The Palisades Park community is grieving the loss of Mr. Jose Chicas, who peacefully passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, after a long and difficult medical battle.
Surrounded by his devoted wife, Rosa, and their beloved children son Jose and daughters Patricia and Karina he left this world in the embrace of his family, who remained by his side throughout his illness, providing him with love, comfort, and unwavering strength.
Mr. Chicas will forever be remembered as a man of dedication, perseverance, and warmth.
For more than 40 years, he worked as a skilled chef at the Golden Eagle Diner and Boulevard Diner, establishments where his presence became as much a part of the community as the diners themselves.
Many patrons came to know him not just for the meals he prepared but also for the kindness and care he poured into his work.
Food was his way of connecting with others, and through his craft, he left behind countless memories of shared meals and heartfelt conversations.
Beyond his profession, Jose was a family man in the truest sense. His wife and children were his greatest pride and joy, and he dedicated his life to ensuring their well-being and happiness.
Friends often recall the stories he told about his family, speaking of them with deep affection and admiration.
His love for Rosa was evident to all who knew them, and the bond he shared with his children was rooted in guidance, encouragement, and unconditional support.
Jose’s life was also marked by his generosity and warmth toward his neighbors and community.
Palisades Park residents often recall his welcoming smile and his willingness to lend a helping hand whenever someone was in need.
Whether it was offering a kind word, sharing his culinary skills, or simply being a listening ear, Jose had a way of making people feel cared for and valued.
As the community reflects on his passing, many are reminded of the countless ways Jose touched their lives both inside and outside of the diners where he spent so much of his life.
His work ethic, kindness, and humility earned him not only respect but also lasting friendships.
He was a man who lived with quiet dignity, carrying himself with grace and strength even through the most difficult times of his illness.
In this period of sorrow, the Chicas family is surrounded by the love and support of friends, neighbors, and colleagues who are stepping forward to help them navigate this painful journey.
The outpouring of condolences and gestures of kindness is a reflection of the impact Jose had on those around him.
Though his passing leaves a profound void, Mr. Jose Chicas’s memory will live on through his family, his community, and the many lives he touched through his work and his presence.
His legacy is one of hard work, love, and generosity an enduring reminder of a life well-lived.
May he rest in eternal peace, his memory forever cherished by all who knew and loved him.
