Philip J. Cheff's obituary , Passed away on July 27, 2026 in Totowa, New Jersey

Philip J. Cheff

April 3, 1949 - July 27, 2026 (77 years old)

Totowa, New Jersey

Philip J. Cheff's obituary , Passed away on July 27, 2026 in Totowa, New Jersey

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Philip J. Cheff

April 3, 1949 - July 27, 2026 (77 years old)

Totowa, New Jersey

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Philip J. Cheff Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Philip J. Cheff of Totowa, New Jersey is shared. Philip, born on April 3, 1949, passed away on July 27, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Marsha Cheff of Totowa; his children, Gregory Cheff (Christine) of Totowa, Anthony Cheff (Alisa) of Jefferson Twsp, Thomas Cheff (Jennifer) of Pequannock and Stephanie Cheff of Fairfield; his grandchildren, Philip, Allie, Aimee, Anthony, Dante, Mason, Logan, Joey and Ella; his brother Fred A. Cheff (Judi); and his nieces and nephews, Michael Cheff (Connie) and Janeen Calaghan (Michael).

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Seymour, Paul, and Gloria Milstein Division of Cardiology (https://medicine.givenow.columbia.edu), would be appreciated.

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Festa Memorial Funeral Home



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July 31, 2026

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July 31, 2026

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July 28, 2026

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“Phil was one of the good guys who made a difference and will be missed . R.I.P. Phil 🙏”


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July 31

Visitation

Festa Memorial Funeral Home
111 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512

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Aug 01

Funeral service

Festa Memorial Funeral Home
111 Union Blvd, Totowa, NJ 07512

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Aug 01

Mass

St. James RC Church
410 Totowa Rd, Totowa, NJ 07512

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