Ackerman, Donald, Jr. age 47, a sanitation worker for Bloomingdale Borough, Bloomingdale, died Tuesday, March 13, 2007 at his home in Bloomingdale, NJ. Mr. Ackerman was a 20-year resident previously from Butler. He is survived by his wife Jane (Weatherwalks) and a sister Patricia Lacroix of Easton, PA. He was the son of Donald Ackerman, Sr. and Pearl (Donohue) Ackerman. Friends may call Friday 11AM-2PM at the Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 16, 2007 at 2:00 PM at the Richards Funeral Home 4 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale. Interment
Mount Rest Cemetery, Butler.
Aliotta, Mary (Drejman) age 79 passed away on May 31, 2007. She retired from Continental Can Company where she was the first female forklift operator. She cared for her husband, Salvatore, who preceded her in death. Mary’s caring, compassion and generosity will always be remembered by her friends and family. She is survived by her son, Salvatore, Jr. and his wife Sherry of Jackson, TN, her grandson Stephan and his wife Angela of Evansville, IN, her great granddaughter, Sicily and her brother, Edwin Drejman of Mahwah, NJ. Visitation will be held at the Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford from 10-11:30AM on Wednesday, June 6th with funeral services at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Hewitt at 12 noon.
Allen, Ruth A. (McClintock), 87, of West Milford, NJ formerly of Elizabeth, PA and Flat Rock, MI died Thursday, August 16, 2007 at the Milford Manor Nursing Home, West Milford, NJ. Born August 31, 1919 in Forward Twp., PA, she was the daughter of the late Samuel F. and Charlotte (Hofmeister) McClintock and wife of the late Paul Allen. Former active member of the Flat Rock Methodist Church. She is survived by a daughter Louise Zielinski of West Milford, NJ, a son, Harry Allen of San Antonio, TX, a brother, Samuel McClintock of Atlanta, GA. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Friends received in the Paul E. Bekavac Funeral Home, 221 Second Street, Elizabeth, PA 15037 on Monday from 10 AM until the time of service 11 AM in the funeral home chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to the Flat Rock Methodist Church, Evergreen Street, Flat Rock, MI 48134.
Allison, Donald, age 87, a long time resident of Pompton Lakes, NJ, died on January 31, 2007 in Myrtle Beach, SC after a brief illness. He moved to Myrtle Beach in 2002 from Port Orange, FL, where he and his late wife, Marjorie (1997) had retired in 1987. Mr. Allison was a member of the Pompton Lakes Board of Education and served as its Vice President. Mr. Allison worked for New York Life Insurance Co. for 41 years in the mortgage and loan dept. He was a member of the Pompton Lakes Republican Club and Christ Episcopal Church and served as an artillery instructor at Ft. Benning, GA and as a combat infantryman in Europe. He was the son of Walter and Laurette (Hurdy) Allison and had attended Seton Hall University. Surviving are sons, Donald and wife Carol of Lake Zurich, IL, David and wife Diane of Pipersville, PA; four granchildren, Steven D. Allison (Karen) of Irvine, CA, Kevin Allison of San Francisco, CA, Briana Allison of Harrisburg, PA and Susanne Allison of Lake in the Hills, IL: one brother, Malcolm (Karen) of Butler; one sister, Jean Rinehart of Hackettstown. He was predeceased by his brother, Bertram. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at 10 AM at the Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale. Visitation will be held on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. Interment
at Pompton Reformed Church Cemetery in Pompton Lakes. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Donald and Marjorie S. Allison Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Pompton Lakes High School, Lakeside Ave., Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442.
Alston, Chanola, age 99, a retired social worker for New York City, died Friday, January 26, 2007 at her home in West Milford, NJ. Ms. Alston attained a BA from College of New Rochelle, NY and MA from Fordham University. She Formerly served on Advisory Council Passaic County Republican Club, former member of NY Association of Business & Professional Women, Jet Set of Upper Greenwood Lake, NJ and a member of the West Milford Presbyterian Church, West Milford, NJ. Miss Alston lived in West Milford, NJ (1950-2007) and New York City, NY. She is survived by a sister Sabina A. Gould of Littleton, NC. Predeceased by her father, Rev. Henry H. Alston, and her mother, Pattie Lue Solomon, and two sisters, Ophelia Berry and Matilda Carr. She was the daughter of Rev. Henry and Pattie (Solomon) Alston. Funeral services will be held Thursday, February 1 at 11 AM with Rev. Dr. Janet Macgregor-Williams of West Milford Presbyterian Church will be officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Holiness Cemetery in Butler. Visiting Thursday 10-11 AM at the Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford.
Amarante, Helen M. (Knyfd), age 74, died Thursday, May 24, 2007 at Health Center at Bloomingdale, NJ. Mrs. Amarante lived in Bloomingdale for 5 years and was previously from Ridgewood. She is survived by a son, Charles A. Amarante of Paterson, NJ, a daughter, Margaret C. Russo of West Milford, NJ and three grandsons, Joseph, Matthew and Jonathan. She was predeceased by her husband Andrew. Mrs. Amarante was born in Englewood, NJ the daughter of the late Garrett and Ruth Mary (Markhouse) Knyfd. Visiting at the Richards Funeral Home, West Milford on Sunday (5/27) from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 27, 2007 at 8:30 PM at the Richards Funeral Home, West Milford. Final disposition is private.
Anderson, Patricia M. (Conklin), 57, of West Milford formerly of Wanaque on Sunday, August 12, 2007. Mrs. Anderson was an administrative assistant-accounts payable for Morris Industries, Pompton Plains. She is survived by her husband William, her mother, Tina Mandt Conklin of Wanaque, a son, David Anderson of FL, a daughter Lisa C. Anderson-Jenkins of West Milford, a brother, Nick Conklin and a sister Robin Conklin both of Wanaque and a grandson, Daniel William Jenkins. Her father Howard predeceased her. Visiting at the Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford on Thursday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services and final disposition are private.
Anderson, Robert G., 49, of Paterson died Sunday May 6, 2007. Beloved son of Shirley (Baart) Anderson of West Milford. Brother of Kenneth Anderson of Oak Ridge and William Anderson of Broadheadsville, PA. Funeral services Wednesday 8:30 PM at Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford. Final disposition is private. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Evelyn B. Abramowitz, 53, a collections agent for Williams & Alexander, Wayne, NJ, died Friday, October 1, 2004 at University Med. Ctr in Hackensack. Ms Abramowitz was a Pompton Lakes Councilwoman for 1 year and was previously on Board of Education, she was also very active in politics. Ms. Abramowitz lived in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey for 48 years. She is survived by Gregory Perruzzi (Son) of Montclair, Michael Perruzzi (Son) of Pompton Lakes, Kenneth Parruzzi (Son) of Pompton Lakes, NJ, Cynthia Colella (Daughter) of Hawthorne, Barbara Klein (Sister) of Norwood, NJ. She was born November 28, 1950 in Manhattan, New York the daughter of Henry and Lee (Sklar) Abramowitz. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home on Saturday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 3, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. at Richards Funeral Home. Burial will be in the King Solomon Memorial Park in Clifton. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Evelyn Abramowitz Memorial Scholarship fund at Pompton Lakes High School. All checks should be made out to Pompton Lakes High School Scholarship and Loan Fund, 104 Hemlock Road, Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
Ahrens, Ann Patricia (Conlan), 82, died Tuesday, November 30, 2004 at her home in West Milford, NJ. Mrs Ahrens was a member of St Joseph's Church, W.Milford and it's Rosary Society and a 27 year Volunteer at St Clare's Hospital, Denville. Mrs. Ahrens lived in West Milford, NJ for 59 years. She is survived by her husband Walter, Mary Ann Murphy (Daughter) of Stockholm, NJ and her husband Pat, Martha Padley (Daughter) of West Milford, NJ, Kay Murray (Sister)of MD, 5 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren. She was born May 11, 1922 in Orange, NJ the daughter of Charles and Margaret (Crowley) Conlan. Funeral Liturgy will be held Friday, December 3, 2004 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Joseph's Church, 454 Germantown Road, West Milford. Rev. Fr. Sigmund Peplowski will be officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to Parkinson's NJ A.P.D.A. Chapter, PO Box 5273, Kendall Park, NJ 08824 would be appreciated. Arrangements by the Richards Funeral Home, West Milford.
Lucy M. Ardizzone, 82, a retired bookkeeper for Harcourt Brace Jovanavich, Saddle Brook. died Sunday, December 26, 2004 at St. Josephs Hospital in Paterson, New Jersey. She was a member of the West Milford Garden Club and Hasbrouck Heights V.F.W. Women's Aux. Mrs. Ardizzone lived in Wayne, formerly from W. Milford and Lodi. She is survived by Vincent Ardizzone (Son) of Wayne, Linda Ardizzone (Daughter-in-law) , Ellen Chircop (Daughter) of S. Hadley, MA, Robert Chircop (Son-in-law) , Elizabeth Frey (Daughter) of West Milford, Stephen Frey (Son-in-law), Michael Yanak (Brother) of Big Flats, NY. She was preceded in death by her husband Vincent( 1989). She was born October 13, 1922 in Scranton, Pennsylvania the daughter of Michael and Lucy (Martin) Yanak. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home on Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM Funeral services will be held Thursday, December 30, 2004 at 10:30 A.M. at Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Hewitt. Interment
Warwick Cemetery in Warwick.
Ackerman, Ophelia 83, a retired cafeteria worker for West Milford Board of Education, West Milford, NJ, died Thursday, December 30, 2004 at her daughter's home in Oak Ridge, NJ. Mrs. Ackerman came to live in Oak Ridge in 2004 and was previously from Brooksville, Fl. She is survived by Luella Jennings (Daughter) of Oak Ridge, NJ, Mary Marie Matarazzo (Daughter) of SC, 4 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Russell (2000). She was born November 13, 1921 in Bloomingdale, NJ the daughter of Clark and Mary (Gould) Decker. Friends may call at the Richards Funeral Home, West Milford on Sunday (Jan 2) from 2-4 PM. Funeral services and cremation are private. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Heart Association, 2550 US Highway 1, North Brunswick, NJ 08902-4301 would be appreciated.
Elmer M. Ackerman, 85, a retired custodian for the Wanaque School System, died Thursday, January 20, 2005 at his home in Wanaque, New Jersey. Mr. Ackerman was a lifetime resident of Wanaque. He is survived by Gary Ackerman (Son) of Wanaque, Robert Ackerman of Vernon, Toni Elias (Daughter) of Lehigh Acres, FL, Barbara Redman (Daughter) of St. Cloud, FL, Clinton (Brother) of Butler, Roger (Brother) of Vernon, Earl (Brother) of Mt. Bethel, PA, Frank (Brother) of Teaneck, Grace Wolbrink (Sister) of Holland, MI, Mary Jane Lewis (Sister) of Wantage. He was preceded in death by his wife Betty (Stokem) in 1997. He was born March 03, 1919 in Wanaque, New Jersey the son of Edward and Charlotte (Gainer) Ackerman. He served in the Army Air Force during World War II having attained the rank of Master Sergeant. He served during 1942 to 1947 and earned the Distinguished Unit Badge, Eame Theater Service Medal with 6 Bronze Stars. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 10:00 A.M. at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Tpk., Riverdale. Interment
Cemetery of the Highlands in Highland Mills New York. Friends may call at the Richards Funeral Home, Riverdale on Monday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers ,family requests donations to the Wanaque 1st Aid Squad would be appreciated.
Amrhein, Lucille G. (Yeager) Roppenecker , 84, died Saturday, January 22, 2005 in Englewood, Fl. She was a former member of The West Milford Golden Agers, West Milford Square Dancers and Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Hewitt. Mrs. Roppenecker Amrhein lived in Englewood, Florida and was previously from West Milford,NJ. She is survived by her husband Charles, William F. Roppenecker (Son) of San Miguel de Allende, MX, Robert Roppenecker (Son) of Gastonia, NC, John Roppenecker (Son) of West Chester, OH, Helen Flynn (Sister) of Blairstown, NJ, 5 Grandchildren, 4 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by Frank W. Roppenecker (Husband). She was born December 20, 1920 in Newark, NJ the daughter of George and Mary (Foran) Yeager. Friends may call at the Richards Funeral Home, West Milford, NJ on Friday (1/28) from 1-2 pm. Funeral services will be held Friday, January 28, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. at Richards Funeral Home, West Milford. Rev. Fr. Sigmund Peplowski of St. Joseph's Church will be officiating. Burial will be in the Restland Memorial Park in East Hanover.
Arnold, Ruth (nee Banta), 77, died Saturday, July 14, 2007 at Chilton Hospital in Pequannock, New Jersey. She was the daughter of Russell and Josephine (Tattler) Banta. A resident of Pompton Lakes since 1946, she was a member of the VFW Aux. Pompton Lakes 2906, Grace Bible Church, Pompton Plains. She was retired from Nabisco, Fairlawn. Beloved wife of Joseph, devoted mother to Andrew Meyers of Paterson, George Meyers of Broadsheadville, PA, Linda Blackwell of Lake Hopatcong, NJ, Judie Buchalski of West Milford, sister of Russell Banta of Haskell and the late George Banta. Also survived by eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. Funeral services 11:30 AM Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at the Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale. Internmet Pompton Reformed Church Cemetery, Pompton Lakes. Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM.
