July 20, 1935 – June 16, 2022

George Arthur Ross of Closter, NJ died peacefully on Thursday June 16th, 2022.  He was 86 years old.  Husband to the late Astrid Bradland Ross (passed 2002) and devoted father to George Ross (wife Jill Saydah Ross) of Northvale, NJ , Mark Ross (wife Monica Sehr Ross) of Northvale, NJ , Donald Ross (wife Christine D’Arecca Ross) of Westfield, NJ and Thomas Ross (wife Jeannie Wesel Ross) of Closter, NJ.  George was the patriarch of the Ross family and leaves behind his 9 grandchildren, Samantha, Bradland, Thomas, Brianna, Dylan, Julia, Catherine, Colin & Claire Ross.  He is also predeceased by longtime companion Linda Mazzeo (passed 2011).

George was born in the Bronx and raised in Brooklyn, NY.  As a young man, he served his country being stationed in Germany as part of the US Army.  George returned to the US, married his sweetheart Astrid and raised 4 boys while attending night school at New York University.  A 30 year resident of Closter, he was an active member of St Paul’s Lutheran Church. George ran the Data Processing Department for New American Library Publishing; which is now Penguin USA Publishing for 32 years before retiring in 1999.

George had a big smile, an unwavering positive outlook and a hearty laugh! Always ready for a new adventure and experience! Brooklyn raised, he never lost that “city kid” edge: he’d tell you how it was without holding back, but always had a heart of gold. A lover of sailing, George served as Commodore of the Harlem Yacht Club in City Island, NY, where he kept his beloved boat “The Traveller” for several years. He was also active in his Radio Club, conversing and connecting with people around the country.  He loved his family, travel, the beach, trying new restaurants & Sunday breakfasts! He is now sailing off into heaven’s sunset in God’s eternal grace and glory.

Visiting hours are Monday, June 20, 2022 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. Funeral Tuesday, June 21,2022 at 10 AM at Pizzi Funeral Home with burial to follow at 11:30 AM at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org.

Walter A. Plieninger, 86, of Old Tappan, NJ, passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2022. Beloved husband of Magdalene for 47 years. Loving father of Marcus, Andrew, and the late Thomas. Also survived by his family in Germany. He was proud to be from his hometown of Lauffen am Neckar and told stories from his early childhood memories of World War II.

An adventurer at heart, he emigrated to America in 1960 after working 2 years in Guatemala as a textile engineer. He had a great love of music and fondly remembered playing guitar in a band called Kolibri with his brothers. Walter co-owned and operated Euro-Knit Corp. – a textile factory, in Brooklyn, NY – for many years before retiring.

Funeral services will be private.

Arrangements by Pizzi Funeral Home, Northvale, NJ

Murphy, Katherine Maree (Nee Finnegan), May 10, 2022.  In the kind care of the Medical Centre Carolina Village, North Carolina.  Formerly of Tyrconnell Park, Inchicore, Dublin, Ireland.  Dear wife of the late Patrick (RIP).  Treasured sister of the late Joan Ann (RIP) and her dear brother James Vincent (RIP). Will be sadly missed and remembered by her loving nieces Edel and Deirdre, her dearly departed niece Louise Ann (RIP), her cousins, extended family, friends and all who knew her.  Funeral mass at St. Anthony’s Church, 199 Walnut Street, Northvale, NJ 07647 on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 10 AM.  Followed by burial at St. Anthony’s Cemetery, 36 West Nyack Road, Nanuet, NY 10954. May she rest in peace.

