Obituary of Peter T. Romano

Peter T. Romano, a lifelong resident of Hackensack, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 2, 2015, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 79 years. Prior to retiring he owned Peter Romano Scrap Metal and Recycling Company of Hackensack for 40 years. He was a parishioner of St. Francis R. C. Church of Hackensack where he was a member of the Usher's and Holy Name Societies and the Italian Prayer Group. He also was a member of the Hackensack Chapter of Unico. Beloved husband for 53 years of Carmela (nee Brando). Devoted father of Maria C. Romano and her husband Gaetano of South Hackensack. Cherished grandfather of Gabriella Anna Romano. Dearest brother in law of Antonio Brando and his wife Giovanna of South Hackensack, Danny Brando and his wife Marie of Little Ferry, Mario Brando and his wife Patricia of Wayne, and Lizette Josephson and her husband Walter of Jersey City. Also survived by many adoring nieces, nephews, cousins and loving friends The funeral on Tuesday, October 6th, at 8:45 AM from the funeral home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, at St. Francis R. C. Church, 50 Lodi Street, Hackensack, with burial following at St. Joseph's Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Monday from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 PM.