Archives for August 2018

Frederick W. Reutlinger, 58, of Northvale, beloved son of the late Laura and William Reutlinger passed away peacefully on July 11, 2018.

Known to family and friends as Fred, he was born June 8, 1960.  He remained a lifelong resident of Northvale, graduating from Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan in 1978.  Then attending Virginia Wesleyan University, graduating in 1983 with a bachelor’s degree in Art.

Fred will forever be remembered as a kind soul who never forgot a birthday.

“He will wipe every pain and tear from their eyes” and there will be peace in heaven.

Funeral services were private.

Evan Henry Sims, 23, beloved son of Henry Farah and Jennifer Sims, died tragically on Friday, August 24, 2018.

Jennifer and Henry would like to thank those of you who have expressed their sympathy on Evan’s passing. He was a unique person in many ways and we love and miss him dearly. Donations should be directed to Doctors without borders or any local food bank.

The link to Evan’s memorial book is evanhenrysims.com

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Eileen LaViola (nee Ullrich) died gracefully on August 25, 2018 in Saddle River, NJ at the age of 90. Born in 1927, in Hoboken, NJ the daughter of Charles and Helen Ullrich. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by a sister Patricia Martelliti. Eileen was predeceased by her husband Mario, (2013) after 63 years of marriage. From early in her life until her death, Eileen nourished the people around her. She remained consistent in character, generosity and social graces. She had a quick wit, loved a good laugh, was consumed with her family’s well-being and was dedicated in her profession.

Education was always important to Eileen, as she would return to that later in life. She graduated from the Nursing Cadet Corps at Holy Name Hospital in Teaneck (1948) as a Registered Nurse. Bachelor’s degree in Nursing came later from St Peters College in Jersey City. She met her husband Mario, the driver of a sleek convertible, on the streets of Teaneck and was married shortly thereafter (1950). While growing up she somehow managed to keep us coiffed and dressed like the Cleavers and yet you could eat off of any floor in our home. Eileen was both elegant and disciplined in every aspect of her life, yet she could also laugh at herself, teaching us the importance of this in a life well lived. She made deep and enduring friendships that she cherished. She was the School Nurse and Health Teacher at the Alpine Elementary School, Alpine, NJ. She was loved by the staff and students at the school for 26 years. Eileen was a parishioner at the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Norwood, NJ.

She had a heart and soul that family, friends and caregivers will miss deeply. While we are most saddened by her loss, we are also relieved by it because dad has been waiting a long time to see her again, and she him.

Left to carry Eileen’s spirit – and we will – are her children Michael, wife Mary, Mark, wife Lisa, Donna, Laurie, husband Doug, Matthew, wife Kerri and predeceased by daughter Andrea. Grandchildren Erik, Ryan, Kathryn, Justin, Katerina, Tetyana, Michael (deceased) and Anthony (deceased). Great Grandchildren Stella, Grace, Henrik and Emmett.

A celebration of Eileen’s life will be held at the Pizzi Funeral Home in Northvale, NJ. Visitation is Wednesday 4-8 pm. Funeral mass at the Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church in Norwood, NJ on Thursday at 10 am followed by interment at Madonna Cemetery, Fort Lee, NJ.

Eileen’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the Villa Marie Claire staff in Saddle River, NJ.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to the Michael F LaViola foundation @ MichaelLaViolaFoundation.org. Eileen would like that.

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Elena Marie Howard, 70 resided at ARC in New City, passed away on Friday, August 24, 2018. She was predeceased by her parents, Aaron and Elena Howard and her brothers, David and Andrew. She is survived by her loving sisters, Judie Pereira and husband Mark of Doylestown, PA and Jennifer Howard of Blauvelt, sister-in-law Leslie Howard of California. She has one niece, Lindsay and three nephews, Travis, Cory and James.

After graduation, Elena was employed by St. Dominic’s in Blauvelt and enjoyed many years of service working with the Nuns and staff. Elena was a loving and artistic spirit who left her mark on all who knew her.

Visitation will be Friday 10 am – 12 noon with a Service to be held at 11:45 am at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Elena’s memory may be made to ARC of Rockland, 25 Hemlock Dr., Congers, NY 10920 or United Hospice of Rockland, 11 Stokum Ln., New City, NY 10956.

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Steven G. Carlone, 51, of Northvale, passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018. Beloved brother of Kathleen Mary Carlone Lupardi and husband Steven, Roseann Porcelli and husband Anthony, James Carlone and wife Donna and Robert Carlone and his wife Diane. Dearest nephew of James Duffy, Jr. and cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving parents George and Anita Carlone.

