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Marita Notaro Obituary
NOTARO, MARITA ANN, "Nancy", (Nee League), - of Northfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2008 surrounded by her family. Affectionately known as "Lovey" she was a resident of Northfield since 1959 and a member of Church Of St. Bernadette. Nancy worked at Atlantic City Bell Telephone as an operator in Atlantic City and Pleasantville. She married Henry Notaro in 1960 and has been home raising her children. She was born in Atlantic City to the late Edgar Allen and Rose League, and is predeceased by her loving husband Henry Notaro, Sr., her son, Tommy; her sister and brother-in-law Rosemary and Mike Ricci of Pleasantville and her brother Ed League, Jr. of TX. Surviving are her children Marita Rand (Rick) of FL, Rose Marie Wargo (Jeff) of Egg Harbor Township, Joanne Notaro of Margate, Anita Postma (Kirk) of TX, Henry Notaro, Jr. (Maria), Diane Rankin (Brian), and David Notaro (Belinda), all of Northfield; two stepsons Ray Notaro (Susan) of Berlin and Steve Notaro of CA and 22 grandchildren and two step great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Mary Ferragame (Bud) of Absecon, Joseph League (Florence) of Egg Harbor Township, Peter League (Lynn) and Peggy Hopkins (John) both TX, and Micky League (Sis) of CA, and many cousins, nieces and nephews who loved her very much. Relatives and Friends may call Thursday, June 26, 2008 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Church Of Saint Bernadette, 1421 New Rd, Northfield, and again on Friday, June 27, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, June 27, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Church Of Saint Bernadette. Interment will be Friday in Holy Cross Cemetery, Mays Landing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marita's memory to the NJ American Parkinson Disease Chapter, PO Box 214, Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207. Arrangements entrusted to and condolences may be sent to the family at www.adams-perfect.com.
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for Marita Notaro
BETTY
June 17, 2025
IT HAS BEEN SO LONG AGO WE LOST YOU,,,YET IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY...WON'T BE LONG TILL I SEE AND HUG YOU AGAIN MY DEAREST FRIEND NANC.
BETTY ERVIN
June 17, 2024
STILL THINK ABOUT YOU OFTEN DEAR NANCY...WON'T BE LONG BEFORE BEFORE WE CAN SHARE OUR LOVE IN HEAVEN...WHAT JOY TO SEE ALL MY FAMILY & FRIENDS AGAIN.
BETTY LOVELAND ERVIN
June 17, 2023
15 YEARS...IT SEEM LIKE YESTERDAY WE WERE HAVING LUNCH AND LAUGHING WITH LITTLE THOUGHTS OF DEATH AND OUR TRIP TO HEAVEN.MY WHOLE FAMILY IS THERE NOW ALONG WITH FRANK AND THE REST OF OUR FRIENDS...SO I WILL SOON BE SEEING AND HUGGING EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU...WITH SUCH JOY.MAY ALL YOUR CHILDREN FEEL THE PEACE & LOVE........R I H P LOVIE.
BETTY ERVIN
June 23, 2019
DEAREST NANCY...I STILL MISS YOUR FUNNY FACE AND RED HAIR...YOUR LAUGHTER...YOUR COMPANY FOR LUNCH DATES...YOUR CONVERSATIONS ABOUT HENRY AND ALL YOUR KIDS....BUT ALSO KNEW THE PAIN AND HEARTACHE YOU WERE IN...BY NOW YOU HAVE GOTTEN TO KNOW HEAVEN AND EVERYBODY THERE...I AM SURE YOU ARE BASKING IN THE LIGHT OF OUR LORD..TELL ALL MY FAMILY HOW VERY MUCH I MISS THEM...ALSO MOST OF MY FRIENDS THAT ARE ALREADY THERE....RIHP DEAR NANCY (LOVIE)...I LOVE YOU.
Donna Amira
July 8, 2008
Dave and Belinda,
Lovey was so sweet and happy! I'll never forget the Thanksgiving she came with you to our house. She pitched in and mashed the potatoes and helped make the gravy! We always enjoyed the times we spent with her.
Love, Aunt Donna and Uncle Mark
Jennifer Schwarzwalder(Miller)
June 30, 2008
To The Whole Notaro Family...
Your mom was the sweetest women. She had a heart of gold & loved each one of you very much. Dave I remember all the times she would come to school when we went to Mill Road. She alwas made people smile. Rosemarie...growing up with you as my brothers friend, you were always so nice to me. I still have picture of your senior trip to Florida with my brother Bill Warren. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!! Know she is in a better place now!!
BETTY (LOVELAND) ERVIN
June 29, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU NANCY MY LONG TIME FRIEND...YOU HAVE EARNED YOUR PLACE NEXT TO HENRY IN HEAVEN...TO ALL OF NANCY'S FAMILY...HER CHILDREN MY SYMPATHY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR WONDERFUL MOTHER...TO NANCY'S GRANDCHILDREN...YOUR "LOVEY" WAS THE BEST!!!...SINCERELY
Sylvia Zinader
June 28, 2008
Dear David, Belinda,and Family,
So sorry on the loss of your mother. I know you were close and that this is a very sad time for you. My prayers and thoughts are with you. As time passes I know you will remember her as she was when she was well. I understand that she was a great lady.
