John C Ferriola
Nov 16, 2025
John C. Ferriola, 82, of Paterson passed away on November 16, 2025. Born and raised in Paterson, he was a lifelong resident. Having multiple careers throughout his life, a bass guitarist, a sign painter, a computer technician, a printing press technician, he retired at 78. John was a Classic Car Enthusiast and enjoyed working on cars and music.
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Frank Wojtowicz
Nov 14, 2025
Frank Wojtowicz, 67 of Clifton, passed away on November 14, 2025. Born in Passaic, he was a lifelong resident of Clifton. Frank worked in the Produce Department at Stop & Shop in the Clifton Commons for the past 10 years. An Avid Raiders Fan, Frank enjoyed working on puzzles in puzzle books.
Beloved husband of Mary Jane...
Raymond J. Cherniak
Nov 13, 2025
Raymond J. Cherniak, 99, of Pequannock, passed away on November 13, 2025. Born and raised in Wallington, he lived in Passaic before moving to Pequannock 67 years ago, and was a parishioner of Ss. Peter and Paul's Polish National Catholic Church, Passaic. A US Navy Veteran of WW II, Raymond worked for the Herman Warehouse in So. Hackensack for...
Deborah "Debbie" Giovene
Nov 13, 2025
Deborah "Debbie" Giovene, 73, of Henderson, Nevada—forever a Jersey girl at heart—passed away on November 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Known for her warmth and unwavering devotion to those she cherished, Debbie lived a life defined by love, connection, and celebration.
She is survived by her husband, Bob, and her four children—Justin, Amy,...
Mildred C. Spahr
Nov 13, 2025
Mildred C. Spahr, 97, of Carlstadt, passed away on November 13, 2025.
Born and raised in Clifton, she lived in Garfield and was a resident of Carlstadt for over 70 years. A parishioner of St. Joseph's RC Church, E. Rutherford, Mildred was a secretary for Ellwood S. New Real Estate in Rutherford for 40 years, retiring 20...
Antonio A Vazquez Dominguez
Nov 13, 2025
Antonio A Vazquez Dominguez, 31, of Paterson, passed away on November 13, 2025. Born in Mexico City, DF, Mexico, he lived in Paterson for many years, and was a Trainer at Lifetime Fitness in Florham Park.
Beloved son of Gonzalo Vazquez Garcia and Sonia Dominguez Bustos. Devoted brother of  Irving F. Vazquez and his wife Kimberly Diaz,...
John K. Halupka
Nov 13, 2025
John K. Halupka, 80, of Clifton, passed away on November 13, 2025.
John was born in the small village of Frydman in southern Poland. He emigrated to the U.S. with his parents and two younger siblings in 1961 at the age of 15. The family resided in Clifton for five months before settling in Passaic. John attended...
Elaine Kaiser
Nov 12, 2025
Elaine (Colacurcio) Kaiser, 83, of Passaic passed away on November 12, 2025. Born in Jersey City, she has been a resident of Passaic for many years. Elaine worked as a biology teacher for Passaic High School for 40 years before retiring in 2004. A parishioner of St. Clare RC Church, Clifton, Elaine loved cooking, baking and was an active...
Cesar A. Castaño
Nov 11, 2025
Cesar A. Castaño, 63, of Clifton, passed away on November 11, 2025. Born in Pereira, Colombia, he came to the US in 2000 and settled in Clifton. Cesar worked as an electrician for Anheuser-Busch in Newark for several years. Cesar loved spending time with his family and enjoyed playing video games, sports, especially soccer, and investing in the Stock...
Laurie Roberts
Nov 7, 2025
Laurie (Huk) Roberts, 61, of Bloomfield, passed away suddenly on November 7, 2025. She grew up in Clifton, then made Bloomfield her home for many years. Laurie worked as a dedicated surgical coordinator for Summit Health Group in Clifton for over 15 years, where her warmth and compassion touched many lives.
Laurie found joy in life's simple...
Manuel Perez
Nov 6, 2025
Manuel Perez, 60, of Clifton passed away on November 6, 2025. Born in Paterson, he has been a resident of Clifton for over 35 years. Manuel enjoyed old western movies, gardening, and going to church. Manuel loved birds, lizards and hamsters.
Devoted son of Luz (Rodriguez) Perez and the late Manuel A. Perez. Loving brother of Eduardo...
Sejal J Patel
Nov 6, 2025
Sejal J. Patel, 50 of Nutley, passed away on November 6, 2025.
Born in Nadiad, Gujarat, India, she came to the US in 2001 and lived in Cedar Park before moving to Nutley. A Lab Technician for Idexx in Totowa for 13 years, Sejal enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family, as well as watching movies...
Joseph A. Tomon
Nov 5, 2025
Joseph A. Tomon, 69 of Bloomfield passed away on November 5, 2025. Born in Montclair, he has been a resident of Bloomfield for many years. Joseph worked in construction for several years. He enjoyed the race track.
Beloved son of the late Joseph Tomon and Mary (Maciaszcyk). Dear brother of Theresa Kalan and her husband Vincent. Loving...
Catherine D. Robertson
Nov 1, 2025
Catherine D. Robertson, 69 of Clifton, passed away on November 1, 2025. Born and raised in Paterson, Catherine a Caregiver, was a resident of Clifton for over 38 years, and was a parishioner of St. Brendan's RC Church, Clifton.
Beloved wife for 37 years of the late Robert Robertson who passed away in 2024. Devoted sister of...
Mahendra V. Shah
Oct 30, 2025
"It is with profound sorrow and deepest affection that we announce the peaceful passing of Mahendra V. Shah on October 30, 2025, at the age of 79 in New Jersey.
Surrounded by the loving embrace of his devoted family, he departed this world with the same grace and serenity that defined his remarkable life. Born on February...
Rosa Vargas
Oct 29, 2025
Rosa Vargas, 77, of Passaic passed away on October 29, 2025. Born in San Nicolas Tolentino, Puebla, Mexico, Rosa came to the US in 2004 and settled in Passaic. A devoted Catholic, she was beloved by her family and friends and was known as an incredible cook who loved to dance.
Beloved wife of the late Vicente...
Betty Aldana
Oct 28, 2025
Betty Aldana, 68 of Saddle Brook, passed away on October 28, 2025. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, she came to the US and settled in Saddle Brook. Before retiring, Betty was the owner of Enterprise Associates, LLC, Saddle Brook for many years.
Beloved wife for 38 years of Anibal Arnoldo Aldana. Devoted mother of Adrian and Gabrielle Aldana....
Nilsa I. Vazquez
Oct 28, 2025
Nilsa I. Vazquez, 67, of Bloomfield passed away on October 28, 2025. Born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, she traveled to Queens, NY, in 1972 and later lived in Passaic and Clifton before settling in Bloomfield. Nilsa worked as a fabric cutter for St. Mary's Hospital, Passaic, for 18 years. A devoted parishioner of Springs of Life Church, Clifton, she...
Marian Bryja
Oct 28, 2025
Marian Bryja, 81, of Middletown, formerly of Clifton, passed away on October 28, 2025.
Born in Poland, he came to the US in 1979 and settled in Clifton before moving to Middletown in July. A parishioner of St. Joseph's RC Church, Passaic, Marian was a machine operator for many years, retiring several years ago.
Beloved...
Arunkumar Shah
Oct 27, 2025
Arunkumar Shah, 86, of Passaic passed away on October 27, 2025.
Visitation and Puja services will be held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 9-11AM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton. Cremation to follow at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, 255 Main Ave., Clifton.
