Obituary of Edward G Modica

Modica, Edward G. age 66 of Totowa at rest in Wayne on January 2, 2017. Born in Paterson, he lived in Passaic County most of his life. He was a teacher for the Allendale Board of Education, Allendale for 38 years before retiring. Mr. Modica was the President of the AEA (Allendale Education Association) for many years. He recently was instrumental in passing the Madison Holleran Act. He never lost touch with the students who gave his life purpose, even after retirement. Beloved husband of the former Michele D'Amelio of Totowa. Loving father of John Modica & his wife Jill of Manalapan and Eddie Modica of Totowa. Dear brother of Joyce Calderone of Farmingdale. Devoted grandfather of Brandon and Cade. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at the Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa, on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM with a prayer service at 7:30 PM. Cremation will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN would be appreciated. For more information, go to www.festamemorial.com.