Joseph Zadroga, retired North Arlington Police Chief, sadly died from injuries sustained when he was hit by a car. Visiting will be on Sunday January 28,2024 from 1 until 6:00 p.m. and again on Monday January 29, 2024 from 1-4 p.m. , then a dinner break for the family. Visiting will resume from 7 until 9:00 p.m. at the Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home 596 Belgrove Drive, Kearny Relatives and friends are invited to return to the funeral home on Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. or you can go directly to Queen of Peace Church for an 11:30 Funeral Mass and burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery both in North Arlington.
Joe was born in Newark, N.J. and lived most of his life in North Arlington before moving to Little Egg Harbor 18 years ago. He served in The United States Army during Vietnam from 1966 until 1968. He was a member of The North Arlington Police Department having retired as The Chief of Police. Joe was a member of The American Legion, The American Legion Disabled, The Knights of Columbus and The Masonic Lodge. After losing his son James, who died of a debilitating disease and conditions after his heroic service as a NYC Police Officer during the 9/11 aftermath, Joe became a fierce advocate to insure that the immediate responders and their families would be recognized, understood and compensated for their patriotic and amazingly brave service to our country. He aggressively petitioned Congress to help in this endeavor and the final result was the James Zadroga Bill passed by our United Sates Congress.
Beloved husband of Linda (nee Baczewski) and loving father of Joseph Zadroga (his wife Lisa) and the late James Zadroga (his late wife Ronda). Loyal brother to Paula Bates (her husband Richard) and the late Charles Zadroga (his late wife Jane) and he was the cherished grandfather of Tyler Ann and Dakota. Joe and Linda raised their granddaughter Tyler Ann after she so tragically lost her parents. He was truly a dedicated and loving family man.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Tunnels to Towers.