Sylvia Zinader
Anthony Jacobs
June 27, 2008
To all my Cousin's
I will miss her very much. she is with her Husband I will miss her & I love her very much
Ann Marie Ellis
June 26, 2008
To all those who LOVE Nancy (Lovey)!
It is with the greatest JOY that I CELEBRATE the life of my very dear friend who I call my "Big Sister"!
I am in Florida but my heart is there with all of you.
I first met Nancy in 1969 when she walked into Rose Marie's first grade classroom and with great enthusiasm exclaimed: "Okay, tell me about my gorgeous, brilliant, special and exceptional daughter, Rose Marie!" We became friends instantly. How easy to catch her spirit!
It was a treat to be invited to Nancy's home and experience the endless LOVE and PRIDE she had for her children. When she spoke of her Henry, she shared that they were blessed with a marriage made in Heaven.
Over the years, I would receive a surprise phone call when Nancy and Henry arrived in Florida. What fun we had ... what memories I enjoy! They make my heart smile.
I always treasured time with Nancy. There were moments of laughter, prayer, and stories of how the Lord touched her life and the life of many others through her. She was truly a woman of great FAITH ... God's witness to all of us. I am proud to call her my friend ... my "Big Sister"!
The legacy of Nancy's life will live on in her family and all of us who LOVE her.
Thank you, "Big Sister" Nancy, for the example of your life. It will be a JOYFUL CELEBRATION when we meet again ... at THE GATE!
John Denisar
June 26, 2008
To My Dear Cousins,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your mom’s passing. As a boy I remember always having a wonderful time when ever we came to visit. Aunt Nancy always made us feel at home. There was a lot of love in that house and it came from her and Uncle Henry. I know they are together now. I remember the last time I saw her and that she always had kind words for everyone. She was truly a great lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly (Atkinson) Kyriakou
June 26, 2008
Dear Rosemarie and Family,
With My Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your mother. I have wonderful memories of your Mother. She had a heart of gold. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you always.
JOHN HOPKINS
June 26, 2008
THIS POEM SAY'S IT ALL;
Many times we've thought of you,
many times we've cried,
if love could have saved you,
you never would have died.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we love you still.
In our hearts you hold a place
no one else can fill.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
but you didn't go alone,
for you took a part of us with you
the day God took you home.
Brother in Law John Hopkins
PORT ISABEL TEXAS
Nina Giacona
June 26, 2008
To Diane and all Lovey's Family--
Nancy was a dear friend, prayer warrior, and such an inspiration to me! Her light shone brightly. It was a beacon, actually, and people were drawn to her because Jesus was so alive inside her personality and her heart. I loved Nancy's mischievous side, too! But it was her great faith and confidence in Our Lord that guided her life every day. She always had hope and persevered through every hardship she faced. I'm so thankful she is no longer suffering. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time, as your loss is great. I imagine that Nancy is making everyone laugh up there in heaven! Much love from one of the "Dragonfly Club" members--
Dana Litke
June 26, 2008
To all the Notaros:
Lovey was one of the first people I met when we moved onto St. Andrews Drive. She was a sweet and friendly person and made us feel so welcome. I will remember her always with fondness. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Dana Litke and family
Karyn Csaszar
June 26, 2008
Dear Notaro family, I am very saddened to hear about the loss of your mother, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. I have some wonderful great memories of your mother and English Lane. She and all of you made my childhood very mememorable, I'll cherish them always. She was a one of a kind lady. I will never forget " Aunt Nancy" , no one ever will. God Bless each and every one of you. Karyn
Karen Nugent Borek
June 25, 2008
Dear Notaro Family,
My deepest sympathies are with you at this time in the loss of your mother, "Nancy." I hope that fond memories will comfort you, and I will pray for her.
Some of my fondest memories of Nancy are the following: She was so kind to me when I babysat for her and Henry on their houses on Marita Ann Drive and English Lane before going to college. When my parents bought property next to the Notaros' on English Lane, I remember Nancy and Henry talking to us about our plans.
I always admired Nancy's cheerfulness, her love of family, ability to have many children, and her strong religious faith. Once when I was not feeling well and she stopped in to visit at Mom's home next door, it was the highlight of my day.
I loved her sound advice about telling things from the heart, her sociability, dancing at my wedding - especially in the front line of a line dance, her visits and prayers for my Dad, seeing her out by the pool, and, in later years, when she frequently visited with Jane, and rode on her scooter. When I heard Nancy was moving to Texas, I felt sad, and then was glad she came back to New Jersey.
I enjoyed talking with Nancy about how she met Henry - walking by a home that he was building, he came out and talked with her.
Nancy had a great outlook on life, a wonderful sense of humor, deep compassion for others, and a down-to-earth quality about her, and she will be missed.
