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Peter Greco Obituary
New Milford - Peter Edward Greco of New Milford passed away suddenly on February 22, 2020 at the age of 57. Peter was an accomplished professional musician who generously shared his exceptional talents throughout the community, touching countless lives with his passion for music and love of God, family and innumerable friends. He brought genuine and limitless joy, light and love to whomever he met, whether at churches, nursing homes, and innumerable other venues. He remembered the important dates in the lives of so many with phone calls, personalized cards, cassettes and CDs of his music.
Peter played 14 instruments, but he was magical on the piano and guitar. He was a member of the music ministry at St. Joseph's Church in Oradell, Sacred Heart Church in Haworth, St. Therese Church in Cresskill as well as other surrounding parishes. He was the Music Minister for St. Joseph's Teen Group. He volunteered at St. Joseph's School playing at Kindergarten graduations for 25 years. Peter was a member of the rock band Some Guys and a Broad, and the Mike Luipersbeck Jazz Trio.
Peter was a Renaissance man, a voracious reader, who enjoyed talking about politics, religion, and art. He was the Valedictorian of Bergen County Vocational High School, a member of the Boy Scouts and received the Eunice Kennedy Schriver Award for swimming at the Special Olympics.
Peter was predeceased by his parents, Evelyn and Bernard Greco. He is survived by his devoted and loving sister Cynthia Greco, cousin Lisa Raacke MD and husband Edward Malley, and nieces Katherine, Rita and Caroline Malley, aunt Mimi Sarthou and aunts and uncles George and Antoinette Greco and Edward and Betty Greco as well as many other cousins and extended family members and friends.
Family and friends will be welcomed at the William G. Basralian Funeral Home, 559 Kinderkamack Road in Oradell, NJ on Friday, February 28th from 2-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, 300 Elm Street Oradell on Saturday, February 29th at 10 AM. All are asked to meet at church. Interment following in Madonna Cemetery in Fort Lee. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Peter's honor to the Peter Greco Memorial Fund, 552 Corbett Place, Oradell, NJ 07649.
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Rona
February 19, 2022
Remembrances of Peter are always present. His caring, helpful personality, his multiple talents, his love for family and friends. May he continue to Rest In Peace and feel the love we all still have for him. Thinking of you too Cindy of course with my love. Rona
Rona Gabin
February 19, 2021
February 22 will never be anything but Peter’s day for me from now on, really from last year on. Cindy and other family members, you are in my hearts. Much love, Rona
Victoria Ficco-Panzer
February 28, 2020
Peter was a wonderful person and a great musician;he played at my seniors club Valentines party on February 13 th,and everyone loved his music.His goodness shone through his music.
FRIENDS of the Clifton Public Library
February 28, 2020
Peter was a great entertainer. In addition to his
musical talent, he always delighted his audiences
with his interesting anecdotes. He will be greatly
missed.
FRIENDS of the Clifton Public Library
Vivian Seceraro
February 28, 2020
Peter was a kind and gentle soul. His musical talents was a special gift. With deepest sympathy,
Vivian Semeraro of Clifton
Jim Krazit
February 28, 2020
Peter was such an intuitive musician, he just always played the right thing with warmth and feeling.He was a great customer of our shop for decades. We will miss him. Jim Krazit O.DiBella Music
Rona Gabin
February 28, 2020
The world has lost a most loving, giving talented man. My deepest sympathy to Cindy and the rest of Peter's extended family who meant so much to him. All my love.
Bob OConnor
February 27, 2020
Linda and I are terribly saddened by Peters passing. We have known Peter since he was just a young boy. Even back all those decades ago, Peter brought joy to all of us through his music and his beautiful heart. We want to extend our sympathy to all of Peters family and his many friends. Sincerely Bob OConnor
Peter<br />Was a beautiful person who will be miss <br />
Cerrie Bader
February 26, 2020
As Peter journey ending on earth it just began in heaven with jesus I know that peter is in heaven playing his music rest in peace sorry for your loss from cerrie Bader
Rose Marie & Charlie Rossmann
February 25, 2020
Peter was both an outstanding musician and sincere gentleman. We are so sorry to hear of his death. The world is a little less beautiful without his kind presence among us and his wonderful music. Hope youre Accompanying Heavens glorious concerts now! Were sure there was rejoicing when you arrived at the pearly gates.......they are so lucky in heaven to have you! You will be missed! Rest In Peace.
Elaine Schuber
February 25, 2020
We will always remember Peter as a talented musician at St. Joseph Church who made the service extra special when he performed. Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Greco family. We will keep Peter and the Greco family in our prayers. Sincerely, Pat, Terry & Elaine Schuber
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Feb
28
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2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
William G. Basralian Funeral Service559 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649
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29
Mass of Christian Burial
10:00 a.m.
St. Joseph's R.C. Church
300 Elm Street, Oradell, NJ
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