Joan E. Albanese 85, born and raised in Clifton, spent most of her life in Nutley where she raised her two children and made a loving home. She later moved to the Claridge House in Verona. She passed away on Sunday January 17, 2021. She loved to celebrate the holidays with her family and friends. She was the daughter of the late Andrew and Georgina Cullen. Mrs. Albanese was a devoted wife and loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Predeceased by her husband, Vincent Albanese, she is survived by her children, Joan V. Albanese, Guy Albanese and wife, Yvette, her grandchildren, Ryan Albanese, Jeffrey and Jenna Musolino, Luke and Juliet Albanese and her great grandson, Zekaya Musolino.

Services for Joan will be private. A celebration of her life will be planned for later date.