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Jean Miller

Jean Miller

Sep 13, 2024

 Jean Miller, 86, of Cranford, NJ, recently passed away after a health battle. She will be greatly missed by her family and all her good friends in the community. Some of her favorite things included thin-crust pizza, the Sunday NY Times crossword puzzle, Hugh Jackman, and knitting scarves, hats and blankets for others. She married Seymour Miller and they lived...

Gilda Rogala

Gilda Rogala

Sep 6, 2024

Gilda Rogala (nee Leo), 90 of Mountainside, passed away peacefully on Friday September 6, 2024 at home in the presence of her loving sons and sister. Born in Union City, NJ to the late Michael and Concetta (Conte) Leo, she and her family lived in Clark, NJ, before moving to Mountainside more than 40 years ago. She was retired from...

Arthur Daquino

Arthur Daquino

Sep 2, 2024

Arthur Daquino

March 23, 1951 - September 2, 2024

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Arthur Daquino on September 2, 2024, at the age of 73. Arthur was born on March 23, 1951, in Newark, New Jersey. He spent his formative years in Springfield before settling in Cranford with his beloved wife.

Arthur is survived by his devoted wife of 48...

Stephanie Ryder

Stephanie Ryder

Aug 30, 2024

Stephanie Ryder of Westfield, NJ, age 80, passed away on August 30, 2024, following an illness. Born on October 6, 1943, in Kingston, NY, she lived in Kingston, in New Haven, CT and in Springfield, NJ before her family settled in Cranford, NJ in the early 1950’s. The first of three children, her early recreational pursuits were ice-skating, canoeing, bowling...

Robert D. Grausam

Robert D. Grausam

Aug 29, 2024

Robert Daniel Grausam 

Our beloved Bob left us all too soon on August 29, 2024, at the age of 71. Bob was born in Newark, NJ on April 28, 1953. Bob grew up in Westfield, NJ and graduated from Holy Trinity High School. He went on to attend and graduate from NJIT with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. For the majority...

Lillian Thordis Thorsen

Lillian Thordis Thorsen

Aug 27, 2024

Lillian Thordis Thorsen of Iselin, passed away on August 27, 2024. We joyfully celebrate the blessings of her 101 years of life. Lillian was born on October 10, 1922 in Scotch Plains, NJ, the fourth of five children, to Ole and Thora Larsen. After graduating Scotch Plains High School, she worked in an office building in New York City. She...

Lucille Gerardiello

Lucille Gerardiello

Aug 24, 2024

Lucille Geradiello, 96, affectionately known as “Nanna Loo,” passed away peacefully on August 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of strength, love, and resilience. Born on December 15, 1927, to a poor Italian Immigrant family in Jersey City, NJ, Lucille’s life was a testament to her indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to her family.

Lucille was a woman of great attitude...

Carolyn Mitilenes

Carolyn Mitilenes

Aug 4, 2024

Carolyn Mitilenes, age 100, most recently of Warren, NJ, passed away on Sunday August 4, 2024, at Morristown Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. Born and raised in Newark, NJ, she was the beloved daughter of the late Theodore and Catherine (Katica) Jovanis. She was the voted the “Prettiest Greek Girl” in 1942 by a local Greek organization. Carolyn and...

Andrew W. Cook

Andrew W. Cook

Jul 30, 2024

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew (Andy) W. Cook, age 60, on July 30, 2024.

Andy was so many things to so many different people, touching the lives of countless individuals during his life. A brother, a son, a boss, a coach, a friend, but most importantly, a father. Andy was incredibly accomplished professionally, holding...

James R. West

James R. West

Jul 26, 2024

 

It is with heavy heart and great sadness to announce the untimely passing of James (Jim) Rutan West (67).

Born in Bordentown NJ on May 29,1957 to Joan Nicholson and Donald West. Survived by his son Brandon Underhill West, his mother Joan Peiffer-Stanley (NJ), his brother David West (California), and sisters Donna Peiffer - Both (PA) and Cindy West-Schaefer (NJ), and...

