Philip Pampinella recently lost his wife, Arlene, of 52 years. Both were pet lovers. Their former dog, Bart, was a rescue, and he went everywhere with Phil. The two were inseparable. Upon Arlene’s passing, Phil decided to have a May 3 cookout in Arlene’s honor, asking family and friends to bring only a can of dog food for the Clifton Fire Department Pet Drive. The response was overwhelming, he said, adding that guests were incredibly generous, bringing everything from food, toys and treats, to even a pet ramp, cage and carrier...a tribute to his late wife. The items filled Phil’s van. All the items were received on May 6 at Fire Station 5 on Brighton Rd, with Chief Vincent Colavitti, Jr., Deputy Chief Michael Sauer, Deputy Chief Norman Tahan, CFD Office Manager Ann-Marie Foster Animal Hospital and the Clifton Animal Shelter have teamed up to have an Open House Cat Adoption Day. The event is at Foster Animal Hospital, 1347 Broad St. on June 14, from 1 to 4 pm. The cats and kittens will all be on location for adoption. Visitors will also be offered free refreshments, facility tours, raffles, giveaways and a 50/50 with proceeds to benefit the Clifton Animal Shelter. Angels of Animals will participate in an Uno Partner Program fundraiser at the Uno Chicago Grill, River Front Center, Route 3 West, Clifton, on June 10. Friends, family and the general public must present a coupon for either dine in
Deputy Fire Chief Norm Tahan, Phil Pampinella, Chief Vincent Colavitti Jr.
Lancaster, and Firefighters Todd Healy and Frank Neuberger standing by ready to unload his vehicle. “Phil his friends and family definitely have a heart of gold,” said Ann-Marie Lancaster, who coordinated the month long fundraiser at the Clifton Fire Houses.
“This was an incredibly generous donation to a very special cause. With a tear in his eye, Phil drove off waving, and we couldn’t be prouder of such a good-hearted soul and wonderful resident of Clifton.” To make a pet food contribution, call 973-470-5802.
or take out to their server and pay the full price. After payment, 15% to 20% of the total pretax check will be donated to Angels of Animals. Coupons can be obtained
from amy@angelsofanimals.org or directly from the restaurant. For more details on Angels of Animals, and adoptions, call 973-932-0039 or go to www.angelsofanimals.org. Serving NJ / NY Area
470 Colfax Ave., Clifton, NJ 07013
(973)249-7200 Open 7 Days a Week
Faithfulcompanion.com
“Dignified, Individual Pet Cremation Services” Totally private, individual pet cremations Cremations completed within 24 hours Same day witnessing available Clifton Merchant • June 2014
93