LYNDHURST (Sept. 2, 2010) — Ellen O’Connor (née Pomidor), 87, of Lyndhurst, on Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010. Beloved wife of the late James J. Loving mother of Mary Ellen O’Connor, Gail W. McDonald and Chief James B. O’Connor. Dear sister of Loretta Rovito and her husband Tom. Cherished grandmother of Jamie, Jimmy and Beth O’Connor and mother-in-law of Barbara O’Connor. Adored great-grandmother of Shea Elizabeth Sailer. Dear aunt of Thomas Thurlby. Mrs. O’Connor was a den mother for Cub Pack 88 and a religious education teacher at Sacred Heart Church. For several years she served either as recording secretary, vice president or president of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Seniors.

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RUTHERFORD (Sept. 2, 2010) — We were blessed with Andrew Jonathan Ortega on May 3, 1997. Born in Secaucus, and raised in Rutherford, Andrew was an integral part of his community. Andrew, 13, gave 150 percent at all that he endeavored. He played baseball, basketball and football in town with exemplary passion and skill. His sportsmanship was admired by coaches, teammates and parents alike. A Gifted and Talented student at Pierrepont School, Andrew excelled academically maintaining high honors.

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IN MEMORIAM

William E. Reiger Jr. “Mr. Bill”

Sept. 1, 1941 — April 21, 2007

Who departed this life three years ago, I didn’t get to say goodbye that day, though you were in my arms. God saw you getting tired and said, “Come to Me.” It broke my heart to let you go, part of me went with you. I think of you with love every day. You will be forever in my heart, until we meet again.

Your loving wife, Linda

With all our love, your children, grandchildren, mother, sisters, family and many friends

RUTHERFORD (Aug. 25, 2010, 3:20 p.m.) — The storied history of The Leader Newspaper, South Bergen’s premier weekly publication, has seen a full suite of improvements and enhancements throughout its more than 100 years of publishing. For several years, it has lived up to its motto of being “The Pulse of the Meadowlands” for the local area.

Now, the newspaper, which serves eight communities in southern Bergen County, is ready to take a bold step into the 21st century media marketplace — and it has a few new friends to help it along the way.

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NORTH ARLINGTON (Aug. 26, 2010) — A funeral Mass for Catherine A. Beam (née Lang), 91, of North Arlington, was offered at 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, in Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, North Arlington, following the funeral from the Parow Funeral Home, North Arlington. Interment was in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Beam died Friday, Aug. 20, 2010, at the Cusack Care Center in Jersey City. Born in Jersey City, she lived there until moving to North Arlington 20 years ago. She was the beloved wife of the late William Beam, the devoted mother of James Beam and his wife Bernadette, Kathleen Pilla and her husband Anthony and the late William Beam and his surviving wife Patricia, the cherished grandmother of William, Dawn and Charles Beam, Nicole Tallarida and her husband Michael, Stephen and Lauren Pilla and adored great-grandmother of six.

The family would appreciate donations made to the Cusack Care Center, 537 Pavonia Ave., Jersey City, N.J. 07306 in her memory.

RUTHERFORD (Aug. 26, 2010) — Theodore Harrison, 68. Theodore was born Oct. 14, 1941, in New York City and passed peacefully in his sleep Aug. 18, 2010. He was adopted by Mrs. Lena Harrison and lived all of his life in Rutherford. He was educated in Saint Mary’s parochial schools and was a faithful parishioner of Saint Mary’s Roman Catholic Church. Ted was an avid Jets fan and loved a good football game and the tailgating that accompanied it. He also enjoyed a good game of Bid-Whist. He worked for many years as an auditor for Gulf Oil Company and as an accountant for several local banking institutions.

He was a devoted family member and was pre-deceased by his mother Lena Harrison and his beloved nephew Michael Harrison. He leaves to mourn his passing Corinne Campball of Wallington, Elaine Harrison of Newark and Mary Hayes of Atlanta, Ga. He also leaves behind a host of family and friends.

Arrangements by Macagna-Diffily-Onorato Funeral, Rutherford.

LYNDHURST (Aug. 26, 2010) — Helene Clare Chimento (née McDonnell), 85, of Lyndhurst, on Friday, July 30, 2010. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Chimento Sr. Loving mother of James Siverson, Anthony Chimento Jr., Lorraine Buccinio, Cheryl Dubenezic, the late Kathleen Chimento and Rosemary Weyersberg. Dear sister of Lorraine DeRosa. Cherished grandmother 13 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Chimento worked for the Walter Kiddie Co. in Belleville. She was the former head of the Altar Guild at St. Thomas Episcopal Church and a former vestry member. Funeral was Tuesday, Aug. 3 at 10 a.m. from the Ippolito-Stellato Funeral Home, 425 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst. Funeral Mass offered at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Interment East Ridgelawn Cemetery. Donations may be made to St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 300 Forest Ave., Lyndhurst, NJ 07071.

