Richard Francis Harm, 75, of Northvale, NJ, passed away surrounded by his family on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Beloved husband of Barbara (née DiFabio). Loving father of Janine and her partner Adam, and Lauren Ritter and her husband Brian. Caring and loving “Gramps” of Olivia, Juliette, and Charlie. Proud brother of Raymond Harm and his wife Vicki. Beloved brother-in-law, uncle, and great uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Raymond and Frances Harm, and his brothers, Michael and David Harm.
Rich was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, as well as a member of the Closter American Legion. He spent over 40 years working in sanitation, first with DiRese & Sons, then Allied Waste, and retired from Waste Management as a route supervisor in 2016.
He enjoyed watching sports and was a passionate Green Bay Packers fan. He could often be found cheering and yelling at the TV on Sunday afternoons in the fall. In the spring and summer, he followed the New York Yankees.
He loved spending time at his cottage on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire, where he gained a second family at the Deepwood Lodges complex. He spent countless hours fishing on the lake and was happiest when teaching his grandchildren the art of fishing.
He was a devoted and loving husband and father. He volunteered his time to coach his daughters’ basketball and softball teams when they were growing up and never missed an important event. To his family and friends, he was known for giving detailed directions to any place in Bergen County.
Above all, he loved his wife, daughters and grandchildren.
Visiting hours are Thursday, May 21, 2026 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11 AM at St. Mary’s RC Church, Closter, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Toys for Tots.
www.pizzifuneralhome.com
Sending so much love to you Barbara and Janine and Lauren and family. What a lovely write up for an outstanding husband, father and gramps. I will always remember Rich on the beach at Deepwood with the grandkids that he loved so much. I pray for peace in your hearts. -Kathy Eisemann
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Dear Barbara & Family,
So sorry for your loss. I remember Richard fondly from our days at bowling. I know he will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts & prayers.
Sincerely, Carol Henyecz
Barbara, Janine, Lauren, & Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Harm. I will always remember the days at Deepwoods watching him fish or sitting on the dock. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ashley White (Apuzzo)
The Weissenborn family is so saddened to hear the news of another lost Deepwood’s family member. Rich was always a pleasure to see first thing on a beautiful August morning with a BIG smile on his face and his newest fishing adventure to be told. Sending our love and prayers to the entire Harm family. He will be deeply missed! xo
Barbara, Janine, and Lauren, and family,
So sorry for your loss. Richie was a great guy who loved his family. He will be truly missed. God bless all of you.
The Broomall family
Barbara, Janine, Lauren, Brian, Olivia, Juliette and Charlie-
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Rich. He will be missed, especially at the Lake where we all enjoyed many summers together. The memories made there will last a lifetime. It’s a special place to be a part of. Sending you all strength and love during this time. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda LaLuna, Bill Lynch and families