Willard Cleffi Obituary
The passing of Willard Cleffi of Rockaway, New Jersey occurred on October 2, 2026. Willard, born on May 26, 1932, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Willard Cleffi to show support.
Willard touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Willard’s presence will be missed, the influence he had on others will remain. Those who knew him will carry forward memories that reflect his character and spirit.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: George and Dorothy Cleffi; wife: Joan Cleffi; siblings: George, Jerry, Jimmy Cleffi, Mary Cleffi, and sister-in-law Beverly Megletti; children: Cheryl McPhail (late Donald), William Cleffi (Debbie), Todd Cleffi (Christine), and Gina Schaefer (Robert); grandchildren: Kyle Cleffi (Andrea), Janel Jones (Kevin), Matthew Cleffi (Andrea), Corina Cleffi, Casey Cleffi, Rebecca Cleffi, Ben Schaefer, and John Schaefer; great-grandchildren: Journey Cleffi, Landon Cleffi, Maxine Jones, Willie Jones, Molly Jones, Chase Cleffi, and Noah Cleffi; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 11th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Bermingham Funeral Home (216 S Main St, Wharton, NJ 07885). A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Birmingham Funeral Home (216 S Main St, Wharton, NJ 07885). A burial will be held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at the St. Cecilia Cemetery (160 Academy St, Rockaway, NJ 07866).
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to (http://www.zc4h2foundation.org) in honor of Bills great granddaughter Molly Jones.
