Obituaries
Allen L. Lawrence
Mar 26, 2026
Allen L. Lawrence, a lifelong resident of Caldwell, New Jersey, passed away on March 26, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born in Fairfield, Mr. Lawrence dedicated his working life to the community he called home. His career was marked by steadfast commitment and dedication, serving as a machine operator for the West Caldwell Department of Public Works for more than...
Glory Sky Bienaime
Mar 16, 2026
Glory Sky Bienaime, aged just 17 days went into Jesus' loving embrace on March 16, 2026. She leaves to mourn her loving parents Godson Bienaime and Kendjina Philippe.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a viewing for Glory Sky at Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday April 2 from 9 to 10 AM. A Funeral Service will...
Gary F. Basile
Mar 24, 2026
Gary F. Basile, 69 passed away on March 24, 2026.
Funeral services are private, in the care of the Galante Funeral Home in Caldwell.
Born and raised in Cliffside Park, Gary lived in Lodi and North Caldwell until moving to Woodbridge several years ago. He was a technician in I.T. for many years.
Gary was a huge fan of the New York Jets...
Giselle Louisma
Mar 16, 2026
Giselle Louisma was born on July 3rd 1963 in Carrefour Ogé, Marchand Dessalines, Haiti to Tania Fenelus and Julien Louisma. As a young woman, she moved to Port-au- Prince where she graduated from Coscomar Secretary School. She immigrated to the United States in 1990 in pursuit of the American Dream. Here, she met and married her husband, Lionel in January...
Robert Thomas Dobler Jr.
Mar 14, 2026
Robert Dobler was born April 30th, 1994. He is survived by his mother Janice Dobler and his father Robert Dobler Senior, his paternal grandmother, Jacqueline Dobler, his aunt Patty Armellino, his uncle Paul Armellino, his aunt Sandra Hameroff, his uncle Richard Hameroff, and his cousins Brian, Kevin, Daniel, David, Kristen, Noah, and Hunter. Robert was predeceased by his grandparents Edward...
Ben Marquez Salazar
Mar 13, 2026
Ben Marquez Salazar
May 17, 1947 – March 13, 2026
Ben Marquez Salazar, 78 of Union, New Jersey, passed away on March 13, 2026, at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.
Ben was born on May 17, 1947, in Dingle, Iloilo, Philippines, to Sergio Salazar and Andrea Marquez Salazar. He was raised in Iloilo, where he was known from a young age to be...
Giuseppe Martino
Mar 12, 2026
Giuseppe Martino, passed away on March 12, 2026. Born on April 6, 1948, in Sicily, Italy, Giuseppe made a significant journey in 1970 when he immigrated to the United States, settling in Springfield, New Jersey. There, he built a life marked by hard work and commitment.
Giuseppe was the proud owner of Joe Martino Landscaping, a business he operated in Springfield...
Joao Manuel Mota
Mar 3, 2026
Joao Manuel Mota, most knew him as John, age 64, passed away on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 surrounded by so much love with his family by his side.
He was born on February 21st, 1962 in Ponte Delgada, Sao Miguel, Portugal. Came to the United States with his parents and siblings at the age of four and has ever since lived...
Marie DaPonte
Feb 28, 2026
Marie DaPonte, 85, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026 surrounded by family. She was a devoted spouse, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be remembered for her kindness and dedication to her family. She is survived by her husband, Vincent and children, Lawrence, Connie, Theresa, Francine, Marie, Helene and James and their spouses, 12 grandchildren and 5 great...
Corazon Reyes Perez
Feb 27, 2026
Corazon Reyes Perez passed on to eternal life on Feb 27, 2026, at Alaris Health Facility West Orange New Jersey. She was born on January 17,1932, in Rosales Pangasinan, Philippines to Cornelio & Ceperina Reyes. On Feb 18, 1949, she was united in marriage to Jose Roque Perez. They lovingly raised their eight children (4 boys and 4 daughters) in Scout Barrio & Hillside, Baguio City. In...
Domenick A. Nardo
Feb 25, 2026
The Nardo family sadly announces the passing of their father, Domenick A. Nardo, on Wednesday, February 25th, 2026. Domenick was a loving husband to his wife Marie L. Nardo(Ciccarelli), from September 22nd, 1951 till her passing on March 24th, 2014. Domenick, a loving father, is survived by his 3 sons, Anthony J. and his wife Rosemary(Pinto) and her daughter Cara...
John J Riotto
Feb 24, 2026
John J. Riotto, 56 a beloved husband, son, brother, and uncle, passed away suddenly on February 24, 2026, in Union, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Born in Hackensack, John spent his formative years in Elmwood Park, where he graduated from Elmwood Park Memorial High School.
John embarked on a fruitful career in communications, beginning with Motorola...
Anna V. Lance
Feb 21, 2026
Anna V. Lance, 90, of Union, passed away at home on February 21, 2026.
Born in East Orange, New Jersey, on May 11, 1935, Anna lived there until she moved to Union in 1969, where she has since remained.
Anna was a dedicated secretary for Zurich Insurance in New York City for 30 years, and has been retired for the past 26...
Lydia Gamboa Dirilo
Feb 21, 2026
Lydia Dirilo, 88, of Union, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Lydia Dirilo was born on an idyllic farm in Puelay, in the town of Villasis, in the province of Pangasinan of the Philippine Islands. She grew up surrounded by beautiful topical trees and a lively, loving family. She survived the Japanese invasion during WWII. Lydia lost her young brothers...
Maria Luisa Martinez
Feb 18, 2026
Maria Luisa "Maguí" Martinez, 86 of Union passed away on February 18, 2026.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Maguí at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Tuesday February 24 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will be celebrated in the funeral home on Wednesday at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Hollywood Memorial...
Jean Helen Menza
Feb 17, 2026
Jean Helen Menza, 78 of Mountainside passed away at home on February 17, 2026.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Jean at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Friday February 20 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will be held in the funeral home on Saturday at 10 AM. Entombment will follow at St. Gertrude...
Marisa Montes
Feb 12, 2026
Marisa Montes, age 87, of Clark, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 12, 2026, surrounded by the family she spent her entire life nurturing and protecting.Born on Christmas Eve, 1938, in the historic town of Celanova, Spain, to Pepe and Aurora, Marisa arrived in this world with a gentle, kind spirit. However, she was equally known for the unwavering...
Vincenza "Jean" DePasquale
Feb 4, 2026
Vincenza "Jean" DePasquale, 94, of Union passed away at home on February 4, 2026.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Jean at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave., Union on Thursday, February 19 from 6-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. James Church in Springfield on Friday at 10AM. Interment will follow at...
Jack V. Cordero
Feb 3, 2026
Jack Vincent Cordero, born February 27, 1965, passed away February 3rd 2026 at the young age of 60. He lived a life full of curiosity, adventure, and unmistakable personality, leaving behind memories that will echo loudly.
Jack was a devoted father to his two beautiful children, Jack and Elise, whom he shared with his ex-wife, Lisa. He was deeply loved by...
Camilo Rodriguez
Feb 1, 2026
Camilo Rodriguez, a devoted husband, father, abuelo, son, brother, and friend, passed away on February 1, 2026. He was 65 years old.
Born on October 8, 1960, in Venezuela, Camilo came to the United States with his family in 1969, settling in Newark, New Jersey. He carried his roots with pride and built a life grounded in family, hard work, and...
