Obituaries

August 23, 2023

Thomas Torre, 80, of Secaucus, New Jersey, passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Griffo) Torre. Loving father of Thomas Torre, Jr. DMD. Dear brother of Genevieve "Jenny" Biancomano, Vincent Torre, and the late Yolanda Decicco, Amando Torre, Rose Marro, Roger Torre, Joseph Torre, Tony Torre, Frank Torre and William Torre and brother-in-law of Ginny...

August 22, 2023

Concezio Traficante, 89, of Hoboken, New Jersey, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Beloved husband of Dolly (nee Dominguez) Traficante. Loving father of Adriana & her husband Paul Passamano, Claudia Traficante and stepson Anthony Hernandez. Dear brother of Gino, Franco, Rosetta and the late Mario. Cherished grandfather of Steven, Diana and Brian. Adored great-grandfather of Aubrie and Austin. Mr....

August 21, 2023

August 20, 2023

Concetta N. DeLisi (nee Capaccio) 100, died peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on Sunday August 20, 2023. Connie, as she was known, was born and raised in Lyndhurst NJ. She was the daughter of Mattio and Marie (Fusco) Capaccio. She was a member and past president of the Lyndhurst Amvets Women’s Auxiliary Post #20. Connie was employed...

August 16, 2023

Gertrude "Trudie" Molnar, born in Kearny, a lifelong resident of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2023. Born on February 11, 1922, Trudie lived an extraordinary life marked by tireless dedication to her community, boundless love for her family, and a remarkable embodiment of her faith. A beacon of love and selflessness, Trudie's impact on those surrounding...

August 15, 2023

Joseph A. Parisi, 83, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023 in the company of loving relatives and friends. Joe was born and raised in Jersey City. During and following his studies at Ferris High School, Joe devotedly worked to help care for his beloved mother, Theresa (née Mangano), until her passing in 1969. Soon thereafter, Joe moved to the...

August 12, 2023

Rosemary Barrett, 69, of Little Ferry, New Jersey passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023. Beloved daughter of the late John & Tessie Barrett. Loving sister of Patricia Parillo, Tressa Glynn, and the late Kathleen Criscuolo. Adored aunt of Bobby Parillo & his wife Mary Jean, Stephanie Leigh & her husband David, Chris Parillo & his wife Elissa, Janine &...

August 11, 2023

Gerard Anthony Lupo, fondly known as Jerry, passed away on August 11, 2023, at the age of 85 in Wayne, NJ. He was born on January 17, 1938, in Newark, NJ to Gerard and Josephine (née Caruso) Lupo.

Jerry was a passionate sports enthusiast with a deep love for golf, football, and baseball. As a skilled golfer, he excelled in the...

August 11, 2023

Liman, Maria Mercedes (nee Vallejo), 86, of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Pablo Liman. Loving mother of Lissette Liman and Jeannette Liman. Cherished grandmother of Alexis Liman, Omar Feliciano, Christian Feliciano and Elias Feliciano. Dear sister of Rosa Vallejo and the late Carmen Vallejo, Idel Vallejo, and William Vallejo. Funeral...

August 11, 2023

Peter Nicholas "Pete" Rudy, a generous, loving, and passionate man, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2023, in Livingston, New Jersey. Born on August 16, 1948, in Newark, New Jersey, Pete lived a fulfilling and rich life, leaving a legacy of love and wisdom in his wake.

Pete was a devoted husband to Marie Russomanno Rudy and a loving brother to...

August 10, 2023

Antoinette "Dolly" (nee DeBenedetto) Ferry, 87, of Nutley, New Jersey passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, August 10, 2023. Beloved daughter of the late Generoso & Luisa (nee Sellitto) DeBenedetto. Loving mother of Donna & her husband Owen Loffredo and Lisa & her husband Frank Gagliardo. Cherished grandmother of Sabrina Theresa, Generoso "Geno", and Frankie. Loving sister...

August 5, 2023

Patricia Gambino, 87, of Florham Park, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023. She was born in 1936 to Rosario and Florence Gallo in Volturara Irpina, Italy, and immigrated with her family to the United States in 1950. Her family settled in Newark, N.J. where she met her husband, the late Salvatore Gambino. Together they ran a successful bakery on...

August 2, 2023

Virginia F. Southard (nee Killinger), age 92, former resident of Fort Lee and Bergenfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Frank L. Southard. Devoted and loving mother of Patricia Luse (Steven), James Southard (Laurie), Linda Cerny and the late Catherine Opatovsky Barker (Jim). Dear sister of the late William Killinger and Mary...

July 31, 2023

Ricarda (Callita) Rosa Santiago, 88, of North Arlington, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023. Beloved wife of Ricardo S. Velazquez. Loving mother of Hilda Santiago and Rosa Rogan. Dear sister of Regalado Rosa, Rosaura Ruiz, Millita Rosa, Iris Rosa and Victor Rosa. Cherished grandmother of Frederick Caruso, Gianna Caruso, Rosa Lunelli and Bridget Carselda. Adored great-grandmother of...

July 30, 2023

Swiatek, Robert “Bob” Charles, 84, of Fairfield, New Jersey, formerly of Clifton, New Jersey, passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 30, 2023. Beloved husband of Jacqueline (née Pranio) Swiatek of 60 years. Son of the late Sophie (née Sudol) and the late Casmir Swiatek. Loving father of Robert & his wife Janice Swiatek, Kevin & his wife Katie...

July 28, 2023

It is with a heavy heart and a twinkle in our eyes that we announce the passing of the one and only Dolores Marinello. Born on January 18, 1932, in the hustle and bustle of New York City, Dolores brought joy, laughter and a fair deal of mischief to the world for 91 vivacious years, before peacefully bidding us adieu...

July 27, 2023

Vaughan, Anne M., of Palisades Park, peacefully left us on July 27, 2023 surrounded by her loving family after a long, extremely brave but always strong and good humored healthcare battle. Anne was born and raised in Greenwich Village, New York City by her beloved parents, Catherine & James. Predeceased by the love of her life, Dave, after 65 wonderful...

July 21, 2023

Richard Michael Ross, fondly known as Richie, passed away on July 21, 2023, in Hackensack, New Jersey. Born on March 10, 1953, in Jersey City, Richie lived a life full of passion, selflessness, and love that touched the lives of many.

Richie was the devoted husband of 40 years to Robin Ross (nee: Mitchell). Loving brother to Frederick (Roxanne), Henry (Kathy),...

July 19, 2023

July 15, 2023

John Sabbak, 91, of Fairfield, New Jersey passed peacefully in his sleep, Saturday, July 15, 2023. Beloved husband for 63 years of Patricia(nee Pranio) Sabbak. Loving father of Karen & her husband Stephen Sikra, John & his wife Marisa Sabbak, and Gregg & his wife Gail Sabbak. Cherished grandfather of Christopher & his wife Kylee Sikra, Catherine & her husband...