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Antonia Montelbano Obituary
Garfield - MONTELBANO, Antonia (nee Merlo), age 70, a lifelong resident of Garfield, died on January 19, 2020. Antonia was a cafeteria worker over 30 years at School 7 and the Pre-school in the Garfield School District retiring in 2012, and she was a parishioner of Mt. Virgin Church, Garfield. She is survived by her devoted husband of 47 years, Dennis, two loving twin sons, Keith Montelbano and wife MaryAnne, and Kevin Montelbano and wife Andrea, four cherished grandchildren, Ava, Cooper, Sofia, and Naomi Montelbano, and three dear brothers, Sam Merlo and wife Dyanne, John Merlo and wife Phyllis, and Dean Merlo and wife Linda. She was also the best friend of Arlene Patire. Visiting Thursday 2 to 6 pm with a 5:30 pm chapel service. Private cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations for the Wounded Warrior Project. The Montelbano family is in the care of the Aloia Funeral Home, 180 Harrison Ave., Garfield (973-340-7077). Condolences/Directions visit aloiafuneral.com
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Renee Silber
January 22, 2020
Condolences to the family and Dennis. May her memory bring comfort and the love you all shared sustain you in the days ahead.
January 22, 2020
RIP Toni. Way back when we were all in high school 70 seemed like such an old age and very far away. But now that we're here 70 seems way to young to die! Sincerest condolences to both the Merlo and the Montelbano families.
Grace (Zaccone). Izsa
January 22, 2020
My deepest condolences to your family. May she Rest In Peace!
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