Antonio

Talarico

Antonio Talarico, of North Bergen, passed away on June 13, 2021.

Antonio was born on January 20, 1932 in Calabria, Italy, where he was raised until leaving his hometown to move to America with his wife, Carmela.  Antonio spent his years as a mason in the construction business, showcasing his hard work and strong work ethic.

In his spare time, Antonio could be found working in his vegetable garden, sharing stories of his childhood in his beloved Italy, playing bocce with friends in North Hudson County Park and making homemade wine. Antonio loved spending time with his grandchildren and will be remembered for the unconditional love that he had for his family and friends.

Antonio was a member of the Columbus Club in Union City, NJ and the Italian American service organization UNICO.

Antonio is survived by his wife Carmela (nee Calautti), his daughter Rosina, his daughter Maria and her husband Liborio, and his cherished grandchildren Gerry, Ava and Sophia. Antonio will be forever missed by his loving family.

Funeral from the A.K. Macagna Funeral Home, 495 Anderson Avenue, Cliffside Park on Thursday, June 17 from 3pm-7pm. A funeral mass will be offered on Friday, June 18 at 11am at St. Joseph of the Palisades Church in West New York, NJ. Entombment to follow at Fairview Mausoleum in Fairview, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to UNICO as an expression of sympathy.