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Jill Chafetz

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jchafetz@dailyvoice.com

I started my professional life as a research psychologist (not the "do you love your mother" kind). I enjoyed research and teaching, but noticed that I spent most of my non-classroom time writing and editing, often to help other people.

When I left academia,  all the "you should be a writer" admonitions followed me to job interviews. I've been squeezing in part-time writing and editing jobs for about 9 years, so now I am happily doing it full time.

Jill was formerly a writer at Daily Voice.


Jill Chafetz's Contributions

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May Hamalainen, 88, of Mahwah May Hamalainen, 88, of Mahwah
May Hamalainen, 88, of Mahwah MAHWAH, N.J.—May Hamalainen , 88, Mahwah, formerly of Saddle Brook, died on Thursday, Nov. 19. Hamalainen was a homemaker first and foremost, but she also worked for 20 years as a medical receptionist with Dr. Boris Schwartz in Paterson. Her husband Vincent Hamalainen died in 1981. She is survived by a son, Ray V. Hamalainen and his wife Sheri; Gary R Hamalainen; grandchildren Erin, Vincent, Kara and Jamie; and the her sister of Grace Illian and her husband, Norman. Another son, Robert L Hamalainen died in 2010. The family will receive friends on Monday from 7-9 p.m. at the Vander Plaat …

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Louise Marie Parisi, age 91, of Palisades Park Louise Marie Parisi, age 91, of Palisades Park
Louise Marie Parisi, age 91, of Palisades Park PALISADES PARK, N.J. -- Louise Marie Parisi (née Pecora), 91, formerly of Palisades Park and Toms River died on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Parisi was the beloved wife of the late Jospeh Parisi; the loving mother of JoAnn Casbar and her husband Peter, Linda Parente and her husband Carl and Joseph Parisi, Jr. and his wife Donna; the dear sister of the late Frances Cipoletto and Antoinette Bibbo. Cherished grandmother of Paul, Nicholas, Michael and Nicole; and the endeared great-grandmother of eight. She was a member of the VFW Women's Club, and an avid bowler and Yankee fan. In lieu of flowers, donati…

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Deanna Sloves, 76, of Airmont Deanna Sloves, 76, of Airmont
Deanna Sloves, 76, of Airmont AIRMONT, N.Y.—Airmont resident Deanna Sloves, 76, died on Monday, Nov. 16 at Good Samaritan Hospital.  She was born on May 24, 1939, in the Bronx. Chapel services were held on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2 p.m. at the Sanctuary of Abraham & Sarah, 735 Forest Avenue, Paramus, NJ, with Rabbi Pernick officiating. Entombment followed at the family crypt. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hellman Memorial Chapels, 15 State St. in Spring Valley.

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Sharon L. Young, 55, Wappingers Falls Sharon L. Young, 55, Wappingers Falls
Sharon L. Young, 55, Wappingers Falls WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. -- Sharon L. Young, 55, a resident of Wappingers Falls since 1989, died Nov. 19 at home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer. She previously lived in Beacon and Montrose. Young was born Feb. 8, 1960 in Buchanan . Young had been employed in the commissary at Downstate Correctional Facility for more than 35 years until her retirement this past April. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Estupinan of Wappingers Falls; her son, who is currently stationed in the U.S. Coast Guard, Christopher Young and his wife Jean; her grandchildren, Dustin…

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Olga Mysak, 93, Of Maywood Olga Mysak, 93, Of Maywood
Olga Mysak, 93, Of Maywood MAYWOOD, N.J.—Olga (née Milanowycz) Mysak, 93, formerly of Hudson County, died Wednesday, Nov. 18.She was the beloved wife of the late John Mysak; the devoted aunt of Joseph Milanowycz and his wife Adele; Kathleen Flynn and her husband John; David Milanowycz and his wife Donna; and William Sywak.  She also was predeceased by her nieces Carolyn Bilton and Linda Challan. Mysak worked for many years as an administrative assistant to the president of United Photo in Jersey City. She was a communicant at St. Peter the Apostle in River Edge. Family and friends are invited to visit from 1-5 p.m. …

