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Hugo R. Argandona

Hugo R. Argandona

Jan 15, 2025

Hugo R. Argandona, 83, of Paterson, passed away on January 15, 2025. Born in Guayaquil, Ecuador, he came to the US in 1984 and settled in Paterson.

A parishioner of Ss. Cyril & Methodius RC Church, Clifton, Hugo was a Cabinet Maker for IPF International, Paterson for over 20 years before retiring.

Beloved husband of...

Helene Mary Torkos

Helene Mary Torkos

Jan 15, 2025

Helene Mary (Martin) Torkos, 78, of Clifton passed away on January 15, 2025. Born in Paterson, she has been a resident of Clifton for many years. Helene worked as a secretary for ITT, Clifton, before retiring.

Beloved wife of Joseph Torkos, Jr.. Devoted mother of Joseph M. Torkos and his wife Dawn and Michael S. Torkos and...

Halina Mysliwiec

Halina Mysliwiec

Jan 15, 2025

God's hands come in many forms. Clergy, military, police, doctors, and teachers carry out His daily work. But today, God called one of His bravest children, one with many names… a woman, a wife, a mother, and a friend. On January 15th, 2025, God welcomed Halina Mysliwiec, 76, home to His kingdom.

Halina Mysliwiec was a true...

Radhaben Patel

Radhaben Patel

Jan 13, 2025

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 10:30AM - 12:30PM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton. Cremation to follow at East Ridgelawn Cemetery, 255 Main Ave., Clifton.

Ronald Emil Olszowy

Ronald Emil Olszowy

Jan 13, 2025

Ronald Emil Olszowy, Sr., 78, of Clifton. Sunrise April 17, 1946 ~ Sunset January 13, 2025.

Born in Passaic he lived most of his life in Lodi, Passaic, Kinnelon and Little Falls before settling in Clifton 9 years ago. A parishioner of St. Clare's RC Church, Clifton,  Ron was aformer St. Clare CYO coach and former President...

James T. Russnak

James T. Russnak

Jan 11, 2025

James T. Russnak, 52 of Hopatcong, formerly of Clifton passed away on January 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Passaic, James lived most of his life in Clifton before moving to Hopatcong. A self employed general contractor, James worked for many years in construction and could fix anything, and had also worked for Home...

Raquel Santos Peskosky

Raquel Santos Peskosky

Jan 8, 2025

Raquel Santos Peskosky, 30, of Clifton passed away surrounded by her loving family on January 8th, 2025 after a valiant fight against cancer.  Raquel had a vigorous passion for life, adventure, nature, and especially turtles.

Born in São Paulo, Brasil, Raquel immigrated to the United States in 2002 and lived in Flemington, Basking Ridge, and Jersey City,...

Esperanza Torrico Gamonal

Esperanza Torrico Gamonal

Jan 7, 2025

Esperanza Torrico Gamonal, 80, of Hackensack passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Lima, Peru, she traveled to the US in 1998 and settled in Hackensack.

Beloved mother of Mariella Arboleda, Juan Carlos Arboleda and Maria Elena Rios Torrico. Loving grandmother of Michael Anthony and Jonathan Christopher Caldas, Anitza, Ana, Carlos and George Arboleda, Celeste Consuelo...

Subramanian Thenkarai Venkataraman

Subramanian Thenkarai Venkataraman

Jan 7, 2025

With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of our dad, Subramanian, more affectionately known as TVS. He came from humble beginnings and settled down in Chennai with his wife to lay the foundation for their life.

He was an amazing father and an incredible husband always known for his quick wit. I am grateful for and...

Gregoria "Nibia" M. Arias

Gregoria "Nibia" M. Arias

Jan 7, 2025

Gregoria "Nibia" M. Arias, 94, of Clifton passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Esperanza, Las Villas, Cuba, she traveled to the US on April 10, 1966 and lived in Passaic and Miami before settling in Clifton. A parishioner of First Baptist Church of Passaic, Gregoria worked as a seamstress before retiring.

Beloved wife of the...

Volodymyr V. Shchur

Volodymyr V. Shchur

Jan 4, 2025

Volodymyr V. Shchur, 88, of Nutley, passed away on January 4th, 2025. Born in Holhocha, Ternopil, Ukraine, he traveled to the US in 2010 and settled in Nutley, NJ.

