Obituaries

Jun 1, 2024

Jean (nee Polito) Artificio, 105, of Lyndhurst, New Jersey passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2024.  Devoted wife of the late Louis Artifico.  Beloved mother of Janet & her husband Peter Bacilo and Robert & his wife Carol Artificio.  Dear sister of Phyllis Anagnos, Theresa Ruocco, Susan Artificio, Ann Lampasona, Yolanda Stinziano, and Margaret Basile.  Cherished grandmother of Suzanne &...

May 31, 2024

Ellen Patricia Brown, 69, of Little Falls, New Jersey passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024.  Beloved wife of Wayne Brown.  Loving mother of Matt & his wife Randi, Chris & his wife Vanessa, and Sean & his wife Katie.  Cherished grandmother of Aiden, Aidan, Giada, Cameron, Kayleigh, Izzy, Aria, Liam, and Austin.  Dear sister of Johnny, Sissy, Teresa, Patrick,...

May 29, 2024

Muriel Hansen, born on March 19, 1927, Kenilworth, NJ, peacefully passed away at her home May 29, 2024. She leaves behind grieving family members and friends including her husband of 70 years, David P. Hansen, daughters Carolyn H. Iacoviello & Suzanne P. Hansen, son-in-law John M. Iacoviello, grandsons Jeffrey P. Iacoviello and Andrew P. Iacoviello, as well as nieces and...

May 29, 2024

Luigi Felice Morsella, 79, of Lyndhurst New Jersey, passed away on the morning of Wednesday May 29, 2024. He was a beloved husband of Rina (Russillo) Morsella, a loving father to Marco & his wife Melissa and youngest son Claudio. He was born in Italy and grew up with his dear siblings Oreste, Maria, Dino and Tony. He was a loved...

May 26, 2024

May 26, 2024

Janice A. (nee Schreib) Harraka, 79, of Fairfield, New Jersey, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024. Beloved wife of Louis N. Harraka. Loving mother of George & his wife Darcey Harraka, Louis C. Harraka and Debra Harraka. Cherished grandmother of Kelly, Nick, Mike, Kayla, Jeffrey, Daniel and Alison. Dear sister of the late Ronnie Schrieb. Mrs. Harraka was a...

May 25, 2024

Trinity Perez's life was a testament to sweetness, beauty, and a vibrant spirit that endeared her to everyone she met. Born on January 6, 2012, at Holy Name Hospital, her presence brought light and joy to her family and friends from the very beginning. It is with heavy heart that we announce her passing on May 25, 2024, at the...

May 21, 2024

Coghlan, Robert, 73, of North Arlington, New Jersey.  Beloved husband of Bernadette (nee Gordon) Coghlan; Loving father of Ryan and Amy (Robert) Zbacnik; Dear brother of Gary, Brian, and Patti Coghlan; Cherished grandfather of Quinn, Russell, and Gwen. Also survived by his sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and too many cousins to count. Robert was a compassionate, kindhearted family man who...

May 18, 2024

May 16, 2024

Patricia (née Donnelly) Woelpper, of Bergen County, New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, peacefully in the presence of family at her daughter’s home in Charlotte, NC. Patricia was born at Wadsworth Hospital in Manhattan, New York, on March 11, 1949. Her parents were Michael Conrad Donnelly and Bridget (née Conolen) Donnelly. At the time of Pat’s birth, the Donnelly family resided in...

May 16, 2024

Jaime R. Mena , 58,  of North Arlington, New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024.  He was born on December 10, 1965 in El Salvador to Rolando and Dora (Monterrosa) Mena. Beloved husband of Bonnie A. Mena. Loving father of Doris & her husband Kevin Mehnert, Jason Mena, Arianna Mena, Hannah Mena and Daniel Gonzalez. Dear brother of Liliana...

May 16, 2024

Ellen Marie Lynch, 64, of Englishtown, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Born and raised in Jersey City, NJ, Ellen dedicated her life to public service and community protection.Ellen served as a respected Hudson County Sheriff and retired as a distinguished officer of the Jersey City Police Department. Her commitment to law enforcement and her community...

May 14, 2024

May 13, 2024

Cordero, Frank, 82, of Nutley, New Jersey, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024.  Beloved husband of 65 years to Kathleen A. (nee Dente) Cordero.  Loving father of Frank & his wife Jean Marie Cordero and Carmen Cordero.  Dear brother of Jack Cordero, James Cordero and the late John "Babe" Cordero.  Cherished grandfather of Sydney, Carmen Jr. and Paige.  Mr. Cordero was a Longshoreman and...

May 12, 2024

Visitation and services are private.

May 9, 2024

Lieutenant Michael Failace (Ret), 58, of Lyndhurst, New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024.  Beloved son of Frank & the late Kathryn Failace.  Loving father of Jessica Failace and Michael Failace, Jr.  Dear brother of Frank Jr. & his wife Lisa Failace.  Michael is survived by loving family and friends.  In times of greatest need, Mike was recognized...

May 9, 2024

Donald Rawa, 73, a lifelong resident of Lyndhurst, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 9th, 2024 after a long, brave battle with cancer.  An avid outdoorsman Donald was one of the senior members of The Sportsmen Club of Lyndhurst where he enjoyed fishing and hunting.  Donald served in the Army and was a proud Vietnam Veteran.  Much of...

May 8, 2024

Mae Nalesnik, a loving, spirited, and intelligent woman, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on January 22, 1931, in Passaic, NJ, Mae's early years were marked by the love and guidance of her parents, Anna and Anthony Pedevillano, and of her brothers, Angelo and Vincent.Family was the cornerstone of Mae's world. She was...

May 8, 2024

Elvera Falduto (nee Lombardi), 103, of Passaic, New Jersey, formerly of Lyndhurst, died on May 8, 2024.  The daughter of the late Ciro & Louisa Lombardi.  Wife of the late Joseph C. Falduto.  Survived by her brother Ciro (Jerry) Lombardi.  Also many nieces and newphews.  Funeral Service Monday 1PM at the Ippolito-Stellato Funeral Home, 425 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst.  Interment Hillside...

May 7, 2024

Valente, Lorenzo, 77, of Palisades Park, New Jersey, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024.  Beloved husband of Francesca (nee LaForgia) Valente.  Loving father of Michael & his wife Nichole Valente, Lorenzo Jr. & his wife Megan Valente, Angela & her husband Donald Marinelli and the late Anthony Valente.  Dear brother of Angelo Valente, Cosmo Valente and the late Frank Valente....