Maria Anna Staszko, of Toms River, formerly of Clifton, passed away on May 20, 2026. Born in Passaic, she lived most of her life in Clifton before moving to Toms River 10 years ago. A former parishioner of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, Passaic, Maria Anna enjoyed dancing, watching movies, cooking and cleaning, and loved listening to music.

Maria was predeceased by her beloved parents William and Clara Staszko .

Loving sister of Steve and John. Devoted companion of David. Devoted She will be sadly missed by her canine companion Little Ben.

Funeral Arrangements were private under the direction of Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton.