David Ghiraldini

David Ghiraldini, 55, of Park Ridge, NJ, passed away on December 22, 2023. He was a leap year baby born on February 29, 1968 to Roy & Traute Ghiraldini in Brooklyn, NY. After graduating Stockton University in 1989, David embarked on a successful career in Advertising Sales in NYC where he worked at a variety of ad agencies and media companies including CBS and Yahoo. Most recently he was the head of Digital Marketing at Rapid Pump & Meter in Paterson, NJ. David is survived by his two loving sons, Griffin, 23, Spencer, 21, their mom Sophie Gerson, and so many close and dear friends.

David had many interests and hobbies. Hiking was a passion. He went on many challenging trails in places like Shenandoah, Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon and Yosemite with his boys alongside him. On the weekends he could often be found exploring Harriman State Park and Ramapo Reservation with his camera as he was also an avid photographer producing beautiful photographs of the landscapes. David also loved many types of music. He ranks up there as one of Bruce Springsteen’s biggest fans and he also enjoyed eclectic bands. Browsing vinyl record stores with Griffin & Spencer was another favorite weekend pastime. He will be greatly missed.

The family will receive guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood, NJ on Friday, December 29th from 3-8PM. Details of a Celebration of Life will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The American Cancer Society at donate.cancer.org or Villa Marie Claire in Saddle River, NJ at villamarieclaire.org/support.