Beloved husband of the late Olha Shchur who passed away in 2010. Devoted father of Vasyl Shchur and his wife Mariya, Mariya Shchur and the late Ivan Shchur....

Miguel Baquerizo

Miguel Baquerizo

Jan 1, 2025

Miguel Baquerizo, 86, of Passaic, passed away on January 1, 2025. Born in Peru, He traveled to the US in 1980 and settled in Passaic. In Peru, Miguel worked as a mechanic before coming to the US where he worked as a bookkeeper for the Passaic Public Library before retiring.

Beloved husband of Gloria Neyra. Devoted father...

Sister Mary Agatha Cebula

Sister Mary Agatha Cebula

Dec 30, 2024

Sister Mary Agatha Cebula

1929 – 2024

Helen Cebula, the youngest of five children, two boys and three girls, was born to Raymond Cebula and Agatha Babiuch on November 4, 1929, in Reading, Pennsylvania. The children were enrolled in Saint Mary Grammar School, where the Felician Sisters taught them about their Catholic Faith and instilled...

Bernadette Szczech

Bernadette Szczech

Dec 26, 2024

Bernadette (Sebeck) Szczech, 79, of Wayne passed away on December 26, 2024. Born in Passaic, she lived in Garfield, Clifton, Little Falls and Wallington before settling in Wayne. Bernadette worked as a teacher's aide for the Wayne Board of Education for 25 years before retiring. She enjoyed cooking and loved spending time with her family. Beloved wife of Eugene...

Ana Lidia Quinones

Ana Lidia Quinones

Dec 24, 2024

Ana Lidia Quinones, 89, of Paterson, passed away on December 24, 2024. Born in Esperanza, Dominican Republic, she came to the US in 1973 and lived in Hoboken and Brooklyn before moving to Paterson.

Beloved mother of Mercy, Julio, Chelo, Bruni and Danny. Loving grandmother of Amy, Giselle, Darnell, Shenai, Brian, Julie, Justin, Derick, JP, Yashira, Tyler,...

Joyce Ann Pagan

Joyce Ann Pagan

Dec 23, 2024

Joyce Ann Pagan, 85 of Clifton, passed away on December 23, 2024. Born and raised in Paterson she moved to Clifton over 30 years ago. Joyce worked as a Nurses Aide at Wayne General Hospital, Wayne, for many years, retiring several years ago.

Beloved mother of Douglas Pagan and his wife Maritza of Elmwood Park. Loving grandmother...

Keri Ann Munck

Keri Ann Munck

Dec 23, 2024

Keri Ann Munck, 33, of Clifton, passed away on December 23, 2024.

Born in Ridgewood, she was a lifelong resident of Clifton. Keri Ann was a caregiver and "Loved everything Disney".

Beloved wife of Alan Jonkman. Loving daughter of Howard Munck and the late Nancy Lynn (Kotora) Munck. Dear sister of Jeremy Munck and his...

Kevin P. Bohny

Kevin P. Bohny

Dec 22, 2024

Kevin P. Bohny, 66, of Clifton passed away on December 22, 2024. Born in Paterson, he has been a resident of Clifton for many years. Kevin was employed by Duplex Products and WorkFlow One, South River, for many years. He was an avid fisherman.

Kevin was predeceased by his father Hugh Bohny and mother, June Ann (Haring)...

Robert Anthony Rodgers, Jr.

Robert Anthony Rodgers, Jr.

Dec 21, 2024

Robert Anthony Rodgers, Jr., 51 of Elmwood Park, formerly of Clifton, passed away on December 21, 2024. Born in Passaic, he was a lifelong resident of Clifton before moving to Elmwood Park 2 years ago. Bobby was a Truck Driver for Caravan in Elizabeth for many years.

Beloved husband of Betsy Serna. Devoted father of Kaylin Rodgers,...

Sushila B. Rana

Sushila B. Rana

Dec 16, 2024

Sushila B. Rana, 82, of Passaic passed away on December 16, 2024.

Visiting and Funeral Service Tuesday 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM at the Shook Funeral Home, 639 Van Houten Ave., Clifton. Cremation, East Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clifton.

**Full Obituary to follow.

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