Obituaries
Maria Trofimova
Jan 7, 2024
Maria Trofimova, 60 of Short Hills passed away on January 7, 2024.
Born on November 3, 1963, in Gatchina, Russia, to Anna and Vasily, Maria grew up very quickly when she lost her father at a tender age. These formative years instilled in her a deep resilience and self-reliance to help guide her through the many twists and turns...
Apollonia "Paula" Velocci
Jan 7, 2024
Apollonia "Paula" Velocci, (nee Reali) of West Orange NJ, passed away on January 7, 2024 at the age of 94.
Wife of the late Amedeo.Born and raised in Monte San Giovanni Campano, Italy. Paula's journey in life took her across the sea and touched the hearts of all who knew her.
She dedicated many years to honing her skills as...
Jean Posner Mede
Jan 6, 2024
Jean Posner Médé (NeNe), 86, of Maplewood, NJ passed away on Jan. 6, 2024.He was born the second oldest of 8 children on December 13, 1937 to ArmandMédé and Marie Sylvina (Cénafils) Médé in Thomazeau, Haiti. By the age of 17, NeNelost his father and had to take a job to help his mother raise his siblings, although findingwork...
Antoinette "Sis" M. Muscato
Jan 5, 2024
Antoinette "Sis" M. Muscato
Antoinette is the bond that held our family together. Shewas the most positive and optimistic person ever. She was proudof her Italian heritage and instilled those values andtraditions in us, which we will never forget.Antoinette was a friend to many, had a generous heart, andwas a joy with whom to celebrate life. She had life-longfriends...
Gemma Gerstorfer
Jan 4, 2024
Gemma Isabel Gerstorfer sadly passed away on January 4th, 2024.
Gemma spent most of her career as a Human Resource Executive for several organizations for many years before retiring.
Gemma loved politics and was involved in many political forums.
Her love of fashion and world cultures were conversational highlights that lit the room when she was present.
She is...
Wayne A. Cross
Jan 3, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Wayne passed away suddenly, on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Wayne was a smart, respectful, funny and loyal person to all that knew him, but his greatest attribute in life was his unending love for his family and friends.
It is an honor to tell you about such an exceptional man. Wayne was the loving son of Wayne Cross and Joanne Cross. The proud father of Luciana, Antonio and Taormina. The dear brother of...
Lindore E. Smith
Jan 2, 2024
Lindore E. Smith went home to be with her heavenly father on January 2nd, 2024.
Lindore was born Lindore Evelyn Hibbert in Jamaica West Indies to Vincent Hibbert and Doris Mongal. There, she enjoyed playing Badminton and modeling hats. She spent several years at Philadelphia (Church in Jamaica), where she played the organ, piano and sang. Lindore worked for...
Tao Thi Tran
Jan 1, 2024
Tao Thi Tran passed away peacefully at her home on January 1st , 2024 at the age of 72. She was born in Saigon, Vietnam and moved to the U.S in 1989. She was a successful Nail shop owner for over 20 years, and was loved by many.
In her spare time, she loved to cook and play scratch...
Constantina Paz
Dec 28, 2023
Constantina Paz, 90, of Newark, passed away on December 28, 2023.
Constantina was born in Rajo, Spain. She arrived in the United States and settled in Brooklyn, NY before moving to the Irounbound section of Newark in 1972. She was a great Wife, Mother, and Grandmother. She will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her
Relatives and friends...
Cristian M. Chavez
Dec 26, 2023
Cristian M. Chavez, 63 passed away on December 26, 2023.
Private services are in the care of the Galante Funeral Home.
Armando De Oliveira
Dec 26, 2023
Armando De OliveiraOur loving Armando De Oliveira born on August 9, 1938 in Pardilhó, Portugal left us on December 26, 2023. Armando left this world to join his beloved wife, Maria De Oliveira, in eternal peace. He left behind two children Fatima Soares and Avelino Oliveira, son in law Jose Soares, daughter in law Zelia Oliveira; granddaughters Angela Soares Fidalgo,...
Joao J. Gaiolas Rodrigues
Dec 25, 2023
João J Gaiolas Rodrigues, 75 years old passed away at Trinitas Regional Medical Center/ RWJ Barnabason December 25, 2023.João immigrated from Fundão, Portugal to Ironbound- Newark in 1974 to live the American Dream,whom married to his dedicated wife Maria Trindade Rodrigues for 47 years. Started a life with lovingwife In Ironbound- Newark for 30 years with their only child. Joao...
Renee Vila DeBellido
Dec 25, 2023
Esposa, madre e hija. Amorosa, bondadosa y luchadora.
Peruana de nacimiento, emigró a los Estados Unidos a la edad de 49 años en compañía de su esposo Miguel Bellido, compañero de toda su vida, y una de sus hijas. Haciéndose un firme propósito de traer al resto de su familia.
Para ella nada era imposible; lo que ella se...
Montserrat Sanchez
Dec 24, 2023
Montserrat Sanchez, a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away on December 24, 2023. Montserrat was born and raised in Sobrado, Spain, a country she held dear to her heart throughout her life.In 1971, Montserrat embarked on a new chapter of her life when she immigrated to the United States. Montserrat's proudest accomplishments centered around her role as a mother...
Michael Pinto Januario
Dec 24, 2023
Michael Pinto Januario, 13 entered the Kingdom of Heaven at home on Christmas Eve, with his loving family by his side.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Michael at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Wednesday December 27 from 6-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Fatima Church...
Christine Pici
Dec 22, 2023
Heaven has got another angel, Christine Pici, has passed away on December 22, 2023. She will forever be remembered for her kind heart, her love for cats, and her passion for collecting lighthouses.
Christine had a profound love for cats. She found solace in rescuing cats and ensuring their well-being. The unconditional love shared between Christine and her beloved cat...
Joyell Jennifer Goad
Dec 16, 2023
Joyell Jennifer GoadSeptember 28, 1976December 16, 2023
Joyell beat you all to the last punch! She is laughing at you while playing Chicken with her belovedDaddy in Heaven. Her heart figured she’d get a head start on the holidays a week early, on December16th , 2023 after a less than average life span of 47 years.Joyell – Jojo, JJ,...
Linda S. Grano
Dec 15, 2023
Linda S. Grano, 73 of Kenilworth passed away on December 15, 2023.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Linda at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Wednesday December 20 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Raphael's Church in Livingston on Thursday at 9:45 AM. Interment will...
Matilda Pepe
Dec 15, 2023
Matilda Pepe, 88 of Bethlehem, PA died peacefully on December 15, 2023.Matilda was born on 10/24/35 in San Bartolomeo en Galdo, Italy to the late Pasquale and Carmelina Ruggiero. She was raised in Orange, NJ after immigrating to the US in 1947 at the age of 12. She met and married the love of her life Anthony (Tony) Pepe in...
Demetrius Aberi
Dec 13, 2023
Demetrius Aberi, 19 passed on December 13, 2023 in Union, New Jersey.
He was born to Daniel Aberi and Lilian Makori on October 15, 2004 at Beth Israel Hospital in Newark, New Jersey.
The oldest of 4 siblings: Lorraine (16), Darius (13), and Lisah (11), Demetrius took pride in being their protector.
Demetrius’s thirst for education was put on...
