Despina “Diane” Proios (nee Roussetakis), 91, of Jackson, NJ, formerly of Northvale, NJ, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024.  Beloved wife of Steve Proios.  Loving mother of Nicholas and wife Julie, Jason and wife Mandy and the late Paul.  Caring grandmother of Ryan Proios.  Proud sister of Nicholas Russell and wife Myra and Corrine Helland.  Adored aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Diane was a secretary for Otis Elevator in Montvale, NJ for many years.  She was also an active parishioner of St. Anthony’s Orthodox Church in Bergenfield, NJ before moving to Jackson.

The family will be gathering at St. Anthony’s Orthodox Church, Bergenfield, NJ, on Monday, November 11, 2024 at 10:30 AM.  A Funeral Service will begin at 11 AM followed by burial at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ.

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Mark Fiedler, 66, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024. He was the loving father of Kelly Zavodsky and her husband Chris, Jill Fiedler and Tyler Fiedler. Cherished brother of Cindy Schama and her husband Joe. He is also survived by his partner Carol Leeman.

Mark worked for the Old Tappan DPW and was due to retire this spring. He was a dedicated life member of the Old Tappan Volunteer Fire Department and was President and an Ex-Chief. He was a hard-working, honest man who was always the first to lend a hand in times of need. He will be remembered by all who knew him.

Visiting hours are Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10 AM with entombment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mark’s memory to Tunnel to Towers, www.t2t.org,  would be greatly appreciated.

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Angela Marie Caserta (nee Valdinoto), 65 of Harrington Park, NJ, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024 – All Saints Day. Beloved wife of Gregg A. Caserta. Loving mother of Gregg and his wife Erin and Christopher. Survived by her younger brother Frank Valdinoto, her dear cousin Frank, and many other loving friends and family members.

Angela was a social worker at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in NYC for many years. She taught CCD at Our Lady of Victories, Harrington Park when her boys were young, and volunteered as an ESL teacher in her community. Most of all, Angela was a devoted wife, mother, aunt, cousin, and friend. She will always be remembered for her kindness and generosity. She was a gentle soul who always put others first, and her heart and her home were open to everyone she knew.

The family will gather at Our Lady of Victories RC Church, Harrington Park, NJ on Monday, November 4, 2024 at 9:30 AM. A Funeral Mass will then be celebrated at 10 AM and entombment will follow at St. John’s Cemetery, Middle Village, NY.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital would be greatly appreciated.

On Friday, October 18, 2024, Anthony E. Naccarella passed quietly from this life. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arcangelo and Marianina Naccarella as well as his siblings, Edith Giuriceo and Delio Naccarella. He is survived by his wife, Margaret; his children, Michele Skop and Michael; and his step-children, Michael Jackson and Michelle Blanchard as well as his seven grandchildren, Lauren Jackson, Jenna Naccarella, Ryan Jackson, Michael Naccarella, Brett Jackson, Carly Skop, and Briley Blanchard.

Anthony served in the Army during the Korean War. Then he went on to a career as a senior designer / draftsman working primarily with Ebasco Services in the nuclear industry within Florida, Louisiana, Texas, and New York states and with Raytheon Engineers and Constructors in nuclear waste management.

Anthony loved family, social gatherings, traveling, and good food. He was a strong, self-disciplined, but fun-loving man who brought out the best in others. He was tremendously proud of both his Italian and American heritage.

We deeply mourn his loss.

Visiting hours are Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 9-11 AM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ. Burial will follow at Rockland Cemetery,Sparkill, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Anthony’s memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org.

Lorraine Ann Vazquez (nee Lynch), 65, of Blauvelt, NY, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband, Manuel Vazquez, her son, Connor Vazquez and her brothers, Edward Lynch and Stephen Lynch.

Lori was the beloved mother of Kristina Vazquez and Robert Vazquez and the loving sister of Barbara Shaw and her husband Richard. Cherished aunt of Karen Lorenzo, Tricia Naughton, Kerry Vlachou, Noelle Lynch, Kevin Lynch, Stephen Lynch and Sean Lynch.

Lori was an assistant treasurer for the Nederlander Theater on Broadway for many years. Her best times were pool parties on Yale Terrace, time spent with family, including her extended family, the Olcese and Kane families and of course her beloved dogs. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Visiting hours are Monday, November 4, 2024 from 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at 10 AM at St. Catharine’s RC Church, Blauvelt, NY.

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

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Kyle Christopher McSweeney, aged 37, of Norwood, NJ passed away suddenly. He is survived by his parents Thomas and Cynthia McSweeney (nee DeGloria), his older and younger brothers Ryan and Sean McSweeney, sister in law Lauren McSweeney, and nieces whom he cherished, Taylor and Madison McSweeney.

Kyle was an employee of the State of New Jersey as a Taxation Investigator for 14 years.  He was a graduate of Northern Valley Regional High School and later earned his bachelors degree at Qunnapiac University.  He was an accomplished wrestler starting at the age of 7 winning numerous tournaments and ultimately winning the State Wrestling Tournament as a freshman in high school. His success resulted in both his brothers to join him in this demanding sport.

