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Gary Grafe Obituary
Gary, age 60, of Little Falls at rest in Paterson on February 13, 2013. Beloved husband of the former Marietta Petrozzelo. Loving father of Jamie Grafe of Ocean Grove, Casey Grafe of Point Pleasant, Cristina Stella and her husband Fabio of Pompton Plains, and Samantha Carter of Little Falls. Beloved brother of Kathleen McSweeney of Parlan. Loving Pop Pop of Matteo Stella. Gary is also survived by his cousin, Jimmy Delmonico of Palisades Park, and his beloved dog, Dutchie. Born in Union City, he lived in Union City for 19 years, then in South Jersey before moving to Little Falls in 1995. He was a Mail Carrier for the US Post Office, Lincoln Park, for 25 years. Gary was an avid Harley Davidson enthusiast. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd, Totowa, on Friday at 7:30 PM. Cremation is private. Friends may visit Friday 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231 would be appreciated. For more information, go to
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David Adelhock
February 16, 2013
We were in total shock to hear of Gary's passing. Sadly,we did not see Gary in awhile but have the best memories of him. Dave went to high school with Gary and he was an old/good friend. He was so much fun to be with and both of us enjoyed all the great times we spent together in the Hiller years and thereafter.
Our deepest sympathy to Gary's children and family. He will be sadly missed.
Regards,
Mary and Dave Adelhock
February 15, 2013
My sympathy to the family, went to high school with Gary, also has been my mailman in Lincoln Park, great guy, funny,good friend, will be missed, may he rest in peace, sincerely John Waddilove
February 15, 2013
My sincere sympathy goes out to your entire family. Gary was my brother's Brother- in -law.I will pray for him and your family. May he rest in peace.
Love,
Peggy Tassiello
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