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ALICE ROMEO
Alice Romeo (nee Husson) of Cresskill, passed away peacefully on January 21st 2025, Benedict (Ben) Romeo passed away peacefully February 21st 2025 surrounded by their loving family. Alice and Ben were married for 57 years. They were loving parents to Brian (Susan), James, and Kristin Hayward (Paul). Cherished grandparents to Trevor, Evan, Bennett, Carly, Alexandra, Jack and Ryan.
Alice had a loving heart bigger than her petite frame. She was always on the lookout for a good bargain and would always pass on any money saving tips to her family and friends.
Alice especially loved using coupons and getting the lowest price on gas for her beloved Cadillac. Alice was an unusually fast driver. Often times she was seen speeding around town trying to get to the next sale.
BENEDICT ROMEO
Ben was the longest serving mayor in Cresskill history. He was mayor from 1999 until his passing. With Alice by his side, Ben improved the lives of everyone he encountered. Ben was always about making Cresskill better. His accomplishments are too numerous to mention.
Ben also founded the McCarthy Hillside Agency and First Commerce Bank. Always in a suit and tie you could set your watch by how Ben spent his day. In the morning he would go to the office. Mid-morning he would go to the Borough Hall. At exactly 1 pm he would go to his beloved country club for lunch with his friends and after lunch take a short nap in his office.
Ben and Alice were admired, respected and loved by all who knew them. They will be missed by their family and friends.
Alice and Ben were a true couple in every sense of the word. It is fitting that they both passed exactly one month apart. Neither one wanted to leave the other.
Visitation for Alice and Benedict will be held on Friday, February 28th, 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St. Therese Church, 120 Monroe Avenue, Cresskill. The Funeral Mass will be offered at the Church on Saturday, March 1, 2025, 10:00 AM. Interment will be held at George Washington Memorial Park, Century & Paramus Roads, Paramus.
ALL WHO WISH TO ATTEND THE MASS ARE ASKED TO MEET DIRECTLY AT THE CHURCH NO LATER THAN 9:45 AM.
The Funeral Mass can also be viewed via live stream; https://youtube.com/live/52_qWiXjYpM
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Philip Noberini
March 5, 2025
Ben sat in front of me in the 5th grade at Bryan School. We had some great times together. As the Mayor of Cresskill , when he wasn't busy working, he was a great friend to the American Legion. I will miss you my old friend. May you, and Alice rest in peace.
Jason Carle
March 4, 2025
Ben and Alice joined together for eternity. Two kids in love, really in love and everybody knew it. Their lives together bore that out for sure. They raised fine children and were a good son and daughter. They loved the community they lived in and made it a better place for everyone. High-school oh my. Alice was the demure quiet one, Ben on the other hand with his amazing huge smile of surprise would always crack you up. Ben's success in the business world and that of politics turned on one thing..his respect for his fellow man!! He couldn't lose with that attitude. So as the word spreads that Alice and Ben are gone I guarantee you there will be plenty of tears shed for this loving couple who made such an impact on so many people. Love you both and I know you'll rest in peace. Jason Carle
Kathy Lewin
February 28, 2025
Alice and Ben, I´m so glad I met you. Alice I will miss our lunches and talks and arguments and laughs..you were a good friend..God speed to your heavenly home. he is waiting..
Suzanne Locicero
February 27, 2025
I worked with Alice side by side for 6 years. She was always a pleasure to have as a friend. Ben was a friend of my husband as far back as little league. We are shocked and saddened by their passing, they will be
missed. Condolences to Brian and Kristin and the grandkids.
Dickie and Suzanne LoCicero
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Joan Christine Jaccoi
February 27, 2025
I am so sorry about Ben and Alice passing away. I remember in Cresskill High School my brother and Ben always hung out. My brother Joe Jaccoi passed away so now him and Ben can now be touch my Angels. So sorry about Alice she was always fun to be around..Rest in Peace
Barbara Muller
February 26, 2025
What a life of service the Romeos created, both at home and in the public realm! I am fortunate to have known and taught both their children and their grandchildren.....What a wonderful family!
Mayor and Mrs. Romeo are a terrific example of lives well-lived!
Very sincerely,
Barbara Muller
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