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David S. Wilson

David S. Wilson

Feb 23, 2025

David S. Wilson Jr., 89, of Holmdel, NJ, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family.

David S. Wilson Jr. was born on April 5th, 1935 in Rutherford, NJ to David Sr. and Jessie Wilson. After graduating from Colgate University, Dave went on to pursue a career in Business...

John (Giovanni) Mazzola

John (Giovanni) Mazzola

Feb 22, 2025

John (Giovanni) Mazzola, 90, of Bradley Beach, New Jersey passed away peacefully on his own terms on February 22, 2025 surrounded by his family members.

John was born in Jersey City, New Jersey on May 27, 1934 to parents, Philip and Giovaninna (DeMarco) John enlisted in the Army in 1954 and spent 2 years in...

Janet Marie Eicke

Janet Marie Eicke

Feb 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janet Marie Eicke, who passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 20, 1952, Janet was a beacon of wisdom, strength, and warmth. She was the backbone of our family, always offering a word of advice, a smart remark, and unwavering...

Rose Pisciotta

Rose Pisciotta

Feb 19, 2025

Rose Pisciotta, 81, of Howell, New Jersey passed away peacefully at home on her own terms on February 19, 2025 surrounded by love.

Rose was born in Brooklyn New York to parents, John and Anne (Crispi) Plantamura on December 5, 1943. She married the love of her life, Vincent in 1965.

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Barbara Hoefling

Barbara Hoefling

Feb 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Hoefling, who left us on February 14, 2025. Barbara was a loving sister, aunt and friend who brought warmth and joy to those who knew her. Barbara found great joy and cherished the company of her family.

Barbara was survived by her sisters...

Gary Edward Rosenberg

Gary Edward Rosenberg

Feb 14, 2025

Gary Edward Rosenberg, 68, passed away on February 14, 2025, in Long Branch, New Jersey.

Born on April 13, 1956, in Rockville Center, New York, Gary graduated from Freehold Township High School as part of the class of 1974 before continuing his education at William Paterson College. His career spanned 23 years at Monmouth University...

Ronald Demeraski

Ronald Demeraski

Feb 13, 2025

Ronald Demeraski, 80, passed away on February 13, 2025, at Brick Hospital. Born on September 9, 1944, in Newark, NJ, he grew up in Harrison, where he developed the strong work ethic and principles that would guide him throughout his life.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force from 1964 to 1968, Ronald transitioned into...

Diane Maltese

Diane Maltese

Feb 11, 2025

Diane Maltese age 76, of Whiting NJ passed away peacefully on February 11th at Community Medical Center (Tom's River), surrounded by her daughter and loving family.

Born on July 10th, 1948, in Newark, NJ Diane was the daughter of Howard and Josephine Manegold. She grew up in Edison alongside her four sisters.

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Teresa "Tess" Honan

Teresa "Tess" Honan

Feb 2, 2025

Teresa “Tess” Honan, 91, passed away on Sunday, February 2nd, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born July 18th, 1933 in Cooraclare, County Clare, Ireland to Sean and Bridget Morrissey.

Tess is survived by her five children William Honan (Karen), Maura McGuinness (Seamus), Geri Robinson (Frank), John Honan (Diane), and Tara McCormack (Tom); eleven...

Joseph Kirk Jr.

Joseph Kirk Jr.

Feb 2, 2025

Joseph Kirk, 81, of Manasquan, passed peacefully on February 2, 2025, at home. Joe was born on April 26th, 1943 in Elizabeth, NJ and was raised in Colonia. After graduating Woodbridge High School in 1961 where he played on the golf team, he was drafted into the Army. He served as an army cook in Germany from 1962-1964. Upon...

Rosalie Gronau Kilper

Rosalie Gronau Kilper

Jan 23, 2025

Rosalie Gronau Kilper, 82, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 23, 2025 at Eatontown NJ.

Rosalie was born on June 2, 1942 in East St. Louis, MO to Walter and Marie Louise Gronau. She was a haut couture fashion model, artist, and advocate for mental health. She began her career in St. Louis...

Charles Joseph Tillson, Jr.

Charles Joseph Tillson, Jr.

Jan 21, 2025

Charles Joseph Tillson Jr, 91, a lifelong resident of Bay Head, NJ passed away at home on January 21st, 2025 surrounded by his family. Charles, also known as Charlie or Chuck, was loved by all who knew him.

He was born on October 31st 1933 to Charles J. Tillson Sr. and Anna B. Baumbauch. Tillson....

Thomas J. "Buddy" Ort

Thomas J. "Buddy" Ort

Jan 19, 2025

Thomas J. (Buddy) Ort, 93, of Spring Lake Heights, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with dementia.

Born on June 14, 1931, in Bayonne, NJ, Tom proudly served his country as an Active Duty Medic in the United States Navy Medical Department from 1952 to 1954, earning...

Walter H. Lippincott, Jr.

Walter H. Lippincott, Jr.

Jan 18, 2025

Walter H. Lippincott Jr. died on January 18, 2025, in Lawrenceville, NJ, two days after his 86th birthday. He is survived by his children, Sophie Ferrer, Hugh Lippincott, and Sammy Prentice, his sister, Helen Jennings, and three grandchildren, Hudson, Archie, and Josie Ferrer.

Walter was born on January 16, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA, the eldest...

Maryann Sblendido

Maryann Sblendido

Jan 16, 2025

Maryann Sblendido (Costello) 84, of Manalapan, New Jersey passed away on January 16, 2025 after a brief battle with cancer.

Born in Manhattan to Mary and Nicholas Costello, she was an only child. In her younger years as a single mom she was an Executive Secretary at Continental Insurance Company for many years before retiring....

Steven Alan Pestreich

Steven Alan Pestreich

Jan 14, 2025

Steven Alan Pestreich, 60, passed away on January 14, 2025, after a courageous three-year battle with Stage 4 bile duct cancer. He departed peacefully at Riverview Medical Center in Redbank, New Jersey, surrounded by his loving family. Throughout his illness, Steven remained a source of hope and inspiration to all who knew him.

Born on...

John "Muskrat Jack" Neary

John "Muskrat Jack" Neary

Jan 11, 2025

John Thomas Neary, better known as Muskrat Jack, or just Jack, passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the age of 75. Jack called Point Boro home for 40 years.

Muskrat Jack devoted his life to the humane rescue and rehabilitation of animals. He served as Animal Control officer...

Glora Janice  Palmero

Glora Janice Palmero

Jan 9, 2025

Gloria Janice Palmero née Griggs, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025. She was 75 years old. She was predeceased by her parents Steven and Anita Griggs.

Gloria was born on February 16, 1949, on Fort Monmouth, NJ. She was raised in a military family who traveled around the world. She was the eldest sibling...

Thomas Charles Mercadante

Thomas Charles Mercadante

Jan 8, 2025

Thomas Charles Mercadante, 100, Belmar, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2025, surrounded by family.

Tom was a WW II Veteran and served in the 37th Motor Vehicle Assembly and M-1 Rifles. He received various Honorary Medals for campaigns throughout Europe including “Good Conduct”. Tom had a lifetime career with South Orange Fire Department until...

Stanley John Baranowski

Stanley John Baranowski

Jan 8, 2025

Stanley John Baranowski passed away on January 8, 2025. He was born December 25, 1934, in Perth Amboy, NJ. He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara (Bendick) Baranowski. He graduated from Perth Amboy High School Class of 1954 where he was active in Basketball, Track & All State Chorus. A proud member of US Marine Corp Stan served...

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