Obituaries
Maria DeJesus
May 24, 2022
Maria Fatima DeJesus
Maria Fatima DeJesus, 67 of Union, passed away at Overlook Hospital in Summit on May 24, 2022, after a courageous battle against cancer.
Born and raised in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal, she arrived in the United States in 1980 and settled in Union.
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James Cino
May 22, 2022
James Cino, 66 of Montclair passed away on May 22, 2022.
A graveside service will be celebrated at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Hanover on Weds. June 1 at 11 AM. Arrangements are in the care of the Galante Funeral Home in Caldwell.
Born in Newark, James lived...
Suzanne "Bella" Ferris
May 20, 2022
SUZANNE “BELLA” GIORDANO FERRIS
Suzanne, Bella to her grandchildren, Thomas Michael Ferris and Conchetta Susie Aronowitz, was born in Newark to Susie and Shine Giordano on August 15, 1942, and was always proud to be a “Down Neck” girl.
She attended Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Grammar...
Michael Bagwell
May 19, 2022
Michael Joseph Bagwell, 38 of Washington, NJ passed away on May 19, 2022.
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend a visitation for Mike at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday May 26 from 3-7 PM. A Celebration of Life will be held in the funeral home on...
Maria Nunez
May 18, 2022
Maria Begona Nunez
Maria Begona Nunez, 53, passed away peacefully on May 18th, 2022.
Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation for Maria at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave in Union, NJ on Friday, May 20th from 3-7pm.
A funeral mass will...
Artie Greener
May 10, 2022
“Artie” Greener, 61 passed away on May 10th, 2022. The loving husband of Laurie (Byk), he was the proud father of Kristina Kennedy, her husband Corey and absolutely adored his granddaughters Grace & Claire. He was the dear son of Lillian & Edward Courter, a terrific brother to Daniel & his wife Linda, Michelle & Michael and...
Joan Fresco
May 7, 2022
Joan Theresa (Snee) Fresco, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday May 7th, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.
Born May 2, 1941; she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Eleanor Snee. Joan was predeceased by her son James Fresco and brother Raymond Snee. Survivors include beloved husband James Anthony Fresco; daughters...
Amilia Bottitto
May 4, 2022
Amilia Bottitto (nee Aquilina), 79 of Roselle Park passed away peacefully at home on May 4, 2022.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Amilia at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Sunday May 8 from 6-9 PM. A Funeral Service will be celebrated in the funeral...
Maria Irizarry
Apr 30, 2022
Maria "Loli" Dolores Irizarry
Maria D. Irizarry, 88 of Elizabeth passed away on April 30, 2022.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Loli at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Monday from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Service will be celebrated in...
Joseph Pannullo
Apr 30, 2022
Joseph Pannullo, 91, of West Caldwell, NJ, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2022. Joe experienced a vibrant life which he often described as "a little crazy," rich with love and the joys of his family.
Joe dedicated himself to family, ever smitten with his late wife Arlene (nee Biancardi),...
Rosa Mendez
Apr 29, 2022
Rosa Mendez, 74 of Union passed away on April 29, 2022.
A Memorial Mass for Rosa will be celebrated in the near future, with details to be announced.
Born in Havana, Cuba, Rosa moved to Spain in 1966, and immigrated to Newark in 1968. She settled with her loving...
Dolores DiLanno
Apr 26, 2022
Dolores DiLanno, 51 of Florham Park, formerly of Summit passed away on April 26, 2022. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Dolores at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Sunday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Theresa Church in Kenilworth on Monday at 10:30 AM. Entombment will follow...
Christine Palmeri
Apr 26, 2022
Christine Palmeri
Christine Palmeri, 64 of Newark, NJ Passed away at home on April 26, 2022.
Cremation was private
Rolanda Fernandez
Apr 25, 2022
Rolanda ( Rolly) Fernandez
Rolanda Fernandez, 95 passed away on April 25, 2022.
Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother of Fanwood formerly of Newark.
Rolanda was born and raised in Newark she was a lifelong resident of the Ironbound section. ...
Saverio Sciancalepore
Apr 24, 2022
Saverio “Sam” Sciancalepore January 7, 1949 - April 24, 2022
As a beloved brother, uncle and friend Saverio Sciancalepore will be missed by many. Sam, as he was known by all who loved him, passed away on April 24, 2022. Saverio moved to Hoboken, N.J, after emigrating from Molfetta, Italy at the age...
Bernard Hess
Apr 23, 2022
Bernard William Hess
Bernard William Hess 91 of Union passed away on April 23,2022. He was the husband of the late Lucille J. Hess and was also predeceased by his brother Paul Hess and his son Allan Hess.
He is survived by his son, William Hess and his wife Catherine.
...Ida Fortunato
Apr 21, 2022
Ida Fortunato
Ida Fortunato (Marasco) 99 of Union, passed away at home on April 21,2022. Wife of the late Peter, Formerly of Newark, Ida was a resident of Union for 52 years.
She was a member of Golden Age Senior Citizens in Union as well as Union Township Active...
Dennis Sousa
Apr 20, 2022
Dennis Noel Lage Sousa
Our precious little warrior Dennis fought his congenital heart disease valiantly until the end. On Tuesday April 20th, 2022, he took his last breath in mommy’s arms. He will be remembered as a joyous and active child. Dennis loved Cocomelon, Paw Patrol and spending time with...
Juan Bianchi
Apr 18, 2022
Juan Carlos Bianchi
November 13, 1947 - April 18, 2022
It is with the heaviest heart that we announce the passing of Juan Carlos Bianchi 74, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina on November 13, 1947 before moving...