WARD, Teresa (née Alaimo), age 66, of Garfield, died on January 24, 2023. Born in Passaic, Teresa lived in Garfield and Passaic throughout her life. She was the food service manager for Maschio’s Food Service within the Garfield Public Schools before retiring, and she was a parishioner of Mt. Virgin Church, Garfield. Teresa loved to volunteer at the snack stands for her children’s athletic events and took a “motherly” role to anyone who needed guidance. Teresa loved her children and grandchildren immensely, she enjoyed being with her family and making sure everyone was well fed. Teresa’s entire family felt her love. She is predeceased by her parents Salvatore Alaimo and Teresa Alaimo (née Salerno), brothers, Charles “Charlie” and William “Billy” Alaimo. Teresa is survived by three loving children, Nicole Ward, Melissa Ward, and Christian Ward with wife Stacy, two adored grandchildren, Antonino “Anthony” and Kayleigh, two dear brothers, Benjamin “Benny” Alaimo and Salvatore Alaimo Jr., 10 nieces and nephews and 23 great nieces and nephews. Visiting Friday 4PM to 6PM with a 5:30PM chapel service. Private cremation to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations for St. Jude’s Children Hospital. The Ward family is in the care of the Aloia Funeral Home 180 Harrison Ave., Garfield (973)340-7077. Condolences/Directions visit aloiafuneral.com