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Domenica Panetta

Domenica Panetta

Dec 20, 2024

Domenica Panetta, 93, of Fort Lee, NJ passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Giorgio. Loving mother of Rocco Panetta and his wife Maria and Joseph Panetta and his wife Eli. Adored Nonni of Giorgio Panetta and his wife Valerie, Vincenzo Panetta, Nina Panetta, and Daniela Panetta. 

 

Domenica came to Fort Lee from Reggio, Calabria, Italy...

Ernestine Favato

Ernestine Favato

Dec 19, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ernestine Buchalski Favato on December 19, 2024 at the age of 86. 

Born on July 3, 1938 in Jersey City to Charles and Mary Sofia, she lived most of her life on Staten Island, NY and later moved to the Jersey shore area.

She was the beloved wife of Anthony Favato,...

Damian E. Fulcher

Damian E. Fulcher

Dec 18, 2024

Damian Fulcher, 56, passed away on Wednesday December 18, 2024 after a long illness. Raised in North Arlington, he was a 1986 graduate of Queen of Peace High School. Damian followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather as a third generation electrician in IBEW Local 164. 

In May 1997, he married his beloved wife, Veronica. Together they raised their...

Joseph A. Fatigante

Joseph A. Fatigante

Dec 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph Fatigante, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who left us on December 18, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on June 18, 1941, in Newark, NJ, Joseph brought immense joy and love to those around him during his lifetime.

Joseph dedicated his professional life to ensuring the...

Phyllis Mandaglio

Phyllis Mandaglio

Dec 17, 2024

Phyllis Mandaglio (nee Parisi), 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Calabria, Italy, she immigrated to the United States and settled in New Jersey. Phyllis was dedicated to her family and enjoyed gardening needlepoint, sewing, Italian music, and was a wonderful cook and baker.

She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother,...

Joan Acuna

Joan Acuna

Dec 14, 2024

Joan E. (nee McGarry) Acuna, 89, of Nutley, New Jersey entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 14, 2024.  

Devoted daughter of the late John and Lillian (Messer) McGarry. Loving mother of Linda and her husband Chris Eli. Cherished grandmother of Christopher Jr. and Allison Eli. Wife of the late Anthony Acuna. Dear sister of Kathleen Rinaldi, and the late...

Ciro Sarra

Ciro Sarra

Dec 14, 2024

Ciro Sarra, 76, of Lyndhurst passed away on December 14, 2024. Beloved husband of Rosa Sarra (nee Grippo). Loving father of Donna Nagy, Maria Sharafi and her husband Hassan. Adored grandfather of Juliana Nagy, Christian Nagy, Oliver Sharafi and Gerard Sharafi. Cherished brother of Giuseppina Sarra. Dear uncle of Pinouccio Valisena and his wife Rosemary and Rosetta Valisena. Loved by...

Mario Santangelo

Mario Santangelo

Dec 14, 2024

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mario Santangelo, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Born on November 27, 1951 in Stio, Salerno, Italy to Antonio and Pasqualina before immigrating to Jersey City in 1967. It was there that Mario began his work with PSE&G. He worked his way up the ranks before retiring as a District Supervisor....

Jeffrey Oxnard, Jr.

Jeffrey Oxnard, Jr.

Dec 12, 2024

Jeffrey P. Oxnard, Jr., 53, of Wall, New Jersey passed away on December 12, 2024. Born on May 8, 1971 to Jeffrey Oxnard, Sr. & Susan K Violick in Englewood, NJ. Beloved husband of Elizabeth "Liz" Griffin. Loving father of Danielle Oxnard. Dear brother of Steve and Greg Oxnard. Cherished uncle of Nadia, Emma and Dylan.

Jeff was the...

Michael Daniel Cronin

Michael Daniel Cronin

Dec 8, 2024

Michael D. Cronin, a cherished soul and embodiment of courage, wisdom, and love, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, at the venerable age of 95 in East Orange, NJ. Born on August 4, 1929, in Jersey City, NJ, Michael's journey was marked by dedication to family, country, and community.

Michael's early life in Jersey City set the stage for a...

Donata Cannarozzi

Donata Cannarozzi

Dec 8, 2024

Cannarozzi, Donata (nee: Coccia) 93 of Lyndhurst, born in Italy and immigrated to the United States in 1958, previously from Hoboken and North Bergen, passed away on December 8, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Beloved wife of the late Pasquale Cannarozzi. Loving mother of Juliette Coccia & her husband Tony, Theresa Cannarozzi, Pat Cannarozzi, and Maria Cannarozzi & her...

John Richards

John Richards

Dec 7, 2024

Jeb, (John Richards), 72, born and raised in Lyndhurst, passed away at home surrounded by family on December 7, 2024. Jeb was a loving husband, father, pop-pop, brother, uncle, son in law, and friend.

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Richards, his mother, Annette Richards, son, John Richards, daughter, Lindsay Richards, grandson, Liam Moya, siblings, Stephen Richards,...

Joann Sweeney

Joann Sweeney

Dec 6, 2024

Joann Sweeney (nee Slaby), loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother, and cherished sister, passed away peacefully on December 6th, 2024, at the age of 72 in Hackensack, NJ. Born on November 25th, 1952, in Shamokin, PA, Joann's zest for life and her unwavering spirit left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing her. 

Joann's journey through life...

Sabina Morsella

Sabina Morsella

Nov 29, 2024

Sabina (Di Salvo) Morsella, born in Casale, Provence of Campobasso (Molise) Italy, immigrated to the United States with her family in 1955. They settled first in Jersey City, NJ then in Dayton, Ohio where Sabina worked part-time at a local hospital cafeteria while attending night school to learn to read and write English. In 1961 she returned to Italy and...

Kathleen Parnofiello

Kathleen Parnofiello

Nov 28, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Kathleen Parnofiello, age 76, of Boca Raton, Florida, on November 28, 2024. Born on March 30, 1948, in Newark, New Jersey, Kathleen dedicated her life to serving others as a social worker for the New Jersey Division of Youth and Family Services. Her compassionate spirit and unwavering commitment...

Rina Palazzo

Rina Palazzo

Nov 26, 2024

Rina Tina Palazzo, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on November 26, 2024, in Slatington, PA. Born on September 25, 1935, in West New York, NJ. She dedicated her life to her family, work, and community. Rina moved to Slatington, PA in 1990. She was a proud member of the Lehigh County Pennsylvania School Retirees. She...

Jeanette Kirkos

Jeanette Kirkos

Nov 24, 2024

Jeanette Kirkos,90, of Lyndhurst, NJ peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Born on November 14, 1934 to George & Julia Margetis, Jeanette lived a life filled with love, grace, and kindness.

Beloved wife of the late George Kirkos. Loving mother of James & his wife Joanne and Nicholas & his wife Sandi. Cherished grandmother of Christopher & his wife...

Harold W. Sommers

Harold W. Sommers

Nov 21, 2024

Harold W. Sommers, a beloved father and grandfather, passed away on November 21, 2024, in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, at the age of 81. He was born on June 24, 1943, in Jersey City. He moved to North Arlington at age 17,  before settling in Lyndhurst since 1968. Harold dedicated many years of his life to his work and his family.

Harold,...

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