Alvarez, Nilda Valentina nee: Saroza, age 83, of Upper Saddle River, formerly of Leonia died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 28, 2015. She was born in Sagua La Grande, Cuba where she studied to be a teacher and met the love of her life. After Castro took power, they fled to the United States and eventually settled in Leonia to raise their family. She worked as a computer operator for many years. The greatest happiness in her life however came after retirement where she helped raise her grandchildren whom were her pride and joy. She filled her house with love and all were always welcome. She will be greatly missed. Predeceased by her husband of 58 years, Jose L. Alvarez and her brother Edin Saroza. Beloved mother of Jose M. Alvarez and his wife Jessica, Luis Alvarez and Brian Alvarez and his wife Tracy. Cherished grandmother of Marisa, Jessica, Joseph, Emily Olivia and Quinn. Loving sister of Josephine Martinez and her husband Miguel and their children Damaris Deblasio and her husband Rick, Mercedes Dunn and her husband Barney and their children Samantha Perro, her husband Chris and Jack Dunn. She is also survived by other loving nieces, nephews and in-laws. The family will receive their friends on Thursday 3:00 – 7:00 PM at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street "opposite the Fort Lee Library". The funeral will leave Friday at 9:30 AM for the celebration of her funeral mass in St. John R. C. Church at 10:00 AM. For condolences, directions, or information call (201) 944-0100 or www.frankpatti.com