Archives for November 2019

Paul L. Magnotta, 66, of Dumont, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019. Beloved husband of Deborah (nee Coon). Proud father of Ryan and wife Stacey of Dumont, Jarrett and wife Jen of Montvale and Jesse and wife Stephanie of Dumont. Cherished grandfather of Gianna, Tyler, Connor, Ella, Haiden, Fallon and Brianna. Dearest brother of William and wife Linda of Bergenfield, Joanne Westphal and husband Charlie of Haworth and David and wife Dorothy of Minden, NV. He is also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.

Paul was a HVAC technician for many years before retiring. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather, loved fishing and was a huge fan of the NY Giants. He was very active in the Dumont Rec football program for over 20 years.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart RC Church, Haworth on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 10 AM with a celebration of life to follow at the Dumont Fire House, Independent Company in Dumont.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the Closter Volunteer Ambulance Corp or the Dumont Recreation Program.

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Katherine Klein Kelley of Cresskill, born September 9, 1928, passed away on November 23, after a brief illness.  Born in Woodhaven, Queens, to Edward and Ruth Klein, she graduated from Franklin K. Lane High School; Cornell University (BA); and Teachers College, Columbia University (MRE).  At Cornell, she met the love of her life, the Rev. Dr. Robert J. Kelley, and they married in 1951.

After working on the Lower East Side in community mission, Katherine and Robert moved to Bethel, NY, where he was the pastor of three churches. Robert served two more churches: North Presbyterian in Manhattan and Calvary Presbyterian on Staten Island. At the latter two congregations, Katherine organized and staffed her own flourishing nursery school programs.  Her career concluded as a faculty teacher at the Child Development Center at the College of Staten Island.  In retirement, Katherine continued to live a full life of service, visiting and helping others.  She inspired people to live their best selves. 

Katherine is survived by her loving family: son Jonathan and daughter-in-law Tricia Kelley; daughter-in-law, Tracey Kelley; and daughter Elizabeth and son-in-law Lindsay Shadbolt; her grandchildren Timothy, Katherine (John), David (Priyanka), Aaron (Joanna), William, Christopher, and Evan; her great grandchildren McKenzie, Owen, and Lalitha; her brother John Klein (June) and many nieces, nephews and in-laws. Her beloved husband Robert and son Peter predeceased her.

The family is grateful to all those who made it possible for Katherine to continue to live independently, and especially to her church family at the Presbyterian Church in Norwood.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Presbyterian Church in Norwood on Saturday, November 30, at 2 pm. The family will receive friends and relatives in the church hall from 1 to 2 pm.  Everyone is welcome to gather for refreshments following the Service and to share memories and reflections. In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts in memory of Katherine be made to the Presbyterian Church in Norwood, 701 Broadway, Norwood, NJ 07648.

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Joseph A. D’Urso, 87, of Tappan, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Gloria (nee Mazzella). Loving father of Theresa Albanese and husband Daniel, Joanne Gove and husband Douglas and Joseph D’Urso and wife Lisa. Proud grandfather of Danielle, Michael, Guthrie and Remi. Dearest brother of Sebastian D’Urso and Rita DiBrino.

Joseph was a US Navy Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He retired from Sloans Supermarket in NYC after 40 years where he was manager of the meat department. Joe was a life member of the Tappan Fire Department and belonged to the Carl A. Schelin American Legion Post 1271, Tappan.

Joe had a great love of life and left lasting good impressions on many. Simply said, his presence in this world made it a better place to be.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday 10 AM at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart RC Church, Tappan with interment to follow at Tappan Cemetery. Visiting hours are Friday from 2 PM to 9 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donations in Joe’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, www.stjude.org or Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Church, 120 Kings Highway, Tappan, NY 10983.

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Richard Cancro, 91, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019 in Norwood, NJ peacefully in his sleep. Richard was born May 29, 1928 to Francesco and Maria (Mastandrea) Cancro in New York, New York, the youngest of 5 children. He graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School in 1946.

Richard proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1950-1952. He married Dorothy (Mincieli) Cancro, in 1952 in New York.

A 55-year resident of Norwood, NJ, Richard spent his career as a lithographer, but his overwhelming focus was his devotion to his wife and three sons.  A lifelong Yankees fan and dog lover, he volunteered to train dogs for The Seeing Eye.  His favorite dog that he trained, Cachet, placed first in several dog obedience competitions.

Richard is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy, and their three sons, Nicholas and his wife JoAnn of Rye, NY, Richard and his wife Susan of Closter, NJ, and Thomas, of Cos Cob, CT.  He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Julia, Richard, and Mathew, who brought him immeasurable joy.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 4, 2019 at 10 AM at Immaculate Conception Church, Norwood. Burial will follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY. Visiting hours are 2-4 PM on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Seeing Eye of Morristown, NJ at www.seeingeye.org.

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