Obituaries

May 4, 2023

 

Thomas Patrick Connolly, 74 of Clifton, NJ, died on May 4, 2023.

Thomas was born February 23, 1949, to John and Kathryn Connolly in the Bronx, NY. He had a happy childhood in the Hillside Homes and graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School in 1967, from which he held treasured memories of playing football. Tom studied history at SUNY...

Apr 16, 2023

 

On Sunday April 16, 2023, Helen Tumminelli, passed away peacefully at the age of 86.

Helen was a kind soul that enjoyed talking with others. She worked as a waitress at the Short Stop Diner, where she had many conversations.  Helen most loved talking and spending time with her family.  They were everything to her.

Helen was predeceased by...

Apr 14, 2023

Apr 11, 2023

 

On Tuesday April 11, 2023, Robert F. Eskdale, passed away peacefully at the age of 97.

Robert proudly served our country during WWII. He was an underwater demolition specialist in our US Navy.  He was the commander of the American Legion, as well as belonging to the elite veteran’s organization, 40 and 8. Robert also belonged to the Elks...

Mar 29, 2023

Joan C Ingold, 83, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. The longtime member of Bloomfield’s Presbyterian Church on the Green was a loving, positive force of nature that adored her family and friends.

Joan is predeceased by her loving husband Carl Ingold, her parents, Peter James II and Dorothy (Hull) Zeitler, and...

Mar 25, 2023

 

 

On Saturday March 25, 2023, Melissa Martinez, passed away peacefully at the age of 38.

Melissa was a vibrant and athletic woman. She  enjoyed basketball.  At 5’ 2” she was a starting center for her volley ball team, where she was also named rookie of the year.    Melissa was a graduate of  Lacordaire Academy  and Columbia University.  She...

Mar 20, 2023

 

On Monday March 20, 2023, Hanni Mueller passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 85.

Hanni immigrated to America from Germany in 1960 at the age of 22. Everything Hanni did in life was done with love and passion. She was a daredevil at heart, skiing off-trail throughout the Alps in her younger years, later crashing...

Mar 15, 2023

 

Theresa Gallucci age 102 passed away on Wednesday March 15,2023 in Bloomfield, NJ. She was Born in Belleville NJ on October 21, 1920, and lived on Eugene Place. Her Father was Vincenzo Russo and Mother Teresina. She was married to Sam Gallucci from Jersey City  for over 50 years and lived in Bloomfield.  She is  survived by her son...

Mar 11, 2023

 

Kevin DeWayne Garrett

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Our beloved Kevin DeWayne Garrett was born on Jan 24, 1973 to the late Margo Garrett and Reginald Pinkney. He began his life’s journey in Montclair, NJ where he lived and attended Montclair Public Schools- graduating from Montclair High in 1991, then attending Essex County College for a year.

                He continued to live...

Mar 9, 2023

Ronald A. Burgers of Nutley, NJ was called home Thursday, March 9, 2023, passing away at the age of 84.  He passed peacefully, spending his last days surrounded by his family. Ronald was born on July 3, 1938 in Jersey City, NJ to Herman and Cora (Dunn).  He graduated from Dickinson High School, Jersey City in 1957; married Carmella Sierchio...

Feb 24, 2023

Florence Ferraro passed away on February 24, 2023 in Montville, NJ. She was born and raised in Newark and eventually moved to Bloomfield where she resided for many years.  Florence graduated from Barringer High School in Newark and went on to a career at Westing House Corporation for forty years.  Upon her retirement, she worked for First Fidelity Bank.  

More than anything, Florence was passionate about her family.  For Florence, the simplest yet greatest...

Feb 9, 2023

 

Michele M. “Micki” Comasco (née Sitarski), 66, of Bloomfield, peacefully entered into eternal rest with the spectacular sunrise on February 9, 2023 surrounded by her loving family at home. Micki arrived on Father’s Day, June 17, 1956, the third daughter of Edward and Veronica Sitarski.  Born and raised in Bayonne, NJ, she graduated from Holy Family Academy in 1974. ...

Feb 3, 2023

 

Patricia Ann Cestone (née Brower) passed away on February 3, 2023, at the age of 84, surrounded by her family, in Palm Coast, Florida.  

 

Patricia was born on March 31, 1938, raised in Bloomfield, NJ, was a graduate of St. Thomas the Apostle School and Bloomfield High School, and was one of nine children. 

 

Patricia loved babies and...

Jan 29, 2023

Rosa Carandang, 74, passed away on January 29, 2023 in New York, NY.

Rosa was born in the Philippines. She was a nurse and retired from the Lyons VA Medical Center after working as a nurse for many years. She enjoyed playing golf - including with the Thursday Women’s group in Essex County, traveling, caring for her grandchildren and spending time with her family and close friends. She was...

Jan 16, 2023

Jan 12, 2023

 

 

On Thursday January 12, 2023, Shellie O’Brien-Donahue, passed away peacefully at the age of 70.

Shellie was a fan of country music and an award-winning country dancer. She enjoyed traveling, watching rodeos, and spending time with her cherished grandchildren.

Shellie was predeceased by her father Richard O’Brien; her parents Anna and Anthony Pierrie, of Bloomfield, NJ, and brother,...

Jan 8, 2023

 

Centenary University First Lady Jeanne Picariello Murphy of Hackettstown, N.J., passed away on Sunday, Jan. 8, of injuries suffered as the victim of a hit-and-run accident a day earlier while on her morning walk near home. She was 70.

 

A retired U.S. Army colonel and the wife of Centenary University President Bruce Murphy, Ed.D., Mrs. Murphy was...

Jan 1, 2023

 

 

Richard Kremer, 72, of Elizabeth, N.J., passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 1, 2023.

Richard was the son of the late Warren and Grace Kremer. He is survived by his sisters Maryanne Kremer-Ames, Suzanne Petrozzino and brother Peter Kremer.

Richard who was born autistic, lived in Bloomfield for more than 50 years and was a lover of music...

Dec 20, 2022

Dec 14, 2022

On Wednesday December 14, 2022, Jane Stack passed away peacefully at the age of 90. Born in Bloomfield to the late Jacob and Lilian Kugelmann, Jane attended Immaculate Conception High school, class of 1950. Jane belonged to the St. Thomas September Club and the Belleville Club, where she enjoyed many activities with her friends. By nature, Jane was very friendly...