Beatty, Robert A., 80, a retired heavy equipment operator for Operating Engineers Local 825, Clifton, NJ died Thursday, September 13, 2007 at Bethesda Hospital in Boynton Beach, Florida. Mr. Beatty lived in Lake Worth, Florida for 18 years and was previously from Pompton Plains. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; three sons, Douglas and (Shirley) of Boynton Beach, FL, Bruce and (Nancy) of St. Petersburg, FL, and Robert of Lake Worth, FL; a brother Edward of Toms River. Also survived by ien grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He was the son of Robert and Helen (Stevens) Beatty. He served in the Navy during World War II. Funeral services 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale. Interment
Laurel Grove Memorial Park in Totowa. Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 & 7-9 PM.
Wendelin "Opa" R. Burckhardt, 76, a retired printing pressman for Wood Press, where he worked for 20 years, died Saturday, August 21, 2004 at Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Member of the Pressman's Union, E. Orange, NJ. and served as a shop steward for man years. Member of the North Jersey German Shepherd Club, Oakland. He played soccer in Passaic and was an avid fisherman. Mr. Burckhardt made bird Houses & walking sticks and sold them world wide. Mr. Burckhardt lived in Wanaque, New Jersey for 39 years and was previously from Passaic. He is survived by Urlike Wundrack-Lippner (Daughter) of West Milford, NJ, Dorothea D. Ventimiglia (Daughter) of West Milford, NJ, Fritz Burckhardt (Brother) of Germany, 4 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Dorthea, his father, Heinrich Burckhardt, and his mother, Mrs. Laubscher, Edgar Burckhardt (Brother). He was born November 21, 1927 in Weidenthal/Pfalz, Germany, the son of Heinrich and Mrs. (Laubscher) Burckhardt. Friends may call Richards Funeral Home, Inc. on Monday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 24, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. at Richards Funeral Home, Inc.. Rev. William Beltle will be officiating. Interment
will be in the Warwick Cemetery in Warwick.
Josephine Brynkiewicz, 84, a retired loom worker for Messer Textiles of Paterson, died Monday, October 04, 2004 at her home in West Milford, New Jersey. Born in Poland, Mrs. Brynkiewicz lived in Riverdale, before moving to West Milford 25 years ago. She is survived by Henry Szpak (Son) of Jefferson, Richard Szpak (Son) of Clearwater, FL, Marie Hollick (Daughter) of West Milford, and Sophia Rivera (Daughter) of Riverdale. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Brynkiewicz (1980). She was born September 08, 1920, the daughter of Jozef and Maria Szpak. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home on Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 7, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. at Richards Funeral Home, Riverdale. Burial will be in the Pompton Reformed Church Cemetery in Pompton Lakes.
Boylan, Julia (Dola), 97, a homemaker died Wednesday, October 13, 2004 at her home in West Milford, NJ. Mrs. Boylan was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Hewitt Mrs. Boylan lived in West Milford, for 40 years and was previously from Clifton. She is survived by Edward Dola (Brother) of Lancaster, PA, Alfred Zyskowski (Nephew) of Port Charlotte, FL. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene, her father, John Dola, her mother and a son, Harold Boylan, several brothers and sisters. She was born September 24, 1907 in Clifton, NJ.All services are private. Donations to the West Milford Animal Shelter, PO Box 72, West Milford, NJ 07480 would be appreciated.
