Obituaries

Sep 18, 2024

Ian Phillip Bockus, 33, entered into eternal rest on September 18, 2024.

Born in New Brunswick he was raised in Branchburg but was always a Somerville Kid. He was a part of Somerville Recreation Sports where he followed in his big cousin’s footsteps and developed a love for the sport of wrestling. He was the...

Sep 13, 2024

Carmela (Melina) Santella, 84, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on September 13, 2024.

Born in Palo del Colle, Bari, Italy to the late Giovanni and Anna Caiati. At 10 years old she migrated to the United States and eventually settled in Brooklyn, New York when her entire family arrived from Italy.

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Sep 12, 2024

Adam Hepburn, 92, died peacefully on September 12, 2024.

Born on May 10, 1932, in Glasgow, Scotland, Adam immigrated to America in 1952, settling in Hillsborough, NJ, where he raised his family with the love of his life, Elizabeth.

Adam worked as a bricklayer and tile setter in Scotland before moving to the U.S. He...

Sep 11, 2024

Alice Dimaano, 57, died peacefully on September 11, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born and raised in Lipa, Philippines she was a college graduate who began her administrative career at a law office in Lipa City, Philippines. Shortly after that, she established her own cooking oil trading business. Her desire...

Sep 6, 2024

Daniel Andrew Roush, 53, died peacefully on September 6, 2024.

Born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey he was a graduate of West Essex High School in North Caldwell. Daniel went on to graduate from Geneva College and began his career in Engineering. Most recently, he worked for Trinity Consultants- Advent Engineering. He had a love...

Aug 19, 2024

Shirley C. Marlatt, nee Clark, 90, died peacefully surrounded by her family on August 19, 2024.

A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend she leaves behind a legacy of love, creativity, and dedication. Born in Morristown, NJ, to the late Edward and Mary Clark, Shirley grew up with a passion for life and...

Aug 15, 2024

Dean Gold, 65, departed this life on August 15, 2024, in Somerset, New Jersey.

He was born in Somerville, New Jersey to the late Robert and Geraldine Gold.

He is preceded in death by his brothers Richard, Jay, and William Gold.

Surviving are his nephews Justin Gold...

Aug 12, 2024

Aurea Camacho Lambino, 68, passed away peacefully at home on August 12, 2024, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born in Basista, Pangasinan, Philippines, Aurea was the beloved daughter of the late Aguido and Magdalena Camacho (née Quinto).

Aurea’s journey began in the Philippines, where she attended college in Manila. It was...

Aug 11, 2024

Mary J. Signorino, nee Ciccotto, 97, died peacefully on August 11, 2024.

Born and raised in New York City to the late Angelo and Josephine Ciccotto, nee Sedita, she met the love of her life, Joseph Signorino and the two settled in Brooklyn where they started their family. The Signorino’s moved to Staten Island in...

Aug 9, 2024

Theresa M. Patullo, nee Poklemba, 101 years strong, died peacefully on August 9, 2024.

Born in Olyphant, PA to the late Andrew and Julia Poklemba, nee Pirhalla, she graduated from Olyphant High School. After World War II, she met the love of her life, Nicholas H. Patullo at a pizza shop in South Bound Brook. The two...

Aug 9, 2024

Mercedes R. Gorres, 96, joined her Creator peacefully on August 9, 2024.

Born in the city of Kalibo, Aklan, Philippines, she was the eldest of eight children of the late Marcelino and Concepcion Regalado (nee Meñez).

Ched, as she was fondly known to many, became a registered nurse and while in...

Aug 5, 2024

Robert Galasso, 87, died peacefully on August 5, 2024. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue, Somerville. Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at New Cemetery, 192 South Bridge Street, Somerville.

Aug 2, 2024

Maria Milagros Bernard Desiderio, died peacefully on August 2, 2024, at the age of 76. She was born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, to the late Juan and Marcelina Bernard. Her family settled in Elizabeth, New Jersey, where she graduated from Battin High School.

Maria's life was a testament to her love and devotion to her...

Aug 1, 2024

Mary Margaret Milo (nee Notargiaco) passed away peacefully in her sleep at Foothill Acres nursing home in Hillsborough, NJ on August 1, 2024.

Mary was born on November 15, 1930, in Queens, NY to Francesco and Jenne Notargiaco. Mary resided for many years in Somerville, NJ. She worked as a waitress during her years in...

Jul 28, 2024

Ruth Piscadlo, 93, died peacefully on July 28, 2024.

Ruth was born in New Brunswick to the late Joseph and Stella Szymanski on August 19, 1930, and raised on her family farm in Hillsborough, NJ. There, she learned at a young age the importance of dedication to family and hard work, values she would pass...

Jul 25, 2024

Diana Braun (née Dino), died peacefully on July 25, 2024.

She leaves behind a legacy of love, joy, and unwavering devotion to her loved ones.

Born in Roselle Park, NJ and raised in Bound Brook, NJ, Diana was the daughter of the late Charles (Carmelo) and Mary (Maria Minneci) Dino. Upon...

Jul 11, 2024

Lisa J. Spagna (nee Carnvali), 64, of Manville, NJ, died peacefully on July 11, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, joy, and cherished memories.

Born on September 6, 1959, in New Brunswick, NJ, Lisa was a lifelong resident of Manville, where she made an indelible mark on the community she loved so dearly

Jul 9, 2024

Marie A. Rolph, 94, died peacefully on July 9, 2024.

Born in West New York, New Jersey to the late Ferdinand and Gertrude Oriente, she went on to meet the love of her life, Roy T. Rolph. The two were married in 1955. They settled into Somerville where they raised their family. Marie devoted herself...

Jul 7, 2024

Dr. Joseph Paul McGarry of Martinsville, New Jersey, formerly of Barnegat Light, New Jersey, and Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2024, at the age of 88, after a long illness.

Joe was a man of optimism and peace, tireless champion of education, inspiration for achievement, rock-solid family man, and the best...

Jul 3, 2024

Stanley J. Kulikowski, 80, died peacefully and amongst the love of his family on July 3, 2024.

Born in Amsterdam, NY to the late Stanley and Mollie Kulikowski, nee Primer, he was a graduate of Wilber H. Lynch High School. Mr. Kulikowski went on to serve his country in the United States Army before beginning...