John J. DeFalco

John J. DeFalco obituary

John J. DeFalco

John DeFalco Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by DiChiara Funeral Home - Lodi on Jul. 30, 2025.

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John J. DeFalco, 71, of Rockaway, formerly of Garfield, passed away on June 8, 2025. Before retiring he was the owner of the Green Pond Grill. John was previously the assistant director at Integrity House in Secaucus and the owner of The Chauffeur in Rockaway. Beloved husband of Lucy DeFalco (nee Savvides). Devoted father of Matthew DeFalco. Dear sister of Linda Larock. Predeceased by his parents August and Josephine DeFalco and his brother Joseph DeFalco. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the wake service on Wednesday June 11, 2025, 4:00-8:00 pm at Di Chiara Funeral Home, 300 Main St., Lodi with a 6:00 pm Chapel Service. Private cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Oncology & Hematology Specialists Foundation. Either via check or online:

Make payable to: OHS Foundation

Mail to: OHS Foundation, 333 Rt 46 West, Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046

Link: https://www.pledge.to/organizations/27-5458413/oncology-hematology-specialists-foundation

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