Russell H. Kunz, of Northvale, formerly of Cliffside Park, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2015. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Manganelli). Devoted father of Carolyn Ross and her husband Thomas of Closter and the late Cheryl Kunz-Mujica. Cherished grandfather of Jennifer, Courtney, Owen, Kaylee and Alexa. Dear cousin of Barbara Hopf-Rahelich of Rochelle Park.
Russ retired from Otis Elevator Company after 40 years where he was an Elevator Constructor. After retirement he was an Elevator Sub-Code Official serving numerous towns all over Bergen County. He also belonged to the Bergen-Passaic Municipal Inspectors Association and the Bergen County Construction Board of Appeals.
Russ also dedicated his life to community service. He served eight years in the US Air Force Reserves. He was a life member of the Northvale Fire Association as well as the NJ-NY Fireman’s Assoc. and the NJ State Exempt Fireman’s Assoc.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday 10:00 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with entombment to follow at Garden of Memories, Washington Twp. Visiting hours are Monday 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).
Memorial donations to the Northvale Fire Association, 204 Washington St, Northvale, NJ 07647, would be greatly appreciated.
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