Charles L. Albanese

Charles L. Albanese, 97, born and resided in Northvale his entire life, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, May 19, 2016. Beloved husband of the late Agnes (nee Buonocore). Cherished father of Diane Duncan and husband Mitchell of Rockwood, ME, Michele Albanese of Northvale and Leonard Albanese and wife Grayce of Northvale. Adored grandfather of Leo Albanese and wife Meaghan of Littleton, CO and Charles Albanese of Northvale. Dearest brother of Grace Tirelli of Closter, Joseph of Northvale, Leonard of Closter and the late Antoinette Hallahan and Anthony. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.
Charles was a US Army Air Corps Veteran of World War II serving with the 318th Fighter Group on Saipan and was a proud member of the American Legion for 62 years. He, along with his brothers, owned Albanese Brothers Contracting which they began in 1945 and operated for over fifty years. After retiring Charles worked at the Rockleigh Golf Course for 22 years as ranger and starter. He served his community in many ways over the years; as a member of the Northvale Planning Board and serving for a time as its chairman, as Northvale Building Inspector, as a dedicated parishioner of St. Anthony’s Church, as a member of the Lions Club International, founding member of the Northvale Rod and Gun Club and as life member of the Northvale Volunteer Fire Department.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday 10 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at Rockland Cemetery, Sparkill, NY. Visiting hours are Tuesday 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale (201-767-3050).
In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance Corps, 196 Firenze Street, Northvale, NJ 07647.
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