Rhonda A

Massa

Rhonda A. Massa passed away peacefully at home with her daughter Marsi by her side on Friday April 29, 2022. Rhonda led an amazing and energetic life. Rhonda was predeceased by her partner Nicholas Pavlovich and leaves behind a daughter Marsi, mother Martha, and brother Edmond (Tina). Also survived by nephews Michael, David, niece Gina, great-niece Sienna and great-nephew Samuel. Rhonda will also be missed by various aunts, cousins, and friends. Rhonda was a lifelong resident of Hudson County. She attended Jersey City State College and became a teacher in the North Bergen school district. While working she attended St. Peter's University and obtained her Master's Degree. While teaching she made an impact on the lives of many students, especially those in her programs that were disadvantaged. She retired in 2011 after 32 years of teaching. Rhonda was always generous and kind, willing to give you the shirt off her back to anyone. She always loved to entertain and looked for any excuse to throw a party. Rhonda's favorite past time was to travel the world with her daughter Marsi. She will always be lovingly remembered for her wittiness and intelligence. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4-8pm. A funeral service will be offered at 11 am on Thursday at A.K. Macagna Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to either the American Lung Association or the COPD Foundation.