Carmen Russo

Harrington Park, NJ – Carmen Russo, 92, passed away at home on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. She was born in Paris, France and came to New York as a holocaust survivor at the age of 18. She was vice-president of exports for Dedeco International, Inc. in Long Eddy, NY where she worked for over 20 years, bringing the company into the international market before her retirement in 2000.

She was a good natured and loving mother who had a deep appreciation for opera, was an excellent cook, and loved animals, especially her daily companion Cara, the family dog.

Mrs. Russo is survived by her loving son, Alan Russo and his fiancée Patricia Massimo of Harrington Park, NJ; her devoted niece Inez McGregor and her husband John Keith of Allyn, WA; and her cherished nephew Michael McGregor and niece Michelle Powell.

A memorial service will be held on at 5:00 pm on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at Gutterman and Musicant Jewish Funeral Directors, 402 Park Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601.

Relatives and friends may gather with the family from 3:00pm to 5:00pm prior to the service. Memorial donations may be made in Mrs. Russo’s name to The Humane Society or ASPCA.

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We at Gutterman-Musicant wish to express our heartfelt thanks on behalf of the mourners for your support during this difficult time.