Obituaries

Sep 4, 2024

Maria Teresa Jandura, 85, of Clifton, passed away on September 4, 2024. Born in Sromowce Wyzne, Poland, she came to the US on August 6, 1997 and settled in Clifton. A parishioner of Holy Rosary RC Church, Passaic, Maria enjoyed gardening, reading books, knitting and cooking.

Daughter of the late Maria Kowalczyk and Jan Pierwoła. Beloved wife...

Sep 1, 2024

Maria M. Carpio, 63, of Paterson, passed away on September 1, 2024.

Born on September 28, 1960 in Rio Pierdas Puerto Rico, Maria was the loving daughter of Carmen Julia and Antonio. Maria moved to Paterson, New Jersey in the 1980s to raise her family. Devoted mother of Nefthaly Erazo, Jennifer Erazo, and Zudheidi Erazo. Loving grandmother...

Aug 30, 2024

Stephen R. Mekita, 85, of Clifton passed away on August 30, 2024. Born and raised in Lodi, Stephen lived in Passaic for some time before moving to Clifton in 1979. A veteran of the US National Guard, he was a machine operator for PSEG for 34 years before retiring. Stephen was an avid fisherman and was loved for his...

Aug 29, 2024

Walter L. Tarnowski, 103, of Clifton passed away on August 29, 2024. Born and raised in Garfield, Walter moved to Clifton in 1958 and lived there ever since. A US Army veteran of WWII, he served under General Patton in Europe and was at the liberation of Buchenwald. Walter served on the Garfield Volunteer Fire Department for many years...

Aug 28, 2024

On August 28th 2024, the Lord called one of His angels home—our beloved Brenda L. Rodriguez. While we mourn her passing, we find solace in knowing that heaven has gained a beautiful soul. Brenda's life was a testament to joy, kindness, and grace, and her vibrant spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Born in Fajardo,...

Aug 27, 2024

Pascual D. Baez-Vargas, 51, of Clifton passed away on August 27, 2024. Born in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, he traveled to the US in 1989 settling in Passaic, New Jersey and eventually moving to Clifton. Pascual worked as a paralegal for the Law Office of Nicholas J. Palma in Clifton for many years. He also had an earlier career...

Aug 26, 2024

Julio D. Saenz, de 76 años, de Lodi falleció el 26 de agosto de 2024. Nacido en Caraz, Perú, viajó a los Estados Unidos en el 1991 y vivió en Garfield antes de establecerse en Lodi hace 19 años. Julio trabajó para Anthony's Pizza, Fair Lawn, durante muchos años.

Amado esposo de Luz V. (Viviana) Saenz. Padre...

Aug 24, 2024

Michael J. Suscreba, 78, of Rockaway passed away August 24, 2024. Born in Passaic, he lived in Clifton most of his life before settling in  Rockaway 4 years ago. A Proud US Air Force Veteran he worked as a Product & Marketing Manager for various locations before retiring. Michael was an avid golfer and die-hard NY Giants and Rangers...

Aug 19, 2024

Sotiraq "Steve" Vasil Zguro, 63, of Clifton, passed away on August 19, 2024.

Born in Korce, Albania, Steve came to the US in 1994 and settled in Clifton. Steve worked in building maintenance for the Athenia Veterans Post, Clifton for many years.

Beloved son of Sillo (Mihali) Zguro of Clifton, and the late Vasil Zguro....

Aug 15, 2024

Marilyn A. Capone, 79, a two-year resident of Wayne, NJ passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. Born in Hackensack, NJ, she was raised in Lyndhurst where she resided until moving to Chadwick Beach in 2000. A woman of strong faith, Marilyn was a parishioner of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Seaside Heights. Active throughout her life, Marilyn...

Aug 15, 2024

Robert DeLillo, 64, of Clifton passed away on August 15, 2024. Born in Passaic, he was a resident of Passaic most of his life before moving to Clifton. Robert worked as a vending mechanic for Camelot Vending, Haledon, for many years. Robert was an avid NY Yankees and Jets fan.

Devoted father of Crystal Brannen and her...

Aug 14, 2024

Maria Ruth Guerra Lopez, 52, of Haledon passed away on August 14, 2024. Born in Colombia she traveled to the US in 1993 and lived in Paterson before settling in Haledon. Maria worked as a bartender for Moangos Bar, Paterson.

Beloved wife of Freddy Abarca. Devoted mother of  Mathew Abarca, Jessica Guerra and the late Khris A....

Aug 13, 2024

Larry Allen Mintzer, 71, of Parsippany, went home on August 13, 2024. Born in Passaic on August 12, 1953, to David and Muriel (Appel) Mintzer, he resided at the ARC of Morris Lake Parsippany Group Home, Parsippany.

Devoted brother of Iris "Bobbie" Mintzer. Larry is survived by his niece Monique Frasco and her husband Jeff, his great-nephew...

Aug 12, 2024

Anthony "Tony" Merandino, 95, of Clifton, passed away on August 12, 2024. Born and raised in New York City, he lived in East Rutherford before moving to Clifton in 1951. A parishioner of St. Clare's RC Church, Clifton, Tony was a member of the Holy Name Society and a former member of the St. Clare's HSA. A US Army...

Aug 11, 2024

Krzysztof Sęk (50 l.)  zamieszkały w Rutherford, zmarł 11 sierpnia 2024 r. Urodził się w Nowym Targu w Polsce w 1973r. W wieku 18 lat wraz z rodzicami przyleciał do Stanów Zjednoczonych. Od najmłodszych lat kochał grać na skrzypcach, akordeonie, bębnach i pianinie. Kilka lat po przyjedzie do Stanów Zjednoczonych, Krzysztof wraz z przyjaciółmi odnowili zespół "Stowarzyszenie Podhalan". Po...

Aug 11, 2024

Joseph J. Franek, Jr., 74, of Clifton, passed away on August 11, 2024. Born in Passaic, he was a lifelong resident of Clifton. A former parishioner of Assumption of the Holy Virgin Orthodox Church, Clifton, Joe was a self-employed auto mechanic for over 50 years. Joe was selfless and would face danger to help others in need. He was...

Aug 10, 2024

Sudhaben Narendra Patel, 78, of Ridgewood passed away on August 10, 2024. Born in Mandala, Gujarat, India, she traveled to the US in 2003 and settled in Ridgewood.

Beloved wife for 69 years of Narendrabhai Patel. Devoted mother of Smitesh and Premal Patel.

Funeral Service Tuesday 9-11 AM at the Shook Funeral Home,639 Van Houten...

Aug 8, 2024

Aman Vossough, 95, of Montclair passed away on August 8, 2024. Born in Taft, Yazd, Iran, he came to the US in 1978 and lived in Passaic before moving to Montclair in 1995. Aman was a Military Communications Specialist for the Shah of Iran for many years.

Beloved husband of Simin Vossough. Devoted father of Sima Teehan...

Aug 6, 2024

Laura Lee Bendzak, 69, of Budd Lake, formerly of Clifton, passed away on August 6, 2024. Born in Bronx, NY, she lived in Clifton for many years before recently moving to Budd Lake.  A parishioner of St. Paul RC Church, Clifton, Laura was a woman of strong faith that carried her back home. Laura's generous and vivacious spirit profoundly...

Aug 6, 2024

Marcial Casiano, 95, of Clifton passed away on August 6, 2024. Born in San German, Puerto Rico, He traveled to the US in 1953, he lived in New York and Passaic,NJ, for a short time and settled in Clifton, NJ, for 39 years before moving to Calera, AL, 2 years ago. Marcial worked as a textile beamer for Sun...