Community Updates Blog: Residents

Crane’s Mill Neighbors of the Week – Our Pets

September 7, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbors of the Week! Residents of the West Caldwell retirement community are welcome to have pets including dogs, cats, and other companions. Crane’s Mill is a pet-friendly community, so this week we’re celebrating some of our “best friends” as neighbors! Check out this fun pic taken after last week’s Pet Parade! Small dogs, cats, birds, and other companions are welcome in our apartment homes, and cottage residents are welcome to have larger dogs. …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Nola Nikel

August 30, 2021

Say Hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week Nola and her husband Bill moved from Montclair, NJ to Crane’s Mill This week we’re featuring a true original–Nola Nikel. Nola has called Crane’s Mill her home for 23 years! Nola, along with her beloved late husband Bill, were among the first group of residents at Crane’s Mill. Now living in the Assisted Living neighborhood, Nola enjoys any activity where she can express her creativity including painting and arts & crafts. Here is a photo of Nola and Bill outside of their apartment courtesy of The Progress newspaper: …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbors of the Week – Don and Connie Guida

August 23, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbors of the Week! Don and Connie Guida moved from Maplewood, NJ to Crane’s Mill in 2019. Connie is a registered nurse who trained at Jersey City Medical Center and went on to earn a BS degree at Ohio State. She had a varied career: head nurse at Overlook Hospital where she set up the Intensive Care Unit, worked for the VA, did industrial nursing at AT&T, and ended up as a school nurse. She enjoyed the challenges of each phase of her career. Don was a criminal defense attorney who started in private …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Bernadette Farley

August 16, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! This independent living resident keeps busy in and out of the community by volunteering to help others. Say Hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week Bernadette Farley is a well-liked and respected resident who has always been involved in staying active and helping others. Bernie has been a longtime volunteer at Turtle Back Zoo and the Low Vision Support Group here at Crane’s Mill. …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Bebe Antell

August 2, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! Ms. Antell takes advantage of many of the 200+ programs and activities scheduled for seniors at our community each month. Bebe Antell moved to Crane’s Mill in 2015. Ms. Antell previously lived in Millburn and West Orange, NJ. Bebe enjoys all sorts of activities at Crane’s Mill, including the garden club, exercising in the fitness center, musical entertainment, and movies on the big screen in our auditorium, Hinman Hall. …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Peter Marzano

July 26, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! A respected member of the Essex county community is now part of our community, too. This week, the spotlight is on Peter Marzano, who moved to Crane’s Mill in May of 2020. Mr. Marzano grew up in Newark, attending East Side High School before serving in the Army during World War II. Mr. Marzano had a long career in law enforcement, including 28 years as a Newark police officer. He enjoys playing cards and spending time with his family, who live close to the community. …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Annette Busch

July 19, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! Ms. Busch moved from Florida to Crane’s Mill in West Caldwell, New Jersey Say Hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week Annette Busch moved to Crane’s Mill in 2017 from Delray Beach, Florida. Ms. Busch has three children and seven grandchildren. She has a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College and a M.A. degree from Hofstra University. Ms. Busch was a teacher of Spanish and English, and enjoys writing poetry and song lyrics. …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Tony Cirillo

July 12, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! Mr. Cirillo can be seen in our We’re Back campaign video, celebrating residents removing their masks and showing their smiles! This week’s neighbor is Tony Cirillo, who moved to Crane’s Mill from New York City in 2016. Mr. Cirillo is a friendly conversationist who can be seen talking with any number of people in the Towne Square lobby. Mr. Cirillo provided this spirited “We’re Back!” for our recent campaign video, and when someone delivers a performance with this much gusto, it’s worth repeating! …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Wally Reiling

June 21, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! Wally Enjoys Performing On Stage with the Crane’s Mill Drama Club Wally Reiling became a Crane’s Mill resident in May 2019. Wally is well-known around campus for his friendly demeanor and quick-witted sense of humor. Wally owned a toy manufacturing company, and enjoys sports and movies. He also has a passion for acting. In fact, he was integral in founding Crane’s Mill’s Drama Club, which meets twice per month and is currently working on their next performance. …Read More »

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Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week – Lois Schnell

June 14, 2021

Say hello to our Crane’s Mill Neighbor of the Week! Lois Schnell enjoys everything our West Caldwell retirement community has to offer Lois Schnell is an independent living resident who is graceful, friendly, and talented. Lois is an accomplished painter, interpreting a wide range of subjects in vivid, colorful creations.   Lois enjoys all different Crane’s Mill programs, and has been the featured artist on the organization’s Christmas card on more than one occasion. …Read More »

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