The Funeral Mass can be viewed through the livestream link below:

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Angelina J. Herina, 93, of Wanaque, NJ and Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2022. Born in Garfield, New Jersey to the late Anthony and Josephine (nee Ricciardi) Pizzi.  Beloved wife of the late, Peter Herina for 58 years.  Devoted Mother of Peter, and his wife Beth of Ringwood, New Jersey and Jo-Anne Jeffreys and her husband, Timothy of Naples, Florida. Cherished grandmother of Dylan and Haley Herina and TJ Jeffreys.  Angela (Angie) was predeceased by her siblings, Peter (and Betty) Pizzi, Joseph (and Rose) Pizzi, Angelo Pizzi, Frank (and Dotty Pizzi),  Louis Pizzi, John Pizzi and Theresa (and Anthony) Quatrone .  She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Rosalie Pizzi and Mary Pizzi.   She is survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Angie graduated from Garfield High School,  Flower Fifth Avenue Hospital School of Nursing, New York and Seton Hall University.  She worked at Passaic General Hospital in Pediatrics for many years, where she met Peter.  She also taught Nursing at Felician College, Lodi, New Jersey. Angie and Peter owned  Shippee’s Pharmacy in Wanaque, New Jersey for over 40 years.   Angie was involved in her Parish, St. Francis Church, Haskell, NJ., for many years serving on the Parish Counsel.  She was a volunteer for many organizations through the Church and could be seen every year organizing and helping with the Church Carnival.  She spent every summer at the Jersey Shore enjoying her home in Lavallette.  She loved nothing more than being with her family and friends and making a big Italian meal.  A memorial service will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 10 AM at St. Francis RC Church, 868 Ringwood Ave, Wanaque, NJ with interment to follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Saddle Brook, NJ.

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Rosaleen Fitzgerald, age 81, of Harrington Park, New Jersey passed away surrounded by family on June 13, 2022. Born in Dublin, Ireland on June 5, 1941 she was daughter to the late Hugh and Mary Moloney, and the youngest of four daughters where she graduated from a school in Dublin, called Dominican College.  When she was 18 years old, Rosaleen immigrated to the United States where she would later meet her husband of 58 years, Oliver Patrick.

Rosaleen worked for the Borough of Harrington Park and later 30 years at a financial planning firm (Faraldi & Porro).  This was done in addition to her time spent volunteering at the local OLV parish and being a soccer mom all while managing a household of five children. Rosaleen loved walking through the streets of Harrington Park (miles everyday!) stopping to all of the friendly dogs that were willing to say hello.

Rosaleen is survived by her husband, Oliver Fitzgerald; their five children, Catherine Fitzgerald (Kevin Tobias), Geraldine Buratti (Paul Buratti), John Fitzgerald (Alicia Fitzgerald), Brian Fitzgerald (Laura Fitzgerald), Deirdre Fitzgerald (Gregg Fein); their 14 Grandchildren – Pamela Decker, Jacqueline Cid-Paz, Michael Longobardi, Katie Buratti, Nico Longobardi, Enrico Longobardi, Paul Buratti, John Fitzgerald, Megan Fliegel, Lucas Buratti, Jenna Fitzgerald, Kenneth Fliegel, Matthew Fitzgerald and Samantha Fitzgerald; and her 3 Great Grandchildren – Cecilia Decker, Jolene Decker & Luciana Cid-Paz.  She also leaves behind her sisters and in-laws, Kathleen and Daniel Clavin, Maura and John Murray, Margaret and (late) Frank Riina, plus many cherished nieces and nephews. Also, thank you to her other family and caretakers, especially Ann and Marvia.  And finally, let’s not forget she was also one of the best dog moms to Kerry, Honey and Luna.

Mom, we love you and life will never be the same without you, but heaven has gained a true angel. You were truly the founder of this big, crazy family of ours. We will miss your spunk and constant chatter you brought with you everywhere you went. May you now rest and let heaven care for you, and may God hold you gently in the palm of His hand.

Family will receive friends on Friday, June 17, 2022, from 3-7pm at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ. Mass will be offered on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at 10am at Our Lady of Victories Church in Harrington Park, New Jersey.  Condolences may be sent by visiting www.pizzifuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org) or to Juvenile Diabetes Research and Advocacy (jdrf.org).

