Marilyn Polomski

Marilyn Polomski entered into the arms of the Lord on May 12. Born to the late Julia and Emil Mozzi on February 8, 1947 in Union City, NJ. She was educated locally, attending Harry Gilmore School and Emerson High School before entering Jersey City State College where she earned a degree in the Kindergarten/Primary Education. It was at JCSC that Marilyn met Raymond Polomski and they married on July 5, 1970.

Marilyn taught at Robert Waters Elementary School in Union City before she and Ray moved to River Vale, NJ. She then held a number of positions including office manager for Frank Franklin, MD in Northvale, and office work with Liquid Solids Corp. in Northvale and Randall and Randall Esqs. in Westwood.

Marilyn found her true passion in life when she visited the River Vale Manor and met some of the elderly residents. Her ability to make them laugh and to lend a friendly ear endeared her to the residents and staff. Building upon her experiences, Marilyn became a volunteer with the Respite Care Team at Valley Hospital. There her bright smile, sympathetic personality, and piano playing help many people forget their troubles and give then a feeling of peace.

All of these experiences led to her greatest sense of fulfillment when she applied what she learned when Marilyn visited her uncle, Joseph Cona, during his illness. She also helped her father and mother during their illnesses with compassion and love.

Marilyn was very generous and supported numerous charitable causes including Save the Children, H.O.P.E in Booneville, Ky, and animal foundations. She adopted two cats, Tippy and Sweetie, who were constant companions and a source of comfort. Marilyn also supported F.A.I.T.H. Foundation which provided assistance for the homeless. Marilyn, along with Ray, spent years donating personal items and financial support to the less fortunate in Bergen County.

One of Marilyn’s greatest joys in life was hosting dinners during the Christmas and Easter Holidays. An excellent cook she produced meals and desserts of impeccable taste. This coupled with her love of decorating for the festive times were a passion that she took very seriously.

Marilyn loved animals and supported a number of animal charities. She and Ray adopted two cats, Tippy and Sweetie, that provided them with endless joy and amusement.

Marilyn is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Ray, her cousin, Teresa Giovannone and her family, her cousin, Bob Smith and his family, and her friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Marilyn’s favorite charities will be appreciated: Save the Children: Best Friends Animal Society; Eva’s Village 393 Main St. Paterson,NJ 07501; Boystown: St. Thomas More K of C Council 2188 40 Crest St. Westwood, NJ 07675 for the Feed the Hungry Program.

The family will receive friends at the Becker Funeral Home in Westwood, NJ with viewing on Thursday, May 18th from 4 - 8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony’s Church, Northvale, NJ on Friday, May 19th at 11 AM. Livestream link is below:

https://boxcast.tv/view/marilyn-polomski-funeral-mass-t3cjxgs1xsfur6doz4vk

Interment will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, NJ on May 25th at 1 PM.