Barbara Hanak

Barbara Hanak (nee Olko), 78, peacefully passed away on April 21st, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on October 15th, 1946, to Leo and Anna Olko. She is survived by her devoted husband, Stephen of 51 years, daughters, Stephanie and her husband John and Amy and her husband Patrick. She is also survived by her four cherished grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents Leo and Anna Olko (nee Szewczyk), her brother Robert, and many uncles, aunts, and cousins.

Barbara spent many summers at the Jersey shore, where she made wonderful friends. She enjoyed dining out and shopping at the mall. She especially took pride in her grandchildren and all their accomplishments. She never missed a birthday party or special moment for them. She found much happiness in her pet dogs and favorite grand-dog. Her greatest joy was watching her grandchildren grow up.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, from 2-5pm at Vander Plaat Funeral Home, 257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff, NJ. A funeral service will be held on Monday April 28th, 2025, at 10am at Vander Plaat Funeral Home. Entombment will follow at George Washington Memorial Park, 234 Paramus Rd., Paramus, NJ.