CLAFFEY Michael S., 46, of North Arlington, NJ formerly of Lyndhurst on Wednesday, February 18, 2009. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Garda) Claffey. Adored father of Noel and Shawna Claffey. Cherished son of James and Nicki Claffey. Dear brother of James and his wife Kathryn, Patrick, Andrew and his wife Lena, James, Jr., Richard and his wife Rhonda, and Lisa Ann Claffey. Loving cousin of Lori Maione. Devoted son-in-law of Ann Garda. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Michael was a Stage Hand at Madison Square Garden for 29 years and was a member of Local # One IATSE. Funeral Saturday at 10 AM from the Ippolito-Stellato Funeral Home, 425 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst, NJ. Funeral Mass 11 AM Queen of Peace R.C. Church, North Arlington. Entombment Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, North Arlington. Friends will be received Thursday 7-9 PM and Friday 4-9 PM.