Obituaries

Jan 18, 2024

Jan 17, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Erlinda Gelvezon Icasiano announce her passing on January 17, 2024 in her home.



She will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her husband of 57 years Eduardo Ablaza Icasiano, who was by her side when she passed, and her three children, Eduardo “Ted”, Eleanor and Evelyn. She was the beloved mother-in-law...

Jan 8, 2024

Carmella Burgers of Nutley, NJ was called home Monday, January 8, 2024, passing away at the age of 86.  She passed peacefully in her sleep, spending her last days and weeks surrounded by family. Carmella was born on August 29, 1937, in Newark, NJ to Donato and Rose (Corbo) Sierchio.  She graduated from Barringer High School, Newark in 1955; married...

Dec 31, 2023

  Kesselly Pew was born on December 8, 1981 in Monrovia, Montserrado County, Liberia.

Kesselly Pew will be remembered by his three sons; Karrey Pew, Solomon Pew, and Benjamin Pew. He also left behind his loving mother, Maggie Teah, his brother, Christopher Johnson, Loved ones, friends, and relatives.

Kesselly or mighty Kezoo, as some of us always called him, was...

Dec 17, 2023

 

Raphael F Gesumaria, was born in her home in Newark, NJ, and continued to live there for 96 years. She was a caring and kind-hearted person who deeply loved her family. She passed away on December 17, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion.Raphael had a passion for the arts. She found solace and joy in theater...

Dec 6, 2023

 

Karen StackBeloved Wife, Mother, Sister, and FriendWayne, NJ - Karen Stack, a loving and supportive wife, mother and a pillar of strength for her family and friends, passed away on December 6, 2023. She was 62 years old.Born on December 14, 1960, in Belleville, NJ, Karen was the daughter of William and Patricia Cavanaugh. She grew up in a...

Nov 24, 2023

 

Michael (Thomas) Maffei, 64 years old, passed away unexpectedly on November 24, 2023.   Michael was born and raised in Bloomfield, NJ to Eugene and Mae Maffei on November 22, 1959. He attended William Patterson College where he studied music and played baseball.   In 1982 he met the love of his life, Angela. They married on May 31,...

Nov 16, 2023

Richard L Schamber Sr., a beloved carpenter and devoted family man, passed away on November 16, 2023, in Glen Ridge, NJ. He was born on February 3, 1954, in New York, NY. Richard was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness and generosity.Richard's career as a carpenter and home improvement...

Oct 9, 2023

Richard George Schumacher, 79, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023 at West Caldwell Care Center. He was born on December 16, 1943 at Mountainside Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Cheryl, and their son Chad, as well as his mother Mildred Schumacher, his sister Nancy DeNaples and husband James, brother Jon Schumacher and wife Charlotte, as well as his sister-in-law Nancy...

Oct 1, 2023

 

Janice Marie Guarneri (nee) Ragucci, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and dedication. Janice was born on October 22, 1974, in Newark, NJ. She grew up in Bloomfield, with her loving family, her mother Janet Alvarado, and her two sisters Christina and Toniann.  Janice was a graduate of Bloomfield High School's class...

Sep 27, 2023

 

Josephine Busichio, a beloved member of the Bloomfield community, has passed away at the age of 85. Born on February 9, 1938, Josephine brought joy and light into the lives of all who knew her. Her warm personality, caring nature, and outgoing spirit endeared her to countless friends and family members.Throughout her life, Josephine cherished every moment spent with...

Sep 16, 2023

Catherine “Kitty” Treacy (nee Lee) was 93 when she died peacefully at home in Bloomfield,

NJ., on Saturday Sept.16,2023.

 

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in her memory at Saint Thomas the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, Bloomfield, on Wednesday Sept.20th at 10am. (via a live link https://www.youtube.com/live/yPKd5C37yEE?si=Xt2M2XeOBg3OaawB )

Visitation will be on Tuesday Sept. 19th from 4pm-8pm at

Halpin-Bitecola Funeral...

Sep 13, 2023

Juan Rangel, an upstanding citizen with a great sense of humor and a devoted family man, passed away on September 13, 2023. He was born on November 5, 1931, in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Juan was beloved by all who knew him for his warm personality and his deep love for his family.Throughout his life, Juan displayed an unwavering commitment to...

Sep 9, 2023

Cheryl A. Janson, age 76, succumbed to cancer on Sept. 9, 2023 in New Jersey. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, was preceded in death by her husband Ward W Smith, and is survived by her siblings Phyllis and Doug and numerous cousins.

Cheryl earned degrees from The Ohio State University and the University of Wisconsin.  She worked as a...

Sep 1, 2023

Saundra B. Farnham, 74, of Bloomfield, NJ passed away on September 1, 2023, after a brief illness. She was born on June 14, 1949, in Canandaigua, NY and lived in the area until 2013. Saundra was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend to all. 

 

Saundra is survived by her daughters, Margaret (David) Black and Catherine Farnham, her son, John...

Aug 31, 2023

 

Barbara Jean Evans Metro passed away peacefully on August 31st 2023.  Barbara was born on October 17, 1928 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of Charles and Jeanette Evans.  Barbara grew up as a middle child with two brothers, Chas and Dick, whom she was devoted to.  Barbara attended Elmira College and graduated from Mary Washington College in 1950.  She...

Aug 5, 2023

Edmond D. Centuori, 67-year-old longtime Bloomfield resident, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 5, 2023 at University Hospital in Newark, NJ.  Born in 1956 to Italian parents Janet and Edmond Centuori, Edmond learned early in life the value of hard work.  He graduated from Bloomfield High School and went on to own his own moving company, A-1 American Moving Inc.,...

Aug 4, 2023

 

After a brief illness, Samuel Lee Samuels passed away at home on August 4, 2023 at the age of 73.  Shmuel was born to Shaul and Ora Shmueli of Israel and  immigrated to the US in the 1970s.

Samuel is survived by his loving wife Barbara M. Hakim, brother Yorum, nieces Aurelia and Sharonne, brother-in-laws Motie and Robert, sister-in-laws...

Jul 14, 2023

 

Cecilia Agnes Jordan Holle was born to James and Rose Ann Hamill Jordan who had emigrated from Belfast, Ireland (now Northern Ireland) and was raised in the Arlington section of Kearny. She was the ninth of their 10 children. Ceil was active in her community. She was a founding member of The Fr. Washington Club at St. Stephen’s parish...

Jul 10, 2023

James Andrew Kovac left us far too early and unexpectedly in the evening of July 10, 2023 at his home in Panorama City, California. He was 28.

"Jamie," as he was known to his family and many friends, grew up in New Jersey.  Bursting with creative energy and gifted with a quick wit, and natural artistic and musical skill, Jamie...