Janet Micele

Janet Micele, 82, a lifelong resident of Jersey City passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.  She retired from MetLife in New York City. A parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy Church, Janet lived her life with warmth, humor, and generosity.  She found joy in her trips to Atlantic City, and her love for animals reflected her compassionate spirit. Known as the life of the party, she had a bubbly personality, a great sense of humor, and a heart that cared deeply for those around her.

Janet was the beloved wife of the late Charles Micele and the loving partner of Peter Freda. She also leaves behind a stepson, Sal and his wife, Maria, along with many dear friends.   She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation is on Monday, September 15, 2025, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at RIOTTO FUNERAL HOME & Cremation Company, 3205 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07306 (For GPS Navigation, it is best to use the parking lot entrance address: 14 Stagg St., Jersey City).  Funeral will begin on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 40 Sullivan Drive, Jersey City with a visitation from 10:45 AM to 11:15 AM.  Funeral Mass will begin at 11:30 AM.  Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, North Arlington.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (www.stjude.org) and to ASPCA (http://www.aspca.org/)