John S. Gonzalez, 91, of Northvale, passed away on Saturday, April 8, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Carmen. Cherished father of Mercedes Pedrick of Old Tappan and the late John M. Gonzalez. Dearest uncle of many loving nieces and nephews. Also survived by his beloved dog Danny.

John was a US Navy Veteran of WWII. He worked his entire life in the restaurant business and was a waiter at Confetti’s in Norwood and Old Tappan, Danny’s Steak House in Closter, and in NYC at Basin Street East, The Edison Hotel and Fafies.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at Tappan Cemetery, Tappan, NY. Visiting hours are Monday 5-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).

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Visiting hours will be held at St. Zita’s Villa, 50 Saddle River Road, Monsey, NY on Sunday from 2-6 PM in the chapel.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday at 10 AM.

 

Lawrence Clayton Bibb, (Larry), formerly of Alexandria, VA and Verona, NJ died on April 4, 2017, in Paramus, NJ from complications of Lewy Body Disease. Beloved husband of the late Doris (nee Spohr) Bibb, (45 years), loving father to Susan Markisz (Robert Markisz) of the Bronx, NY; Daniel Bibb (Gabriele Higgins Bibb) of Harrington Park, NJ and Barbara Carns of Annandale, VA; cherished grandfather of Christopher and Kathryn Markisz, Danielle, Devon and Diana Bibb, and Emily, Jessica and Joseph Carns. Devoted son of the late Margaret (nee Iden) Bibb and Ernest Bibb; brother of the late Linwood Bibb, and sister of the late Evelyn V. (nee Bibb) Pollard.

 

Larry was a WWII Navy Veteran. Although blind in his left eye from a childhood accident, he passed the Navy physical by memorizing the eye chart and served as a Pharmacist’s mate in the Pacific. After leaving the Navy, he worked as an Accountant in the Corporation Audits Division of the General Accounting Office in Washington, DC.

 

Larry attended Northwestern University and George Washington University where he received a B.A. degree in accounting. On May 12, 1951, he married Doris Elisabeth Spohr (who served as a sergeant in the Marine Corps Women’s Reserve during World War II) of St. Louis, Missouri, at St. Mary’s Church in Alexandria, VA.

 

He worked for Montgomery Ward and Spurgeon Mercantile, the latter, a chain of department stores based in Chicago before relocating with his family to the east coast, where he had a successful 25-year career in real estate for the J.C. Penney Company, and after his retirement, as a commercial real estate broker. The Bibb family moved to Verona, NJ in 1962 where they were active in the community and in Our Lady of the Lake Church and School. In 2012, Larry moved to Bergen County, NJ.

 

Larry and his wife of 45 years, Doris were superb dancers. They met at the Lotus Restaurant, a supper club in Washington, D.C. in the late 40’s. Larry was also a long-time member of the Old Dominion Boat Club of Alexandria, VA, where he was a member of the basketball and bowling teams, and was a member of an award-winning eight-oared shell crew, racing in the Middle States Regatta and other races from 1947-1950.

 

Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 8 from 4 to 7pm at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ 07647 (Tel. 201-767-3050). https://pizzifuneralhome.com

 

Visitation will be held in Virginia on Tuesday, April 11 at Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home, 9902 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA 22032 (Tel. 703-425-9702). http://www.fairfaxmemorialfuneralhome.com

 

A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 12 at 10:30am at the Church of the Nativity at 6400 Nativity Lane, Burke, VA 22015 (Tel. 703-455-2400) with interment immediately following, at Fairfax Memorial Park, 9900 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA 22032 (Tel. 703-323-5202). Fairfax Memorial Park

 

 

The world has lost a true, good, kind and loveable man. John Vincent Barnes, Jr., 80 years old, died peacefully after a short, valiant fight against the scourge that is cancer. John was born July 26, 1936 in Philadelphia, PA. A large part of his early childhood was spent shuttling between Brooklyn, New Jersey and various parts of Queens. At age 15 he settled in Whitestone, Queens. John has spent the last 40 years in his beloved Norwood, NJ where he served, for 20 years, on the Board of Adjustment. Before he retired, John was a sales engineer in the elevator industry. He spent close to half a century working in that field, first with O. Thompson, Otis Elevator Company, and GAL Manufacturing Company. He spent 28 years at GAL doing a job that he loved for a company that he loved, so we have to say he never worked a day in his life because of that love. He also was a founding member of the Optimist Club and a proud member of the Norwood American Legion. He always said the 4 years he spent in the United States Air Force helped him so much in his life. He coached his 3 children’s sport teams and was an integral part of their lives and the life of the community.

John met his wife of 53 years in Long Beach, Long Island, where they still have a summer home. He loved Long Beach and the people on California Street. No one was a better father and grandfather to his three children, Jackie (John Douglas), Jennifer (John Reeves) and John Vincent Barnes III. He was everything to his 5 grandchildren, Lauren, Jack, and Jessie Reeves, as well as Meghan and Sean Douglas, and they were everything to him. During the course of a happy and fulfilling marriage Linda and John made treasured friends, traveled the world, and spent many happy times supporting NYC theater. John was an avid reader and the Norwood Library has lost a very loyal customer. John touched and inspired so many and leaves behind a beautiful legacy.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 10 AM at Our Lady of Victories RC Church, Harrington Park with interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus. Visiting hours are Thursday 3-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave., Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers the family would like donations to be made to the American Legion College Scholarship Fund, 480 Broadway, Norwood, NJ 07648.

