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February 8, 2026
Services
Friends may visit with the family from 4-8 PM on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne.
A 10 AM Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at St Marys Church, 17 Pompton Avenue, Pompton Lakes.
Interment will be in Our Lady of Magnificat Cemetery, 2 Miller Road, Kinnelon.
Amarachi Okere, 15, of Kinnelon, passed away at home on Sunday, February 8, 2026, after a long and courageous fight against cancer. She was a member of the Sophomore Class at Kinnelon High School. Amarachi was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, and an amazing friend to all who knew her.
She is survived by her loving mother, Nkechinyere; father, Kenneth; brother, Nnaemeka; and grandparents, Noel Amadi, Nkiru Amadi, and Angelina Okere; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Amarachi was truly a bright and beautiful light in the lives of everyone she touched, bringing joy wherever she went. Much of Machi’s time was spent caring for her beloved animals, reading, horseback riding, and practicing her faith. Her strength, kindness, and love left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her. Though her time here was far too short, her light and spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who loved her.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations to honor Amarachi's life can be directed to the Amarachi Foundation (click on the text to be directed to the website) and will help perpetuate her memory and devotion of compassion and care for others.
If you would like to send a private condolence directly to the family use this condolence section.
Friends may visit with the family from 4-8 PM on Friday, February 13, 2026 at the Vander May Wayne Colonial Funeral Home, 567 Ratzer Road, Wayne.
A 10 AM Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at St Marys Church, 17 Pompton Avenue, Pompton Lakes.
Interment will be in Our Lady of Magnificat Cemetery, 2 Miller Road, Kinnelon.
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