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William J. O'Day
Born: 07/06/1944
Died: 12/07/2008
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William J. O'Day

O’Day, William J. Esq. age 64 died Sunday December 7th, 2008 at his home in Sag Harbor Long Island. Born and raised in Jersey City, NJ he had also lived many years in Montclair, and Bedminster, NJ until retiring to Sag Harbor in 2003.

 

A graduate of the St. Peter’s Preparatory School in Jersey City class of 1962, William was later graduated from St. Peter’s College Jersey City, NJ in 1966 receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in both English and Pre Law. Mr. O’Day attended Fordham Law School in New York City, and passed his Bar exam in 1969. Mr. O’Day retired as Senior Partner with the firm of Haskins, Hack, Piro & O’Day in Florham Park in 2003 after 34 years as a respected trial attorney and litigator.  His last affiliation was with Brown Harris Stevens real estate firm in East Hampton. 

 

A avid golfer, Mr. O’Day was a member of the Montclair Country Club.  He was also a boating enthusiast, as well as an accomplished skier.

Survivors include his wife Maureen G. (O’Brien) O’Day of Sag Harbor. His mother Ann C. Chiara of Montclair, his brothers Dr. Gerard T. Chiara of Mt. Lakes, and Paul R. Chiara of Redondo Beach, CA. Also survived by his sister Celia M. Chiara of Caldwell, as well as his nieces Dr. Bianca, Catherine and Claire Chiara and his nephews Michael G. and Paul Wm. Chiara.    William was pre deceased by his father James W. O’Day.

A memorial Funeral Mass will be held Saturday December 13th, 2008 at 2:00 PM at the Immaculate Conception RC Church 30 North Fullerton Ave. Montclair, NJ. Arrangements are under the direction of the Smith-Taylor-Ruggiero Funeral Home, One Baker Ave. Dover, NJ. In lieu of flowers memorials in Williams name may be made to a charity of choice. Visitation is private for the immediate family only.
 
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Went to St Paul's grammar school with Billy. Went to ASA with Maureen. So sorry to read of Billy's passing..he was a nice "kid" from Jersey City. The Dominican nuns would be proud of his career. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this most difficult time. RIP Billy
Rosemary (Degnon) Eng
Regrets, My name is Maureen O'Day-Bellucci, I think Billy was my cousin. We spend our summers together in Lake George, NY, along with my two brothers Jim & Brian. As a child, I was always so proud to call him my cousin, all my girlfriends were after him. I sorry I didn't know him in his later years. Please accept my deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts...May the comfort of friends and family be your strength now and in the days ahead. Sincerely, Maureen O'Day
Maureen O'Day- Bellucci
To the O'Day family ... My heartfelt prayers go out to you for your loss. I grew up with Bill in Jersey City and we attended St. Paul's Grammar School and St. Peter's College together. As is the case in life, people go separate ways, build families, and move on. But memories always remain. My thoughts go back mostly to our days at St.Paul's as "kids". And, oh yes, the Dominican Sisters who helped in developing our strong Faiths in Jesus Christ. With a few exercises in discipline to boot! Yes, Bill, although we moved on with our lives, you are in my mind and heart today. I am sure you will be missed by your family and friends. And you will be missed by me, your former classmate .. and childhood friend!
Bob Stomber
Dear Maureen, Mrs. Chiara and the Chiara Family~I am so, so sorry for your loss. Working with Bill for 18 years was one of the most special times of my life. His love for life and people was an inspiration to me and to all who knew and loved him. I shared so many happy times & laughter with Bill over my 18 year career at Hack, Piro. He was one of my best friends and his passing is very painful to me. I cannot imagine the pain you are all feeling at this time. He will always have a special place in my heart and memories. I feel honored and priviledged to have been a part of his life. My love and prayers are with you all during this immensely difficult time and always. Love Toni
Toni Rehe
Dear Maureen and Family, I send my deepest and heartfelt regrets from the Pasquale Family. The O'Days were our neighbors a while back in Montclair. Oddly and now sadly, I was just thinking of you both recently and wondering what you were up to. I have the fondest memories of spending a Sunday morning at your house when my brother, Mike and I were little, eating scrambled eggs and listening to Bill Cosby records. I'm sorry we never got to catch up. My sympathies go out to Maureen and the rest of the family.
Tony Pasquale
Dear Maureen, Mrs. Chiara, and the entire Chiara Family - I would like to offer you my deepest sympathy for Bill's passing. I was shocked to just learn of this today in receiving a Christmas card from Toni Rehe. For 10 of my 13 years at Hack, Piro, O'Day, I was Bill's secretary, starting in West Orange, and moving to Florham Park. He was a mentor, always offering sound advice, and always with a smile on his face. I am so awfully sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely,
Barbara (Quahliero) Olcott
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