All Obituaries

Helen Rogers of Upper Saddle River, passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at the age of 93.  Born in Morristown, Helen and her family of origin moved to New York and eventually made their way back across the Hudson to settle in Englewood Cliffs.  After graduating from Fort Lee High School, she chased her dreams and entered the world of fashion which, in the course of time, led to a brief career as a New York City runway model.  A woman known for her great poise and...

Constantine A. Kominos, 61, of Mahwah, NJ, passed away too early surrounded by his family on January 17,2022. Constantine aka Costa is survived by his wife Zografia of 34 years, sons Arthur Kominos and Nicholas Kominos, daughter Alexandra Kominos, Mother Stratoula Kominos (Yia-Yia). He is survived also by aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family. Constantine was a loving father, husband, and friend to all. Constantine loved sports, music, cars, spending time with loved...

Elizabeth M. Sullivan “Betty”, 84, of Waldwick, died on Saturday, January 15, 2022 surrounded by her family. Born in Brooklyn, she lived in Madison before moving to Waldwick, 7 years ago. Betty was an administrative assistant for AT&T and Dun & Bradstreet in Murray Hill until she retired.   She was involved in the Madison Seniors, Madison Red Hats and the Tamaron Sunshine Club.  Betty loved getting together with family and friends and going to luncheons...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janet Mary Helle (née Henry) on December 27, 2021 at the age of 76. Janet was born on March 26, 1945 in Fairfield, Connecticut. She remained a long-time resident of the town of Fairfield, graduating from Fairfield High School, and raising her two children there for many years. More recently, Janet resided in Ormond Beach, Florida and then Keystone Heights, Florida. Though no matter how far she traveled, she still loved to spend...

Vasilios “Bill” Saites, age 93 of Saddle River died peacefully at home on January 14, 2022. Bill was born in the village of Othos on the Greek island of Karpathos to Theodora (nee Papadopoulos) and Nicholas Saites. He left his home at the age of 14 to attend high school in Rhodes, Greece and in 1948 he emigrated to the United States to pursue the American Dream. Unable to speak the language, he attended school to learn English while working to support himself in a variety of jobs...

Charles J. Swensen, 81, of Mahwah, NJ, passed away on January 14, 2022. Charlie was born and raised in West New York, where he met the love of his life, Joan, in 1957. They married in 1963, and lived in Bergenfield for 25 years, where they raised their four children. Charlie and Joan shared 56 years of faith, love, and commitment until Joan’s passing in 2019. As a student, basketball player, coach, teacher and respected administrator, Charlie was a staple in the West New York community...

Gary G. Knackmuhs, MD passed away peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022. He was 71. Born in Schenectady, NY, he was a longtime resident of Wyckoff. Gary received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Cornell University followed by a medical degree from New York Medical College. He completed his Internal Medicine training at Mount Sinai Medical Center and his Infectious Disease fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center. He was an Infectious Disease physician at Valley Hospital for 40 years...

Michael Barone, 48, of Ramsey, died on Friday, January 14, 2022. Born in the Bronx, NY, Michael grew up in Yonkers before settling in NJ and moving to Ramsey. He was a valued employee for 26 years at Arcadis, U.S, Inc. and was promoted to Senior Project Manager.   Michael is survived by his loving wife Tina of 16 years, his children Michael, 14 years and Angelina, 12 years, his parents Frank and Lorraine, his sister Lisa Barone, his Mother -in-law, Lina Siciliano, his...

  Philip Veli, 78, died peacefully after a lengthy illness on January 14, 2022.  Philip was born on December 6, 1943 in Ragusa, Sicily.  The son of Vincenzo and Rosalia Veli, Philip was the oldest of four children.  Brother of Anthony (Phyllis), sister Rosalie Giudice (John) and brother Salvatore (Kathy).  Philip started a career in Sicily as an apprentice barber and immigrated to the Unites States in 1961 and settled in Paterson, NJ.  He received his...

Barry G. Balala, 54, of Midland Park, NJ, passed away unexpectantly on January 13, 2022 after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Hackensack, NJ on March 8, 1967, son of Louis R. Balala and Lois Balala.  He is survived by his spouse, Cathy (Collette) and his daughters Rachael and Jessica Balala.  He is also survived by his parents and his sister, Jill Balala.  He is predeceased by his brother Louis N. Balala. He was a wonderful son and brother.  Barry graduated...