Obituaries

Jun 27, 2019

Fizulich, Antica Simica, age 93, of Cliffside Park, on Thursday June 27, 2019. She emigrated from Dragove, Croatia more than 60 years ago and lived in Hoboken for many years before moving to Cliffside Park. She worked as a seamstress for over 25 years in Hoboken. Beloved wife of the late Roko Fizulich. Devoted mother of the late Maria Susan...

Jun 27, 2019

Pinero, Clara, nee: Figuerdo, age 103, of Jersey City, on Thursday June 27, 2019. Born in Holguin, Cuba she emigrated to the US in 1973. Beloved wife of the late Miguel Pinero. Devoted mother of Merva Valenzuela and Andres Ordono. Cherisded grand mother of Frank Valenzuela, Joseph Valenzuela and Michael Valenzuela. Adore great –grandmother of Olivia, Luke, Matthew, Joseph, Jack,...

Jun 26, 2019

Rufo III, Joseph J., age 64, of Mahwah, on June 26, 2019. He was born in Englewood, NJ and worked for the Fort Lee Parking Authority. Beloved son of Josephine nee; Consalvo and the late Joseph J. Rufo, Jr. Cherished brother of Christine Sargenti and her husband Michael (Fort Lee councilman) and Steven Rufo. The family will receive their friends...

Jun 26, 2019

Santacroce, Domenico age 89, of Fort Lee, on June 26, 2019. He was born in Noto, Sicily, Italy and was a Clothing Designer for William Rondina, Inc., NYC., NY. Beloved husband of the late Leonina nee; Bianchin. Devoted father of Lisa Santacroce, Andrew Santacroce and his wife Barbara. Cherished grandfather of Massimo Santacroce. Loving brother of Vincent, Yolanda and the...

Jun 26, 2019

Costescu, Zabela nee: Baiandurian, age 80, of Guttenberg, on June 26, 2019.

The family will receive their friends on Tuesday 12:30 – 1:15 PM at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street “opposite the Fort Lee Library”. Religious Service to follow at 1:15 PM. For condolences, directions, or information (201) 944-0100 or www.frankpatti.com

Jun 18, 2019

Simunovich, Joseph, age 80, of Hackensack, on Tuesday June 18, 2019. Born in West New York, he received his bachelor’s degree from Colgate University and attended Fairleigh Dickinson University Graduate School earning a master’s degree in Business Management.

Beloved husband of Palma “Pam” (nee:Pizzuto). Devoted father of Tracy Martinez and her husband Stephen and the late Joseph P. Simunovich....

Jun 16, 2019

Hozer, Michael T. age 84, of Brick, formerly of Fort Lee & Cliffside Park, on June 16, 2019. He was born in Englewood, NJ and was a Jeweler for Napoli Jewelers, Cliffside Park, NJ. Beloved husband of Patricia nee; Napoli. Devoted father of Michelle Butler and her partner Steve Samuels and Michael A. Hozer and his wife Becky. Cherished grandfather...

Jun 16, 2019

Jun 13, 2019

Samuelian, Zevart nee: Bozoyan, age 96, of Weehawken, on June 13, 2019. She was born in Iraq and was a Homemaker. Beloved wife of the late Albert Samuelian. Devoted mother of Susan Samuelian and the late Daniel Samuelian. Cherished sister of Anahid Kalayjian and the late Angele Madalian, Louise Kevorkian and Edward Bozoyan.

The family will receive their friends on...

Jun 12, 2019

Campo, Alfred age 93, lifelong resident of Fort Lee, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2019. The son of the late Peter and Albina Campomenosi. Alfred served in the Army during World War II in France in a Mortar Battalion. Alfred graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 1950, after earning a degree in Civil Engineering, and went on...

Jun 12, 2019

Lepore, Joan S. nee: Tripi, age 83, of Fort Lee, on June 12, 2019. She was born in New York, NY and was a Homemaker. Beloved wife of the late Michael Lepore. Devoted mother of Stephen Lepore, Michael Lepore and his wife Christine, John Lepore and his wife Asha. Cherished grandmother of Katie, Julianna, Brooke and Dylan. Loving sister of...

Jun 12, 2019

Matranga, Ethel Helena (nee: Braun), age 87, of Miramar, Florida, passed away on June 12, 2019. Ethel was born in Ossining, NY to Sarah Agnes Johnson and Leslie Braun. Ethel attended Ossining High School and graduated in 1949. Ethel worked as a waitress for 13 years at the “Half Moon Restaurant” and later at the Holiday Inn in Hollywood Florida...

Jun 12, 2019

Kramer, Donald age 70, of New York City, on June 12, 2019. He was born in New York and graduated from St. Francis College, LIU Post MS Special Education, Fordham University MA Supervision and Administration, Education, Teacher, Elementary School Principal, Accomplished Pianist, Organist, Singer and Great Cook. He had a passion for music, especially classical & liturgical, he sang with...

Jun 10, 2019

Georgiou, Achilles age 85, of Palisades Park, on June 10, 2019. He was born in Lefkara, Cyprus and came to the United States in 1953. He was the Owner of Achilles Jewelers, Astoria, NY. Cherished brother of Chrystalla Kanakis and her husband Chris, Demetrios Georgiou and his wife Ingeborg and the late Andrew Georgiou and his wife Yiota. Loving uncle...

Jun 5, 2019

Minutoli, Tony, known to all as “Tony Min”, age 91, of the “Coytesville Section” of Fort Lee, died peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday June 5, 2019. He was a proud World War II Marine Veteran and a life member of the Fort Lee VFW Post #2342. Beloved husband of the late Laura (nee:...

Jun 3, 2019

DiCostanzo, Raffaele age 83, of Fort Lee, on June 3, 2019. He was born in Italy and came to the United States in 1962. He was the Owner of D&D Landscaping, Fort Lee. Beloved husband of Concetta nee; DiMeglio. Devoted father of Ann LoBasso and her husband Onofrio, Francesca Liao and her husband William. Cherished grandfather of Damiano and his...

Jun 2, 2019

Schiess, Fred of Leonia, age 90 on Sunday June 2, 2019. Beloved husband of the late Jeanne (nee: Fritz); Devoted father of Robert (Mary), Kenneth, Donald (Tracey), and the late Dennis (Janet); Adored and cherished grandfather of Michael, Stephen, Cindi McLean, Brian, and Kimberly; Dearest great-grandfather of Maya, Rachael, Cam, Michael, Heaven Rose, Joshua, Elijah, and Isaiah; Dear brother of...

Jun 2, 2019

Elfers, Friedrich, A., age 81, of Leonia, on Sunday June 2, 2019. Born In Germany to Walter and Anni Elfers. Beloved husband of 50 years to Elena Elfers (nee: Faltings). Dear brother of Heinrich and Wilhelm. If so desired donations may be made to the MS Society. Services are private.

May 30, 2019

May 28, 2019

Richard Giancola, 70, of Oradell, passed away suddenly on Tuesday May 28, 2019. Born in Jersey City and raised in Fairview, Richard moved to New Milford in 1986. He leaves behind former wife of 41 years; Christine, daughter, Jennifer; son-in-law Leonard; and 3 beloved grandchildren: Caleb, Paige and Reagan. He is survived by his sister, Linda; brother, John and his...