John R Greene

John R Greene obituary

John R Greene

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John Greene Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Calhoun - Mania Funeral Home on Nov. 28, 2025.

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John R. Greene, born July 6, 1940, and a longtime resident of Rutherford, passed away on November 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

John (Jack) was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose quiet strength and steady kindness shaped the lives of all who knew him. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Maureen; his children Patricia (Tompetrini), John, Robert, Joseph, Thomas and Kathryn, and his grandchildren Erinn, Carissa, Scott, Mathew, Anna, and Kenley. He is predeceased by his daughter, Ann.

John's presence, wisdom, and warmth will be deeply missed, and his memory will be cherished always.

A funeral mass will be offered Tuesday, 12/2/2025 at 12:00pm at St. Mary RC church - 91 Home Ave., Rutherford NJ. Interment to follow at George Washington Memorial Park Cemetery, 234 Paramus Rd., Paramus.

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Upcoming Events

Dec

2

Service

12:00 p.m.

Church of Saint Mary

91 Home Avenue, NJ 07070

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Calhoun - Mania Funeral Home