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(Aug. 26, 2010) — In loving memory of Anthony Bellina Sr. 2/22/36 — 8/26/07

“Pepper”

For these three years that our Dad has been gone, we have been on our own course and at our own pace making our way through the stages of grief. We help each other — but walk alone. The path is not straight.

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RUTHERFORD (Aug. 19, 2010) — George E. Fecanin, 80, of Rutherford, passed away Friday, Aug. 6, 2010. George was born in Rutherford and was a retired self-employed salesman for W.E. Timmerman in Whiting. He was also a United States Army veteran of the Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Avis (née) Hodlette (2004). Devoted uncle of George H. Fecanin and his wife Kim. Cherished great uncle of Robert, Kara and Kevin. Dear brother of Ernie Fecanin and his wife Mary.

Arrangements by Macagna-Diffily-Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of George E. Fecanin to Tyler’s Gift Foundation 201 Jay St. Wood-Ridge, N.J. 07075.

RUTHERFORD (Aug. 19, 2010) — Ellen Cook James, 94, of Rutherford, died peacefully at home Saturday, Aug. 7, surrounded by loved ones. Born and raised in Scranton, Pa., she lived in Rutherford for 68 years. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Jack James, who died in 1993, one day following their 57th wedding anniversary. She is also predeceased by her sister Muriel Stanton, her brother Bill Cook and her much loved grandson Douglas James Sheppard, who died in February.

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EAST RUTHERFORD (Aug. 19, 2010) — Elke “Terry” Cappadonna (née Sass), 68, departed life Friday, Aug. 13, 2010. She was born in Germany and resided in East Rutherford since 1969, and celebrated 50 years of marriage April 23, 2010. A nurse for 25 years, she last worked at Brookwood Convalescent Home. Terry was a former member of the East Rutherford Fire Department Ladies’ Auxiliary. Beloved wife of Michael Cappadonna, loving mother of Michele Solowinski and her husband Eric, Karen Cappadonna and Louis Cappadonna, all of East Rutherford. Cherished grandmother of Nicholas Solowinski. Dear sister of Evelyn Wertz and Charles Kaiser of Arizona. Also survived by cousin Ronald Schmucker and his wife Kay. Predeceased by her parents Jean Sass-Kaiser and Bernhard Sass.

Arrangements by Kimak Funeral Home, Carlstadt, and St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, East Rutherford. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Paterson. In lieu of flowers, donations in Terry’s name may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.

RUTHERFORD (Aug. 19, 2010) — Frank Alexander, 90, of Brentwood, N.H., and formerly of Rutherford, died Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010. Frank was born in Germany and had worked as a maitre d’ in numerous restaurants in New York City before retiring. He was also a World War II Army veteran. Beloved husband to Marie (née) Siegenthaler (1983). Devoted father to Randolph Alexander and Donna Trump. Cherished grandfather to five grandsons and four great-grandchildren.

Arrangements by Macagna-Diffily-Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. Interment at Hillside Cemetery, Lyndhurst. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank’s memory to Meals on Wheels 1200 Washington Ave., Suite 380, Minneapolis MN 55415.

WALLINGTON (Aug. 12, 2010) — Charles Vellis, 76, of Wallington, originally of Passaic, passed away Aug. 5, 2010. Charles was born in South Nyack, N.Y., and was a retired expeditor for Singer Kearfott Aviation in Little Falls. He was also a United States Army veteran. Beloved husband of Thomasina (née) Nazare. Devoted father of Charles, Robert and Thomas. Dear brother Cleo Vertopoulos, the late James, the late Thomas, the late George and the late Georgia. Loving grandfather of Charles Jr., Tiffany, Rachel, Madison, Kyle, Mackenzie.

Arrangements by Macagna-Diffily-Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. Funeral Mass offered at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Clifton. Entombment at Holy Cross Mausoleum, North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the International Multiple Myeloma Foundation 12650 Riverside Drive Suite 206 North Hollywood, CA 91607-3421.

HAMPTON, Conn. (Aug. 12, 2010)  — Joyce A. Goddard, 64, of Hampton, Conn., wife of John Goddard, died Tuesday, July 27, 2010, at Hartford Hospital. She was born Oct. 17, 1945, in Passaic, the daughter of the late Louis and Celeste (Ghiggeri) Frey and had lived in Hampton the past 33 years. She attended East Rutherford schools and was a member of St. Joseph’s parish in East Rutherford before moving to Connecticut.

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RUTHERFORD (Aug. 5, 2010) — Madeline Egan (née Denkscherz), 100, of Rutherford, died July 27, 2010. Madeline was born in Jersey City and was a special education teacher in the Rutherford School District before retiring. She was a parishioner of St. Mary RC Church, Rutherford, and a member and past president of its Rosary Alter Society. Madeline was also a member of the Community of God’s Love Church in Rutherford, a member and past president of the Catholic Women’s Club, and member of the Rutherford Taxpayers Association. Beloved wife to the late Peter (1968). Devoted mother to Peter F. Egan and his wife Anne, Michael J. Egan and his wife Carolyn, John A. Egan, Leo E. Egan and his wife Cory, and Joseph P. Egan and his wife Kathy. Loving grandmother to Peter, Suzanne, Margaret and Natalie. Cherished great-grandmother to Caroline, Peter, William, Luke, Jack and James.

