Victoria Yannuzzi

Victoria Yannuzzi, 92, of East Hanover, passed away peacefully at her home on May 27, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Beloved wife of 72 years to Carmen M. Yannuzzi, Sr.  Devoted mother of James P. Yannuzzi, Carmen Yannuzzi, Jr., his wife Caroline, Frank Yannuzzi and his fiancé Karen Romano.  Cherished grandmother of Jessica, Jimmy and Nicky, Christopher, Carmen III, Joseph and Alexa, Anthony and Frankie.  Proud great-grandmother of Tommy, Meridan, Aubrey, Nicholas, Cameron, Hope and Marlena.  Also survived by her daughter-in-law’s Trudy Yannuzzi, Marisa Yannuzzi, and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.   

Victoria was born on September 20, 1930, in Newark, New Jersey, Victoria was the daughter of Frank and Maryrose Barbaro.

Victoria met her husband, Carmen Yannuzzi, when she was only 17 and they were married on September 23, 1951. Together they moved to East Hanover in 1963, where they shared a beautiful life together and made lifelong friendships with all of their neighbors.

Victoria was a devoted Catholic and instilled her faith in her family. Her life centered around her husband, her children, and her faith. She was a loving mother to her three boys, and a dedicated wife to Carmen.

Victoria was also a doting grandmother to her nine grandchildren and a great-grandmother to seven great-grandchildren. She loved nothing more than spending time with her family and friends.

Victoria will be remembered for her kindness, generosity, and devotion to her family and her faith. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.

Visitation at the Leonardis Memorial Home, Inc., 210 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park on Thursday from 2-4 & 7-9pm.  Funeral on Friday, assembling at the funeral home at 10am, followed by the funeral mass at St. Rose of Lima Church in East Hanover at 11:15am.  Entombment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

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