Obituaries

Feb 2, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lilawati Ojha, a devoted mother, grandmother and friend, who left this world on February 2, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on August 9, 1933, in Kitty, Georgetown, Guyana to Soomair & Magnee Maraj, Lilawati lived a life filled with love, resilience, and dedication.

As a seamstress, she was known for her...

Jan 31, 2026

Susan Margaret Consalvo, a beacon of light and inspiration, passed away on January 31, 2026, in Lyndhurst, NJ, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 2, 1964, in Belleville, NJ, 

Susan's life was a testament to the power of positivity and the strength of the human spirit.Susan's journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith and her...

Jan 29, 2026

Marguarite Conn LaBelle-Haltiwanger was born 12/31/1935 in Louisville, KY. She was the daughter of Robert C. LaBelle and Alice Sullivan LaBelle, and wife of the late Robert S. Haltiwanger (3/15/1923 -- 11/17/2008).Ms. LaBelle-Haltiwanger was a full professor of Art History and Egyptology at Hunter College, New York City from 1964 to 1968, and New Jersey City University from 1968 to...

Jan 27, 2026

Jan 25, 2026

Patricia Lorraine (nee Ragusa) Gnall, 79, of Hamburg, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25th, after bravely battling dementia for the past four years.Patricia was born on September 7, 1946, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Josephine and Santo Ragusa. She was one of six children and grew up surrounded by a close-knit Italian family. From a...

Jan 25, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Grace M. Mirocco, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who departed this life peacefully on January 25th, 2026 in her home of 65 years. Born on June 11, 1927, in Jersey City, NJ, Grace lived a life filled with devotion to her family, unwavering faith, and a commitment to her...

Jan 22, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kim Elaine Singer, born on May 5, 1964, in Orange, New Jersey. Kim departed this life on January 22, 2026, in Newark, New Jersey.

A cherished mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, Kim is survived by her beloved mother, Kathleen VanDean; her sons, Steven Singer and his wife Corinne, Russell...

Jan 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David William Thorpe Sr., who left us on January 16, 2026. Born on January 22nd, 1953, in Jersey City, New Jersey to Raymond & Mary (nee Malta) Thorpe, David lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and a profound love for his family.David spent many fulfilling years working for...

Jan 14, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Irene Bramble, aged 95, who departed from this world on January 14, 2026. Born on December 10, 1930, in Jersey City, NJ to Anthony and Lottie (nee Dawidowska) Andryszewski, Irene led a vibrant life filled with love, family, and dedication to her work.

We do not always understand the path...

Jan 12, 2026

Jan 12, 2026

With a heart full of love and a spirit of unwavering commitment to family and community, Rose Mary Robertson, age 92, of Lyndhurst, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026. Born in Jersey City, NJ, to loving parents, John & Christina Scerbo, Rose Mary was a vibrant soul who embraced life and all it had to offer.A proud graduate...

Jan 9, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mary Ann Connolly, a beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend, who left us peacefully on January 9, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on November 21, 1939, in Teaneck, NJ to Joseph & Ann Sheridan, Mary Ann lived a life full of compassion and loyalty.She dedicated 35 years...

Jan 8, 2026

John Joseph Darragh, known affectionately as John to his friends and family, passed away at the age of 61 on January 8, 2026, in Brooklyn, NY, due to pneumonia. Born on October 1, 1964, in Belleville, NJ, John's life was a tapestry of joy, laughter, and boundless creativity. He was predeceased by his father, John Joseph Darragh, his mother, Mary...

Jan 8, 2026

Ernest Leonard Giordano, age 94, of Naples, Florida, and formerly of Lyndhurst, New Jersey passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026. Born on May 4, 1931, in Philadelphia, PA to Ernest & Rose (nee Zerillo) Giordano, he lived a life filled with service, family, friends, and a passion for community.

A proud veteran of the Korean War, Ernest served in the...

Jan 5, 2026

Jan 4, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Salvatore Bellomo, beloved husband, father, and esteemed attorney, who departed this life on January 4, 2026, at the age of 66. Salvatore was born on June 27, 1959, in Castellana Sicula, Sicily, Italy, and later held a cherished residence in Lodi, New Jersey.A proud alumnus of Marquette University and...

Jan 3, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael N. deMontaigne, who left us peacefully on January 3, 2026, at the age of 74. Born on July 14, 1951, in beautiful Guadeloupe to Michael & Bertha deMontaigne. Michael made his way to Fairfield, NJ, where he established a loving home and built a life that touched many.Michael...

Jan 3, 2026

Dr. John Frederick Cerutti, 73, passed away on January 3, 2026. Born on November 27, 1952, John was a lifelong resident of North Jersey. He was raised in Palisades Park and graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University and the University of Oklahoma, later earning a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from New York Chiropractic College.

John practiced as a chiropractor in Leonia, New...

Jan 2, 2026

At the remarkable age of 97, Elisabetta "Bettina" Lombardo, a beloved matriarch and guiding light peacefully passed on, leaving behind a legacy rooted in love, resilience, and family. Born in Gasperina, Italy, she bravely immigrated to the United States at just 20 years old, embracing a new beginning with courage and determination. Through hard work, strength of character, and unwavering faith,...

Dec 29, 2025

Sandra A. Valvano, known affectionately as Sandy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, in New York City after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on September 10, 1941, in Champaign, Illinois, Sandy's vibrant spirit and kind heart touched the lives of all who knew her.

Sandy grew up in a loving home in Illinois before...