Valera A. Hascup

Valera Alice Hascup, 84, of Saddle Brook, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Born in Paterson, New Jersey, Valera was a lifelong resident of Bergen County and called Saddle Brook home for the past 61 years.

Valera dedicated her life to the nursing profession as a highly respected nurse, educator, and researcher. She earned her Master's Degree in Nursing from Kean University and later received her Ph.D. from Duquesne University. Throughout a distinguished career spanning more than four decades, she made significant contributions to nursing education and healthcare. Valera served as an Associate Professor at Saint Peter's University School of Nursing, where she taught and mentored students in undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Prior to her academic career, she worked as a Registered Nurse at the Valley Hospital in Ridgewood for 26 years.

Beyond her professional achievements, Valera was devoted to her family and treasured the time spent with those she loved. Valera had a lifelong passion for riding horses and found great joy and peace with her beloved horses Indy and Celtic.

Valera was predeceased by her beloved husband, William Hascup, and her cherished grandson, William Carioti.

She is survived by her loving daughters, Jacqueline Christides and Jerri Hascup; her son-in-law Joseph Ruggiero, brother Al Reed, great grandson David and beloved friend Kristie Bednarz.

Family and friends are invited to visit Kugler Funeral Home, 311 Fifth Street, Saddle Brook, NJ on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home following the visitation. Cremation will be private. Interment will take place at Cedar Lawn Cemetery in Paterson, New Jersey.