be remembered for his warm smile and kindness, his joyful laugh and his steady presence in the lives of those he loved.

His life was guided by a strong faith in Jesus. He was a member of Living Word Community Church. 

Larry will be interred at Madonna Cemetery in Fort Lee where he will rest with his parents. A private ceremony will be held.

A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor, Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at Living Word Community Church, 53 East Madison Avenue, Dumont, NJ.