Obituaries
David McFarlane
May 26, 2025
David Leonardo McFarlane, 32 passed away on May 26, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering for D at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Saturday June 14 from 2-4 PM, with a funeral service being held at 4 PM.
Born in St. James, Jamaica, D moved to Long Island in 2005, where he graduated...
James Anthony Fresco
May 23, 2025
James Anthony "Butch" Fresco was a man who said what he meant and did what needed to be done. He was tough, determined, and proud of the life he built with his own two hands. Butch ran a successful garbage hauling and roll-off business. A longtime car enthusiast, Butch had a deep appreciation for antique cars. He collected them, showed...
Ermezinda Gandarez
May 19, 2025
Ermezinda Gandarez passed away on May 19, 2025, at the age of 96 in Lar de Seixo, Portugal.
Ermezinda was the beloved mother of five children: Maria dos Anjos Almeida, Manuel Evangelista Gandarez, João Carlos Gandarez, Maria Fernanda Gandarez, and Maria de Lurdes Oliveira. She is also survived by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her role family further extends to her son-in-laws...
Mike N Belmont
May 18, 2025
Mike Belmont was born on January 26, 1988 in Newark, New Jersey to his devoted mother Rachele Dume. Mike or Mook as those who loved him often called him, was called home to be with the Lord on May 18, 2025.
Mike attended Our Lady Help of Christian grammar school in East Orange, New Jersey and went on to attend Orange...
Natalina Pacifico
May 18, 2025
Natalina Pacifico passed away on May 18, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on December 14, 1944, in the picturesque village of San Bartolomeo in Galdo, Italy, Natalina brought the warmth and love of her Italian heritage to the communities she embraced. For over 50 years, she lived in Millburn, New Jersey.
Natalina’s life was a tapestry woven with love,...
Kam Hang Eng
May 17, 2025
Kam H. Eng passed away on May 17, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on February 6, 1933, in China. Kam made a significant move to the United States in 1967, where she settled in Newark, thereafter in Union and made it her home for many years. She then settled in Randolph with her eldest daughter Elaine and her...
Stefanie Marie Lopez
May 13, 2025
Stefanie Marie Lopez
February 12, 1992 - May 13, 2025
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of our precious daughter Stefanie Marie Lopez, whose presence will be deeply missed. Although her life was short and filled with many challenges, she always expressed kindness and compassion for others. When not attending her program, her days were filled with arts and crafts, crocheting...
Robert Patrick Dlugosz
May 13, 2025
Robert Patrick Dlugosz passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 13, 2025 at his home in Union, NJ. Robert(Bobby) was born in Newark, NJ and raised in Union. He was preceded in death by his father Frank and sister Marie. Robert was also a proud father of daughters Jessica and Julia who he dearly loved. He is also survived...
Louise Estrada
May 9, 2025
Louise Estrada of Springfield, NJ passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on May 9, 2025.
Affectionately known to her family as “Nucha”, she was a living example of kindness throughout her life. She was born in Newark, NJ on February 1, 1948 to Louise Conzo. After graduating high school, Louise worked for NJ Bell for over 30 years. During that time,...
Vera G. Castagna
May 7, 2025
Vera Galante Castagna, of Millington, NJ, was born on January 13th, 1954 and entered the Kingdom of God on May 7th, 2025. She was 71 years young.
Vera leaves behind her devoted husband of 45 years, John A. Castagna, and their two loving daughters, Maria Rose and Laura Theresa Castagna. She also leaves behind her brother, Joseph Galante and wife Lisa, nephew Michael Galante, niece...
Douglas Rivera
May 6, 2025
Douglas Rivera, 65 of Union passed away on May 6, 2025, just shy of his 66th birthday.
Funeral services are private, in the care of the Galante Funeral Home.
Born in Newark, Douglas, also known affectionately as "Blackie", "Junior", or "Black Junior" was raised at Seth Boyden Terrace in the South Ward. He has been a Union resident for the past eight...
Janet Ramas
May 2, 2025
Janet Reyes Ramas, 57, of Union, NJ, went peacefully to be with the Lord on May 2, 2025, at CarePoint Christ Hospital in Jersey City, NJ.
Born on September 7, 1967, in Mangaldan, Pangasinan, Philippines, Janet was known from a young age for her determination and strong work ethic. After completing her degree in nursing, she moved to the United States...
Kathleen Rekemeier
May 1, 2025
Kathleen (Kolb) Rekemeier passed away peacefully at home on May 1, 2025. Born in
Elizabeth, NJ, to Wilbur and Bernice (Voetsch) Kolb, Kathy was a lifelong resident of Union. She
graduated from Archbishop Walsh High School in 1964 and later worked as a secretary for
Prudential Insurance and PSE&G.
After retiring, Kathy spent the rest of her life celebrating and traveling with the love...
Linda Bausback
Apr 19, 2025
Linda S. Bausback of Hillside, NJ, entered into eternal life on Saturday April 19, 2025 at the age of 73. She was born in Glen Ridge, NJ, on June 8, 1951 to the late Virginia (nee Ryzinski) & Arthur Boehmer.Linda had lived in Bloomfield and Union prior to moving to Hillside over 45 years ago. She had been employed as...
Prisco E. Ronquillo
Apr 17, 2025
Prisco E. Ronquillo, passed away on April 17, 2025. He was born on September 1, 1937, in the Philippines. Prisco, brave and determined, chose to embark on a journey to the United States, where he immigrated in 1966. Over the years, he established his home in Carteret, New Jersey, for three decades before moving to West Orange a year prior...
Keron Zidane Gabriel
Apr 7, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Keron Zidane Gabriel, who departed this life on April 7, 2025, at the age of 17. Born on June 15, 2007, in Newark, New Jersey, Keron was the beloved son of Micol Clarke and Keron Gabriel Sr.
Keron was a kind, humble, and gentle young man whose light shined brightly in the lives...
Livertha Stimphond-Brizeus
Apr 6, 2025
Livertha Stimphond-Brizeus, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend, passed away on April 6, 2025, on her 72nd birthday.
Born on April 6, 1953, in Gran-Berard, L'artibonite, Haiti, Livertha later migrated to the United States in October 1981, where she began her professional journey.
Livertha's professional life began in 1983 working as a factory worker. She worked there until 1999,...
Maria D. Enriquez
Apr 5, 2025
Maria D. (Lola) Enriquez (nee Mendez Nieto) passed away peacefully with her family at her side on April 5, 2025 at the age of 103.
She was born in Miranzo, Ourense, Spain, where she raised her family before immigrating with her husband and daughters to the U.S. in 1971. She resided in the Ironbound section of Newark, where she worked and...
Anne Criscitiello
Apr 3, 2025
Anne (Curci) Criscitiello, 96, of Mountainside, New Jersey passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025. Anne was born on July 30, 1928, in Newark, New Jersey.
She is survived by her sons Gary (daughter in law Tracy) and Gregory; beloved grandchildren Danielle (Michael McLaughlin), Michael (Gina Criscitiello), Ashley (Neil Pirone) and Maxwell (Jesse Bello) and great grandchildren Hudson, Lincoln, Deacon, Marina,...
Jesus "Tio" Alvarez Jr.
Apr 2, 2025
Jesus "Tio" Alvarez Jr., 76, passed away on April 2, 2025.
Born in Spain, Jesus embarked on a journey that led him to Newark, New Jersey. He later resided in Linden and Whiting, before finally making his home in Hillsborough at All American Assisted Living.
For many years, Jesus served with diligence at GAF, where he contributed significantly to the workplace until...