Stanley G Modoski

Stanley G Modoski

Jul 23, 2024

Stanley G. Modoski, 88, a longtime resident of Westfield, passed away on Tuesday July 23, 2024, at Overlook Hospital, Summit, after a brief illness. Born in Jersey City, Stanley lived with his family in Westfield for 54 years. He was retired from the Westfield Public School District, where he was the head custodian at the Franklin School for many years.

A...

Michelina Del Rosso

Michelina Del Rosso

Jul 18, 2024

Michelina Del Rosso, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, at the age of 95. Born on September 29, 1928, in Nusco, Avellino,Italy, Michelina brought a touch of Italian warmth and elegance to everything she did throughout her long and vibrant life.

Michelina was married to the late Robert Del Rosso. Together, they built a...

Constance B. Brown

Constance B. Brown

Jul 11, 2024

Constance Brown “Connie”

September 7, 1940 - July 11, 2024 

Constance Brown, (only daughter of Suzie and Edward Atkins) 83 years old and resident of Cranford NJ, peacefully passed in the presence of her loving son Kevin on Thursday July 11th. Connie was happily married to her late husband Roger Brown who passed away after 25 years of marriage. Connie and Roger...

James V. Desiderio

James V. Desiderio

Jul 9, 2024

OBITUARY OF JAMES V. DESIDERIO

 

James V. Desiderio, age 74, a beloved father, father in law, grandfather, brother and friend passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024 after a long battle. 

Jim was born in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania and was married for 47 years to the love of his life, Naomi C. (Nee Wirdzek) Desiderio, who passed away in 2021. Together, they built...

Judith Shaubach Thompson

Judith Shaubach Thompson

Jul 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Shaubach Thompson, on July 7, 2024, at the age of 81. Judi, as she was known, was born on January 22, 1943, and was a long-time resident of Cranford and Westfield. Judi was an only child and grew up in Lancaster, PA, with her parents, Esther and Park...

Frances Frigerio

Frances Frigerio

Jul 2, 2024

On June 13th, 1938 in Haverhill, Massachusetts, Frances Frigerio, née Mavraides, (daughter of Katherine and Leonidas) came into the world, poised to take it by storm. As a child, Fran confidently sported fashion-forward ballet slippers, much to her mother’s chagrin. As a teenager, Fran enthusiastically led her peers as a Union High School yearbook editor. As a young professional, Fran...

Robert W. DeNourie

Robert W. DeNourie

Jun 27, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Robert DeNourie, age 47, on June 27, 2024. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A resident of Clark, NJ, Robert was a stone mason by trade and was very proud of his contribution to many extraordinary commercial projects. He liked to say his work would continue...

Artur Seabra Alves

Artur Seabra Alves

Jun 26, 2024

Artur Seabra Alves, 56, of Toms River, passed away on June 26, 2024. Born in Newark, he was raised in Clark, NJ, and graduated from Roselle Catholic High School.  Artur was a graduate of the University of Maryland, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Engineer. He worked for VA Construction Co. of Newark. Artur enjoyed his...

Fred Hanke

Fred Hanke

Jun 3, 2024

Fred Hanke, 88, of Westfield, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, June 3rd, 2024. He was happily married for 65 years to his beloved wife Hildegard.  

 

Fred was born and raised in Silesia, Germany which is now part of Poland. As a child he lived through World War II in Germany and afterwards attended cabinet making school, where he graduated...

Lucille Iuso Clunie

Lucille Iuso Clunie

May 25, 2024

Lucille Clunie (nee Iuso), 91, formerly of Lavallette New Jersey, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, May 25th, 2024. She was happily married for 62 years to her late husband, Harry Clunie (2019). Lucille graduated from Orange High School in 1950 where she was a cheerleader. She participated in many high school sports, particularly excelling in...

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