Gregory D. DeCola, 89, of Congers, NY, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026. Beloved husband of 68 years to Diane (nee LaCattiva). Loving father of Debra Samoylo and her husband Peter, Diane Reynolds and her husband Jay and Gregory DeCola and his wife Patricia. Proud grandfather of Peter and wife Maria, Christopher and wife Vanessa, Pamela and husband Dennis, Jennifer and husband Kevin, Alexandria and husband CJ, Gregory and Anthony. Adored great-grandfather of Leilana, Savannah, Mia, Ava S, Ava R, Charlie and Luciana. He was predeceased by his parents, Patsy and Josephine, and his brother, Philip.
Greg worked in the elevator industry for many years as a technician, supervisor and inspector and last worked for Omega Industries in New City, NY. He was a natural athlete, loved to compete and excelled at all he did. He loved playing basketball, baseball, stickball as a boy and then softball, which he played well into his 70’s. He enjoyed the Pompano Softball League every winter for years. Greg was also an active member and Past-President of the Sons of Italy Rockland Lodge 2176. Above all, he was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend and will be missed by all who knew him.
Visiting hours are Friday, July 31, 2026 from 1-3 and 6-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 10 AM at St. Paul’s RC Church, Congers with entombment to follow at Ascension Cemetery, Airmont, NY.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Greg’s memory may be made to the Gregory DeCola Memorial Scholarship Fund in care of Sons of Italy Rockland Lodge 2176, PO Box 223, Blauvelt, NY 10913 or through the link below:
https://www.rocklandlodge2176.org/serving-the-community
www.pizzifuneralhome.com
I will truly miss Sr.’s amazing personality and fun wit!!!! My life has been made better due to his friendship and for that Im forever grateful.
Dear Diane and Family..we are so sorry to hear about Greg…we loved seeing him at the Surfrider..especially after he just got done with his softball game that he loved.. Tom always like to talk to him .. Our Deepest Sympathy.. Barbara and Tom Pizzi from RI.
Dear friend , you will be missed! Lovely times spent together in Pompano Beach, Greenbriar and Beach Haven! May God keep you close in your deserved eternal life!
Alex and Maria Rios
I worked with Greg approximately 52 years ago as his Helper. Greg was always calm and in control. He had a great rapport with all the Men. It was a pleasure working with him.
My sincere condolences on the passing of Mr. Decola. He was such a wonderful man—always respectful, kind, and willing to lend a helping hand. I will miss him dearly. Wishing his family and friends comfort during this difficult time.
With heartfelt sympathy from all of us at Delaware Elevator and DEM Elevating Equipment. Our thoughts are with your family during this painful time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your father, from Full Capacity Family. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you strength, comfort, and peace in the days ahead.
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. I’m sending you my deepest condolences and wishing you comfort and peace.
May you cherish the happy and meaningful memories of your father, which will bring you comfort during this difficult time. My sympathy and best wishes are with your family
Diane, I have no words. Mary Saliani called me to tell me. I am so happy to have known Greg and spend time with him at Congers pool. I’m sorry that I didn’t get to see him this year. I knew that I would see him at the Italian festival. Grief comes in stages. Remember that grief comes from Love. May his memory be eternal❤️
We are sorry to hear of the news Greg and Family. All of us here at Vantage send you and the family light and love. He will be missed.
I first met Greg when he worked at Archer Elevator and serviced our accounts. He then became a friend ,mentor & confidant who taught me much about elevators, the business, relationships, and life. He was one of the kind and I will miss him.
Dearest Diane and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss of your husband, Dad and grandad,
We have known Greg, Diane and family for over 30 years. We always looked so forward to seeing and being with them at the Surf Rider Resort in Pompano Beach, Florida.
We feel so Privileged to have known them well and loved them.
Our time at the Surf Rider Resort will never be the same without Greg and Diane.
Just wanted you all to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers and we love you.
Praying that the precious Holy Spirit will comfort you all, and one day, we all will meet in Heaven.
Please, know that we are here for you always.
With much love, prayers and condolences,
Lucy, Martin, Sharon and Rachel
Dear Diane, Diane and family. Our most sincere condolences on the passing of Greg. He was always a gentleman with a great love for his family and of course baseball. We loved our chats sitting around the pool at the Surfrider. Our son Joe, was particularly impressed with Greg’s vast knowledge and passion for sports.
Keeping your family in our prayers.
Mary, Walter and all the Della Mora family
Dear Diane and Family,
Lani and I are deeply saddened by the loss of your husband Greg. I will miss the good conversations with Greg about the Yankees/Redsox rivalry and many other subjects in the Surf Rider pool. May the good Lord watch over you and your family during this difficult time. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe and Lani Baris