James Bruce Ewings, 88, of Montvale, NJ, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Sunday evening, February 2, 2025, with his devoted wife Rose (nee Forker) and their dog Belle by his side.
Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on March 29, 1936 and grew-up in Park Ridge, NJ
Jim enlisted in the Armed Forces of the United States of America and was a RA12444 256 Corporal Regular Army in Germany where he found his true calling in intelligence, military police, and special weapons and was honorably discharged in May of 1955. Jim continued w his education and attended college at night, while he worked and raised his family. Jim’s true calling and passion was working for The State of New Jersey Borough of Montvale Police Department as a Police Officer and became Captain of the Montvale Police Department of Montvale, NJ before ending his many years in law enforcement and retiring.
During Jim’s retirement he loved to play tennis and was a member of the North Jersey Regional A’s Restorers Club, Bergen Amateur Radio Association (call sign K2FJ) and the Montvale Emergency Management Ham Radio.
Jim was predeceased by his beloved parents Joseph and Caroline; his wife Gisela and their children Dotty, Patty and Jimmy. His Brothers Dick, Bob, Fred, Sister Angie, his Brother-in-Law Clarence and Niece Phyllis. His buddy and father-in-law Charles “Pop” Forker, his beloved Son-in-Law Michael A. Casenta, Daughter-in-Law Karin Connors and lastly his Grand Daughter Melissa Klemer who recently passed away on New Year’s Eve.
Jim and Rose together enjoyed their family and friends. Jim was the Cherished husband to Rose, father to Colleen Connors-Casenta (partner Jim); Daughter-in-law Patty Ewings-Williams (husband Bob); Grandson Joe (wife Dana); Great-Grandfather to Tyler James; Father to Robert Connors (wife Maria) and his daughter Jessica, and Great Grandfather to Leila and Bella, His Grand Daughter Shannon Connors-Gregson (husband Dalton) were recently married on December 22, 2024 who came up from Florida to have a small wedding in New Jersey due to Papa’s failing health. He was so proud to see her so happy in her wedding dress on her special day. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
James was a true gentleman who put more into the world than he took out. A godly gentleman who exhibited humility, kindness, honesty, generosity, courtesy, respect for others, a willingness to serve, and a commitment to living according to biblical principles. In summary, that is who James Bruce Ewings was.
We are grateful to Fr. Wojciech Jaskowiak Pastor and Maria Hellrigel of Our Lady of Victories Church in Harrington Park, NJ. Lastly, Mike and Pam Pizzi of Pizzi Funeral Home in Northvale, NJ. Who are the embodiment of compassion and have guided our family during the most difficult times of our lives. Love and Peace the family of Ewings and Connors-Casenta.
Visiting hours are Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 1-4 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 10:15 AM at Our Lady of Victories RC Church, Harrington Park, NJ.
Pop, I remember the many times being at your house and watching the Giants games with family. And will never forget our car ride down to Myrtle Beach and back. I have many cherished memories of the times we all spent together. You will always be in my heart and I will carry those fond memories of you forever. Rest in Peace, Pop. You were and will always be a true gentleman.