OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Clifton, NJ
The obituaries in the Clifton, NJ Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Clifton's history and identity.
Marie Shkwiruk
Nov 25, 2009
Shkwiruk, Marie ( Delzio), 90, of South Setauket, NY, formerly of Clifton on November 25, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John. Beloved aunt of Dolores Sorce, Barbara Lacca & Robert Delzio Mrs. Shkwiruk was born in the Bronx, NY and lived in Brooklyn until 1957 before moving to Clifton where she lived until moving to New York in June....
Frederick Murphy
Nov 19, 2009
Murphy, Frederick, 86, of Garfield on November 19, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Rompa for 53 years. Loving father to Lauren Murphy of Clifton and Deborah Prezito of Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Grandfather to Joseph Potenza, Michael Spinella, Stephanie Spinella, Jasmine Durham & Jacob Durham. Great grandfather to Autumn. Mr. Murphy was born in Passaic and lived most of...
George Fekete
Nov 12, 2009
Fekete, George, 89, of Clifton on November 12, 2009. Beloved husband of the late Nancy (Holmberg). Loving father to Richard Fekete of Fort Mill, SC, Gary Fekete of Stanhope, Joanne Fekete of Clifton and the late Carole Eisenmenger. Grandfather to Jonathan, Jamie, Nicole, Connor, Andrea & Kristen. Brother of Charlie Fekete of Ridgewood, Sally Fekete & the late John Fekete...
Stefan Tatarenko
Nov 12, 2009
Tatarenko, Stefan, 62. long time resident of Clifton, passed away on November 12, 2009, after a long and courageous battle. He was at his home surrounded by loved ones. Beloved husband to Anna and devoted father to Peter and Andrew .. Brother to: Alexandria Kowalenko, . Loving uncle, cousin, godfather and brother-in-law to many. He was predeceased by his parents...
Rozalia Panycia
Oct 30, 2009
Panycia, Rozalia (Czyrniansky), 81, of Garfield on October 30, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John Panycia. Loving mother to William and his wife Chrystyna of Lincoln Park, Mychail of Garfield and Rosemarie and her husband Peter Dobroskok of Andover. Grandmother to Nicholas, John, Natalie, Marko and Andrew. Sister to John Cherniansky of Garfield, Stefan Cherniansky of Livingston and Wasyl...
Steve Sawka
Oct 21, 2009
Sawka, Steve, 60, of Pine Brook on October 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Irene (Worona) Sawka. Loving father to Deanna Sawka Olivo of Pine Brook and the late Steven D. Sawka. Grandfather to Matthew Ryan Olivo and Cianna Rae Olivo. Brother to Anne Albanese of Hasbrouck Heights and Michael P. Sawka of East Rutherford. Mr. Sawka was born in Lutz,...
Constance "Connie" R. Danek
Oct 19, 2009
Danek, Constance Connie (D Arco), 70 of Clifton on October 19, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John Bob Danek. Loving mother to Robin Danek of Clifton. Sister to Joseph D Arco of Port St. Lucie, FL, Robert D Arco of Clifton and Joann Rogalski of Port St. Lucie, FL. Beloved aunt of Joseph M. D Arco of Layton, Utah,...
Stephen Sikora
Oct 15, 2009
Sikora, Stephen, 54, of Clifton on October 15, 2009. Loving brother to Sandra Gunning of Lebanon, NJ and Susan Vinyei of Villas, NJ. Mr. Sikora was born in Passaic and lived in Clifton for most of his life, he was a truck driver for many years. Cremation Private. Arrangements by Powell-Marrocco Funeral Home 470 Colfax Avenue Clifton. PDF Printable Version
Julio Cesar Zuniga
Oct 14, 2009
Zuniga, Julio Cesar, 32 of Sanford, FL formerly of Paterson, on October 14, 2009. Beloved husband of Marybel Rodas. Devoted father to Shayla. Loving son of Juan and Nemora (Moreno) Zuniga. Brother to Vanessa and Octaviano Zuniga. Mr. Zuniga was born in Paterson where he resided before moving to Florida. He was a Salesman at Toyota in Sanford, FL. Visiting...
Dennis J. Gloede
Oct 6, 2009
Gloede, Dennis J., 65, of Clifton on October 6, 2009. Beloved husband of Irene (Arsenault). Loving father to Dennis Gloede Jr. of Clifton, Melissa & her husband Andrew Zinis of Clifton & Keith Gloede of Clifton. Grandfather to Maxwell Zinis. Brother of the late Herman Gloede. Brother in law of Theresa Gloede of Garfield. Mr. Gloede was born in Passaic...
