Obituaries

Aug 29, 2024

Mary A. Ring’s zest for life did not come to an end with her passing. Mary, our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024, just shy of her 92nd birthday. In her last days, Mary was surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives by her...

Aug 23, 2024

Maryann Ciraulo (nee Ackerson), cherished mother, grandmother, and devoted educator, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at the age of 74. Born in the Bronx, NY, on September 4, 1949, she was raised in Englewood Cliffs, NJ. Maryann's early years were marked by academic and artistic pursuits, which shaped her lifelong commitment to learning and creativity. 

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Aug 14, 2024

Julia Elizabeth Venusti (née Montefalcone), 87, formally of Leonia and Cranbury, NJ, passed away on August 14, 2024, in St. Petersburg, FL. She was the beloved wife of the late Richard Venusti. Julia was the loving mother of Robert Venusti and Lisa Rosenbaum, and the devoted mother-in-law of Alan Rosenbaum. She was a proud and caring grandmother to Lauren Cross...

Aug 13, 2024

Michael D. Lee, age 79, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born and raised in Jersey City Heights to the late Annie and John Lee. Beloved husband to Sophie (nee Bahen), loving father to son Michael and daughter Michele, and cherished brother to Kenny & his wife Marion, and Johnny....

Aug 13, 2024

Burgagni, Josephine A, 86, of North Arlington, New Jersey, passed away on August 13, 2024. Beloved wife of Giorgio Burgagni. Loving mother the late Alfred & his wife Maria Burgagni, George & his wife Francesca Burgagni, Nara & her husband Robert Rodriguez, and Nicholas & his wife Kisha Burgagni. Dear sister of the late Mary Carbone, the late Victoria Mucciolo,...

Aug 10, 2024

Michael Francis Foerster of Lyndhurst, passed away Saturday, August 10, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born in New York City on March 20, 1942, to Elizabeth and Frank Foerster. He spent his early years in Ohio, and eventually settled with his family in North Bergen where he forged life-long friendships and met his wife Georgette.Before his retirement,...

Aug 9, 2024

Lucy (nee DeMario) Porcino,91, of Fairfield, New Jersey passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, August 9, 2024. Beloved wife of the late John Porcino. Loving mother of Mary Laido, Michael & his wife Karin Dakak, Diane & her husband Andy Laurice, and John & his wife Michele Porcino. Cherished grandmother of Anthony Laido, Michael Laido,...

Aug 2, 2024

James Cassano of Palisades Park passed away on August 2, 2024. Beloved son of Janet Cassano and the late Ronald Cassano. Loving brother of Francine Beck and her husband George Sr. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. James enjoyed all sports and music, but will mostly be remembered for his many acting performances. Family will receive friends Friday, August...

Aug 1, 2024

Louise Bowman, 68, of East Rutherford, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024. Born in Brooklyn, NY to Clorinda and the late John Gori. Beloved wife of the late Gilbert W. Bowman. Loving mother of Nicholas Bowman & his fiancé Aimee, and Jessica & her husband Daniel Picinich. Dear niece, cousin, and friend to many.Louise met Gil while...

Aug 1, 2024

Jul 29, 2024

Jul 29, 2024

Philip Anthony Bucaro, 90, of Wood-Ridge, New Jersey passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Ethel Crystal(nee Stevens) Bucaro. Loving father of Martha & her husband Brian Schenkenberger. Cherished grandfather of Meghan & her husband Kevin Urban, Kristoffer & his wife Misty Schenkenberger, Steffen Schenkenberger, and Kevin Schenkenberger. Adored great-grandfather of Tieghan Catalano, Elizabeth Schenkenberger,...

Jul 29, 2024

Jul 25, 2024

Jul 25, 2024

Lanni, Filomena (Phyllis), 102, of Brookdale Senior Living, West Orange, New Jersey, passed away on July 25, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Lanni. Devoted daughter of the late Frank & Irene Frega. Loving mother of Robert Daniel Sr. & his wife Patricia M. Lanni, and Irene Carol & her husband Harold R. Stehling, Jr. Dear sister of the...

Jul 25, 2024

Kelly, David Anthony, 44, of Denville, New Jersey, passed away on July 25, 2024. Devoted son of Michele (nee Russo) & the late James Kelly. Beloved fiancé of Shaina Gallagher. Loving daddy of Phoenix, Paige, & Hunter Kelly. Dear brother of Michael Russo, James & his wife Lisa Kelly, Marguerite & her husband Anthony Ku, Michele & her husband Tom...

Jul 21, 2024

Jul 21, 2024

Aldo Virginio (65) of Woodland Park, NJ passed away on Sunday, July 21st, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous and long-fought battle with Esophageal Cancer. His time on this earth may seem short, but he leaves behind a long legacy of incredible achievements and an everlasting impact on the hearts of all those he encountered.

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Jul 20, 2024

Jul 20, 2024

Merle, Joseph , 97, of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, passed away on July 20, 2024 in the comfort of his home surrounded by family. Beloved husband of the late Terry Merle. Loving father of Joseph C. & his wife Arlene Merle, Lucille & her husband Dennis Van Dyk, Frank Merle, and Theresa M. Merle. Cherished grandfather of David & his wife...