Neil Ciccone

Neil Thomas Ciccone, 91, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025. 

Neil was born and raised in Newark, and resided many years in Bloomfield before residing in Roseland.  He proudly served in the US Navy on the Destroyer USS Strong (DD-467) during the Korean Conflict, and later was very active with the American Legion Post 185.  He was self employed for over 40 years with Modern Uniform Rental Company, and gladly served as an Usher for over 30 years at Notre Dame Church in N. Caldwell during the 8am Sunday Mass.  Upon his retirement, Neil was a beloved crossing guard at Jefferson Elementary School in Caldwell, and could be seen on Saturday’s cheering on the James Caldwell High School Chiefs. 

Neil loved premium cigars, Horse Racing, Bocci Ball, playing cards at the Legion Hall, sports and music, especially Frank Sinatra, and loved dinners.  He especially loved being surrounded by his family and friends.  Neil loved to give rather than receive.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. 

Devoted father of Vinnie Ciccone, Lisa Perna, Cindy Ciccone and Neil Ciccone, Jr.  Cherished Pop Pop of Tara Donatiello, Nick Perna Samantha Keller, Rachael Ciccone, Hunter Ciccone, Stevie Ciccone and Madison “Mimi” Ciccone.  Proud great-grandfather of Lizzie and Joanna Donatiello, Oliver Keller, Alessandra and Enzo Perna, Jax and Cash Paul.  Dear brother of Patricia Iacangelo.  Also survived by many cousins, his niece Joann, his nephews Michael and Derek, and many dear friends.    

Neil was pre-deceased by his parents Ernie Cicconeand Rae Bocchino, his grandson Jordan Dean Ciccone, and Yvonne Ciccone. 

*****DUE TO THE PREDICTED SNOW STORM, THE FUNERAL SERVICE DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED FROM SATURDAY THE 26TH, TO MONDAY THE 29TH*******

The funeral mass will be held at Notre Dame Church in North Caldwell on Monday, December 29th at 11am, followed by the interment at Glendale Cemetery in Bloomfield. 

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Neil’s name to your local Veteran’s Organization or Post. 

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