Marie J. Tufaro Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Marie J. Tufaro of Elmwood Park, New Jersey, born in Garfield, New Jersey, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 15, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Setrak Mazgerdlian and Jean Mazgerdlian; and her former husband Joseph A. Tufaro. She is survived by: her husband Joe; her caregivers, Eka, Nellie, Tammy, Carole and AnnMarie; her children, Jim Tufaro (Patricia) of Saddle Brook, Donna Murphy (Bob) of Wanaque, Gary Tufaro (Darice) of Livingston and Toni Burke (Vincent) of Paramus; her grandchildren, Jimmi, Joey, Joseph, Christopher, Danielle, Kristen, Gary, Cavan and Casie; her great grandchildren, James, Jayce, Justin, Jason, Gianna, Allison and Lucas; and her sibling-in-law Gae DeMarco (Dan).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.
