Irene M. Widman, 89, of Northvale, NJ, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Beloved wife of 67 years to Kenneth F. Widman. Loving mother of Wendy Widmann and Cindy Lillis and her husband Stephen. Proud grandmother of Stephen, Thomas and Michael. Dearest sister of Diane Croce and the late John Keutmann and Thomas Keutmann.
Irene was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She never missed watching an episode of Judge Judy,loved Nat King Cole, Johnny Mathis, Haagen-Dazs ice cream and spending time at their happy place, Siesta Key, FL. Irene will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Visiting hours are Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 2-5 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at Tappan Cemetery, Tappan, NY.
Those who wish may make a donation in Irene’s memory to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.
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We send our deepest, heartfelt condolences to Kenny, Wendy, Cindy and family. We’ve lost such a dear friend but hold on to the many wonderful memories from throughout these many years. With our love always.
Dear Kenny, Wendy, Cindy, Steve and boys, I am so sorry to hear of sweet Irene’s passing. May she rest peacefully in the arms of our Lord. I have many wonderful memories of our times together! Sending hugs and love to all of you. May your cherished memories keep her alive in your hearts.
Dear Kenny, Wendy, Cindy and the Lillis Family, I am so sorry that I could not be with you in this time of Irene’s passing. She will always be remembered in my heart even though the distance between us has been great, I never forgot about any of you and the times that we were able to spend together. I still remember when Ken and Irene attended my wedding here in California. Irene is now resting comfortably and at peace with our Lord.