Archives for August 2021

Eric Santarlasci, 48, of Trinity, FL, formerly of The Bronx, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 7, 2021. He is survived by his loving parents Joseph and Lorraine Santarlasci, his beautiful children Lorenzo, Giovana and Giuliana, their loving mother Christina and his sister Lauren. Also survived by his Godmother Marion DeSisto and Godfather Jack Mariani.
Eric was a project executive for JA Watts, Inc. where he will be sorely missed.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 14, 2021 from 6-9 PM for family and Sunday, August 15, 2021 from 10 AM – 2 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).
In lieu of flowers, donations in Eric’s memory may be made to Tunnel to Towers. www.pizzifuneralhome.com

James A. Scaringe, 94, of Orangeburg, NY, passed away on Monday, August 9, 2021. Beloved husband of 69 years to Mary (nee Pensiero). Proud father of four sons, James and wife Mary, John and wife Christine, Jerrold, and the late Joseph. Cherished grandfather of Danielle and Gabriella. Dearest brother of Carl, Uncle and cousin to dozens of loving nieces, nephews and cousins. 

Jim was a US Navy Veteran of WWII enlisting as a 17 year old in 1944. He retired from the NYPD as a Detective Sergeant after 26 years of decorated service. He then served as an Assistant Chief Investigator for the State District Attorney’s Office for another 14 years. He was a devoted parishioner and usher at St. Catharine’s Church in Blauvelt, NY and was a member of the Sons of Italy, Rockland Lodge 2176, Blauvelt. He will also be remembered by many in the community for his involvement with the Orangetown “Mighty Midget” Youth Football Organization, where he was known as “Coach Scaringe” for over 22 years.

Due to the current health crisis, funeral arrangements are private but a memorial to properly honor Jim is planned at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Sons of Italy Joseph Scaringe Scholarship Fund, 46 Van Wyck Rd.Blauvelt, N.Y. 10913.

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Marie Farrell (nee LaCavalla), 84, of Northvale, NJ, formerly of Spring Valley, NY, passed away at home on Saturday, May 1, 2021. She was born on February 20, 1937 in Brooklyn, NY to Lilly LaCavalla (nee Ciulla) and Joseph S. LaCavalla.

Beloved wife of the late Thomas Patrick Farrell, Sr. To whom she was married for 50 wonderful years. Together they raised 3 children and 5 grandchildren.

Loving mother of Michael Farrell and wife Barbara of West Nyack, NY, Joseph Farrell and wife Janice of Scotch Plains, NJ and the late Thomas P. Farrell, Jr. She was a very proud grandmother of Hilary, Connor, Teresa, Emily and Maura, whom she loved dearly. Dearest sister of Prudie LaCavalla and the late Joseph LaCavalla and mother-in-law of Heather Farrell.

Marie retired from Mercedes-Benz in Montvale after 20 years of service, where she made lifelong friends. She was a devout parishioner of St. Anthony’s RC Church of Northvale, NJ and was also an active member of the Northvale Senior Center and The Golden Age Club.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at 11 AM.

The family is asking that donations be made in Marie’s memory in lieu of flowers to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org)

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Anna May Sprague, 88, formerly of West Creek, NJ and Keeseville, NY, passed from this world on August 8, 2021 at Bergen County Health Care Center, surrounded by the most caring and loving staff. Anna May was born May 2, 1933, the daughter of Morris Hanley Wilson and Marion Estelle (Caterall) Wilson at her parent’s home in Riverside, NJ. Anna May enjoyed socializing. She possessed a kind child-like heart, a pretty singing voice, and the most gorgeous hands. She often told her story of being offered a hand-modeling job in NYC, but her father thought her too young to embrace the opportunity. The story never got old, and it would be a joy to hear it once again.

Anna may was predeceased by her parents; a sister, Marion (Wilson) Pray and her husband Clifford; a brother, Maurice “Bud” Wilson and his wife Pauline, and a brother Charles Wilson. She is survived by her only daughter, Patricia Ann and her son-in-law, David Mendofik, Jr., three nephews, two nieces, and several great and great-great nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be private.

“Be the things you loved most about the people who are gone, and find a way to forgive the things you loved the least!”

