Obituaries

Feb 16, 2024

Rosalie Protocollo,(nee: Fiore) 91, has peacefully passed away at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 30, 1932, in Vasto, Abruzzo, Italy, Rosalie's kindness, generosity, and dedication to her family were the cornerstones of her life.  Beloved wife of the late Mario.  Loving mother of Anthony & his wife Pamela and Joseph & his wife Gladys, cherished...

Feb 15, 2024

Feb 14, 2024

Vincent S. Przybylinski, age 86, of Fairfield, NJ, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2024 with family by his side.

Born on February 9, 1938 in Montclair, NJ, Vincent grew up in Bloomfield.  In 1956, he graduated from Bloomfield High School, where he was a standout baseball player.  Upon graduation, Vincent proudly served in the U.S. Army, where he spent time...

Feb 12, 2024

Eva Antisz, 100, lifelong resident of Bayonne passed Monday February 12th surrounded by her loving family. Born in Bayonne on Prospect Avenue to Andrew & Catherine (nee Fusak) Szmaida, April 9, 1923. She helped raise her 3 brothers Michael, Paul and George. She shared her beautiful voice in the St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church Choir for many years. Eva joins...

Feb 12, 2024

Donald Dioniggi Ricciardi, 80, of Bradley Beach, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024.  Beloved father of Lisa & her husband Robert Boyd Brush II and Michele Ricciardi.  Dear brother of the late Peter J. & his surviving wife Patricia Norcia and the late Michele Mercier.  Adored grandfather of Connor Joseph.  Loving uncle of Peter J. Norcia, Jr.,...

Feb 10, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Joseph Petocz of Fairfield, NJ. Joseph died peacefully in his home on February 10, 2024, he was 86 years old. 

 

Joseph was born in Hungary on September 15, 1937 to Janos & Lidia. He was the oldest of four siblings (Janos, Sara & Lidia). He was trained as a...

Feb 7, 2024

Maritza M. Soza, known for her contagious laughter and smile, passed away on February 7, 2024, in Jersey City, NJ after courageously battling stomach cancer. She was born on October 17, 1958, in Matagalpa, Nicaragua to Jorge and Ignacia Rayo (née Rugama). She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother.

Maritza was deeply involved in her church community. As an active...

Feb 4, 2024

Michael J. McGlynn 84, of Nutley, New Jersey passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024.  Former spouse of Anne Marie McGlynn.  Beloved father of Michael & his wife Linda McGlynn and Kim & her husband Anthony Manna.  Cherished grandfather of Tara & her husband EJ Medina, Jeanine McGlynn, Brittany Manna, Michelle & her husband Joseph Fricker, and Shannon & her...

Feb 3, 2024

MaryAnne B. (nee Bonelli) LaScola, 79, of Ormond Beach, Florida passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024.  Beloved wife of John Henry LaScola.  Loving mother of Thomas Cerbo, Paul LaScola, Michael Cerbo, Sharise LaScola, Sharon LaScola, John LaScola, and Tammy LaScola.  Cherished grandmother of Thomas LaScola, Michael Cerbo Jr., Divvia Collins, Rebecca Cerbo, Gianna Cerbo, Austin Collins, Nicholas Gray LaScola,...

Jan 31, 2024

O'Rourke, Ann Theresa (nee Crehan), 91, of Middletown, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 31, 2024.

Ann was born and raised in Boston, MA. She graduated from Hyde Park High School in 1950 and worked at Travelers Insurance and Boston Lying In Hospital while living in her beloved hometown. In 1961, she and her husband, Joe, moved to Fairfield, NJ,...

Jan 30, 2024

Rosalia Letizia, 54, of Clinton, NJ passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.  Beloved daughter of Rosa (nee Occhiuzzi) & the late Antonio Letizia.  Loving companion of Jim Szarek.  Dear step-mother of Rocco & Riley Szarek.  Devoted sister of Jennifer Letizia and the late Tommy Letizia. Cherished aunt of Antonio & his wife Heidi, Thomas & Paul Letizia, and Matthew...

Jan 30, 2024

Nancy J. Leardo, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend passed away on January 30, 2024, leaving a void in the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on December 26, 1960, in Belleville, NJ to Robert and Naomi Swineford, Nancy's life was filled with love, kindness, and an unwavering devotion to her family.

Nancy dedicated over 20...

Jan 28, 2024

Anthony Manno, a cherished family man, dedicated firefighter, and lifelong sports enthusiast, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2024, at the age of 84. Born on May 14, 1939, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Anthony grew up in a loving household with his parents Anthony and Mary (Caroll) Manno, alongside his siblings Ralph, Thomas, and Camille.

Anthony's formative years in Bayonne were...

Jan 25, 2024

Robert Joseph Ober, 88, of Fairfield, New Jersey passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Beloved husband of Myrtle (nee Hess) Ober. Loving father of Robert J. Ober, Jr. & his wife Joyce and Irene Shanahan. Cherished grandfather of Michelle, Robert III, Kimberly, Jason, Donnie & Jenny. Adored great-grandfather of 13. Brother of the late Henry Ober. Mr. Ober was...

Jan 24, 2024

Dominick Ranieri, 95, of Fairfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2024.

Dominick was born on December 1, 1928 in Satriano (Provincia Calabria), Italy. When he was 18, he left his beloved hometown to pursue the wondrous opportunities awaiting him in America.

Upon arriving in the United States in 1947, Dominick settled in Newark. He joined Carpenters Union...

Jan 22, 2024

Pauline Ann Minardi, affectionately known as Paula, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024, at the age of 92 surrounded by her beloved family. Born to Emilia and Anthony Del Russo on September 10, 1931, in Newark, NJ, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering faith.

Paula was the beloved wife of the late Carmine V. Minardi and...

Jan 18, 2024

James M. MacDonald, 63, of Cedar Grove, formerly of Hackensack, passed away at Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair on Thursday afternoon, January 18th.

He was born in Teaneck to the late James A., Jr. and Margaret M. (Hoar) MacDonald and grew up in Maywood and Wood Ridge.

He graduated from Wood Ridge High School in 1978 and went on to earn a...

Jan 16, 2024

Patricia (nee Stephens) Gill, 78, of Lyndhurst, New Jersey passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. She was born in Jersey City, NJ to the late Robert & Marie Stephens. Beloved wife of the late Martin Gill. Loving mother of Kelly & her husband Mark Tahmoosh and the late Daniel Gill. Cherished grandmother of Aidan and Kerri. Dear sister of...

Jan 14, 2024

Helen Wolfelsperger (nee Rickershauser), age 88, of Fairfield, NJ passed peacefully on January 14, 2024.  Growing up in North Arlington, NJ, she was raised in a close and loving home that included her late parents, Helen and Frederick Rickershauser, her sister, the late Lorraine Rickershauser, as well as her maternal grandparents.  She attended Queen of Peace Church and graduated from Queen of Peace High School. 

Upon graduation from high school, she continued working at Prudential in...

Jan 13, 2024

Stephen Paul Sabol, 84, of Fairfield, New Jersey passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024. Beloved Frances Sarah (nee Marmo) Sabol. Loving father of Stephen Sabol, Jr. and Melinda Librizzi. Cherished grandfather of Frank and Daniel Librizzi. Dear brother of Michael and Patricia Sabol. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Mr. Sabol was drafted to the...