Obituaries
Sarah Wasty
Jan 19, 2026
Sarah Wasty was born Sarah Yasmeen Syed to Dr Anwar H Syed and Shameem Jehan Syed in Lahore , Pakistan on November 6, 1960.Sarah grew up with a most mischievous twinkle in the eye in Amherst Massachusetts where her father was a professor of Political Science at U Mass with frequent long sabbatical visits back home to Lahore. On one...
Claudia Vilsaint
Jan 9, 2026
Claudia Elishama Vilsaint
Claudia was born on September 1, 2007, at Aux Cayes General Hospital in Haiti, to her devoted parents, Eli Vilsaint and Marie Claudette Vilsaint Nesrestant.
On Friday January 9, 2026 at age 18, Claudia was called home to be with the Lord. A beautiful child of God, Claudia was known for her radiant smile, joyful spirit, and the light...
Bernice J. Opatkiewicz
Jan 18, 2026
Bernice J. Opatkiewicz, 88 of Union passed away at home on January 18, 2026.
Friends are invited to attend a visitation for Bernice at the Galante Funeral Home (serving the legacy of Parkway-Wozniak Memorial Home), 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Monday January 26 from 3-7 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Stanislaus Church, 146 Irvine Turner Blvd. Newark...
Kathryn Solimine
Jan 18, 2026
Kathryn Solimine, 75, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with progressive supranuclear palsy. A woman of remarkable strength, elegance, and intelligence, Kathryn faced her illness with grace and quiet determination, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew and loved her.
Kathryn was a devote daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She is survived by her loving brother Emil Solimine, and...
Lina Collot
Jan 14, 2026
Lina Collot, 66 of Hillside passed away on January 14, 2026.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Lina at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Saturday January 31 from 9 to 10am, with a funeral service celebrated at 10am. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Hillside. Repast will be held at Mario's at...
Stella A. Caggiano
Jan 12, 2026
Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister and Friend
Stella Ann (Raimo) Caggiano, 87 of Union, New Jersey passed away on Monday January 12, 2026, in Summit NJ. Stella passed away peacefully on the day she marked another year of life completing a full and beautiful circle. She was born in Newark, NJ, the daughter of the late John (Generoso) Raimo and Constance...
Lena Colavita
Jan 11, 2026
Lena Colavita, 95 of West Caldwell passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Lena then spent the last 60 years in West Caldwell, where she cultivated a life rich in experiences and love.
Throughout her career, Lena served as an insurance clerk before dedicating the latter part of her professional journey to Panelgraphic, where she worked...
Flambert Louis
Jan 7, 2026
Flambert Louis
Affectionately known as “Fab Le Mon” and “Fab”
January 19, 1945 – January 7, 2026
Flambert Louis was a man of modest stature yet extraordinary presence. His life was a testament to strength of character, quiet leadership, and unwavering integrity. Though soft-spoken and humble, he carried himself with dignity and purpose, leaving an indelible mark on all who were privileged to...
Gina Fernandez
Jan 6, 2026
Gina Fernandez, 65 of Maplewood passed away on January 6, 2026. Born in Newark, Gina's life journey took her through the neighborhoods of Maplewood and Mays Landing, before she eventually returned to Maplewood, a place that always held a special significance in her heart.
Gina was a waitress at Parkwood Diner outside of her professional life, Gina had a deep love...
Donna Marie Pannullo
Jan 3, 2026
Donna Marie Pannullo, 67 passed away on January 3, 2026.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation for Donna Marie at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Friday January 16 from 10am to 12 noon. A Funeral Service will be celebrated in the funeral home at 12 noon. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
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Victoria Salacup Balut
Jan 2, 2026
Victoria Salacup Balut, 80, of Union, New Jersey passed away on January 2, 2026. Born in the Philippines, she migrated to the United States in 1991, bringing with her an unwavering dedication to her family.
For 20 years, Victoria thrived as a businesswoman and government employee in the Philippines. In the United States, she became a Home Health Aide with Visiting...
Frank H. Ulrich
Jan 1, 2026
Frank H. Ulrich 11/20/1942-1/1/2026
Frank H. Ulrich, of Toms River, New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, January 1st, 2026 at the age of 83.
The son of Frank Ulrich (1921-1945) and Dorothy (Francis) Ulrich (1920-2004), Frank was born in Irvington, New Jersey. Frank’s younger years would be spent mainly within the greater North Jersey region. As a young man Frank would follow...
Juan Manuel Figueiras Martinez
Jan 1, 2026
Juan Manuel Figueiras Martinez, born in Salmon Oleiros, Spain, passed away on January 1, 2026. He was a devoted brother to Mari Carmen, Jose Carlos, Maria Teresa, and Justo Figueiras✞.
Juan embarked on a remarkable journey that took him from his hometown in Spain to the United States in his early 30s. He initially served two years in the Spanish military,...
Carmella R. Dabrio
Dec 30, 2025
Carmella R. Dabrio, 83 of Toms River, formerly of Matawan passed away on December 30, 2025.
Services are private, in the care of the Galante Funeral Home in Union.
Born in Newark, Carmella lived in Irvington before becoming a longtime Roselle resident. She then lived in Matawan for 20 years until settling in Toms River last year. Carmella most treasured time spent...
Jasmatty Persaud
Dec 30, 2025
Jasmatty Persaud, 90 of Union passed away on December 30, 2025. Born in West Coast Berbice #11, Guyana, she was one of five siblings with four brothers in a family of farmers. Jasmatty embraced a humble and simple life, reflecting her deeply rooted values of hard work and generosity.
Married at the age of 16 to the late Narine Persaud, she...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
