Dorothy E (Knapp) Viola

Dorothy E. Viola, 93, a lifelong resident of Jersey City, passed away peacefully on  Sunday, September 30, 2024. 

Dorothy was the beloved wife of 67 years to the late, Michael; devoted mother of Jill & Anthony De Angelis, Michael & Marian Viola, Steven & Lisa Viola; loving grandmother of Cara and Alyssa De Angelis, Erica, Ashley, Michael, Jessica and Anthony Viola; treasured great grandmother of Avery; dear sister of Alice Bonhard and her spouse, Cliff, and the late Margaret, George, and Edward and their late spouses. She is also survived by her loving nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. 

Dorothy enjoyed spending time with her family and friends especially during the holidays; and also spending time in the Poconos. She enjoyed her sweets and treats. 

Visitation is on Thursday, October 3, 2024, 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM at RIOTTO FUNERAL HOME & Cremation Company, 3205 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07306. Funeral is on Friday, October 4, 2024, 2024, 10:00 AM at the funeral home.  Funeral Mass will follow 11:00 AM at St. Paul of the Cross Church, Jersey City.  Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington.  Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org)