Peter W. Beronio

Peter W. Beronio

Hackensack - Beronio, Peter W. of Hackensack, formerly of Englewood, age 71, died peacefully on November 2 at Villa Marie Claire Hospice in Saddle River after a sudden serious illness. Loving father to Jayde Lee Beronio of Englewood, cherished companion and best friend to former wife Susan Gellert, beloved son of the late Leona and the late Walter J Beronio of Hoboken. Peter is survived by dozens of beloved cousins, nephews, nieces, in-laws, and caring friends.

Peter was born in Jersey City, and grew up in Weehawken and Hoboken. He was a proud member of the Hoboken High School Class of 1965. He obtained a BA from Jersey City State University, and a Masters' Degree in Human Resources Management from The New School for Social Research in Manhattan. A devoted public servant, Peter had a long and successful career in Community Services, Economic Development, and Main Street Redevelopment. He spearheaded the award-winning revitalization of Englewood's Downtown in the 1990's. Peter was masterful at bringing together the public and private sectors for the betterment of communities throughout New Jersey, most notably Hoboken, Englewood, and Maplewood. Peter loved music, and played drums and guitar. He had a kind and gentle heart. He was enormously witty, funny, and generous. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered.

Visiting Tuesday from 4-8pm at Volk Leber Funeral Home, 789 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck. Funeral service Wednesday, 8:45am at the funeral home. Entombment to follow, Holy Cross Mausoleum, N. Arlington. For more information and to view Peter's tribute page, please visit volkleber.com