Funeral Services were private.

Herbert B. Tietjen, 88, of Northvale, passed away at home on Tuesday, August 21, 2018. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn (nee Yanucci). Cherished father of Brian and wife Joanne of Monroe, NY, Michael and wife Mary of Northvale, Christopher and wife Gina of Northvale and Kathleen Fry and husband Kevin of Rumson. Cherished grandfather of Michael Jr., Elysia, Jessica, Brian Jr., Owen, Vanessa, Teagan, Declan and Eamon and  great-grandfather of Marilyn, Gerard and Evelyn. Beloved son of the late Frederick and Katherine and dear brother of John and the late Frederick, Eugene and Florence.

Proud veteran of the Korean War, Herb served as sergeant in the US Army in artillery corps and was a member of the Northvale American Legion Post 366. He was a plumber for Plumbers Local 24 in Hackensack for over 30 years and was a devoted Yankee fan.

Visiting hours are Friday 3-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050) with a service to be held at 6:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Herb’s memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarriorproject.org, would be greatly appreciated.

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Nella Bogaczyk (nee Giansetto) died peacefully in her home in Maryland on August 16, 2018 at the age of 75.

Nella was born in New York, NY to Leonardo and Clementine Giansetto. She graduated from Bergenfield High School in 1960. She married Robert Bogaczyk in 1971. During their 46 years of marriage Nella and Robert lived in Closter, NJ, Madison, WI, and Annapolis, MD.

In addition to her loving husband Robert, Nella is survived by her three children: Suzanne Hartigan and her husband Patrick, John Bogaczyk and his wife Kastury, and Joseph Bogaczyk; and two grandchildren, Gabrielle Hartigan and Luke Bogaczyk. Beloved sister of Joan Mullin.

A wake is scheduled for 3pm-5pm on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at Pizzi Funeral Home (120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ 07647).

A funeral is scheduled for 10am on Monday, August 20, 2018 at the Church of St. Mary (20 Legion Pl, Closter, NJ 07624), with the burial to follow at George Washington Memorial Park (234 Paramus Rd, Paramus, NJ 07652).

All are welcome to attend and celebrate Nella’s life.

Flowers and condolences may be sent to at Pizzi Funeral Home (120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ 07647).

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Nella’s name to a charity of your choice.

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Gloria Hoffer, 94 on Saturday August 11, 2018 in Vero Beach, Florida.  She is survived by her son George (Judi) of Toms River formerly of Ridgewood, NJ and her grandchildren Samantha and Patrick.  Visitation is Thursday from 6-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. Graveside Service Friday 10AM Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY. For directions, condolences and more information, visit pizzifuneralhome.com

Anthony Vittiglio died peacefully on August 12, 2018 at his home in Apex, North Carolina.

He was 97 years old.

Born on January 1, 1921, in Cassino, Italy, of Filomena D’Alessandro and Luigi Vittiglio, he was the eldest sibling of Mary Cardillo and Jenny Rizzi. He married Mary Varlese in December 1949, who died in an earlier year of cancer. Prior to her death, Anthony spent many happy years with her in their former family home on Reeder Place in Rockland County, New York.

Anthony worked as a licensed operating engineer for a New York construction company, and was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers. He later established a construction company of his own, Melvit Construction Corp., in which he served as president.

Anthony was also a proud veteran of the United States Army and was decorated for his military service during World War II, in which he took part in active duty in Europe. He was also decorated by the French Government for his role in the 95^th Division’s liberation of the city of Metz, France, and was particularly honored to take part in the memorial ceremony in that city honoring 95^th Division veterans, which was held on the anniversary of its liberation a few years ago. Anthony also looked forward to reconnecting with surviving veterans and their families at their Annual 95^th Division Reunions held in various major cities throughout the states.

Anthony is survived by his wife, Tina Fazio, and his four daughters and their families: Diana and Magdy Elshenawy, Laura and Patrick Benvenuto, Joyce and Claudio Rodrigo, and Janet and Raul Tersy; his grandchildren: Tarek, Samara, and Mariam Elshenawy; Danielle and Patrick Benvenuto; Cristina Rodrigo and Alyssa Walsh; and Julia, Anthony, and Alex Tersy. Anthony is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Zoe and Roman.

A wake will be held on Friday, August 17, from 2:00-4:00 pm and 7:00-9:00 pm at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ 07647. Funeral services will take place at 11 am on Saturday, August 18, at St. Boniface RC Church, 5 Willow Tree Road, Wesley Hills, NY 10952 with interment to follow at Onderdonk Veterans Cemetery, Suffern, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society.

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