Obituary of Maya G. Humphrey

Humphrey, Maya G. (nee Meneses), age 51 of Riverdale has laid to rest at Holy Name Hospital on July 1, 2013 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil before moving to the U.S. Maya was a long time resident of Lincoln Park Twp. She managed and ran her family bar business in Paterson for many years before being diagnosed with carcinoid cancer. Beloved wife of Thomas Humphrey and a cherished devoted mother and grandmother she is survived by her son Rod Coelho, his wife Jessica, daughter Jaclyn, granddaughter Catalina Maya and her soon to be born grandson. Maya enjoyed traveling and gardening at home. She was devoted to everything she was a part of in her life and has touched the hearts of many with her fun and upbeat personality even through difficult times struggling with cancer. Cremation is private at the request of the family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial mass at St. Joseph's R.C. Church, 216 Comly Rd., Lincoln Park, on Saturday at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated. Arrangements were by Festa Memorial Funeral Home, 111 Union Blvd., Totowa, 07512.