CONTE, Charles Michael, age 75, a lifelong resident of Garfield, died on December 18, 2021. Charles was an animal keeper 26 years with the Bergen County Animal Shelter in Teterboro retiring in 2014. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, LuAnn (nee Atinello), two devoted children, Charles Conte and wife Katie and Jessica Conte, four cherished grandchildren, Alexander Conte, Jared Conte, Elijah Mann and Cailyn Buettner, and a sister, Joan Mercadante. Visiting Wednesday 4 to 8 pm. Private Cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers the family is accepting donations for the Bergen County Animal Shelter, Teterboro. The Conte family is in the care of the Aloia Funeral Home, 180 Harrison Ave., Garfield (973-340-7077). Condolences/Directions visit aloiafuneral.com