Rest in peace, sweet, sweet man.

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Kyle John Boyce, 39, of Nyack, formerly of Tappan, died on April 2, 2017. Kyle was the loving son of Kimberly Allen of Tappan, NY and James P. Boyce of Navarre, Florida. Kyle’s Grandmother and Best Buddy, June Groll, of Cortwood Village passed away in February 2017.  He leaves behind; Grandmother Mary Anyel of Florida, Uncle Richard Allen of Sparkill, Aunt and his God Mother Dana Gabrielson of Sparkill, Aunt Donna Brown of Sparkill, Uncle Tommy Hogan of Tappan, Uncles Dennis Boyce and Richard Boyce of Florida, Cousins Liam and Michael Boyce of Massachusetts, Aunt Joan Lorenzen of Toms River NJ and Uncle Rob Brennan, wife Cheryl and children Sophia, Elizabeth and James. Kyle worked for the Town of Clarkstown Congers Recreation Center for 15 years alongside his boss and best friend Mike McDonald.

He was everything to everybody and not only was he our Kyle he was everybody’s Kyle…He was our gift in this lifetime and we will always be grateful for his love and lifeforce…Visiting hours are Friday 2-4 and 7-9 at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050). Funeral Mass at St. Catherine’s Church, Blauvelt at 10 am with burial to follow at Tappan Cemetery.

Donations may be made in Kyle’s memory to the Make-A-Wish Foundation or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital

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Funeral Services will be private.

 

Francesca G. Cracolici (nee Graziano), 89, of Bergenfield, formerly of Northvale, passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2017. Francesca was born in Palermo, Italy and immigrated to the United States in 1974.  Beloved wife of the late Giulio. Devoted mother of Izzy and wife Marie of Spring Valley, NY, Josie Giovinazzo of Bergenfield, Tom and wife Mandy of St. Clairsville, OH, Sal and wife Helga of Orangeburg, NY and the late Rosario. Francesca was blessed with nine grandchildren and their families. She was the adored great-grandmother of six. Dearest sister of the late Rose Favaloro and Salvatore Graziano. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews in both America and Italy as well as many other loving relatives and friends.

Francesca was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends and her gardening skills were second to none. Most of all, she enjoyed  spending time with family, especially during holidays.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday 10 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at Tappan Cemetery, Tappan, NY. Visiting hours are Sunday 3-6 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).

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Ann M. DelGreco (nee Randazzo), 78, of Washington Twp., passed away surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, March 19, 2017. Beloved wife of Anthony M. for 57 years. Cherished mother of Michael and wife Patricia of Woodland Park and Terri Smith and husband Charles of Ballston Lake, NY. Adored grandmother of Connor, Nicolas, Sam, Jamie and Natalie and great-grandmother of James. Predeceased by her brother Cosmo and sister-in-law Terry Holster. She will also be dearly missed by many other loving relatives and friends.

Ann was a manager at Western Union in Buckley’s Drug Store in Englewood for many years. Prior to that she worked in the collections department at Simplicity Patterns in NYC. She was a dedicated parishioner of Our Lady of Good Counsel RC Church in Washington Twp.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 AM at Our Lady of Good Counsel with interment to follow at St. Nicholas Cemetery, Lodi. Visiting hours are Tuesday 4-8 PM at Feeney Funeral Home, 232 Franklin Ave., Ridgewood, NJ.

Donations in Ann’s memory may be made to the local food bank of one’s choice.

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Mary Josephine Dowd (nee Murphy), 77, of Woodside, NY, passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of Peter Dowd. Devoted mother of Caroline Mongelli and husband Vincent of Jim Thorpe, PA, Peter Dowd and wife Margaret of Pearl River, NY and Anne O’Brien and husband Kevin of Montvale. Adored grandmother of Jack, Nora, Roan, Niall, Declan and Maebh. Dearest sister of Rose Murphy and husband Jerry of Blauvelt, Anne Farrell and Michael Murphy, both of County Longford, Ireland.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday 11 AM at St. Catharine’s Church, Blauvelt with interment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery.

Arrangements by Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale.

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Richard J. Viale, Jr., 67, of Northvale, passed away on Saturday, March 18, 2017. Loving father of Richard J. Viale, III and wife Davita of Decatur, GA and step-father of Lorraine Jordan of Paterson. Dearest brother of Terri Esola Englehardt of Norwood, John Haffa, Barbara Esola and the late Juanita Ford and brother-in-law Henry Englehardt. Cherished uncle of Kenneth Esola, Richard Esola, David Esola and Christine Esola. He is also survived by many other loving relatives and friends as well as his devoted dog, Sophia.

Richie was a USMC Veteran of the Vietnam War and was past commander of the Norwood American Legion Post 272.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 8 from 12 noon to 2 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations in Rich’s memory to the Disabled American Veterans, www.dav.org.

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