OBITUARY

Lillian Towers

6/28/1940 – 7/21/2025

Lillian Towers, age 85, of Mahwah and Saddle Brook, New Jersey, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on July 21, 2025, after a courageous journey with dementia.

Born on June 28, 1940, Lillian was known for her outgoing personality, generous spirit, and deep love of family and friends. She brought warmth and joy to everyone who knew her.

Lillian is survived by her daughter, Lisa Abrams, and her husband, Steven; their children, her beloved grandchildren Brian (her sunshine) and Jenna (her beautiful princess); and by her daughter, Janice Guggino. She is also survived by her treasured nieces and nephews, beloved brother-in-law, adored cousins, precious aunts and uncles, and many dear friends who will forever cherish her memory.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Guggino, and her second husband, Frederick Towers; her cherished mother, Jennie Targiano; and her amazing sister, Angela Strickland.

A funeral will be held in accordance with Lillian’s wishes. The family extends heartfelt thanks to the dedicated hospice team who provided compassion and comfort in her final weeks.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Foundation or Amedisys Hospice in Hackensack, NJ

Lil will be deeply missed and forever loved.

VISITATION AT FUNERAL HOME

4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday, July 25, 2025
Bellmore Funeral Home
2340 Jerusalem Ave
N Bellmore, New York 11710
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FUNERAL MASS

10:00 am
Saturday, July 26, 2025
St Raphael R.C. Church600 Newbridge Rd
East Meadow, New York 11554
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FINAL RESTING PLACE

Saturday, July 26, 2025
Holy Rood Cemetery
111 Old Country Road
Westbury, New York 11590
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