Obituary of Clifford A. Painter

Painter, Clifford A., 78, of Lyndhurst, died on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. Mr. Painter was born and raised in Iselin and has been a resident of Lyndhurst for over 48 years.  Cliff was in band with the Iselin Fife & Drum and had a passion for playing the saxaphone.  Cliff was predeceased by his beloved wife of 56 years, Kathleen F. (Nee Smith) Painter in 2021. Cliff is survived by their loving children, Kevin T. Painter & his wife, Robin, Thomas C. Painter & his wife, Melissa, the late Patrick C. Painter in 1965, Jackie Moje and son-in-law, Chris Moje, both in 2014. Also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Michelle V. Hessian & her husband, Joe, Kathlyn A. Painter, Alexandria F. Moje, Patrick T. Painter, Kellie A. Painter and Thomas C. Painter. Also survived by his brothers Joseph Painter & his wife, Caroline and John Painter & his wife, Kathy. 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation held at Nazare Memorial Home, Inc., 403 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst on Friday, September 22, 2023 from 3 - 7 PM.  All are welcome to gather on Saturday, September 23rd at the funeral home at 9 AM, then to Sacred Heart Church, Lyndhurst where at 10 AM a Funeral Mass will be offered.  Cremation Private.  In lieu of flowers, Cliff's family requests donations be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142. Memphis TN 38148-0142. Please express your condolences to Cliff's family by using our Tribute Wall.