Obituary of Peter Robert Furkey

Peter Robert Furkey, 82, passed away peacefully at his home in Denville, New Jersey, on October 18, 2025.

Born in Newark, NJ, Peter was a longtime resident of Rockaway before settling in Denville 20 years ago. He proudly served as a Superintendent with the Port Authority in Jersey City for 37 years, retiring in 1999. Following his retirement, Peter continued to share his expertise through consulting work until 2015.

Peter was a man of deep commitment—to his work, his community, and above all, his family. He was predeceased by his beloved grandson, Stephen Anthony Furkey, and his sister, Joan Furkey.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Mary Ellen (Watts) Furkey; his loving children, Donna Marie Furkey, Peter Robert Furkey Jr. & Linda Sivick, and James Furkey & Kristi Rexroth. He was a cherished grandfather to Elyse Marie Gallagher, Ashley Nicole Furkey, and Kaylie Furkey Sivick, and a proud great-grandfather to Stephen Anthony Koza, Abigail Marie Appelgate, Jaylin Ann Appelgate, Joslyn Nicole Appelgate, Noah Daniel Furkey, Mia Brielle Gallagher, and Jackson Edward Gallagher,

Private funeral services were held under the care of Norman Dean Home for Services, 16 Righter Avenue, Denville, NJ 07834. Online condolences may be shared at www.normandean.com

Memorial donations may be made in Peter's name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an organization close to his heart.