Obituaries

Jun 16, 2016

Ardire, Robert J. "Bobby" age 72, of Palisades Park, on June 16, 2016. He was a lifelong resident of Palisades Park and served his country proudly in the Navy. He was a retired member of the I.B.E.W Local 164, and then became an Electrical Inspector in Union City. Beloved husband of Marie nee; Buso. Devoted father of Lisa Ardire-Juliano and...

Jun 13, 2016

Messikian, Ankin nee: Kalfyan, age 77, of Englewood Cliffs, on June 13, 2016. She was born in Beirut, Lebanon. Beloved wife of Roger Messikian. Devoted mother of Edward Messikian, Eileen Marelic and her husband John. Cherished grandmother of Laura and Olivia. Loving sister of Sarkis Kalfyan, and Jacqueline Kalayjan. The family will receive their friends on Thursday 5:00 – 9:00...

Jun 6, 2016

Martin-Aversa, Mari, D., age 53, of Englewood Cliffs, on Monday June 6, 2016. Mari was the beloved wife of Dr. Edward Aversa, and devoted mother to their three beautiful daughters, Julia, Elena and Nina plus her dogs Penelope and Lola. Cherished daughter of Rosemary Martin and the late Higinio Martin. Mari was raised in La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain. Mari...

May 26, 2016

Buscieti, Rocco, J, a Fort Lee resident for 50 plus years, on Thursday May 26, 2016. Born in New York City he was a CPA and was an Insurance Company Senior Executive. His love for dance was well known by family and friends and will always be remembered for his optimism and story-telling. Beloved husband of the late Anita (nee:...

May 25, 2016

Wunsch, Robert Francis (September 17, 1943 – May 25, 2016) died peacefully in Tavares, FL, where he retired in 2007. Born and raised in Englewood Cliffs, he later lived in Rochelle Park for nearly 20 years. While in Rochelle Park he was a very active lifetime member of American Legion Post 170 and organized his carpenter union buddies to provide...

May 24, 2016

Bendul, Patricia Ann nee: O'Brien, age 74, of Emerson, on May 24, 2016. She was born in Teaneck, NJ and was a Domestic Engineer. Beloved wife of Thomas Bendul. Devoted mother of Kristine Bendul, Denise Bendul, Scott Bendul and his wife Christine, Keith Bendul and his wife Kathleen, Mark Bendul and his wife Jeeyoun, Glenn Bendul and his wife Esther...

May 23, 2016

Cianci, Laura nee: Bartoni, age 95, of Cliffside Park, on May 23, 2016. She was born in Thomas, West Virginia and was a Nanny for a number of families after the war she was a volunteer at the PX Post and was an Embroiderer. Beloved wife of the late James Cianci. Devoted mother of Victoria Cipullo, Charlene Picciocchi and her...

May 23, 2016

Macri, Vincenzo age 76, of Fort Lee, on May 23, 2016. He was born in Calabria Italy and was the Owner/Operator of Vincent Hair Stylist, Fort Lee, NJ. Beloved husband of Lucia nee; Valente. Devoted father of Lucia Diaz and her husband Ricardo, Marcantonio Macri and his wife Nicole. Cherished son of Angelina nee; Santaite and the late Marcantonio Macri....

May 22, 2016

Cariddi, Mary, nee: Dottino, age 89, of Fort Lee, on Sunday May 22, 2016. Adored sister of Joseph (Susan) Dottino and Claire Guidette. Beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews. The family will receive their friends on Wednesday, May 25th 11:30 AM at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street "opposite the Fort Lee Library"....

May 18, 2016

Boccia Sr., Joseph L. age 92, of Palisades Park, on May 18, 2016. He was born in Sassano, Italy and was Self Employed, the owner of the former Rikshaw Diner of North Bergen and J.L.B Vending Company. Beloved husband of the late Mary nee; Balinski. Devoted father of Joseph D. Boccia, Jr. and Louis J. Boccia. Cherished grandfather of Gregory...

May 17, 2016

Mahoney, Michael, L. age 63, of Fort Lee, formerly of Jersey City, Linden and Hoboken passed away on Tuesday May 17, 2016. Born in Hoboken he was the Assistant Accounting Manager for Mitsubishi Food Ingredient Co. of Fort Lee. He was a graduate of St. Peter's College and member of Alpha Phi Omega, Pi Tau Chapter. Devoted father of Mary...

May 17, 2016

D'Ambrosio, Anna Rose nee: Severino, age 82, of Lyndonville, VT formerly of Palisades Park on May 17, 2016. She was born in North Bergen and was a Homemaker. Beloved wife of the late George D'Ambrosio. Devoted mother of George D'Ambrosio, III and the late Robert D'Ambrosio. Dear mother in law of Janet Gandolfo D'Ambrosio and Cindi D'Ambrosio. Cherished grandmother of...

Apr 27, 2016

Baric, Danijel age 82, of Fort Lee, on April 27, 2016. He was born in Croatia and was an Auto Mechanic. Beloved husband of Maria nee; Gauta, married 52 years. Devoted father of David Baric and his wife Soraya, Scot Baric and his wife Fran, Brian Baric and his wife Freny. Cherished grandfather of Luis, Amanda, Ali, Amy, Lacey, Jack...

Apr 23, 2016

Nobleman, Maestro Maurice "Murray" age 88, of Dumont, peacefully retired his baton at home April 23, surrounded by his devoted wife of 46 years, Roberta Dolby, his adoring daughters Melissa (fiancé Bill), Celia (husband Billy), loving son Paul (fiancée Jennifer), stepson Robert and granddaughters Lauren and Megan Brady, Adelle and Danica Gollub. A celebration of his life Monday, May 9,...

Apr 15, 2016

Vacante, Francine E., nee: Schwartz, age 81, of Fort Lee, on April 15, 2016. She was born in the Bronx and was a Buyer for B. Altman & Co., NYC. Beloved wife of the late Pasqualino Vacante. Devoted mother of Andrea Kluepfel and her husband Charles, Debra Meltsner, Robyn Schenkman, Barbie Mitchell and her husband Patrick. Cherished grandmother of John,...

Apr 13, 2016

Apr 12, 2016

Livelli, Christine nee: Azinaro, age 90, of Leonia, formerly of Lyndhurst & Lavalette, on April 12, 2016. She was born in Rutherford and was a Homemaker extraordinaire who showed a special talent in the creation of costumes for Leonia SummerStage, St. John's, and the Leonia Players Guild. She was a founding member of St. John's Prayer Shawl Ministry. Beloved wife...

Apr 8, 2016

Luvera, Florence, "Flo" nee:Gnasso, age 83, a lifelong resident of Fort Lee, on Friday April 8, 2016. Co- owner of In Napoli Restaurant of Fort Lee where she was always there to greet you and make you feel at home. She was an active parishioner of Madonna R C Church where she will be deeply missed. She was the beloved...

Apr 6, 2016

Paci, Ruth A., age 88, of Edgewater, on April 6, 2016. A career civil servant with the U.S State Department, United States Information Agency for 38 years. She was a Foreign Press Officer working both in New York City and Washington D.C. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Fordham University and a Master's Degree in Journalism from N.Y.U....

Apr 6, 2016

Quinton, Richard T., "Dick" age 78, of Leonia, on April 6, 2016. He was born in Jersey City, NJ and served his country proudly in the United States Marine Corp. He retired as a Sergeant for the Leonia Police Department and was a member of PBA Locals 86 & 381. He was an active member of the Leonia Volunteer Fire...