Richard J. Stanek

RICHARD J. STANEK, 88, of Little Falls died Tuesday, December 1, 2015 Born in Clifton, New Jersey, Richard resided in Little Falls for the past 55 years with his wife, Dolores (nee Lombardo). He cherished the time he spent with his family and at his summer home on Long Beach Island. Richard graduated from Bordentown Military Institute in 1945, which shaped his life and gave him his strong character. He later attended Fairleigh Dickinson University, but left to serve in the Army in the Korean War. He was a traffic manager for President Container and was actively involved in Scouting for many years. He was predeceased by his parents John and Julia (nee Lawrence). Richard was dedicated to his family and friends, leaving behind his loving wife, Dolores, of 64 years; his son, Mark, and his wife, Joanne McNerney of Fanwood; his daughter Kim Sullivan, and her husband, Paul of Red Bank; four grandchildren, Bradley and Tyler Stanek and Brendan and Justin Sullivan; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Richard will be remembered as one who always considered others before himself. Funeral Services will be 10:00 am Saturday from Bizub-Parker Funeral Home, 47 Main St., Little Falls and 10:30 am at Holy Angels RC Church, 465 Main St., Little Falls. Interment Immaculate Conception Cem., Upper Montclair. Visitation on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Richard's name to the Little Falls Education Association Scholarship Fund, 36 Stevens, Little Falls, New Jersey, 07424. Visit www.bizub.com for driving directions/ online condolences.