Very sorry to hear this and condolences to Tony's wife and family. I knew Tony through my sister. They dated each other and graduated in the same year. I always so enjoyed when handsome and delightful Tony came to pick up my chronically late sister, because I and my mother got to chat with him while we waited for Susie to emerge. One of the great things about growing up in Paramus was being exposed to other cultures and cuisines, and I recall my sister raving about food that she'd eaten at Tony's house. I had Italian, Polish and Irish friends who all, but most of all the Italians, turned me on to what great food could really be. I'm thankful for that and many other things about growing up when and where I did. May he RIP, a son of Paramus.

Betsy Hays Gatti, class of '67

Happy 75th to my dear accomplished, talented and caring friend from second grade onward, through many childhood adventures to adult milestones, joys and sorrows, we've always managed to stay connected. The older I get, the sweeter this gift is to me!

It's difficult to put into words and painful to contemplate what this loss means for my old friend John, saying goodbye to his beloved wife of almost 60 years, but I want to try to pay tribute to Linda for her unfailing kindness, wit, beauty, intelligence, incredible talent and loving nature, especially showered on her family (including many precious friends and pets over the years). John and I go way way back, to Stony Lane Grammar School (actually even earlier, kindergarten at the "Legion Hut" on Paramus Road while the school was being built!). I met Linda in Westbrook Junior High but didn't really get to know her until after she and John got married and started their long life journey together. From the "Nutshell" cottage to the lake house to Franklin Lakes and beyond, their door was always open to me with hospitality and warmth. Although we haven't seen much of each other over the past 30 years, those earlier memories are strong and intact, and my husband John Gatti and I send our deepest condolences to John and their daughters Gretchen and Heidi and families, who I know are keenly mourning the absence of a cherished wife, mother and grandmother. I was privileged to be among the legions of friends who gathered at the Weierstall hearth for good food, stories, laughs, drinks and companionship. In the end, these are the memories that will sustain you all in these difficult months and beyond. Goodbye Linda, and thank you forever for your special presence here with us. You are and always will be missed.

This is sad news indeed. Linda was a special soul, artistic, compassionate, funny and loyal, and although we lost touch after PHS, I can only imagine how her loved ones will miss her presence in this earthly garden of delights and sorrows. I remember art class, social gatherings and just heart-to-heart gal talk with great fondness. Rest in peace, dear heart, and know that you were loved here on earth as well as you shall grace heaven.

Happy slightly belated birthday Linda! Miss seeing you and treasure the memories of your house on the lake and so many good times together!

Very sorry to hear of Don's death. Way back in Stony Lane Grammar School, he was a dear classmate and great guy. We didn't cross paths much later in life but I always thought fondly of Don and offer my deepest condolences to his family. May he RIP and know he is rememebered here on earth with affection.

Happy Birthday Kathy, my first best friend!