Jackie Dunphy-Howell passed away on July 12, 2022. She was 65. She lived most of her life in Kearny before moving to Nutley 2 years ago. Arrangements are by Armitage and Wiggins Funeral Home in Kearny. At Jackie’s request there was a private cremation and there will be a memorial service Thursday, July 21st from 3:00 - 7:00 PM at the funeral home. .
Jackie loved life! She cherished her family and friends and students and the students families as well. A proud graduate of Rosemont College, she held a Masters Degree and taught at Lincoln School in Kearny for many years. Her positive influence she had for so many is countless. Jackie’s life was all about smiles and random acts of kindness.
Beloved daughter of Kathleen (nee Toner) and the late Jack Dunphy, she is survived by her cherished daughters; Alana and Molly Howell. Loving sister of Roey Hine (Ron), Kitty Kolarsick (Charlie), Patrick Dunphy (Ginny), Brendan Dunphy (Beverly) and Terence Dunphy (Jenn). She was also the coolest Aunt and Great Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Jackie is also survived by her former husband Richard Howell. In lieu of flowers kindly consider a donation to your own favorite charity in her memory.
