Obituary of Danielle A. Black

Danielle A Black, age 32, of Pompton Lakes passed away unexpectedly at St. Josephs Hospital, Tuesday January 2, 2018. She was born April 23, 1985 in Hackensack Hospital to Kim (Lane) and the late Paul A. Black. Danielle was a graduate of Pompton Lakes High School class of 2003 and she held a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from William Paterson University. Danielle was a loving daughter and best friend of her mother. She was a dependable and protective sister of her brother. She was an intensely loyal friend. Danielle had a larger than life personality that touched the lives of everyone she knew. She was outspoken and never afraid to share her thoughts with the people around her. Danielle loved to laugh and always lit up the room whenever she went. Her love was graceful and compassionate and will be sorely missed. Danielle was a devout parishioner of St. Mary's Church in Pompton Lakes. She was a passionate fan of the Dallas Cowboys and a dedicated pet owner of her dog Zeus. Danielle is survived by her beloved mother Kim (Lane) Black; her dear brother Paul Patrick Black; her caring stepfather Paul Collins; her devoted grandparents Harry and Marilynn Lane; her loving uncle Dan and aunt Laurie Lane, and aunt Karen and uncle Ken Black. Danielle is predeceased by, yet reunited with, her father Paul A. Black and her grandparents John and Mary Black. Danielle was blessed to be part of a large extended family, as we were blessed to have her be a part of ours. Her many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends will all deeply miss her and will we be grateful for the times we all shared as we will all keep her in our hearts forever. The family will receive friends on Sunday January 7, 2017 from 12 noon to 3:00 p.m. with a memorial service at 2:15 p.m. celebrated by Sr. Arlene Kollar. Danielle's care and concern for others was shown through her final wish to be an organ donor. Please help support her gift of life by making a donation in her memory to the NJ Sharing Network Foundation, 691 Central Ave, New Providence, NJ 07974