Obituaries

John Richards

Dec 7, 2024

Jeb, (John Richards), 72, born and raised in Lyndhurst, passed away at home surrounded by family on December 7, 2024. Jeb was a loving husband, father, pop-pop, brother, uncle, son in law, and friend.

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Richards, his mother, Annette Richards, son, John Richards, daughter, Lindsay Richards, grandson, Liam Moya, siblings, Stephen Richards,...

Joann Sweeney

Dec 6, 2024

Joann Sweeney (nee Slaby), loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother, and cherished sister, passed away peacefully on December 6th, 2024, at the age of 72 in Hackensack, NJ. Born on November 25th, 1952, in Shamokin, PA, Joann's zest for life and her unwavering spirit left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing her. 

Joann's journey through life...

Oliver Sacoto

Dec 3, 2024

Sabina Morsella

Nov 29, 2024

Sabina (Di Salvo) Morsella, born in Casale, Provence of Campobasso (Molise) Italy, immigrated to the United States with her family in 1955. They settled first in Jersey City, NJ then in Dayton, Ohio where Sabina worked part-time at a local hospital cafeteria while attending night school to learn to read and write English. In 1961 she returned to Italy and...

Kathleen Parnofiello

Nov 28, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kathleen Parnofiello, age 76, of Boca Raton, Florida, on November 28, 2024. Born on March 30, 1948, in Newark, New Jersey, Kathleen dedicated her life to serving others as a social worker for the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Services. Her compassionate spirit and unwavering commitment...

Rina Palazzo

Nov 26, 2024

Rina Tina Palazzo, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 26, 2024, in Slatington, PA. Born on September 25, 1935, in West New York, NJ. She dedicated her life to her family, work, and community. Rina moved to Slatington, PA in 1990. She was a proud member of the Lehigh County Pennsylvania School Retirees. She...

Jeanette Kirkos

Nov 24, 2024

Jeanette Kirkos,90, of Lyndhurst, NJ peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Born on November 14, 1934 to George & Julia Margetis, Jeanette lived a life filled with love, grace, and kindness.

Beloved wife of the late George Kirkos. Loving mother of James & his wife Joanne and Nicholas & his wife Sandi. Cherished grandmother of Christopher & his wife...

Harold W. Sommers

Nov 21, 2024

Harold W. Sommers, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away on November 21, 2024, in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, at the age of 81. He was born on June 24, 1943, in Jersey City. He moved to North Arlington at age 17,  before settling in Lyndhurst since 1968. Harold dedicated many years of his life to his work and his family.

Harold,...

William McDonald

Nov 19, 2024

William (Billy) F. McDonald, 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 19th at Palisades Medical Center in North Bergen. Born and raised in Jersey City, he moved to North Arlington in 1990 before moving back to Jersey City to help care for his parents.

William worked for 30 years for the New Jersey Department of Corrections, where...

John DeAcetis

Nov 18, 2024

Kathleen Mc Neill

Nov 17, 2024

Kathleen A Mc Neill, a beloved member of the Rutherford community, passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 63. She was born in Queens, NY, on August 8, 1961 to William and Elaine Mc Neill.

After obtaining her Associate's Degree, Kathleen dedicated over two decades of her life to Verizon, where she excelled in her...

Frances Spatuzzo

Nov 17, 2024

Frances Spatuzzo, 72, of Bloomfield, NJ formerly of Fairfield passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024.  Fran was born in New York, NY to Rosario & Concetta Palazzolo.  Beloved mother of Melissa & her husband Antonio Piombo, Jr. Cherished grandmother of Michael Vincent, Giavanna, and Giuliana Piombo. Loving sister of John Frank & his wife Cathy Palazzolo & the late...

Jennie Risoli

Nov 16, 2024

Jennie Risoli, 96, of Bloomfield, NJ passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

Jennie was born on April 30, 1928 in Newark, NJ to Lino and Angelina DiGabriele.

Beloved wife of the late Gerard Risoli. Loving mother of Linda & her husband Gerald Grancagnolo and Deborah & her husband Richard Bravata. Cherished grandmother of

Janine & her husband...

Nickolaus Bikoff

Nov 12, 2024

Nickolaus Bikoff, a dedicated Police Officer who served the Township of Montclair with honor and integrity passed away on the 12th of November 2024, at his residence in Fairfield, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on the 23rd of August 1942 in Maribor, Yugoslavia, Mr. Bikoff led a life marked by commitment and service. Educated with an Associate's Degree,...

John Manzo

Nov 11, 2024

Mr. John Manzo, a beloved resident of Lyndhurst, NJ, peacefully passed away on November 11, 2024, at the age of 88. He was born on February 11, 1936, in Duronia, Campobasso Abruzzo, Italy, to Giuseppe & Nicoletta Manzo.

Throughout his life, John was a pillar of strength and wisdom within his family. Leaving behind a profound impact, he...

Erik J. Midgley

Nov 10, 2024

Erik J. Midgley passed away suddenly on November 10th. He was born on September 20, 1976 to Eric and Lillian Midgley of Palisades Park. His love for helping the community started as a youth, spending many hours as a volunteer at the Palisades Park Ambulance Corp, and he was a life-long member of the Fairview Ambulance Corp. He was a...

Reynaldo Trinidad

Nov 7, 2024

Deacon Reynaldo Trinidad, a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, will be honored and remembered as his community gathers to pay tribute to his life and legacy. Born on May 18, 1942, in Marikina, Philippines, Reynaldo passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024.

He devoted himself to his faith, serving as a deacon at St. Mary's Church in Nutley before coming...

Sandra De Sotto

Nov 5, 2024

We gather here today to honor the memory of Sandra DeSotto—a loving mother, a devoted friend, and a soul whose heart was as vast as the world she lived in. Sandra's life, though marked by hardship, was also defined by love, sacrifice, and a strength that could only come from a truly compassionate spirit.

Sandra was the kind of person who...

Andrew Snodgrass

Nov 3, 2024

Andrew A. Snodgrass, 70, of Wilmington, Delaware, passed away on November 3, 2024. Born on September 22, 1954, in Teaneck, New Jersey, Andrew was the proud owner of Delaware Fleet Service, a business he built from the ground up. A man of many talents, Andrew could fix anything and was always ready to lend a helping hand.

Andrew's...

Grady Finn

Oct 27, 2024

Grady Lee Finn, a beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on October 27, 2024, after a brief illness. Born on June 15, 1936, in Barbour County, Alabama to the late Howard and Ollie Finn. 

He leaves to cherish his memories two daughters Barbara (Donald) Moses of Statham, GA and Patricia Finn of Athens, GA. Two sisters Mary (Johnny) Helms...