Gideon M Varga Jr.

Gideon M Varga Jr. obituary, Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Gideon M Varga Jr.

Gideon Varga Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by C. C. Van Emburgh Funeral Home - Ridgewood on Dec. 10, 2025.
Gideon Michael Varga, Jr. Passed away in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida on Wednesday, December 9. Born on February 13, 1941 to Mathilda (Compte) and Gideon Michael Varga, Sr. he grew up in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey, which he proudly called home.

He attended Ridgewood High School before earning a B.S. in organic chemistry at Manhattan College followed by a PHD in inorganic chemistry from Georgetown University.

Gideon worked for more than 20 years at the Exxon Corporation and for another 20 years with the Department of Energy, focusing on environmental issues. Upon retirement he relocated to Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

Gideon was a true gentleman. He will be remembered by all who knew him as a quiet, thoughtful and caring person who was steadfast in his beliefs. Gideon valued family above all and especially cherished time with loved ones during the holidays. He will be greatly missed.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at St Luke's Roman Catholic Church in Ho-Ho-Kus, New Jersey on January 6 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow at Maryrest Cemetery in Mahwah, New Jersey.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of one's choice per Gideon's wishes.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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