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Robert Olson Sr., 74, Of Paramus Robert Olson Sr., 74, Of Paramus
Robert Olson Sr., 74, Of Paramus PARAMUS, N.J.—Robert Olson Sr., 74, formerly of River Edge, died Thursday, Nov. 19. Before retiring, Olson worked for Hannon Floor Covering in Newark as a flooring installation specialist. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of the Visitation R.C. Church in Paramus, a member of the Carpenters Union Local #2212 in Edison and in the Paramus Fire Company #2 where he served as department chief in 1984 and 1992. Olson was the cherished husband of the late Gertrude Olson (née Dinse); the loving father of son Robert Olson Jr. and his wife Barbara of Monroe, N.Y.; and Evelyn Olson; and the devoted gr…

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Martin J. Hunt, 90, Of Fishkill Martin J. Hunt, 90, Of Fishkill
Martin J. Hunt, 90, Of Fishkill FISHKILL, N.Y.— Martin J. Hunt, 90, died Nov. 17 in Boulder, Colo. Born May 13, 1925 in Paterson, N.J. to the late James J. and Mary McKelvey Hunt. He grew up in Englewood, N.J. and graduated from St. Cecilia High School in 1943. At the age of 18, Hunt was drafted into the U.S. Army, where he was sent to the European Theater of World War II. After being honorably discharged, he enrolled in Seton Hall University and graduated in 1952. He taught for 25 years in New Jersey and Long Island prior to retiring and moving to Fishkill in 1991. Hunt is survived by his children, Elizabeth Hunt Rosica…

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Emerito G. Garcia, 91, Of Dumont Emerito G. Garcia, 91, Of Dumont
Emerito G. Garcia, 91, Of Dumont DUMONT, N.J. — Emerito G. Garcia, 91, died Wednesday, Nov. 18. Garcia was the devoted father of Emerito Jr. and his wife Bernadette; Giovanni; and Benitha Mintz and her husband Daniel; cherished grandfather of E.J., Joey, Michael, Mark and Ashley, and great-grandfather of Thomas and Lily; dear brother of Genie Aduincula; Violeta Achacoso; Vener Rios; and Reynaldo Garcia. He also is survived by his son-in-law Ernesto Santos. Garcia was predeceased by his beloved wife, Lucia Ilao, and daughter, Immaculada Santos. Garcia was born in Manila, Philippines to the late Casimiro and Benita Garcia,…

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Antonio Cardiello, 82 Of Nanuet Antonio Cardiello, 82 Of Nanuet
Antonio Cardiello, 82 Of Nanuet NANUET, N.Y. -- Antonio Cardiello, 82, died Thursday, Nov. 19.  He was born Aug. 7, 1933, in San Pietro Al Tanagro, Italy to Pietro and Maddalena Cardiello. In 1969, Antonio immigrated to the United States with his loving wife, Rosina, living in Nanuet for the past 20 years. He is survived by his loving wife, Rosa; children, Pietro and Maddalena (Kenji Harper); and was the adoring grandfather of KJ and Gabrie. He also is survived by his sisters, Dora, Maria and Rina and brother Angelo, all of Italy. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony’s R.C. Ch…

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Marie A. McGlynn, Of Fair Lawn Marie A. McGlynn, Of Fair Lawn
Marie A. McGlynn, Of Fair Lawn FAIR LAWN, N.J.—Marie A. McGlynn died Wednesday, Nov. 18.  Born in the Bronx, N.Y., McGlynn was raised in Queens prior to settling in Fair Lawn many years ago. She was a parishioner of St. Catharine RC Church in Glen Rock and St. Anne RC Church in Fair Lawn. An avid animal lover, she will be remembered for her generous heart toward her family and friends, whom she deeply loved. Prior to retiring, she was employed as an executive secretary with Colgate-Palmolive Company in New York City for many years. She was the loving sister of Grace McKay and late husband James; cherished aunt of Keith,…

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