We are sad to announce that on February 21, 2023, John Gretkowski of North Haledon, New Jersey, born in Jersey City, New Jersey passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Gretkowski and Catherine Gretkowski. He is survived by: his wife Maria; his daughters, Rachel and Alexa; his pet Bentley; his father-in-law Alessandro; and his brother-in-law Vincent.

Memorial donations in John's memory made to the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network (https://bcan.org) would be appreciated.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Vander Plaat Funeral Home LLC of Wyckoff

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February 24, 2023

JOHN & THERESA CALLANDRELLO lit a candle

“In loving memory of John Gretkowski, RIP John Gretkowski. Prayers to all of the Gretkowski Family. John will be dearly missed but Never Forgotten.🙏🙏🙏🙏”

February 23, 2023

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February 23, 2023

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February 23, 2023

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February 23, 2023

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“In loving memory of John Gretkowski, Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship.”

February 22, 2023

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February 22, 2023

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February 22, 2023

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“In loving memory of John Gretkowski, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”

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February 23, 2023

Mike Rich wrote a sympathy message

“John will be missed by so many, he was larger than life itself. My life will be forever different without him. I love you brother, I will miss you dearly and pray for comfort for your family. God speed my friend and I hope to see you again one day and enjoy an Old fashioned while detailing our cars.”

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Feb 26

Visitation

Vander Plaat Funeral Home
257 Godwin Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

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Feb 27

Funeral Mass

St. Elizabeth RC Church
700 Wyckoff Ave, Wyckoff, NJ 07481

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Feb 27

Burial

Holy Cross Cemetery - North Arlington
340 Ridge Rd, North Arlington, NJ 07031

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