Cynthia Louise Berkemeyer, 60, a head cashier for Home Depot, died Sunday, October 17, 2004 at Chilton Hospital in Pequannock, New Jersey. Mrs. Berkemeyer lived in Oak Ridge for 15 years and was previously from Wanaque. She is survived by her husband Charles, Thomas Berkemeyer (Son) of Wanaque, Ben Dow (Brother) of Toms River, Paul Dow (Brother) of Pompton Lakes, David Dow (Brother) of Pompton Lakes, Clara Mathews (Sister) of Sussex, Judy Harriett (Sister) of AZ, Susan Willoughby (Sister) of VA, Josephine Keller (Sister) of Forked River. She was born August 06, 1944 in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey the daughter of Benjamin and Susan (Fletcher) Dow. Services are private. Arrangements Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Tpk., Riverdale
Brown, John E. 73, a retired stationery engineer for William Patterson University, died Tuesday, October 26, 2004 at Chilton Hospital in Pequannock, New Jersey. Mr. Brown lived in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey since 1962 and was previously from Paterson. He is survived by Gail Williams (Daughter) of Dayton, OH, Darlene Sykes (Daughter) of Daytona, FL, Doreen Cutrona (Daughter) of Toms River, NJ. and four grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret (1995) and his parents. He was born July 04, 1931 in Paterson, New Jersey. He served in the Navy during Korean Conflict. Services are private. Arrangements by the Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Tpk., Riverdale, NJ.
Rose A. Brooks (Scime), 76, a retired telephone operator for Domino Sugar, died Monday, November 29, 2004 at Chilton Hospital in Pequannock, New Jersey. Ms Brooks lived in Ringwood, New Jersey for 33 years and was previously from the Bronx, NY. She is survived by her companion Raymond Barrett, Joseph Brooks (Son) of Queens, NY, Gloria Brooks (Daughter) of Ringwood, NJ, Dorothy Forgione (Daughter) of Rockaway, NJ, Joseph Scime (Brother) of Fl, Eugene Scime (Brother) of Fl, Frances Wasnick (Sister) of MD. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren. She was born September 06, 1928 in Bronx, New York the daughter of Guiseppe and Josephine (Petrinecho) Scime. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Tpk., Riverdale on Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday, December 2, 2004 at St. Catherine of Bologna Church, Ringwood at 10 AM. Interment
George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus.
Paul Blake, 56, an E.D.M. operator for Sandvik Co. Fairlawn, died Friday, January 07, 2005. Mr. Blake lived in Bloomingdale for 5 years and was formerly of Nutley. He is survived by his girlfriend, Kathy Leonard, David Blake (Brother) of Kennilworth, George Blake (Brother) of Fl. , Barbara Nagengast (Sister) of Bridgewater, JoAnn Brown (Sister) of Toms River, Magdeline Porzio (Sister) of Scotch Plains, Cynthia Campbell (Sister) of Mt. Pleasant, SC, Elizabeth Santos (Sister) of Union. He was preceded in death by his father, David Blake, and his mother, Nacia Sapowicz. He was born January 22, 1948 in Newark, New Jersey the son of David and Nacia (Sapowicz) Blake. He served in the Navy, having attained the rank of AMS 3. Funeral liturgy Tuesday, January 11, 2005 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Paul the Apostle RC Church., Irvington, NJ . Cremation private.
Robert J. Burkhardt, 70, a retired mechanic for Oakland Borough Dept of Public Works, died Sunday, March 19, 2005 at his home in Kannapolis, North Carolina. Mr. Burkhardt lived in Kannapolis, North Carolina for 1 year and was previously from Bloomingdale. He is survived by his wife Shirley, 5 sons, Bruce Burkhardt, Eric Burkhardt, Glenn Burkhardt, Rodd Burkhardt, Kurt Burkhardt, 2 daughters, Susan Trentacoste, Kathy Del Giudice a brother, Russell Burkhardt and a sister, Ruth Shenise. 13 Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Russell Burkhardt, and his mother, Elsie Kennedy. He was born July 23, 1934 in Paterson, New Jersey the son of Robert and Elsie (Kennedy) Burkhardt. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale on Wednesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 24, 2005 at 12:30 P.M. at Richards Funeral Home, Riverdale. Interment
Mount Rest Cemetery in Butler.
Cozzens Gertrude P. (Phillips), 99, widow of Henry A. (10/5/1965) died Wednesday, August 11, 2004 at St. Joseph’s Wayne Hospital in Wayne, NJ. A 1928 graduate of Mountainside Nursing School, Montclair, NJ., she was a charter member of Pompton Lakes Women's Club and P.L. First Aid Squad and founded Pompton Lakes War Relief.. A member of Pompton Reformed Church, Pompton Lakes and President of its Women's Guild, she was also a Girl Scout leader for 6 years. Mrs. Cozzens lived in Pompton Lakes from 1937 to1966 when she moved to Wayne, NJ. She is survived by nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Henry (10/5/1965). She was born October 20, 1904 in Jersey City, NJ the daughter of William and Mary (Pinch) Phillips. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home, Riverdale, NJ on Friday (Aug 27th) from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM Graveside funeral services will be held Saturday, August 28, 2004 at 11:00 A.M. at Pompton Reformed Church Cemetery, Pompton Lakes. Rev. Tom Bartha will be officiating.
