Obituaries

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...

Jul 5, 2023

 

Peter John "Pete" Comey, a self-employed tax accountant, chef, and former substitute math teacher, passed away peacefully on July 5 at his home in New York City. Eager to enter the world, Pete was born in his parents’ car outside their apartment in Brentwood, MO, on March 24, 1963.  

The Comey family moved to Glen Ridge, NJ in 1966, where Pete...

Jul 3, 2023

 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mariano M. Laya, Jr., lovingly known as "Jun." He peacefully departed this world on July 3, 2023, at St. Mary's Hospital in Passaic at the age of 78.

 Jun held a Bachelor's in Medical Technology and practiced at The Makati Medical Center in the Philippines.

 Jun was a...

Jul 1, 2023

 

Rosalind Preston Westcott Michel, a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023 at her home in Succasunna. Born October 18,1940 in Orange, NJ to Doris and Harold Westcott, Rosalind’s selfless and generous heart touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Rosalind attended The Beard School in Orange NJ...

Jun 21, 2023

 

NETTIE MYKITYSHYN MACRAE

The Last of the Mykityshyn Sisters

                                                                                                                                               

Nettie Mykityshyn Macrae passed away at the age of 98 years on June 21, 2023.  She was born  in Jersey City on February 10, 1925 to Michael and Nettie (nee Ushay) Mykityshyn.  She was the sixth of seven sisters: Anna Riesen, Pauline Bogan, Lulu Mykityshyn, Olga O’Reilly, Vera...

Jun 19, 2023

Elizabeth Arvelo (nee Zapata)  passed away at Clara Maass Hospital in Belleville on June 19, 2023, at the age of 70. She is survived by her loving husband Hemeregildo Arvelo, her two sons Reinaldo Arvelo and Ricardo Arvelo, and four grandchildren, Aria, Ricardo Jr., Rafael, and Annalesse. She is also survived by her two brothers Negro Zapata and Edwin Zapata....

Jun 10, 2023

Walter O’Keefe passed away peacefully on June 10, 2023, from natural causes at age 86. He is survived by his four children, Kelly, Kevin, Michael and Lynne and six grandchildren, Connor, Tristan, Ashley, Brianna, Kathryn and Mitchell.Walter had fond memories of growing up in Brooklyn, playing on the streets with his friends, shooting marbles, playing stickball, and riding the subway. His...

Jun 4, 2023

 

Dominick G. Meola, of Bloomfield, entered into eternal life on Sunday, June 4th, 2023. He was 98.

Dominick enjoyed playing golf, pool, and cards.  You could also find him outside gardening. What he was most know for was being a family man.  Everything he did was for the love of his family.

Dominick was predeceased by the love of his...

Jun 4, 2023

 

On Sunday June 4, 2023, Allen Walsh, a lifetime resident of Bloomfield, passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 90.

As a young man, Al worked on a farm in Bloomfield, he also hunted and rode horses around the area. He would recall the days before the GS Parkway, when he explored the area on horseback...

May 25, 2023

On Thursday May 25, 2023, Maria Del Carmen Pabon Troche, passed away. She was 62 years old.

Maria was an avid animal lover and enjoyed watching Animal Planet. She also collected animal figurines and has an extensive collection of roosters in particular. She also loved listening to music.

Maria was predeceased by one sister. Maria is survived by five loving...

May 9, 2023

 

Robert Stephan Hayes “Bobby”, 70, passed away on 5/9/2023 at his residence in Bloomfield, NJ.  He was born on 8/3/1952 in Newark, NJ to Stephen and Olga Hayes.  Bobby has no surviving family members.  However, he will be greatly missed by many dear friends.

Bobby graduated Essex Catholic High School in Newark in 1970 and continued his education at...

May 9, 2023

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...