DECEMBER 20, 2021 • PASCACK VALLEY PRESS
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Timothy SCHULER
Timothy Schuler, 79, of the Township of Washington passed away on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021 following a brief battle with cancer.
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Sansevere. Devoted mother to Mary Pacella and husband Joseph, Valerie DeSimone, Janet Garafano and husband Gary. Loving grandmother to Kimberly, Nick, Kristen, Steve and Danny. Cherished greatgrandmother to Danika, Nikalette and Brody. Funeral Mass was held at Assumption Roman Catholic Church in Emerson.
Jean VIGLONE
Jean Roman Viglone (Hagen) of Park Ridge passed away peacefully at home on Dec. 9, 2021 with
Tim is predeceased by his wife Sheila; they were married for more than 55 years. He was a beloved father to Tonya and her late husband Dan, Tamara and her husband Ian, grandfather to Nicholas, and brother to Cheryl, Peggy, Paul, and Dan. A nearly lifelong local resident, he began his career as a mechanic at his fatherʼs auto repair shop, Landmark Motors, and after serving in the Army in Germany, went on to own and operate Rolling Stock Auto Parts with his wife Sheila for over 40 years. He became an integral part of the community, and was well known for his extraordinary mechanical knowledge and friendly disposition. Always ready with a joke and a smile, Tim had a gift for placing people at ease. A true renaissance man, Tim had the talent to fix and build anything. His favorite activities included being a mechanical wizard as part of an auto racing pit crew, woodworking, and imparting his wisdom to his grandson Nick. Tim will be tremendously missed by family and his many friends.
her family at her side. Jean was born on Aug. 31, 1939 in Teaneck and grew up in Montvale. She graduated from Pascack Valley High School and then beautician school. After raising her children, Jean worked for First Fidelity Bank as a head teller for 20 years, retiring in 2001. Jean was a gifted artist and enjoyed painting and pencil/charcoal drawings which adorn the walls of her home. Her greatest joy in life was raising her children: Mark Greisch, Lisa Lang (Greisch), David Bujese and Maria McDowell (Roman), as well as spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Jennifer, Heather, Rebecca, Courtney, Kyle, Nathan, Emily, Chase, Bethany, Layla and Logan. Jean was predeceased by her Josephine husband Herb Viglone, her daughSANSEVERE ter Lisa, and her parents, Muriel Josephine Sansevere, 94, of and Carlton Demarest. Burial took place at WestWestwood passed away on Tueswood Cemetery, Westwood.
Eileen CASHIN
Eileen Therese Elizabeth Cashin (née Murray), 97, passed
day, Dec. 7, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Donato DeSimone and the late Robert
into eternal rest on Dec. 10, 2021 at home with her daughter by her side. She was born to Charles and Elizabeth Murray on Oct. 16, 1924 in Manhattan, New York. Eileenʼs childhood was nothing short of magical. She was the most important person in the world to her parents and her beloved Nana, who resided with her. Eileen spent her formative years in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. It was here that she excelled as a student and was awarded the Valedictorian of the St. Joseph High School, Class of 1943. After a few college courses, Eileen entered the work force at Morgan Guaranty Trust in Manhattan. This was the meeting place of her future husband, Edward, who had just returned from serving his country in the Coast Guard at the conclusion of World War II. The pair wed on June 8, 1947. Eileen and Ed, over the next 15 years, became parents to four children. They raised their family in Hillsdale. Motherhood was Eileenʼs calling and what a mother! She showered her children with unconditional love and support. She enjoyed teaching religious education classes and sharing her time with the Girl Scouts as a leader. After her youngest was in school full time, Eileen entered the work force once again. Her claim to fame was being employed at Sony Corporation where all beloved family members received Sony products as gifts! As life carried on, Eileen was blessed with seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, with her new baby great-grandson entering this world nine hours before she left it. Eileen found her second home in the church due to her devout love of the Catholic faith. She was a member of the Rosary Altar Society of St. John the Baptist Church in Hillsdale for 67 years. She was entrusted the treasurer position until age 90! Eileen loved this society because of its devotion to the Blessed Mother. Eileen loved to socialize, especially with her dear friends, the Sunshine Girls! They were like sisters to each other and second mothers to each otherʼs children. Some of the Sunshine Girls joined the 50 Plus Club, a social organization. Here, Eileen made new friends well into her 80s. She served as treasurer of that club until age 90 as well. An angel on Earth, she led a life well lived. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward Cashin, in 1984 and her daughter, Elizabeth, in 2014. Eileen leaves behind those who loved her dearly: her children, Edward and wife Donna, Kevin and wife Jacquelyn, and Donna and husband Joseph; seven grandchildren, Bryan and wife Jennifer, Eileen and husband Steven, Kristine, Kyle, Joseph and wife Kaitlyn, Michelle, and Matthew; and two great-grandchildren, Hannah and Carmine. A memorial mass for Eileen was held at St. John the Baptist
R.C. Church, Hillsdale. A committal service took place at Westwood Cemetery, Westwood. The family requests that donations be forwarded to St. John the Baptist Church, Hillsdale, in her memory. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Becker-FuneralHome.com for the Cashin family.