Wilbur Cropley, 73, a research librarian for Christian Studies died Monday, October 18, 2004 at Whiting Health Care Center in Whiting, New Jersey. Mr. Cropley lived in Whiting, New Jersey for 4 years, was previously from Bloomingdale (38 Years) and Liberty Corner. He was preceded in death by his father, Hugh Cropley, and his mother, Nina Weeks. He was born June 20, 1931 in Bronx, New York the son of Hugh and Nina (Weeks) Cropley. He resided in Weston, Me as a child and the Bronx, NY where he attended school. He obtained his Batchlor's Degree at Northeastern Bible College in Essex Fells and his Masters in Library Science at Rutgers. He served in the Air Force during the 1950's. Mr. Cropley was a former employee of Kearfott, WFME radio, bible College at Fellowship Deaconry in Liberty Corner, The Somerset Bible College in Zerephath and Americas Keswick in Whiting. He is survived by Raynor Cropley (Brother) of Long Valley, Bryan Cropley (Brother) of Pinehurst, NC, Melvin Cropley (Brother) of Linden, Janet Patterson (Brother) of Melbourne, FL. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 23, 2004 at 10:00 A.M. at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Tpk., Riverdale. Interment
Kenisco Cemetery in Valhalla, NY. A memorial service to be held at a later date at Americas Keswick in Whiting. Friends may call Friday 7-9 PM.
John P Calabrese, Sr., a retired expeditor for Skyline Auto Auction, Fairfield, died Sunday, November 28, 2004. Mr. Calabrese lived in Ringwood, New Jersey since 1959. He is survived by his wife Eleanor, John Calabrese, Jr. (Son) of Ringwood, Matthew Calabrese (Son) of Arizona, Gerard Calabrese (Son) of Oak Ridge, Grace Taino (Daughter) of Lanoka Harbor, Louise Dennis (Daughter) of Spring Lake, Doris Warner (Daughter) of Warwick, NY, Angie Dionisio (Sister) of Matawan, NJ. He was preceded in death by his father, Matthew Calabrese, and his mother, Grace. He was born November 16, 1926 in, Hoboken, the son of Matthew and Grace Calabrese. He served in the Army during World War II. Visitation will be held at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark Pompton Tpk., Riverdale on Tuesday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral Mass of Christian burial will be held Wednesday, December 1, 2004 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Church. Interment
George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus.
Frances A. Cole (Schultz), age 60, an accountant for McKay-Hochman, died Wednesday, December 08, 2004 at Chilton Hospital in Pequannock, New Jersey. Mrs. Cole lived in Riverdale since 1966 . She is survived by Paul Cole (Son) of Bloomingdale, Frances Whritenour (Daughter) of Oak Ridge, Mary Thomson (Daughter) of Riverdale, Joseph Schultz (Brother) of Lincoln Park, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul (1998). She was born May 17, 1944 in Passaic, New Jersey the daughter of Joseph and Genevieve (Jaskot) Schultz. Friends may call at the Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark-Pompton Tpk., Riverdale on Friday from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, December 11, 2004 at 9:00 A.M.
Card (Simonoff), Christine S. (nee Rhinesmith) 62, a retired school bus driver for West Milford Board of Education, died Monday, January 31, 2005 at Bay State Medical Center in Springfield, Massachusetts. Mrs. Card (Simonoff) was a NJEA Union Member & Steward. Mrs. Card (Simonoff) lived in Agawam, Massachusetts for 7 yrs and was previously from West Milford, NJ. She is survived by her husband Stuart, Scott A. Card (Son) of Hewitt, NJ, Darren W. Card (Son) of Franklin, NJ, Margaret Gregson (Weller) (Sister) of Hamburg, NJ. She was preceded in death by Joseph Card (Son), Dorothy Card (Daughter). She was born November 20, 1942 in Paterson, NJ the daughter of Norman and Christina (Ferguson) Rhinesmith. Friends may call at the Richards Funeral Home, West Milford on Friday (2/4) from 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be held Saturday, February 5, 2005 at 9:30 A.M. at Richards Funeral Home, West Milford. Burial will be in the Laurel Grove Memorial Park in Totowa.
