Obituaries

Anthony P. Sambogna

Anthony P. Sambogna

Nov 3, 2019

Sambogna, Anthony P. “Willie” , age 80, a life-long resident of Palisades Park, NJ, passed on November 3, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. A restaurateur by nature he owned several bars and restaurants including: Miro’s, Shanty, Sam’s Speakeasy, The Wine Cellar, The Thousand Oaks and his most memorable East Street Café of Palisades Park, known for their famous wings,...

Evelyn Yokos

Evelyn Yokos

Nov 3, 2019

Evangelia (Manolis) Yokos, “Evelyn”, named after her father’s mother, was born in Brooklyn, New York on April 25, 1948 and passed away on November 3, 2019. Evelyn is survived by her younger sister, Irene, her husband, George, her two sons, Haralambos and Nicholas, and her two granddaughters, Siena Evangelia (her beloved namesake) & Callista Stephania.

Evelyn’s parents were Nicholas...

Margaret A. Rallis

Margaret A. Rallis

Nov 1, 2019

Rallis, Margaret A., age 78 of Cliffside Park, formerly of Palisades Park passed on November 1, 2019. Born and raised in Astoria, NY she worked many jobs, including an associate of “Ma Bell”, a caregiver, but most importantly she was a full time grandmother to her three grandsons. She would often be in her favorite places the kitchen or the...

Rafael R. Concepcion

Rafael R. Concepcion

Oct 28, 2019

Rafael R. Concepcion Jr. passed away on Monday, October 28th 2019.

Respected and revered patriarch of the Concepcion clan, he was the embodiment of generosity and self-sacrifice, putting family first and foremost. After graduating with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Mapua University in the Philippines, he had a long successful career in Goodyear Rubber and Tire Company in the...

John P Healy

John P Healy

Oct 26, 2019

John P. Healy, 78, of Leonia, NJ, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019.

Born and raised in the Highbridge section of the Bronx, John was the oldest of four siblings, Mary, William, and Kevin Healy. After graduating from Manhattan College in 1963 with a degree in accounting, John set out on a career in sales working for various textile...

Carol A Bakunas

Carol A Bakunas

Oct 25, 2019

Bakunas, Carol A. (nee: Messina), age 78, of Cliffside Park, NJ. Born in Brooklyn she was a secretary for J.C Penny Distribution Center (Ridgefield, NJ) and then was an associate for the Division of Motor Vehicles. When not working she could be found tending her garden which gave her so much joy. Beloved wife of the late Andrew P. Bakunas....

Michael V. Nesci

Michael V. Nesci

Oct 22, 2019

Michael V. Nesci passed away peacefully on October 22, 2019 at the age of 89. Michael was born on August 20, 1930 to Joseph and Maria Nesci. A strong and proud U.S. Marine, Michael served his country from 1950-1956. His long standing career with NJ Transit spanned many deacades until his retirement in 1995. Mike was a life-long NY Yankee,...

Brian J Tansey

Brian J Tansey

Oct 22, 2019

Brian Joseph Tansey, of Edgewater & Manasquan, age 59, passed away on Tuesday October 22, 2019. Originally from Palisades Park. Brian was the son of the late Catherine Rotolo Tansey and Patrick Tansey. Father of the his four legged children, the late Benson, the River Keeper, and Sherri. Brian is survived by his brother, Patrick James "Jimmy" Tansey and sister,...

Hope Thoon

Hope Thoon

Oct 20, 2019

Hope Thoon, long time Fort Lee resident, passed away on October 15th 2019. She worked at the Bergen County Board of Elections, and was an active member in the service of the community. A leader in the Republican County Committe, she did not follow the party lines but looked out for all people regardless of party. She was an intelligent...

Yoshiho Ohta

Yoshiho Ohta

Oct 14, 2019

Ohta, Yoshiho, age 76, of Fort Lee, on Monday October 14, 2019. He was a restaurant owner throughout most of his life. Beloved husband of Hiroko Ota. Loving father to Yoshiki and Kazuki Ota.The family will receive their friends on Sunday 3:00-7:00PM at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street “opposite the Fort Lee Library”....

Mary E. Romais

Mary E. Romais

Oct 8, 2019

Mary E. Romais, 93, of North Bergen, NJ died on Tuesday October 8, 2019. Born in Cardiff, Wales and raised in Greece, she lived in North Bergen for over 65 years.