Marie OLSZEWSKI
Marie Olszewski, 104 — three months shy of 105 — passed away on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021 in her home after a long illness. She was a
resident of Westwood for 83 years after coming from Germany, where she was born. She and her late husband, Alwin, managed and operated a tailor shop for many years right across from the park in Westwood. She is survived by her loving daughter, Nancy; son-in-law Bob; three grandchildren, Rob, Cristie and Stephen; and six great-grandchildren. She was a great cook and loved to bake and cook her entire life. Her favorite hobby was gardening. Her oldest grandson, Rob, who is a philosophy/political college professor, inscribed in one of his recent books to her: “To the familyʼs original philosopher and the role model for all my questioning; this book is for you. With love, Rob.” Marie was also a longtime member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Westwood and developed many friendships there. She was loved by many people in her long life from family, neighbors and friends. Funeral will be held at the Zion Lutheran Church at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 18. Condolences can be given at 9 a.m. at the church. The burial will be at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Zion Lutheran Church Homebound Ministry, 155 Second Ave., Westwood, NJ 07675.
Alice OVERGAARD
Alice Overgaard (née Chevalier), 97, of Park Ridge, passed away on Dec. 9, 2021. Alice was born in South River on Oct. 31, 1924.
Alice is survived by her loving family: her children, Christian Overgaard and his wife Marilyn, Steve Overgaard and his wife Karen, and David Overgaard and his partner Caryl Yaiser; her niece Carol Boatner and nephew Sam Marigliani; her grandchildren, Sara McGuire and her husband Ben McGuire, Christian Overgaard and his wife Melissa, Kate Overgaard, Zachary Overgaard and his wife Jacquelyn, Alexandra Overgaard and her husband Sergio Nunez, and Emily Overgaard; her daughter-in-law Rebecca Deitrich; and her seven great-grandchildren, Alice and Rose McGuire, Eva and Christian Overgaard, and Julian, Angelina, and Sergio Nunez. Alice is predeceased by her devoted husband Jens Christian Jorgen Overgaard, father John Chevalier, mother Elizabeth Tewes, stepfather Charles Tewes, sister Edith Marigliani, and brother William Krinke. The family will receive their relatives and friends at the Robert Spearing Funeral Home, 155 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge, on Saturday, Dec. 18, from 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Tri-Boro Volunteer Ambulance Corps or the charity of your choice.
James M. DAVIDSON
James M. Davidson, 92, of the Township of Washington passed away on Dec. 12, 2021. James is survived by his beloved daughter, Carol Smith, and
her husband Mark; his adoring grandchildren Meghan, James and Mary Elizabeth Smith; and son-inlaw Roman Hirniak. He is predeceased by his dear wife of 36 years, Mary Davidson, and his cherished daughter, Janet Hirniak. James is also survived by dear friend, Marilyn Golusinski. He is a graduate of Emerson High School in Union City. He retired in 1992 after a successful career in banking. He was executive vice president of National Community Bank. He was past president of North Jersey Bankers Association, Bergen County 200 Club, a past member of the board of directors of United Way of Bergen County, and former board member of Holy Name Hospital. After his retirement, he became a certified EMT and volunteered at the Washington Township Ambulance Corps. James was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing.