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Dolores Norton (ne Kovacs), 94, of Old Tappan, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021. She was predeceased by her husband Martin and her brother Sonny. Loving mother of Martin Norton. Proud grandmother of Matthew Norton and wife Ashley and Kelly Norton. Dear sister of Beatrice Miller and aunt of Lorraine and Debbie. Also survived by Diane Norton.

Visitation will be Tuesday, August 17, 2021 from 4 – 5:30 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050).

In lieu of flowers, donation to the James F. McGuire Northvale Senior Center, 116 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ 07647, would be greatly appreciated.

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Margaret J. Foley “Marge” (nee Stinson), 85 of Closter, passed away on Saturday, August 7, 2021. She was born in Philadelphia, PA. Beloved wife of 55 years to Brendan Foley. Devoted mother of Liam, Colm and wife Nicole, Siobhan Fulco and husband Anthony, Brendan Jr. and wife Jill, Breige Alexander and late husband Dan, Deirdre Ciampa and husband Chris, and Sean and wife Angelique. Proud grandmother of Lance, Lauren, Alexandra, Adriana, Ella, Peter and Maria. Dearest sister of Robert Stinson and his late wife Ruth and Donna Schmincke and late husband Frank.

Growing up in Philly, Marge enjoyed playing the organ at St. Anne’s Church and being with her extended family. The highlight of her childhood stories usually focused on summering in the country and enjoying all it had to offer. She was a proud supporter of the US military and emergency services, growing up in a family who loved and served our country, beginning with her great grandfather and has continued on through the generations. Love blossomed between her and Brendan soon after he arrived in the states, marrying a few years later. Marge loved to share stories with her family and friends, Brendan always listened even if he had heard them countless times before.

As time marched on Marge, knowing that music was central to their family life, began piano lessons and Irish step dancing classes for all her children. Marge knew this would occupy their time and grow their interest while Brendan played at local ceilis or ones they travelled to in the Catskills. Besides taking care of her large family, Marge’s love of quilting carried through with her children’s classmates. Through projects at Tenakill and St. Mary’s, the school children drew pictures which Marge then made into patchwork quilts to gift to their teachers. Marge was able to do all of this while enjoying her favorite sport – hockey (Go Devils!!!). Marge took great care to write her annual holiday letter to send to the masses around the world, celebrating her family’s adventures and accomplishments from the year.

As her children began to grow up, Marge immersed herself in a new found passion tracking and plotting the family history. Little did Brendan know how time consuming this endeavor would be. Marge loved every moment of reconnecting with family and building new relationships, at times this and her grandchildren were her favorite topics of conversation. The grandchildren held a special place in Marge’s heart and she really loved to nurture them just as she had with her own children. Marge loved spoiling her grandchildren never missing an opportunity to sit by the piano with them and tickle the ivories. Marge’s nurturing ways can be seen today in her grandchildren’s musical ear and artistic talents, her ability to see a picture or listen to a musical tune and then carry that thru to an instrument or canvas is something we will treasure always. 

Marge had been a parishioner of St. Mary’s RC Church in Closter for over 50 years, a member of the St. Mary’s prayer shawl ministry and a member of the Irish Center in Philadelphia for many years.

Visiting hours are Wednesday, Aug. 11 from 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave., Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, Aug. 12 at 10 AM at St. Mary’s RC Church, Closter with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY.

A livestream of the funeral mass can be viewed through the link below:

https://boxcast.tv/channel/margaret-j-foley-funeral-mass-413870

In lieu of flowers, donations in Marge’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s RC Church in Closter or the Closter Volunteer Ambulance Corps in Closter.

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Millie Elsie D’Amico, 85, of Farmingdale, NJ, formerly of Closter, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Millie was predeceased by her beloved husband Vincent D’Amico, her loving daughters, Jo Ann and Margaret Fauci and her dear daughter-in-law Carol. Cherished step-mother of James of Farmingdale, Daniel of Northvale and Keith of Little Egg Harbor. Proud grandmother of Cheryl D’Amico and fiancé Jay, Lisa Leo and husband Billy and Eddie D’Amico. Adored great-grandmother of Vincent Michael Leo.

Millie was the manager of D’Amico Landscaping in Closter for many years. Prior to that she was an executive secretary for Sherwood Refining and Continental Oil Company.

Visiting hours are Friday 9:30 to 10:30 AM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ (201-767-3050). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday at 11 AM at St. Mary’s RC Church, Closter with interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.

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