Linda Rose Gaita, 68, of Little Falls, passed away February 17, 2019 surrounded by her family. Survived by her devoted husband, Carmen J. Gaita. Loving mother of Lauren Gaita-Klaus and her husband, Thomas and Steven Gaita. Adored grandmother of Carlin McKenna Klaus. Beloved daughter of Rosalie and the late Angelo Pizzi. Caring sister of Anthony Pizzi and his wife, Joyce, Joni Macchia and her husband, George, and sister-in-law, Lucille Gaita. Cherished aunt of Gregg Pizzi, Michael Pizzi and his wife, Pam, Robert Pizzi and his wife, Michelle, and Kevin Macchia. She will be dearly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Born in Passaic, Linda has lived in Little Falls for the past 45 years. Linda was a 3rd grade teacher at Washington Elementary in Lodi before buying and becoming Co-Owner of Gaita Memorial Home in 1974. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Holy Angels Roman Catholic Church and former member of Little Falls Junior Women's Club. Linda was heavily involved in her children's organizations, such as the PTA and always was a Class Mom. She enjoyed dinners with her girlfriends - the "Crazy Eights". She was a devoted Elvis Presley and New York Yankees fan. Linda enjoyed trips to Graceland, Marco Island, and caring after her Yorkie Terriers. Above all else, her family was always her top priority. Her family will receive their friends Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 4-9 pm at Gaita Memorial Home, 154 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Little Falls. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, February 22, 2019 at 10:30 am at Our Lady of the Holy Angels Roman Catholic Church, 473 Main Street, Little Falls - please meet directly at church. Entombment to follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park Mausoleum, Totowa. Because of her deep love for her granddaughter and all children, donations can be made in Linda's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org
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Patti (Isaac) Scullion
2/19/2019 09:11:22 am
I am so deeply saddened at the news of Linda's passing. The memory of her laughter and smile will be what I carry with me always. A truly kind and loving woman. She can not be replaced and will be greatly missed by all.
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Dave Felix
2/19/2019 04:42:06 pm
Linda will always be remembered for her smile, and her true compassion for people at a time when they needed it most. Extending my deepest condolences to her family.
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Robin Hoffman
2/20/2019 10:57:30 am
I was very saddened to hear of Linda's passing. I remember her laughter and uplifting personality. She was fun to be around.
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Tom and debbie Breitwieser
2/20/2019 11:54:03 am
So sorry and saddened to hear of Linda's passing she was such a kind caring person always with a smile and a kind word we will miss running into her at the food town and catching up with each other may she RIP and her family find the peace of heart they will need at this sad time
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Lorraine Aiello Baker
2/20/2019 12:10:48 pm
She was my childhood! My neighbor and babysitter! All the Pizzi’s are held will love in our hearts! Sad doesn’t begin to describe the loss of Linda!
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2/21/2019 03:11:45 pm
So sorry Mr.Gaita about the loss of your wife you have our deepest sympathy God bless you and your family this is also from the Passaic county funeral directors and this is Madonna
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Janis Conklin
2/22/2019 10:26:31 am
I was very saddened to learn of the passing of Linda. She would always have a smile whenever I ran into her in town and we would catch up. Praying for much strength and comfort to the Gaita family. My deepest condolences
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Jacqueline Donato
2/28/2019 08:48:01 am
Our deepest sympathy to you Carmen and to your family ...
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Justine (Krell) La Monaca
3/14/2019 08:55:04 am
Dear Carmen and Family,
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Allison LiCalsi
11/22/2021 11:47:05 am
Mrs. Gaita was my third grade teacher at Washington School in 1974-75. I loved her! She was such a good teacher and a genuinely nice person. I am sorry to hear of her passing. I had just done a search to see if I could find her. RIP Mrs. Gaita. You were wonderful.
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