Mrs. Romais was an active member of Ascension Greek Orthodox Church in Fairview, NJ. She was a long-standing officer of the Ladies Philoptochos Society.

Predeceased by her daughter...

Eileen Jones

Eileen Jones

Oct 7, 2019

EILEEN MARY JONES (3/7/1949-10/7/2019)

Cherished friend, consummate professional, Best Mom…

Eileen M Jones passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Guttenberg, NJ on October 7.

A star in every sense, Eileen was loved and respected by everyone who had the good fortune to meet her. Her sense of humor and love of life made her the...

Alice Philomey

Alice Philomey

Oct 3, 2019

Philomey, Alice, (nee: McLoughlin), age 100, of Edgewater formerly of Haverstraw, NY, passed on Thursday October 3, 2019. Born in Glangavelin, County Cavan, Ireland and immigrated to the United States approximately 1940, while still able to travel the Atlantic. She came with her mom and siblings to set up a new life in Brooklyn. She met the love of her...

Joan R. Matera

Joan R. Matera

Oct 1, 2019

Matera, Joan, R. nee; Johnsen age 80, of Leonia, on October 1, 2019. She was born and raised in Hoboken, NJ and was the Secretary/Treasurer for Matera’s Nursery, Ridgefield, NJ. Predeceased by her parents Anje and Catherine Johnsen. Beloved wife of Joseph Matera. Devoted mother of Jo Ann Schuman and her husband Robert, Connie Matera, Frank Riccardi, Joseph Matera and...

John E. Obertlik

John E. Obertlik

Oct 1, 2019

Obertlik, John, E., age 68, of Galloway, NJ formerly of Englewood Cliffs, on Tuesday October 1, 2019. Born in Kingston, NY, he was Assistant Superintendent of the Englewood Cliffs Department of Public Works before retiring in 2005. He was a volunteer member of the Teaneck Youth Ambulance Corps. He started his fire service in Bergenfield before becoming an active 35...

Alfred Efthim Spiro

Alfred Efthim Spiro

Sep 29, 2019

Spiro, Alfred Efthim of Fort Lee, passed away on Sunday September 29, 2019. He is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Carolyn Spiro, and devoted son, Christopher Spiro. He was a cherished brother to Theodore Spiro, son-in-law to Sophie Barnes, brother-in-law to Emmett Barnes, Dr. Patricia Barnes and Roger Dorband, and uncle to Joyce Barnes and Lorraine Barnes....

Ronald K Heiser

Ronald K Heiser

Sep 28, 2019

Heiser, Ronald, age 84, of Fort Lee, on Saturday September 28, 2019. Born in Mount Vernon, NY and worked as an installer for Verizon. Beloved companion of Marita Doyle. The family will receive their friends on Tuesday 4-8pm at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street “opposite the Fort Lee Library”. The funeral will leave...

Arturo Sanquiche

Arturo Sanquiche

Sep 26, 2019

Arturo "Arthur" Sanquiche, age 86, of Fort Lee, on Thursday, September 26, 2019. He was born in Puerto Rico and a teacher who taught in both the Englewood and New York City school systems. Arthur served with distinction in the United States Marine Corp. Beloved brother to Juan Sanquiche. Cherished companion of Carolyn Greene. Devoted father of Jonathan and Andrew...

Geraldine A. Dixon

Geraldine A. Dixon

Sep 23, 2019

Dixon, Geraldine A. nee: Caponera, age 85, of Fort Lee, on September 23, 2019. She was born in Bronx, NY and was an Associate for Goodrich, Englewood, NJ. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Dixon. Devoted mother of the late Paul B. Dixon. Loving mother in law of Pamela McDade. Cherished grandmother of Tara and Tomas.

The family will receive...

Jimmy Kim

Jimmy Kim

Sep 20, 2019

Kim, Jimmy age 78, of White Plains, NY., on Friday September 20, 2019.

The family will receive their friends on Tuesday 7:30 PM at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street “opposite the Fort Lee Library”. Graveside Service Wednesday in Kensico Cemetery, Valhalla, NY at 10:30 AM. For condolences, directions, or information call (201) 944-0100...

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