Obituaries
Leonardo Fantetti, Sr.
Dec 21, 2025
Leonardo Fantetti, Sr.,88 of Kenilworth passed away at home on December 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Italy, he moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada before moving to Orange with his dear wife in 1966. The family finally settled in Kenilworth 20 years ago. Leo had the unique ability to fix just about anything, especially if he could...
Pablio Felicilda
Dec 20, 2025
Pablio Felicilda, 61 of Union, a beloved husband, father, and cherished family member, passed away on December 20, 2025. His vibrant spirit and outgoing personality made an indelible impact on all those fortunate enough to know him. Born in the Philippines, Pablio moved to Union, New Jersey, in 2006.
Throughout his life, Pablio was known for his ability to make friends...
Linda Marfia
Dec 22, 2025
Linda Marfia, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on December 22, 2025. Born in Newark, New Jersey, before moving to Clark and ultimately settling in Manahawkin, where she enjoyed the company of her family for the last eight years of her life.
Linda dedicated a significant portion of her professional life as a secretary for the International Longshoremen Association,...
Elvera Sink
Dec 22, 2025
Elvera Sink, 83 of West Caldwell passed away on Monday December 22, 2025 at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
Elvera's visitation will be held at the Galante Funeral Home, 54 Roseland Ave. Caldwell on Monday December 29 from 8:30 to 9:45am. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Lucy's Church in Newark at 10:30am. Entombment will follow at Gate of Heaven...
John W. Zidziunas
Dec 24, 2025
John W. Zidziunas, age 78, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025, at his home in Springfield, New Jersey, surrounded by his loved ones.
John was born on August 10, 1947, in the Ironbound section of Newark, New Jersey, to Joseph and Evelyn Zidziunas. He was a proud graduate of East Side High School and went on to attend the University...
Gladys D. Bohorquez
Dec 25, 2025
Gladys D. Bohorquez, affectionately known as "Yayis" and "Papa," passed away on December 25, 2025, in Queens, NY, at the age of 72. Born on September 15, 1953, in Guayaquil, Ecuador, Gladys embarked on a new chapter in her life when she visited the United States at the age of 15, a cherished birthday gift from her dad, Juan Bohorquez....
Domenico Nuzzo
Dec 27, 2025
Domenico Nuzzo, age 86, passed away on December 27, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Italy, Domenico’s journey led him to the United States, where he briefly lived in New Brunswick, NJ, and then the Ironbound section of Newark before making his home in Union, NJ for many years.
Domenico's professional career was marked by dedicated service at Western Electric...
Marie Veronique Ripert Louis
Dec 20, 2025
Veronique Ripert Louis, 95, of Orange, NJ, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on December 20, 2025.
She was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti on September 1, 1930. She was the first daughter of Christian Ripert and Eumelie Calixte. After the completion of her academic studies at the Catholic School Daughters of Mary of Bel-Air, Veronique went to...
Amparo Chamorro
Dec 23, 2025
Amparo Chamorro, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, in Union, New Jersey. She was born on January 8, 1948, in Colombia, and spent her life dedicated to her family and faith.
A woman of deep spiritual conviction, Amparo was devoted to God and actively involved in her community as a parishioner at Immaculate Conception...
Luis A. De La Fuente Chavez
Dec 21, 2025
Luis A. De La Fuente Chavez, 76 of Elizabeth passed away on December 21, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Luis at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Friday December 26 from 8:30am to 12:30pm. A Funeral Service will be celebrated at 12:00pm in the funeral home, and entombment will follow at Gate...
Martin P. Reznak
Dec 20, 2025
Martin P. Reznak, born on May 7, 1951, in Irvington, NJ, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2025, at Mountainside Hospital. Martin was a devoted individual who touched many lives throughout his journey.
He proudly earned his Master's Degree from Seton Hall University, a testament to his dedication to education and personal growth. For many years, Martin made his home in...
Antonia P. Lignos
Dec 16, 2025
After a long and full life devoted to faith and family, Antonia P. Lignos, 99, of Union, passed peacefully into God’s loving care on December 16, 2025.
Born in Lesvos, Greece, in her beloved village of Antissa, Antonia carried her deep-rooted traditions, values, and faith with her throughout her life. She settled in Linden in 1974 and later moved to Union...
Donald B. Lane
Dec 12, 2025
Donald B. Lane, 68 of Franklin, NJ, passed away on December 12, 2025.
Donald was born and raised in Syracuse, New York, before spending many years in Livingston, New Jersey. He then found his way to Franklin, New Jersey, where he spent the past 11 years of his life.
Donald is a graduate of Oswego College with a Bachelor's degree. He was...
Eileen Carol Fitzgerald
Dec 8, 2025
Eileen Carol Fitzgerald (08/14/1954-12/08/2025) passed away at the young age of 71 after a long battle with dementia. Eileen, better known as Ei, will be very missed by her partner, Nonie Hall, and her partner's family, Shari and Joe Langowski, Deb and Dan Skarbnik and kids, and Rob Hall.
Eileen is predeceased by her Mother Geraldine (1995) and Father Eugene (1993)....
Joseph James Foligno
Dec 8, 2025
Joseph James Foligno, affectionately known as "Joe Fo," passed away suddenly at home on December 8, 2025, at the age of 40. Born on March 22, 1985, in Illinois, Joe's life was a testament to his unwavering passion for both his career and hobbies.
For 15 years, Joseph dedicated himself to serving the community as the Director of Public Works in...
John Arthur von Suppiny
Dec 4, 2025
John Arthur von Suppiny, beloved brother, brother-in-law, Godfather, and uncle, passed away at his home, in Caldwell New Jersey, surrounded by his loving family. John was 77 years old.
Born in Newark, New Jersey on November 12, 1948, he resided in Newark for 23 years before moving to Caldwell, New Jersey with his family in 1972.
John graduated from Barringer High School...
Victor H. Monteiro
Nov 27, 2025
Victor H. Monteiro, age 65, of Sparta, New Jersey, passed away on November 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Maria Isabel, who cherished him deeply and stood by his side through every chapter of life.
Born in 1960 in the Cape Verde Islands, Victor was known for his kindness, strength, and courage. Those who...
Lynn E. Belvedere- Strathearn
Nov 21, 2025
Lynn E. Belvedere – Strathearn, 73, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21st at Inglemoor Care Center of Livingston. She was a devoted wife and friend, remembered fondly by all who knew her. Born October 12, 1952, in Newark, New Jersey, Lynn was the cherished daughter of Anthony and Virginia Belvedere. She was raised in West Orange and attended Montclair University, where she earned both...
Claudia Caetano Rodrigues
Nov 20, 2025
Claudia C. Rodrigues, 53, of Union, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025.Born on June 22, 1972, in Casais Galegos, Portugal, Claudia built a beautiful life filled with love, dedication, and deep connection to her family, friends, and community.
Claudia was the devoted wife of Rui Rodrigues, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, laughter, and cherished Sunday...
Cynthia Goldberg
Nov 15, 2025
Cynthia Goldberg, a devoted educator and cherished family member, passed away on November 15, 2025. Born and raised in Newark, Cynthia dedicated her life to the service of others, notably through her impactful career in special education. She served as a certified teacher in East Orange for four years before spending an esteemed 14 years at Boylan Street Elementary School...
