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As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions in Theodoreʼs memory may be made Theodore W. Lettie, 81, of to N.J. State Elks National VeterWayne, formerly of Park Ridge, ans Service or Special Childrenʼs passed away on Friday, Nov. 19, Committee. 2021.
Theodore W. LETTIE
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Anna “Annie” Sessa (née DiCenso), 90, of Emerson, formerly of College Point, N.Y., passed
Before retiring, Ted owned and operated Lettie Press, Inc., a successful commercial offset printing company, for over 30 years. Ted proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy, aboard the U.S.S. Antietam, from 1960 to 1962. Beloved husband and caregiver of the late Patricia Lettie (nee Maurer). Father of Donald T. and his significant other Juliana Kasyoki, Mark W. and his wife Stacy, and Steven A. and his wife Jennifer Hughes. Cherished grandfather of Dylan, Samuel, Lucas, and Quinn. Dear brother of Elaine Brogowski (nee Lettie) and her husband Paul. Uncle Ted will be missed by all his nieces and nephews. An Elk for over 40 years, he made their mission of helping handicap children and veterans his own. From Bingo, game nights and Thanksgiving dinner at the Paramus Veterans Home to the Army of Hope and Elks Camp Moore, to the American Legionʼs veteransʼ causes, he dedicated much of his life to the service of others. Interment, George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.
away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. Prior to retiring she worked for Varsity Transit Company in Queens, New York, for many years and she was a member of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local #1181. Annie was a member of the V.F.W Ladies Auxiliary of College Point, Queens, the Democratic Club of Queens, and she was a parishioner of Church of the Assumption, Emerson. Beloved wife of the late Joseph H. Sessa (2012). Devoted mother of Joseph J. Sessa and his wife Cheryl and Esther A. Cali and her husband Tom. Cherished grandmother of five grandchildren and great-grandmother of three. Dearest sister of the late Armanda Ewanyllo. Annie also leaves behind many loving nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at the Church of the
Assumption, Emerson, with burial Marion following at George Washington AZZOLINO Memorial Park Cemetery, Paramus. In lieu of flowers, please make Marion Azzolino (née a donation in Annieʼs memory to: Lupinacci), 87, of Pompton Plains, Alzheimerʼs Association, 8180 formerly of the Township of Greensboro Drive, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102 or ALZ.org.
Angie DRAKONTIDES
Angie Drakontides, 91, of River Vale, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021.
Angie is survived by her beloved husband, Criton; her children, Alysia Drakontides and Cathy Calcao and her husband, John; her grandchildren, Alexis and Carley Calcao; as well as her sister, Helen Karagias. She is predeceased by Virginia Antonopoulos, Nina Coutros, Alex Lagios and Steven Lagios. Angie enjoyed long walks outdoors and the beauty of nature. She loved to cook and experiment with new recipes. She was a selfless person who did everything she could to care for her family. A celebration of Angieʼs life and faith was held at Becker Funeral Home, Westwood, followed by interment at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Waretown.
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Washington, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021. Marion is survived by her loving husband, Joseph; her children, Joe Jr. and his wife Sue, Glen and his wife Jane, and Robert and his wife Monica; her grandchildren, Glen (Christine), Daniel (Nikki), Tara (Al), Christopher (Megan), Stephen, and Lauren; as well as her great-grandchildren Ryleigh, Mackson, Ryder, Dominic, Gavyn, Mila, Francesca, and Salvatore. She worked as a travel agent and particularly enjoyed guiding young couples planning their honeymoon. She enjoyed summers in Long Beach Island, traveling with friends, and most of all spending time with family. A mass celebrating Marionʼs life and faith was held at St. Gabriel the Archangel R.C. Church, Saddle River, followed by entombment at Garden of Memories, Township of Washington.
Eleanor FERGUSON
Eleanor Ferguson, 92, of Westwood, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Gerald W. Ferguson Sr. Devoted mother of Glenn and his wife Cathy, Gary and his wife Christine, Gail Jotantos and her husband Ed, Gaylene Davies and her husband Peter, and Ginger Frola and her husband Lou. She is predeceased by her son, Gerald W. Ferguson Jr. Loving grandmother of Tereasa, Danielle, Jeanette, Patrick, Ian, Robert, Ashley, Jessica and Angela. Cherished great-grandmother of Aly. A funeral service at Becker Funeral Home in Westwood was followed by interment at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.
Harriet E. COLUCCI
Harriet E. Colucci, 96, of Hillsdale, formerly of the Bronx, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Daniel A. Colucci. Devoted mother of Ginger Hausmann and Steven M. Colucci. Loving mother-in-law of Maureen Colucci and the late Gerard Hausmann. Dear sister of Dolly Flaherty and the late Joseph Dennett and Virginia Bivens. Cherished grandmother of Daniel Hausmann and Lauren Mae Tocci. Loving great-grandmother of Charlotte, Ellie, Johnny, and Bobby. A funeral mass celebrating Harrietʼs life and faith was held at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Hillsdale, followed by interment at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus.
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