Obituaries

Raymond Gillies

Raymond Gillies

Sep 12, 2025

Raymond William Gillies Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 on September 12, 2025. Born on July 23, 1941, in Hackensack, NJ to Raymond and Emma Gillies. After his mom passed at a young age, Ray was raised by his step-mother, Mary. He led a life dedicated to his family and...

Maria Afonso

Maria Afonso

Sep 11, 2025

Maria Afonso, a beloved mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on June 14, 1964, in Portugal, Maria embraced life with strength, resilience, and an unwavering spirit. She was a proud single mother who devoted herself to raising her daughter, Monica Matesic, while successfully running her own business.Maria's life...

Mary Keegan

Mary Keegan

Sep 9, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mary C. Keegan, who left this world on September 9, 2025, one day after her 91st birthday. Mary was born on September 8, 1934, in Brooklyn, NY to Arthur and Augusta Burns. She was a cherished resident of Fairfield, NJ, since 1961. She was a devoted homemaker and a...

Janet Koulikourdis

Janet Koulikourdis

Sep 8, 2025

Janet Ann Koulikourdis entered into rest on Monday, September 8, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Wayne New Jersey, peacefully. She was born on May 27, 1947 in Bronx, New York City to Jean and Robert Sills and is predeceased by her husband Vassilios Koulikourdis. She is survived by her children Panagioti & Eleni Koulikourdis, Ellen and Jules Wong, Anna and...

Giovanni Staccuneddu

Giovanni Staccuneddu

Sep 7, 2025

Giovanni Staccuneddu,"John the plumber" a man whose laughter was as infectious as his passion for plumbing, passed away surrounded by the love of his family in Fort Lee, NJ, on September 7, 2025. Born on December 21, 1968, in the bustling streets of New York, Giovanni quickly became known as the master plumber, the master of disasters, and the man...

Fred Joseph Massaro

Fred Joseph Massaro

Sep 7, 2025

Fred Joseph Massaro, known affectionately as Fred to his family and friends, passed away on September 7, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on December 12, 1959, in Passaic, NJ, Fred was a man who lived his life with unwavering integrity, a compassionate heart, and a jovial spirit that touched everyone he met. His final days were spent surrounded...

Ronald Dries

Ronald Dries

Sep 4, 2025

Ronald "Ronnie" Dries, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on October 1, 1967, in Belleville, New Jersey to Harold "Chick" & Linda Dries, he lived a life filled with passion, strength, and a deep love for his family.Ronnie was a dedicated truck driver whose profession allowed...

Jerry "Ciro" W. Lombardi

Jerry "Ciro" W. Lombardi

Aug 31, 2025

It is with deep sadness and profound respect that we announce the passing of Jerry "Ciro" W. Lombardi, aged 94, who departed this life on August 31, 2025, in his beloved Lyndhurst, New Jersey, where he was born on December 23, 1930. Jerry was a lifelong resident of Lyndhurst and was known for his unwavering commitment to his family, community,...

Maddalena Marinelli

Maddalena Marinelli

Aug 31, 2025

Maddalena Marinelli, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 31, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on October 1, 1936, in the enchanting city of Naples, Italy. Maddalena lived in Madison and East Hanover, New Jersey, where she embraced life and family with a warm heart and an open spirit.Maddalena's family was her world,...

Madeline R. van den Oever

Madeline R. van den Oever

Aug 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Madeline R. van den Oever, a beloved wife, sister, and daughter, who departed this life on August 30, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on October 11, 1951, in Newark, NJ, Madeline dedicated her life to her family and home, finding joy in the simple pleasures of life,...

Milena Wyrwa

Milena Wyrwa

Aug 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Milena Wyrwa, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, who left this world on August 27, 2025, at the age of 82. Milena was born on March 15, 1943, in Passaic, NJ to Andrew and Rose (nee Kacimarcik) Lorencovitz, and spent majority of her life in North Arlington, NJ.Milena was...

Ella Mae Dale

Ella Mae Dale

Aug 27, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ella Mae Dale, born on January 8, 1946 to Earle & Margaret Cox. Ella was a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, known for her vibrant spirit and creative endeavors that touched the lives of many.

Ella developed a unique talent while working as an administrator at Tiffany Lamps and Western...

Mae Conley Lester

Mae Conley Lester

Aug 26, 2025

Born in Jersey City, NJ to Raymond and Emma (nee Eilers) Conley, Mae was adventurous and ambitious. Blessed with beauty and determination, Mae graduated from William L. Dickinson High School (June 1950) and became a popular print and television model. Mae was a 1955 Breck Shampoo girl, captured in portraiture by the famous illustrator Charles Sheldon.

Mae was smart and industrious, too....

Rosanne Blanco

Rosanne Blanco

Aug 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rosanne Blanco, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on August 26, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on June 20, 1956, in Hereford, England to Joseph and Laura Wlódarczak, Rosanne eventually settled in New Jersey and later Florida, where she shared her warmth and...

Sonia Taupier

Sonia Taupier

Aug 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved Sonia Taupier, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us on August 24, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on July 27, 1931, in Santiago, Cuba, Sonia carried with her a deep love of family and a boundless warmth that touched everyone she met. 

In...

Elizabeth Matrongolo

Elizabeth Matrongolo

Aug 21, 2025

Elizabeth Matrongolo, a beloved matriarch and devoted friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Fort Lee, NJ, on August 21, 2025, at the age of 94. Born on December 16, 1930, in Englewood, NJ, Elizabeth lived a full life marked by her unwavering dedication to family.

Loving mother of Deborah & her husband Robert DeVito, Diana & her husband Johnny...

Jose Humberto Chicas

Jose Humberto Chicas

Aug 19, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jose Humberto Chicas on August 19, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on February 8, 1953, in El Salvador to Julio Cortez and Celedonia Chicas, Jose was a loving husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and a true friend to many.

He spent over 40 years as a skilled chef at the Golden...

Jeanette "Jean" Mendola

Jeanette "Jean" Mendola

Aug 19, 2025

Jeanette "Jean" Mendola, 92, lived a life defined by love, resilience, and purpose. Born in Newark, New Jersey, she was the second youngest of five children in a large Italian-American family. From an early age, Jean exuded confidence, warmth, and a natural charisma. At Central High School, she was a cheerleader and voted by her classmates as "Best Dancer"-a glimpse...

Francesco DeGennaro

Francesco DeGennaro

Aug 17, 2025

With heavy hearts and joyous memories, we celebrate the life of Francesco DeGennaro, a beloved husband, father, and devoted Nonno, who passed away on August 17, 2025, at the age of 77. Born to Mauro & Anna on October 26, 1947, in Molfetta, Italy, Frank brought his vibrant spirit and love for life to the United States in 1979, dedicating...

Martino Rizzo

Martino Rizzo

Aug 16, 2025

Martino Rizzo, 86, of Fairfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025. He was exactly where he wanted to be, beside his devoted wife, Maria.

Born on November 2, 1938, in Calabria, Italy, Martino brought with him a rich heritage, a love of tradition, and a deep devotion to family when he came to the United States. He was...