Brian A. Grifo

Brian A. Grifo, 73, of North Arlington, passed away on March 8, 2026. Born in Passaic, he was raised in Clifton, where he lived for most of his life before moving to North Arlington in 2023. Brian enjoyed a long career as a Data Center Manager for Citibank in New York City, serving in that role for nearly 30 years until his retirement in 2009. He was deeply involved in the CYO Basketball programs at St. Andrew’s School and St. Clare’s School in Clifton, where he coached and helped run the leagues for many years.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 48 years, Karen (Gelcius) Grifo. Brian was the beloved father of Stephanie Hart and her husband Michael, Jason Grifo, and Lisa Markovitz and her husband Robert. He was the cherished grandfather of Abby. He is also remembered by his dear sister, Paula Hopkins and her husband Robert, as well as his brothers-in-law, Dave Gelcius, and Paul Gelcius and his wife Margaret. The family wishes to honor in a special way his close friends Keith Twitty and Hank Nazimek. Brian will be greatly missed by his beloved dog, Bailey.