Lydia Badr (née:  Guadalupe), 74, of Sparkill, NY, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Beloved mother of Debi Nelson and husband Rick, Danielle Hudak and spouse Philip Hayden, Mohammed Badr and wife Kristin and Dina Lerner and husband Brett. Devoted grandmother of Connor Phelan, Darian Kelly, Jace Nelson, Aidan Nelson, Lola Nelson, Derek Lerner and Sydney Hayden.  Proud great grandmother of Aaliyah Kelly. Loving sister of Aida Caputo and husband Vinny.   Dear aunt of Michael Caputo, Vincent Caputo, Dineen Dillon.   Lydia is predeceased by her son Samuel Hudak and her parents Luis and Modesta (née: Perez) Guadalupe.

Mrs. Badr worked as a cashier at ShopRite in Pearl River, NY, for many years before retiring.

Visiting hours are Thursday, June 16, 2022 from 4-8 PM with a prayer service at 7:30 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, Northvale, NJ.  Cremation will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the American Cancer Society or the Dementia Society of America.

“Feet, what do I need you for when I have wings to fly?” – Frida Kahlo

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Jane C. Mazzie (nee Wiese), 87, of Arlington, VT, formerly of Norwood, NJ, passed away on Friday, June 10, 2022. Beloved wife of Gary J. Mazzie.  Loving mother of Susan McColgan and her late husband Michael, Nancy McGuire and her husband William, Gary J. Mazzie and his wife Susan, Jane Hidalgo, Michael Mazzie and the late Joseph Mazzie. She was the proud grandmother of ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Dearest sister of the late Lawrence Wiese.

Jane was a registered nurse and was Director of Admissions at Pascack Valley Hospital in Westwood for many years before retiring.

Visiting hours are Tuesday, June 14, 2022 from 4-7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 10 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale with interment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah, NJ.

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Carolyn Ann DeMarsico (nee Saltarelli), 80, of Rockland County for many years, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Douglas DeMarsico. Loving mother of Anthony and wife Christine, Catherine Ann DeMarsico, Lisa DeMarsico-Layne, George and wife Jennifer, Joseph and wife Gina and Doug and wife Kasia. Proud grandmother of nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Louis Saltarelli and wife Frances and the late Donna Conley.

Carolyn’s greatest joy was being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her passion was  cooking, baking and being the devoted matriarch of her loving family. Her sense of humor, strength and huge heart made those who knew Carolyn, love being in her presence.  She was the light in our hearts and will be deeply missed, but we are grateful that she is now at peace.

Visiting hours are Tuesday, June 21, 2022 from 4 – 7 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Carolyn’s name to St. Judes Children’s Hospital.

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Eugene Aldo Sampietro, 83, of Wood-Ridge, NJ, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2022. He was the proud father of Lea Martone, Lydia Gallucci, Alana Donato and the late Eugene, Jr. Cherished Poppie of Eugene Gregory, Ava, Andrew, Lucas, Paulie, Matthew, Sage and his beloved pet grandogs Rigatoni, Lola and Mo. 

Before retiring, Gene, known as Mr. Sam, was a teacher for the Ridgefield Park Board of Education for many years.  He was an avid Dodgers fan and Rams fan. He loved Broadway, watching classic television and grocery shopping at Shoprite. 

Funeral services were private.

For those who wish, a donation in Gene’s memory may be made to ASPCA.org

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Salvatore Bernard Buccola, 87, of Old Tappan, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022. Beloved husband of Ellen Mae (nee Schaefer). Loving father of Paul and wife Dorothea, Liz Naphegy and husband Dean, Mary Claire DeLaura and husband Nicholas and James and wife Nicole. Proud grandfather of Hunter, Ryan, Kyle, Nicole, Alexis, Nicholas, Kendall and James. Dear brother of Louise Pfister.

Sal was an instrumental music teacher for the Clarkstown School District in Rockland County, NY for 30 years. He was a professional drummer and played in many bands throughout his life. His greatest passions were his family, music and gardening.

Visiting hours are Friday, June 10, 2022 from 4-8 PM at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Ave, Northvale, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at 11:30 AM at St. Anthony’s RC Church, Northvale.

In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a donation in Sal’s memory to Special Olympics New Jersey, www.sonj.org.

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