Louis R. Distefano, Sr., 74, of Northvale, entered into restful peace on Wednesday, November 14, 2012. Louis grew up in the Inwood Section of Manhattan, the son of Emanuel and Lucy.
Louis was a sheet metal worker for 34 years and a proud member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local28 for over 50 years.
On a blind date set up by his aunt and uncle he met the love of his life, Johanna.
Louis is predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Johanna, and their son, Joseph.
He is survived by his six children; Louis Jr. and his wife Theresa of Valley Cottage, NY, Cynthia Metzger and her husband Gene of Washington Twp., Lisa Ortelere of Northvale, Nadine of Suffern, Robert and his Carole of Wall, and Jim of Brooklyn.
Dear brother of Salvatore and Sarah and uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Poppi was adored by his eight grandchildren; Brady, Logan and Kaidyn Distefano; Isabella and Emma Metzger; Joseph Ortelere; and Nicholas and Katie Distefano. Poppi took great pride and joy in attending their many school activities and sporting events, and watching them grow into the fine young people they are.
Louis was an avid golfer and hunter, and enjoyed keeping up with the latest technology.
He and Johanna were former members of the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance Corps and were parishioners of St. Anthony’s RC Church. Throughout their lives they enjoyed traveling around the world and wintering in Naples, FL.
Louis will be missed dearly by all who knew him and loved him.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday 9:30 AM at St. Anthony’s Church, Northvale with entombment to follow at Madonna Mausoleum, Fort Lee.
Visiting hours are Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Anthony R. Pizzi Funeral
Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Northvale Volunteer Ambulance Corps., 196 Firenze St. Northvale, NJ 07647, in Louis’ memory would be appreciated.