Madeleine Devecchio

Madeleine M. De Vecchio, known affectionately as Max, passed away on June 29, 2025, at the age of 85, in North Arlington, NJ, her hometown being New Brunswick, NJ. Max was a beacon of kindness and warmth, easily making friends wherever she went, particularly among her peers in the service industry, a sector where she dedicated her professional life. Her sense of humor was ever-present, famously evidenced by her tradition of naming her cars, from "Snoopy" to "Brown Bear."

Max's career was marked by significant roles, including sales manager positions at prominent locations such as the Sheraton Hotel at Newark Airport, the Saddle Brook Marriott, and A.C. Nielsen in Manhattan, New York. She also contributed her expertise to CBRE in East Rutherford within their Security Department. Her professional life mirrored her personal ethos of service and commitment.

She attended St. Mary's High School in Perth Amboy and was a devout member of Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church in North Arlington, NJ. Her faith and community were central to her life, providing strength and solace throughout her years.

Max leaves behind a loving circle of family and friends, including her brother John F. Lemli III of Edison, NJ; her Goddaughter, Susan Bisbee and her husband Stephen of Galena, Maryland; and her close friend Michael Sirianni of Ocean Township, NJ. She was predeceased by her parents, John F. Lemli Jr. and Mary Callen.

Services to honor Max's life will be held on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from 2 pm until the time of service at 3:00 pm at Damiano Funeral Home, located at 191 Franklin Avenue in Long Branch, NJ. Max's life and spirit will be remembered and celebrated by all who knew her, ensuring her legacy of warmth and community endures.

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