Joan Herrick (Tozer)
June 25, 2008
I thank God for the life of Nancy, for childhood and adult memories of a very special girl. Nancy, I love you. Richard and I continue to pray and will offer Mass.
Cousin Joanie
ANTOINETTE JACOBS
June 25, 2008
WE LOVE YOU & MISS YOU SO MUCH
YOU ARE A GREAT PERSON WE WILLMISS YOU
Erica & Glen Strafella
June 24, 2008
Aunt Nancy,
You will always be in my heart. I will never forget Saturday mornings growing up, you never missed one. We will see each other again.
I Love you!!!
Robert N. Christensen
June 24, 2008
God bless you in Heaven, Nancy. You and Henry lived next to us on
English Lane ,Northfield we had many
good times as neighbors.Hope all your
children are i n good health'
Robert Christensen, Jupiter Fla.
frances goldberg
June 24, 2008
my aunt Nancy was always an inspiration and joy in my life. She always made me feel special. I will treasure her memory, and her love of family and life. Godchild Frances (Bernadette) Goldberg
Katie & Vince Whalen
June 24, 2008
To the Notaro and League families,
We share your sadness and offer our
prayers. Nancy was always a fun loving person.
We were so glad to spend some time with her and our other classmates HSHS '47, when she was visiting in Florida.
Sue Crane
June 24, 2008
Dear Marita,
I'm was so sorry to read about your Mom's passing. I'll be praying for you and your family.
Love,
Sue Crane
June 24, 2008
Aunt Nancy, You still are the coolest!! We all love you and miss you!! Carmela, Ricky, Vienna, and Brandon. P.S. You know who says "HELLO".
Bobbie & Larry Pareene
June 24, 2008
Rose, Jeff, Stephanie & Daniel,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Please extend our sympathy to your entire family.
Daphne Previti Austin
June 23, 2008
Diane and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. God bless,
donna schouppe
June 23, 2008
To the whole Notaro clan.....
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Schouppes
Donna Pashley
June 23, 2008
To all Nancy's children.
I share your sadness.....we all know her and "Louey" are finally reunited. I send all of you a hug and hope you find comfort in knowing how much she was loved. Donna Pashley
Chris (League) Desmarais
June 23, 2008
To the Notaro Cousins,
Your mom was a favorite of mine. She certainly was fun and so very proud of her children and her neices and nephews. She will be missed.
Susan Korngut
June 23, 2008
Aunt Nancy,
Carmela and I have so many great memories of you that a few lines here would not even begin to do justice to you. You were always the life of the party and, although I am thankful you are no longer in pain, I will miss you terribly. I will remember all of our talks and all of your advice. I am grateful to have had you in my life. Please kiss Mom for me. I love you.
Joanne Kraly
June 23, 2008
Aunt Nancy was a wonderful woman and will be missed dearly. As an extended member of our family, she was a dear friend to our Grandmother, Ann Bambrick, and Godmother to my mother, Frances Goldberg. From childhood to becoming a mother myself, I’ve had many happy memories of Aunt Nancy being present for major events in our lives. Always making this little red headed girl smile, fun-loving thoughts will always surround her.
Peg & Sandy Hasson
June 23, 2008
David and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peg & Sandy Hasson
June 23, 2008
David and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. We have many fond memories of growing up in the 70's with you and your family. Your mother was a sweet lady.
Karen (Mossman) Giroud
June 23, 2008
I have wonderful memories of a beautiful Mother who loved her family dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Cindy, John, Justin & Julie Stephano
June 23, 2008
Henry & Maria,
May the good times and memories of your mom help you through this tough time. Your family is in our prayers.
Helen (Michael) Lowe
June 23, 2008
My sympathy to you all in the loss of Nancy. I remember her (and Henry) from back in the 50s and 60s there in Pleasantville since I'm also a native. She was a happy soul ! May your memories be very comforting.
JOHN & PEGGY LEAGUE HOPKINS
June 23, 2008
You have re-joined the love of your life,Henry in a place we all hope to attain. Fond memories back to childhood,;when you lived with us in Lincoln Park in the 50's, and the many "canasta weekends with the League sisters in the Pocono's, will remain with us until we join you someday. Our prayers and Masses are being offered in your loving memory.
Ray Notaro
June 23, 2008
To My Brothers and Sisters~~
We love you and send our heartfelt sympathy to you on the loss of "Lovey". She will always be in your heart and the happy memories will sustain you through this sad time.
Lovingly, Ray and Suzie
Beth Hasson
June 23, 2008
Joanne & Family -
Growing up in Northfield, everyone knew "Aunt Nancy". She was a loving Mom who took great pride in her family. She always made you feel like family when you were at her home. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lee Barbieri
June 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
David, Belinda, Ayden, Olivia & Avery Notaro
June 23, 2008
Mom (Lovey) Although you are in Heaven now, you will always be in our hearts! We love you and miss you so very much!
~Kelly Cone and family
June 23, 2008
Dianne and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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