Ezilda "Jill" Passantino

She was a woman whose entire world revolved around the people she loved. Her caring nature knew no limits, and her love often came wrapped in her signature, protective worry for the well-being of everyone around her.

Jill’s life was beautifully defined by the roles she held: a sweet and funny big sister, a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother.

She is survived by her loving husband, John; her devoted children, David, John III, and Jillian; her daughters-in-law, Beth and Sandra; and her only granddaughter, Alessandra, with whom she shared an incredibly special and unmatched bond. She is also survived by her brother, David; her sisters, Stephanie and Andrea; Jillian's boyfriend, Jorge, who fondly called her his "sweet Ezilda"; as well as her beloved dog, Gigi, who misses her deeply every day, and John and Sandra’s furbabies, Pancake and Patti.

Jill is now reunited in peace with her beloved parents (Ezilda and David), her late sister, Denise, and her cherished dog, Mikey.

Her family will forever miss her bright sense of humor, her sweet spirit, and the quiet comfort of knowing she was always looking out for them.

Information regarding the funeral service will be shared by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jill's memory to Pawsitively Furever Dog Rescue, Sean Casey Animal Rescue, or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Visitation will be held at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Road, Westwood, NJ 07675, US, on September 25, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Andrew's RC Church, Westwood on September 26, 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm.