Obituaries

Apr 3, 2016

Norgaard, Bertha nee: Wiese, age 98, of Leonia, on April 3, 2016. She was born in Cicero, Illinois and was a retail worker at EJ Korvettes and a Clerical worker after the chain closed in 1980. Beloved wife of the late Karl Georg Norgaard. Devoted mother of Gary Norgaard and his wife Donna. Cherished grandmother of Kristen, Karl, Erik and...

Apr 2, 2016

Marcelo, Dorothy, nee:Becker, age 78, of Leonia, on Saturday April 2, 2016. Raised in Cliffside Park she was a Registered Nurse who worked for North Hudson Hospital and her husband's private practice. Beloved wife of the Late Dr. Elpidio Marcelo. Cherished mother of Dorothy Torres and her husband Carlos, Simeon and his wife Gemalyn, Elpidio, and Leon Marcelo and his...

Apr 2, 2016

Bogoshian, Alice, nee: Gounulian, age 94, of Fort Lee, on Saturday April 3, 2016. Born in New York, she was an Administrator for NY Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. Beloved wife of the Late Simon Bogoshian. Cherished mother of Alice Simone. The family will receive their friends on Tuesday 4-8PM at the Frank Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street...

Mar 26, 2016

Brown, Christine, nee:Genitle, age 68, of Palisades Park, on Saturday March 26, 2016. Born in Englewood she worked as a Para-legal and was a former member of the Palisades Park Board of Education. Devoted mother of Nicole Dolan and her husband Steve and Michael Brown. Cherished grandmother Tim and Sean. Beloved wife of Donald Powers. Dear sister of Ann Mulieri...

Mar 22, 2016

Morea, Christina, nee: Mathews, age 48, of Northvale, formerly of Dumont, on Tuesday March 22, 2016. She touched the hearts of many, and the sadness that everyone is feeling for her loved ones is truly indescribable. "Chrissie" was a wife, daughter, mother, sister, aunt, and a dedicated friend, whose passing will leave a gaping hole in all who knew her....

Mar 21, 2016

Clark, Brian, age 44, of Fort Lee, on Monday March 21, 2016. Born in Englewood he was a self-employed home improvement professional. His bubbling personality and sense of humor brought joy to many. Beloved son of Diane Clark (nee: Modrys) and the Late Richard W. Clark. Dear brother of Richard H. and David W. Clark. All are invited to attend...

Mar 19, 2016

Cheng Dah Pan was born in Puli township, in Taiwan, on August 20, 1937. He went to school at Central Police College. After graduating, he worked as an immigrations officer at Songshan Airport in Taipei. In 1965, he left Taiwan with his best friend, Cheng Liao, to come to the United States to further his studies, getting a master’s degree...

Mar 19, 2016

Cheng Dah Pan was born in Puli township, in Taiwan, on August 20, 1937. He went to school at Central Police College. After graduating, he worked as an immigrations officer at Songshan Airport in Taipei. In 1965, he left Taiwan with his best friend, Cheng Liao, to come to the United States to further his studies, getting a master’s degree...

Mar 18, 2016

Tancio, Agripino, Arthur, age 83, of Leonia, on March 18, 2016. He was born in the Bataan, Philippines and was an Architect. A devout catholic he was a parishioner of St. John's RC Church Leonia and a member of the Knights of Columbus Carmel Council #8982. A member of Filipino American Charismatic Prayer Group of Leonia as well as a...

Mar 17, 2016

Kohlman, Cornelius A., "Neil" age 96, long time resident of Leonia, on March 17, 2016. He was born in Bronx, NY and served our country proudly in the Army Air Corp during WWII and was a Recipient of the Purple Heart Medal and France's Legion of Honor Award and a proud member of the 452nd Bomb Group 8th Air Force....

Mar 12, 2016

Tropea, Ronald Charles, age 43, of Preston Park, PA, formerly of Hillsdale & Cliffside Park, NJ on March 12, 2016. Beloved son of Sebastian "Robert" and Carol Tropea. Devoted brother of Salvatore Tropea and his wife Krista, Robert Tropea and Christine Tropea. Cherished Uncle "RaRa" of Julian, Sebastian and Robert. Loving fiancé of Vanessa Selner. He was loved by numerous...

Mar 11, 2016

Bellifemini, Michael, age 59, of Palisades Park, on Friday March 11, 2016. He was born to John and Mary Bellifemini, and was raised in Hoboken and Weehawken. A graduate of Pace University, Class of 1978 and was most recently the Tax Officer for Ports America of Newark. Beloved husband of Lori (nee:Matthew). Devoted father of Michael. Dear brother of Joseph...

Mar 6, 2016

Bufano, Manfred P., affectionately known as "Manny or Junior" age 80, of Fort Lee, went to be with our Lord on March 6, 2016, surrounded by his loving family. He grew up in West New York and lived and raised his family in Fort Lee. Predeceased by his parents Frederick and Rose Bufano. Beloved husband of 56 years to Claire...

Mar 5, 2016

Bouzotas, Mary, nee:Siomkos, age 102, of Fort Lee, on Saturday March 5, 2016. Born in New York City she was a self-employed Fur Finisher. She was a life-long member who served on the Board of the Benevolent Society Ladies of Kastoria. Her determination was paramount hiking the Delaware Water Gap at the age of 85 (in a dress and casual...

Mar 5, 2016

Mar 3, 2016

Crowley, Margaret Mary nee: Reilly, age 82, of Colts Neck, on March 3, 2016. She was born in Jersey City and was raised in North Arlington, NJ. She graduated St. Michaels School of Nursing and was a Registered Nurse for the Colts Neck School District. Beloved wife of Robert E. Crowley. Devoted mother of Margaret Mary (Peggy) Crowley, Catherine Rajani...

Mar 2, 2016

Tutelian, Lillian, nee:Kazigian, age 86, of Fort Lee, on Wednesday March 2, 2016. Born in New York City she worked as a secretary for Metropolitan Life Insurance. Beloved wife of the late Hagop "Jack" Tutelian. Devoted mother of Christine Tutelian, Gregory Tutelian and his wife Elise, and John Tutelian. Cherished grandmother of Jenna, Robert, Nicole, Alexandra, CJ and Danielle. Adored...

Feb 20, 2016

Fontana, Isabel nee: Salvemini, age 91, of Leonia, on February 20, 2016. Born in Hoboken she worked as a Bookkeeper before her retirement. She enjoyed playing cards on Wednesdays at the Colony House with friends and traveling to Atlantic City. Beloved wife the late Paul Fontana. Devoted mother of Theresa Traverso and her husband Al and Paul Fontana. Cherished grandmother...

Feb 17, 2016

Kevork S. Karamanoukian, 86, of Englewood Cliffs, NJ passed away peacefully on February 11, 2016. Kevork, known as George, Koko or simply 'Mr. K' by his family and many friends was born in Alexandria, Egypt and graduated from the British Boys School. George was a caring family man, devoted friend and a successful business owner and corporate executive. He built...

Feb 16, 2016

Koles, Bertha, nee:Critsimilios, age 86, of Fort Lee, on Tuesday February 16, 2016. Born in Jersey City she was a Bookkeeper for Perlman & Kopel of Cliffside Park. Beloved wife of Anthony Koles. Devoted mother of Lea Pumill and her husband Rick, Cynthia Alecci and her husband Jeffrey, and Nicholas Koles and his wife Donna. Cherished grandmother of Christopher, Michelle,...