Archives for July 2019

John J. Smyth, 94, of Old Tappan, formerly of Dumont, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2019. Loving husband of the late Mary Smyth (nee Kennedy). Devoted father of Kevin and his wife Gwen of Cary, NC, Marie Homa and her husband James of Stockholm, NJ, and Sharon Giardini and her husband Daniel of New City, NY. Adored grandfather of Kasey and her husband Chase, Matthew, Kevin, Jr., Christopher, Ryan, Kyle, Danielle and Riley. Dearest brother of Bridgee Munnelly.

John retired from Mason Tenders Local 79 in NYC. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and was proud of both his family and his Irish heritage.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, 11 AM at Immaculate Conception RC Church, Norwood. Visiting hours are Wednesday 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale (201-767-3050).

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Joseph Vara, Sr., 78, of Pearl River, formerly of Blauvelt, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 5, 2019. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Narcisse). Cherished father of Tracy Garro and husband Marc of Blauvelt and the late Joseph Jr. Proud grandfather of Alyssa, Anthony, Joseph, Taylor and Nicholas. Dear father-in-law of Angela Vara. Loving brother of Barbara Vara Fleming and the late John and James. He is also survived by his beloved horse, Major.

Joe was a US Army veteran. He was an operating engineer for Local 14 for many years. Joe adored his horse, Major, was an avid golfer and enjoyed riding motorcycles, on-road and off. He will be dearly missed.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday 11 AM at St. Aedan’s RC Church, Pearl River. Visiting hours are Monday 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe’s memory may be made to Hi-Tor Animal Shelter, www.hitor.org.

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Domenico Gaudio, 70, of Northvale, formerly of the Bronx, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, July 2, 2019. Devoted husband of Rosa (nee Tevere). Proud father of Maria LaRocco and her husband Philip of New City and Vincenzo Gaudio of Bronx, NY. Adored nonno of Olivia Rosa and Philip III. Beloved brother of Anna Reda and her husband Mario, Antonio Gaudio and his wife Maria, Pasquale Gaudio, Josephine Tevere and her husband Giuseppe, Giuseppe Gaudio and Flora Foglia and her husband Philip. Loving uncle of many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Domenico traveled to the United States in 1968 from Calabria, Italy. Along with his father and brothers, he opened up the Original Three Boys from Italy Pizzeria in the Bronx, NY.  Domenico married the love of his life, Rosa, in 1979 and became the proud father of Maria and Vincenzo.  In 1995, he opened Three Boys From Italy in Northvale, NJ, where he shared his love of good food and good friends with this community for over 20 years.  Domenico will be remembered fondly for his love and devotion to his family and friends, his love of Italian soccer, his passion for making and sharing his homemade wine, his love for his grandchildren, and for the joy he brought to others.  Domenico will continue to be a constant presence in the lives of all who know and love him.  He has made a mark on this world and will be greatly missed. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, July 6 at 10 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with entombment to follow at Ferncliff Mausoleum, Hartsdale, NY. Visiting hours are Thursday, July 4 from 2-4 PM and Friday, July 5 from 2-4 and 6-9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).

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Jeannie R. Ryan, 63, died on Monday July 1, 2019 after years of strength and fierce optimism in a struggle against cancer.  She was the beloved mother of Erica Ryan (and husband Matthew Schuck) and Michael John Ryan (and wife Candice Lim).  She was grandmother to Alice Ryan Schuck, her favorite person on this earth.  She was the cherished sister of Mary Jane Sacco (and husband Charles Sacco), John Conroy (and wife Susan Conroy), Nancy Cirelli, and Donna DeNucci (and husband Mario DeNucci).  She was predeceased by her parents, John and Mary Jane Conroy.  And she was loved by many family and friends.  She made the world a better place, and we carry her on in our hearts. 

Visiting hours are Saturday, July 6, 2019 from 1-3 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Jeannie’s memory may be made to METAvivor at https://secure.metavivor.org/page/contribute/default

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