Obituary of Wallace K. Haik

Haik, Wallace "Wally" K. age 90 of Totowa at rest in Wayne on January 1, 2012. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn (nee Seman) Haik (1994). Loving father of Arlene Marocco of Totowa and the late Roy Haik (1973) and Ken Haik (1982). Adoring grandfather of Jacquelyn Haik and father in law of Robin Haik both of Clifton. Son of the late Abraham Haik and Elizabeth (nee Kaba) Haik. Caring brother of Albert Haik of Thousand Oaks, CA and the late Rose Velahaukis, Majeeda Ferk, and Julia Kabbash. Survivors include many nieces and nephews. Born and raised in Paterson, he lived in California before moving to Totowa in 1951. He was a Grinder for Curtiss-Wright Aeronautical, Wood Ridge and Eastern Gear, Paterson before retiring in 1984. Wally was a W.W. II Army veteran, servicing in the 15th Army Air Corp Italy. He flew 50 combat missions over Europe, attaining the rank of Staff Sgt. In addition, he was a member of the Happy Seniors, Totowa. Relatives and friends are invited to a funeral service at the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa, on Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Interment to follow at Laurel Grove Memorial Park, Totowa. Friends may call Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Totowa 1st Aid Squad, Totowa and/or Hospice of NJ, Bloomfield would be appreciated. For more information, go to www.festamemorial.com.