Kyle loved spending time at the beach and driving his car wherever the road would take him. He loved music and played guitar from the time he was eight.  Kyle had the privilege of meeting his favorite band 311, and created a personal long-term friendship with the band’s bassist P-nut. Over the years, he attended over 60 of their concerts across the country.  The ultimate gift was playing backstage at Hammerstein Theater in New York City with the bassist P-Nut when he was 17. 

Kyle was a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan and traveled several times to Dallas to watch his favorite team play in their new stadium. He was there for the first wild card playoff when they prevailed over Donovan McNabb and the Eagles.   

In his spare time, Kyle would volunteer for Peace4Paws in Westwood and transport dogs to new adopted homes. Often, he would travel hundreds of miles to help transport dogs in need of new homes.  His dedication and contributions were recognized and awarded at their annual fundraiser.  

Services will be held at Pizzi Funeral Home in Northvale, NJ on Friday November 1, 2024 from 3-7 pm with a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart in Tappan, New York  on Saturday November 2, 2024 at 11 am.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed through the livestream link below:

https://stjohnnewman.org/livestreaming-mass

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Peace4Paws in Kyle’s memory. www.peace4paws.org/donate

 Kyle will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. He will be forever in our hearts.

Peter A. Rinaldi, Sr., 63, of Norwood, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Beloved husband of 43 years to Lisa (nee Mistretta). Cherished father of Peter Jr. and his wife Adrienne, Patricia Towey and her husband John-Paul, Lauren Talian and her husband Alex and Matthew and his wife Melissa. Proud and loving grandfather of Taylor, Peter, Ellie, Trevor, Gino, Emilia, Penelope, Dylan, Matteo, Nico, and Arleigh. Dear brother to Denise DeMarzo and husband, Vincent, Karen Horan and husband, Chris and Vincent, Jr. and wife, Denise. He was predeceased by his mother, Arline (nee Thorpe) and his father, Vincent, Sr. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Aside from his many talents, Pete was an avid, and expert hunter and sportsman. He loved spending time outside, no matter the season and no matter the task. He admired the beauty of a clean yard, after a long, hard days work, as much as he reveled in the changing colors of the autumn leaves while shed hunting in the woods.

Pete was a fixer. It didn’t matter if it was a mechanical issue with an engine, a tangled-up fishing line or a problem one of his kids was having; he was going to figure out how to fix it.

When Pete entered the room, his presence was felt by all. He didn’t go by “Big Grandpa” for no reason. When the roar of that big red truck came pulling down the street a crowd of his grand babies would be cheering, “Big Grandpa’s here!”and nothing was bigger than the smile on his face when he saw them.

His family was his world, his everything.

Only the love of our Lord, and Savior, Jesus Christ can fill the hole left in our hearts. Until we meet again, in Heaven. We love you.

Visitation wil be Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 2-5 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Pete’s memory to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, www.t2t.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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Richard Newbold, 61, of Norwood NJ, passed away on Monday, October 21, 2024. Beloved husband of Peggy (nee Kersting). Dear stepfather of James, Joey and Douglas. He was predeceased by his parents, Lucullus Merrick (Rick) and Isabele (Scottie) Newbold and brother Gregory. He was also a beloved grandfather, uncle and loyal friend.
Rick was a contractor and owned Double Arrow Construction in Norwood.
Dear God, please hold Rick in Eternal Peace and Light in your kingdom where he will watch over Peggy and all who loved him.
Please grant him the peace and tranquility he has searched for and to all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Celebrate his memory with love, kindness and compassion.

Visiting hours are Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale.

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Sandra Marie Gibbs (nee Albanese), 65, of Northvale, NJ, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Beloved wife of Fredric D. Gibbs, Jr. Devoted mother of Nicole, Steven and Joseph. Cherished daughter of Donald Albanese and his wife Joan. Sandra was predeceased by her mother Mary and brother Daniel Albanese and his wife Theresa. Dear aunt of Danielle and Michael and also survived by many loving relatives and friends.

Sandra worked in customer service first for National Medical Care in Rockleigh, NJ and then Ace Hardware in Northvale for many years. She was then a crossing guard in Northvale until retiring recently.

Visiting hours are Friday, October 25, 2024 from 5-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 196 Firenze St., Northvale, NJ 07647, would be greatly appreciated.

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Sylvia Rita Monti (nee Lidestri), 94, of Demarest, NJ, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, October 21, 2024.

She was predeceased by her husband Edward. She is survived by her son Kenneth (Andrea) and daughters, Laurie (Thomas), and Michele (Richard). Rita was loved by her many grandchildren; Adam, Alex, Jami, Lindsey, Sophia and Lily. She was “GiGi” to Lucas, Blake, Henry, Madison and Madeline.

Rita will be missed by her many nieces, nephews and their families.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 12 PM at St. Therese RC Church, Cresskill, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Rita’s memory to VNA Hospice, http://www.vnahg.org/, would be greatly appreciated.

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