Arrangements by Macagna Diffily Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. Funeral Mass offered at St. Mary Rc Church, Rutherford. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Rutherford Ambulance Corps 44 Ames Ave., Rutherford, NJ 07070.

CARLSTADT (Aug. 5, 2010) — Joan C. Trause (née Wirth), 77, of Carlstadt for more than 50 years, passed away July 30, 2010. For more than 10 years, Joan was the tax collector at the Carlstadt Borough Hall and retired in 2000. She was a parishioner of St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, a member of the Carlstadt Mother’s Club and a new member of the Carlstadt Senior Friendship Club. Beloved wife of the late Adolph “Trip” Trause. Loving mother of Guy E. Trause of Jackson, Michael Trause and his wife Karyn of Carlstadt, Gary Trause of Carlstadt, Craig Trause of Carlstadt, the late Richard A. Trause and mother-in-law of LuAnn Trause. Cherished grandmother of Christina, Joanna, Jennifer, Guy, Taylor, Zachary, Candis, Demi, Tiffany, Ryan and great-grandmother of Camryn. Dear sister of Gail Keck of North Reading, Pa., and her husband Jim and sister-in-law of Vito Trause of Washington Township.

Arrangements by Kimak Funeral Home, 425 Broad St., Carlstadt, and St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, East Rutherford. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, 120 Hoboken Road, East Rutherford, N.J. 07073.

RUTHERFORD (Aug. 5, 2010) — Ernest E. Ford, 73, of Rutherford, died July 27, 2010. Ernest was born in Lakewood and had worked as a supervisor for MCI in New York City before retiring. He was a United States Air Force veteran and member and trustee of the American Legion Post 109, Rutherford. Beloved husband to Judy (née) Beckett. Devoted father to Sandy Tritt and her husband Robert, Ernie Ford and his wife Doreen, and Chris Ford and his wife Dina. Loving brother to Edna Yates. Cherished grandfather to Michael and his wife Becky, Samantha, Holly, Emily, Erica, Nicholas and Mia.

Arrangements by Macagna -Diffily-Onorato Funeral Home, Rutherford. Funeral Mass offered at St. Mary RC Church, Rutherford. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Ave. Dallas, TX 75231.

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (July 29, 2010) — Patricia E. Weinberger, 79, passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice, Cape Coral, Fla., after an extended illness on July 20, 2010. She was born in Jersey City. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Ernest, three children Robert (Susanne), Peter (Michele), both of Cape Coral, Fla., and Ellen (William) of New Jersey, plus grandchildren Leigh-Anne, Kelsey and Peter Weinberger of Cape Coral, Fla., and William Devine of New Jersey, and great-grandson Jason Van Bodegon of Port Charlotte. She is also survived by her sister Virginia Noe and her brother George Zahn (Roseann), all from New Jersey. She was preceded in death by her parents George and Ellen Zahn. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Patricia retired from the New Jersey school system and moved to Cape Coral to be near her two sons Robert and Peter after living in Lyndhurst for more than 40 years.

Memorial service held at St. Andrews Church, Cape Coral, Fla. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Patricia Weinberger’s memory may be made to Hope Hospice, 2430 Diplomat Parkway, Cape Coral, Fla. 33909.

RUTHERFORD (July 29, 2010) — Sophie Schafer (née Alikakos), 83, of Rutherford, died July 22, 2010. Sophie was born in New York City and was a homemaker. Beloved wife to Donald. Devoted mother to Susan A. Schafer, Lisa E. Harrington and Diane E. Schafer.  Loving sister to Paul Alikakos and Anne Manoleas. Cherished grandmother to Craig P. Schafer, Matthew P. Schafer, Melanie Sophie Harrington and Michael Joseph Harrington III.  Funeral services were held privately under the direction of the Macagna-Diffily-Onorato Funeral Home 41 Ames Ave., Rutherford.

NORTH ARLINGTON (July 29, 2010) — Carl W. Johnson, 93, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010, in the NJ Veterans Memorial Home in Paramus. Carl was born in Kearny and has lived in North Arlington for many years. He served in the Army during World War II. He worked as a sales engineer for Johnson Controls, Inc. in Union for 46 years. He retired in 1981. He is survived by his daughter Lynn C. Johnson. He is also survived by his cousin Richard Gruters and his wife Marilyn and their children and grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his wife Mary “Molly” (Cairney) in 1996. He was a member of Copestone-Ophir Lodge No. 108 F.& A.M., Kearny. He served as an Elder at North Reformed Church, Newark. He was also a member of ASHRAE.

Arrangements by Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, Kearny. Interment, Arlington Cemetery, Kearny. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thiele-reid.com. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to North Reformed Church 510 Broad St., Newark, N.J. 07102