Obituaries
Marie Scialfa
Jul 23, 2025
Marie (Ginger) F. Scialfa (née Sauchelli) 93, of Union, NJ passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
Born in Newark, NJ, Marie lived in Union for 64 years. Her early career was as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) in Newark at a variety of hospitals. She was a congregant at St. Michael’s RC Church Union, was active in Catholic...
Aida Navarro
Jul 23, 2025
Aida Navarro passed away on July 23, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on February 5, 1948, in Ecuador, Aida was a beacon of kindness and warmth throughout her life.
Aida's journey in education began with her Bachelor's degree in education, which she used to touch the lives of countless students. Her devotion to teaching went beyond the classroom; she...
Gaspare Vasile
Jul 23, 2025
Gaspare Vasile, 74 of Union passed away at home on July 23, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Gaspare at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Friday July 25 from 9 to 11 AM. A Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home at 11 AM, and Entombment will follow at Hollywood...
Dulce G. Rodrigues
Jul 19, 2025
Dulce G. Rodrigues, 91 of Howell passed away on July 19, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Dulce at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Wednesday July 23 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Church in Union on Thursday at 9:15 AM. Interment will follow at Hollywood...
Gordon LeMatty
Jul 18, 2025
GORDON R. LeMATTY
The Coach. The Legend.
Gordon passed away peacefully at his home in Union, New Jersey, on July 18, 2025. He was 92 years old.
Born on May 15, 1933, in Newark, New Jersey, Gordon was the son of Irene and Charles LeMatty, step father Al Arensman. He attended Madison Avenue Elementary and Junior High School. He went on to Weequahic...
Robert H. Hall, Jr.
Jul 14, 2025
In Loving Memory of Robert Herman Hall Jr.
October 11, 1968 – July 14, 2025
Robert Herman Hall Jr. passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, under the compassionate care of the nurses and staff at Toms River Medical Center in New Jersey. He was 56 years old.
Born the youngest of six children, Robert was a proud graduate of Central Regional High...
Maria DeSousa
Jul 9, 2025
Maria DeSousa departed this world on July 9, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on October 17, 1938, in the quaint village of Santa Eufemia, Portugal, Maria's journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and deep love for family.
She displayed an indomitable strength, carrying with her the memories of her beloved late husband, Albertino DeSousa, a partnership...
Andrew Barone
Jul 5, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Andrew Barone, 56, of Springfield NJ, on July 5, 2025.
Andrew was the devoted husband of Christy Kuldanek for 32 years and the loving father of Robert Francis, 24; Emma Louise, 22; and Hannah Katherine, 20. Andrew leaves behind his mother, Patricia Barone and siblings Frank Barone and Sandra Youngman....
Anthony P. Marinella
Jul 1, 2025
Anthony Paul Marinella of Elizabeth, NJ passed away on July 1, 2025. He was 70 years old.
Anthony (Tony) was born on March 9, 1955, in Hackensack, NJ to Anthony Joseph Marinella
and Helen Barbara Marinella. His family lived in Hackensack and subsequently moved to
Paramus where he grew up and graduated from Paramus High School. In life, Tony created
his own path and...
Sandra Frino-Winick
Jul 1, 2025
Sandra Frino-Winick, 61 of Union passed away on July 1, 2025.
Funeral services are private, in the care of the Galante Funeral Home.
Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sandra moved to Westfield, NJ when she was three years old. She settled with her family to Union in 1999. Sandra worked as a salesperson for various retail stores before retiring and dedicating her...
Edmund W. Abramski
Jun 29, 2025
Edmund W. Abramski, 93 of Irvington passed away on June 29, 2025.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation for Edmund at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday July 3 from 9:30 - 10:30 AM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Stanislaus Church, 146 Irvine Turner Blvd. Newark at 11 AM. Interment will follow at...
Zdzislaw S. Gabryszewski
Jun 23, 2025
Zdzisław Stanisław Gabryszewski, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother passed away peacefully Monday, June 23, at home, surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was 78 years old.
Zdzisław was born in Łąkie, Poland, and served with distinction in the Polish military. In the years that followed, he embraced a variety of roles where he was highly respected and admired.
He...
Giuseppe "Pino" Comerci
Jun 22, 2025
Giuseppe “Pino” Comerci
February 11, 1947 - June 22, 2025
Giuseppe Comerci, 78 of Kenilworth, NJ, passed away on June 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Spilinga, Italy (Calabria) to the late Domenico Comerci and Domenica Miceli, Giuseppe moved to the United States in 1973 after marrying the love of his life, Lola Pugliese.
A proud longshoreman with Local 1235, Giuseppe...
Dorothy T. Errazuriz
Jun 22, 2025
Dorothy T. Errazuriz, left this world on June 22, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on June 11, 1960, in Jersey City and raised in the Greenville section, Dorothy's journey through life was marked by her unwavering dedication to lifting others.
Her academic pursuits took her from St. Dominic Academy to Jersey City State College, where she equipped herself with...
Philomena Asilo
Jun 22, 2025
Philomena V. Asilo (nee Zarrello), wife of the late Julius V. Asilo, of Springfield, N.J., died on June 22, 2025 at the age of 91.
Philomena was born in Newark, grew up in Union and has lived in Springfield since 1950. Before marrying Julius, Philomena worked for The Prudential Insurance Company in Newark.
Her beautiful life will forever be cherished in the...
Laura DiLorenzo
Jun 19, 2025
Laura DiLorenzo, who passed away at the age of 78, lived a life marked by joy, strength, and simplicity. In her later years, she embraced a quieter, more peaceful way of living, yet never lost the spark that made her unforgettable. She found happiness in the simple pleasures—listening to music, dancing, traveling whenever she could, and truly savoring life. Above...
Ilda Jesus Coelho
Jun 18, 2025
Ilda Jesus Coelho, a beloved mother and grandmother, peacefully left this world on June 18, 2025, at the age of 99. Born in Portugal on March 27, 1926, Ilda's journey through life was one characterized by love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to her family.
For many years, Ilda worked tirelessly in a Cantina, where her warm smile and generous spirit touched...
Michele Rossi
Jun 16, 2025
Michele Rossi (nee D'Alessio) passed away on June 16 2025 at the age of 74. Born in Newark and raised in Bloomfield, Michele attended St Francis School, Our Lady of Good Council and graduated from Bloomfield High School.
With her interest in Medicine she became a Medical Assistant and worked in Columbus Hospital in Newark. She married her beloved husband Dr....
Antonio Cernadas
Jun 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of Antonio “Papa” Cernadas
Beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend. Antonio passed away peacefully, and we take comfort in knowing he is now reunited in heaven with his loving wife, Ileana "Guela".
Antonio was a devoted father to his daughter Sandra and his son Antonio Jr., and a proud father-in-law to Mariana. He was the cherished grandfather of Lauren...
Stephen Osei
Jun 14, 2025
Stephen Osei a beloved brother, father and grandfather died Saturday June 14 2025. Bornm in Kumasi Ghana on July 29 1951. He was taken in by his Aunt and Uncle (Grandma Rose Ansah and Grandpa Timothy Ansah) in 1961 after his mother passed. His dream was to own a business of his own. He would reach his goal before he...
