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John FORNAZOR Obituary

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John Daniel, Sr. of River Vale, previously of New Milford passed away surrounded by his precious family on December 20, 2014 at the age of 88. John was a WW II veteran assigned to the 33rd Armor Regiment under Gen. Patton. He worked for the New York Times for 40 years and retired as the general manger of the composing room. He formed many lifelong friendships during his time there. He enjoyed nature, traveling the world and making people laugh, but he treasured nothing more than loving his family. He was a friend to many, a confidant to all and always had a kind word to say. He was a beautiful soul and if you knew him, you knew it. He will be sorely missed by his family forever. John is survived by his beloved wife and best friend, Helen (Cheselka) Fornazor; his children, Susan Dugan and her husband Jack and John Fornazor and his wife Peggy; his grandchildren, a true namesake Johnny and Lauren, his spirited sweetheart; his sister, Rita Concilla; his sister-in-law, Mary Zizik, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, John and Magdalena Fornazor; special stepmother, Mildred Fornazor; and his sister, Mary Diamond. Family and friends can meet on Tuesday 9-10 AM at Assumption of the Holy Virgin Orthodox Church, 35 Orange Ave., Clifton, NJ 07013 for a visitation before the 10 AM Funeral Liturgy. The interment will follow after the mass at George Washington Memorial Park, Paramus, NJ. Visiting hours will held on Monday from 3-8 PM at the Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood, NJ with a parastas service at 7 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Assumption of the Holy Virgin Orthodox Church. Letters of condolences can be sent to the Fornazor family at www.becker-funeralhome.com.

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Dec. 22, 2014.

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December 24, 2014

Dear Helen, I was so very sorry to learn of John's passing. I have a card in the mail to you. This will be a very sad Christmas for you and your family. I always enjoyed talking to him so much. Nancy Wight

Jeff Altman

December 23, 2014

Dear Helen, I am sorry for your loss. John was a nice guy. he was a kind soul and will be greatly missed.

Jeff Altman

December 23, 2014

Dear Helen, I am sorry for your loss, John was a nice guy, easy going, kind soul and he will be missed.

Fr. Lawrence Bacik

December 23, 2014

Dear Helen:
Please accept our deepest sympathy on your great loss. May our Lord Jesus comfort you and your family with His divine love and peace during this most difficult time and may He give His newly-departed servant, +John, a blessed repose. Memory eternal! Vecnaja pamjat!

December 22, 2014

Dear Helen, John, Peggy, Johnny, Lauren, Smiley & Jack,
We are brokenhearted by the passing of John and we are truly blessed to have been able to know and love such an amazing man! He truly lived his faith in Our Lord, Jesus Christ and set an incredible example of kindness to all of us. Our love and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. May he rest in peace until we meet again!

Jason DErrico

December 22, 2014

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Donna Betza

December 22, 2014

Dear Helen and family,
We are so sorry to hear about John's passing. He will surely be missed by everyone who knew him. You both are very special and always know that John's memory will always be eternal. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time.

Kelly Warner-Feril

December 22, 2014

We were deeply saddened to hear of your fathers passing. Knowing the close bond you shared with him, I am sure you are going through the most difficult and trying time. Please accept my sincere condolences and know that my prayers are always with you and the entire family.

Having known such a person as your father has certainly been a pleasure. His simple and caring ways that made everyone feel comfortable, will always be remembered.

With love and heartfelt sympathies,

CW & Kelly Feril

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