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Elaine Maddow Obituary
Monroe - Elaine S. Maddow, 96 of Monroe (formerly of Carteret), passed away peacefully in her home on April 19, 2020. Elaine was born in Queens, NY. She worked as a Clerk/Claim's Examiner for NJ Unemployment for 40 years. She was involved in Sisterhood through her local Synagogue.
Elaine is predeceased by her husband, Harold Maddow; parents, Abraham and Ethel Ruderman ; and sister, Charlotte Ferber. Elaine is survived by her daughter, Gail Z. Farrell, son, Bruce Maddow and daughter-in-law Kelley Maddow, son, Jerald Maddow and daughter-in-law, Anne Maxwell, granddaughter, Sacha Delgado and several relatives.
Memorials may be given to "DEBRA" Ronald McDonald House or charity of your choice. The family of Elaine S. Maddow wishes to extend our sincere thanks to her Doctor, Christopher Kolasa, her nurses and the Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey.
A Private Graveside burial was held at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery in Woodbridge, under the care of Synowiecki Funeral Home, 56 Carteret Ave. in Carteret.
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Marian and Genise Stuart
May 7, 2025
Such a wonderful lady called to come home early, we all miss you greatly. "RIP"
Doris and Gerald Brown
April 24, 2020
Dear Gail, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
April 24, 2020
Dear Gail,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Your parents were wonderful people..
Doris and Jerry Brown
Las Vegas, Nv
Maryann Schmenkel
April 22, 2020
Dear Gail, My sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Maryann Schmenkel
Rob Mac Pherson
April 22, 2020
Gail, Bruce & Jerald
Sorry to hear of Aunt Elaine's passing. She was always upbeat and really nice to me and my siblings. I think back to the days when we were all transplants in Carteret. It was a great place to grow up. I'm happy to see your Mom had a long life.
April 22, 2020
Dear Gail,
Sincerest sympathy to you and your family,
Maryann Schmenkel
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