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Darien Library Unveils New Initiative For Book Recommendations Darien Library Unveils New Initiative For Book Recommendations
Darien Library Unveils New Initiative For Book Recommendations DARIEN, Conn. -- The Darien Library has created another way for patrons to find the perfect book to read with this month’s launch of its Bookbrowser Station.  “Our librarians provided more than 3,000 personal book recommendations to our patrons last year," said Stephanie Anderson, the library's assistant director for public services. "We are always trying to reach more of our community and help them find their perfect books. This grant is an excellent opportunity for us to continue to improve our recommendations and reach even more readers.”  The Readers’ Advisory team designed th…
Victoria Cirello, 84, Of Hackensack Victoria Cirello, 84, Of Hackensack
Victoria Cirello, 84, Of Hackensack HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Victoria Cirello, of Hackensack died Friday, Nov. 25. She was 84.  Born in Hackensack in 1932, she lived in Rochelle Park and had lived in Toms River for 30 years. She was a graduate of Jersey City Medical School of Nursing and obtained her master's degree from Seton Hall University. She retired in 1985 as a registered nurse and health teacher at Midland Park High School. She also worked as a nurse for Country Manor of Toms River.  She was predeceased by her parents, Eleanor (nee Sellarole) and Patrick Cirello; sisters, Patricia Fausak and Eleanor Cirello. A prayer serv…
Edward 'Abit' Sirazi, 60, Of Paramus Edward 'Abit' Sirazi, 60, Of Paramus
Edward 'Abit' Sirazi, 60, Of Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. -- Edward "Abit" Sirazi, of Paramus, died Nov. 25. He was 60. He was the co-owner of Big Apple Jewelry in East Rutherford and formerly was a parishioner of St. Mark’s Syriac Orthodox Cathedral in Teaneck.  He is survived by his brother, Albert Sirazi and wife Maryann.  He was the son of Nezire Sirazi of Paramus and the late Ilyas. A funeral service will be offered at 10 a.m. Monday at Assyrian Orthodox Church of Virgin Mary, 644 Paramus Road, Paramus. Arrangements are by Santangelo Funeral Home in Lodi.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to …
Byron C. Douglas Jr., 72, Of Little Ferry Byron C. Douglas Jr., 72, Of Little Ferry
Byron C. Douglas Jr., 72, Of Little Ferry LITTLE FERRY, N.J. -- Byron C. Douglas Jr., of Little Ferry, died Nov. 25. He was 72. Before retiring, he was a truck driver for Rothman in Ramsey.  He is survived by his wife, Connie (nee Urspruch); children, Kristal Douglas, Jessica Douglas, Anthony Esposito, Joseph Esposito, and Olivia Esposito; grandchildren, Brandon, Tyler, Tristan, Autumn, Joey, Christopher “CJ”, Elliana Skye, and Elijah; and brother, Frank Douglas.  Visitation will be from 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday at Santangelo Funeral Home, 300 Main St., Lodi with a 3 p.m. chapel service.
Raffaele Gaetano Castelli, 82, Of Paramus Raffaele Gaetano Castelli, 82, Of Paramus
Raffaele Gaetano Castelli, 82, Of Paramus PARAMUS, N.J. -- Raffaele Gaetano Castelli, of Paramus, died Saturday, Nov. 26. He was 82. He and his wife Giuseppina migrated to the United States in February 1971, along with their three children, settling in Jersey City. Before retiring, Castelli was self-employed. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Visitation R.C. Church in Paramus. He is survived by his wife, Giuseppa "Giuseppina" Castelli (nee Cardiello-Piacentino); children, Maria Adamo and her husband James, Giuseppe "Joe" Castelli and his wife Nancy and Antonio Castelli and his wife Roxann; grandchildren, J…
John M. Chrystaline, 94, Of Wallington John M. Chrystaline, 94, Of Wallington
John M. Chrystaline, 94, Of Wallington WALLINGTON, N.J. -- John M. Chrystaline, of Wallington, died Nov. 25. He was 94. Chrystaline was born and raised in Wallington. He lived in Sewell for six years and recently in Florida for 20 years.  He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II and was a dedicated Marine throughout his life. He was a mason contractor. He was a member and Trustee of the Wallington Presbyterian Church and a member of the Wallington V.F.W. Post 2640.  He joined the Wallington Fire Department, Truck Co. 1 in February 1947 until retiring from active duty in September 1964, was an exempt member since 1…
Barbara D. Witmer, 84, Of Maywood Barbara D. Witmer, 84, Of Maywood
Barbara D. Witmer, 84, Of Maywood MAYWOOD, N.J. -- Barbara D. Witmer, of Maywood, died Friday, Nov. 25. She was 84. She was born in Teaneck, graduated from Hasbrouck Heights High School and lived in north Jersey most of her life (Hasbouck Heights, Rochelle Park and Maywood). Before retiring in 1988, she was a main frame computer operator for Mobil Chemical in Paramus. She was predeceased by her parents, Argo and Elsie (Feit) Cesareo; and sister, Dione Donegan.  Surviving are her husband, Jack E.; daughter, Valerie (Sasso) Murphy; five grandchildren; a great-grandchild; daughter, Barbara L. (Sasso) Beiswanger; three step-ch…
Margaret Armenante, 84, Of Wyckoff Margaret Armenante, 84, Of Wyckoff
Margaret Armenante, 84, Of Wyckoff WYCKOFF, N.J. -- Margaret Armenante, of Wyckoff, died Thursday, Nov. 24. She was 84.  Born and raised in Clifton, she was a 51-year resident of Wyckoff. Born Peggy Dugan in 1932, to Irish/Scottish parents, her family owned Dugan’s Tavern in the Dublin section of Paterson from 1878 to 1967. She attended the Katharine Gibbs School in Montclair. She enjoyed world travel and embraced new experiences with wonder and excitement.  She is survived by her daughters, Eileen A. Armenante and her husband Thomas Suher, Janis M. Armenante, Jill A. Armenante and her wife Alice Dodd; sons, George R. Armena…
Waldwick Realtors Prep 870 Meals For Needy Families Waldwick Realtors Prep 870 Meals For Needy Families
Waldwick Realtors Prep 870 Meals For Needy Families WADWICK, N.J. – Members of the RealSource Association of REALTORS® Young Professional Network recently volunteered at the Center for Food Action in Saddle Brook assembling food items to be given as part of the center's Thanksgiving Day food program. During the RealSource Annual Meeting, the group organized a food drive to collect items that could be used in creating Thanksgiving meals for those struggling in the area. RealSource asked every member attending the annual meeting to bring at least one non-perishable Thanksgiving food item or gift card for the drive. RealSource Realtors® donated …
Greenwich Hospital’s Annual Gala Raises Almost $1M Greenwich Hospital’s Annual Gala Raises Almost $1M
Greenwich Hospital’s Annual Gala Raises Almost $1M GREENWICH, Conn., -- Greenwich Hospital's annual gala fundraiser raised nearly $1 million Saturday, Nov. 19 for its cardiovascular services.  More than 350 supporters, including special guests Jill and Harry Connick Jr., joined in the Parisian-cabaret themed festivities at Greenwich Country Club. At the gala, Greenwich Hospital President Norman Roth presented James Sabetta, the hospital's director of infectious diseases/internal medicine and assistant chief of staff, with the President’s Award for his many years of dedicated service to the hospital and his outstanding achievement and commit…
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