Frank P. "Chubby" Jadevaia

Frank "Chubby" Jadevaia, 92, of Wood-Ridge, NJ, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025. Born in Jersey City on October 18, 1932, Frank loved to tell the story that the legendary Frank Sinatra occasionally babysat for him.

A talented pitcher, Frank played on a Hoboken minor-league baseball team as a teenager and young adult. He began working at Maxwell House Coffee at the age of 15 and remained there until his retirement in 1989.

Frank and his beloved wife, Evelyn (née Sidor), who predeceased him after 62 years of marriage, raised their family in Wood-Ridge, where Frank proudly lived in the same home for six decades. He devoted countless hours to the community he cherished-serving as a youth baseball umpire for many years. If you played Little League in Wood-Ridge between 1970 and 2000, you almost certainly knew "Chubby."

In addition, Frank served as a Wood-Ridge school crossing guard for more than thirty years. He often said this role, ensuring children's safety and greeting parents each day, brought him his greatest joy. Halloween was one of his favorite days of the year, when children and parents would stop by his home to trick-or-treat and share a smile. Frank was also a devoted parishioner of the Church of the Assumption of Our Blessed Lady.

Frank and Evelyn loved traveling and taking cruises together. He treasured time with his three children and their spouses, Lynn (Michael Capizzi), Frank (Denise), and Joseph (Patti), and took immense pride in his seven grandchildren and their spouses: Stephanie (James Crosson), Bryan (Albaliz Tello), Alyssa, Courtney (Matthew Killough), Kyle, Jack (Jessica Jadevaia), and Christy. He was blessed with great-grandchildren James, Gabriel, and Olivia, and joyfully awaited the arrival of another.

Frank was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Susie; his brother, Patrick; his sister, Camille; and his loving wife, Evelyn. He is survived by his sisters Irene and Suzanne.

Frank's life was defined by love for his family, and dedication to his community.

Frank's family extends heartfelt thanks to the many friends, neighbors, and health care professionals who offered kindness, assistance, and support to him over the years. In particular, the Christiana family have been extraordinary neighbors and friends; especially during the past two years. Frank deeply valued your steadfast kindness, support, and companionship, and the Jadevaia family will be forever grateful.

A Funeral Liturgy will be offered at the Church of the Assumption of Our Blessed Lady in Wood-Ridge on Tuesday, September 30th at 10:30 AM. Entombment following at Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, North Arlington. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude’s Place Memphis, TN. 38105 www.stjude.org would be appreciated. Arrangements are by Costa Memorial Home in Hasbrouck Heights.