Piotr Derewjanyk
Oct 5, 2009
Derewjanyk, Piotr, 76, of Clifton on October 5, 2009. Beloved husband of Anna (Ferenc)Derewjanyk Loving father to Michael and his wife Donna of Saddle Brook and the late Jerzy Derewjanyk. Mr. Derewjanyk was born in Wysowa, Poland and came to the US in 1965 settling in Passaic before moving to Clifton 30 years ago. He was a machinist at Missbrenner...
Marianna Gava
Oct 1, 2009
Gava, Marianna (Battistuz), 93, of Fullerton, CA formerly of Clifton on October 1, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Lino Gava. Loving mother to Maria Mazowiecki of Fullerton, CA. Sister to Angelo Battistuz of Clifton and the late William Battistuz. She is also survived by 2 grandchildren. Mrs. Gava was born in Clifton and moved to Sarmede, Italy in 1921,...
Helen C. Rush
Sep 29, 2009
Rush, Helen C. (Newman), 92, of Clifton on September 29, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert Rush. Loving mother to Maureen Rush of Clifton, Carolyn Paone and her husband Thomas Paone of Longmeadow, MA and Kathleen Rush of Brookline, MA. Sister to Mary Newman of Clifton and the late William and Robert Newman. Sister-in-law to Louise Newman of Lawrence,...
Mildred Kozak
Sep 24, 2009
Kozak, Mildred (Klorus), 86, of Lakehurst on September 24, 2009. Beloved wife of the late Albert Kozak. Loving mother to Diane De Vito of Manahawkin and the late Albert Kozak Jr.. Grandmother to Dana, Jody, Todd and Albert. Great Grandmother to Amanda and Samantha. Sister to the late Raymond Klorus. Mrs. Kozak was born in Garfield where she resided most...
Vito "Vic" K. Scangarello
Sep 23, 2009
Scangarello, Vito Vic K., 81, of Clifton on September 23, 2009. Beloved husband for 53 years of Theresa (Stefanacci) Scangarello. Loving father to Kenneth of Clifton and Thomas and his wife Karen of Hudson, Florida. Grandfather to Thomas Stephen. Brother to Joseph of California, Victoria of California, Frank of Passaic and the late Mildred Scangarello. Mr. Scangarello was born in...
William R. Sundermann
Sep 13, 2009
Sundermann, William R., 84, of Seaside Park on September 13, 2009. Beloved husband of Eleanor (Madden) Sundermann. Loving father to John Sundermann of Island Heights, James of Seaside Park and the late William E. and Robert. Mr. Sundermann was born in Philadelphia, PA and was a Salesman for Simon Abrasives in Philadelphia. He was an Air Force Veteran of World...
Frank Koslosky
Sep 13, 2009
Koslosky, Frank, 77, of Passaic on September 13, 2009 after long battle with cancer at home. Beloved husband to Mary Ellen Koslosky. Loving father to Joann Koslosky of Hopatcong and Kevin and his wife Kathy of Haskell. Grandfather to Jake and Zach. He is also survived by his brother Joseph Koslosky of Passaic. Mr. Koslosky was born in Forrestville, PA...
Grace Seider
Sep 5, 2009
Seider, Grace (Carpanera), 67, of Clifton on September 5, 2009. Beloved wife of Frank Seider. Loving mother to Marc & Rich both of Clifton. Niece of Florence Patacky & Tessie Arvay both of Clifton. Mrs. Seider was born in Italy and came to the US in 1949 settling in Clifton. She was a bookkeeper for Pugio Auto Sales in Lyndhurst...
Maryann Tierney
Sep 4, 2009
Tierney, Maryann, 69, of Wayne on September 4, 2009. Beloved sister of Rita Santo of Wayne, John Tierney & his wife Dolores of Milton, Delaware, Joan Banworth of Monroe Twp., NJ & the late Margaret Blankenship. Miss Tierney is also survived by 11 nieces & nephews and her companion of many years Harvey Ackerson. The family will receive their friends...
Harold Norbe
Aug 30, 2009
Norbe, Harold, 70, of Linden on August 30, 2009. Beloved son of the late Alexander and Elisa (Furlan) Norbe. Loving brother to Florence Nieglos of Monroe Township, NJ. Mr. Norbe was born in Passaic and lived in Linden for the past years. Funeral from the Marrocco Memorial Chapel 470 Colfax Avenue Clifton on Thursday at 10 AM. Entombment Calvary Cemetery....
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