John Chiavelli passed away peacefully on Feb. 9, 2020 with his family by his side. John was born May 30, 1946, in the Bronx, N.Y., to Josephine and Geraldo Chiavelli and was the oldest of three children. He married RoseMarie Ungolo on May 28, 1967, in the Bronx.
Left to honor and remember him are his two children, John Chiavelli and Michele (Anthony) Caterino; five grandchildren: John Chiavelli, Jake Chiavelli, Jenna Chiavelli, Joey Caterino, and Michael Caterino; and his brother Jerry Chiavelli. John was preceded in death by his parents, wife RoseMarie, and sister Annette.
John worked tirelessly during his life to be the consummate provider that he was. His greatest achievement will always be his family legacy. His ultimate joy was seeing his children graduate college and become professionals. In addition, he was the most proud of his five grandchildren, with each of whom he had a unique and special relationship.
The countless lives that he touched with his generosity are immeasurable.
The family received relatives and friends at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood on Wednesday, Feb. 12. The Funeral Mass celebrating John’s life and faith was at Our Lady Mother of the Church, Woodcliff Lake, on Thursday, Feb. 13. Entombment at Garden of Memories, Township of Washington.
