Eugene J. Washington Sr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Eugene J. Washington Sr. of Irvington, New Jersey, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 29, 2025 at the age of 87. Eugene touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Eugene J. Washington Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Washington and Ellen Washington (Duffy); and his siblings, Patricia McGarry, Margaret Meier, Elizabeth Lahey, Eileen Washington, John, Bernard, Thomas, Richard, Frank, Edward, Leo and Joseph Washington.
He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth Carr (Betty); his children, Eileen Griffin of South Plainfield and Gene Washington Jr. (Lisa) of Avenel; his grandchildren, Caitlin, Riley Griffin, Preston Kenney and Mason Washington; and his siblings, Ellen Sullivan, Mary Matthews, Kathy Blaha, James, Michael and Larry Washington. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 3rd 2025 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Costello-Runyon Funeral Home (1225 Green St, Iselin, NJ 08830). A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 at 9:45 AM at the same location. A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the St. Ceceila's RC Church (45 Wilus Way, Iselin, NJ 08830).
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Gene's memory to Alpine Learning Group Foundation at 777 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652.
