Obituaries

Jan 16, 2023

Jan 12, 2023

 

 

On Thursday January 12, 2023, Shellie O’Brien-Donahue, passed away peacefully at the age of 70.

Shellie was a fan of country music and an award-winning country dancer. She enjoyed traveling, watching rodeos, and spending time with her cherished grandchildren.

Shellie was predeceased by her father Richard O’Brien; her parents Anna and Anthony Pierrie, of Bloomfield, NJ, and brother,...

Jan 8, 2023

 

Centenary University First Lady Jeanne Picariello Murphy of Hackettstown, N.J., passed away on Sunday, Jan. 8, of injuries suffered as the victim of a hit-and-run accident a day earlier while on her morning walk near home. She was 70.

 

A retired U.S. Army colonel and the wife of Centenary University President Bruce Murphy, Ed.D., Mrs. Murphy was...

Jan 1, 2023

 

 

Richard Kremer, 72, of Elizabeth, N.J., passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 1, 2023.

Richard was the son of the late Warren and Grace Kremer. He is survived by his sisters Maryanne Kremer-Ames, Suzanne Petrozzino and brother Peter Kremer.

Richard who was born autistic, lived in Bloomfield for more than 50 years and was a lover of music...

Dec 20, 2022

Dec 14, 2022

On Wednesday December 14, 2022, Jane Stack passed away peacefully at the age of 90. Born in Bloomfield to the late Jacob and Lilian Kugelmann, Jane attended Immaculate Conception High school, class of 1950. Jane belonged to the St. Thomas September Club and the Belleville Club, where she enjoyed many activities with her friends. By nature, Jane was very friendly...

Dec 10, 2022

Donald E. Powers, Sr., 89, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, December 10. A proud Bronx native, Don was born to parents Joseph and Jean, and he was raised alongside his brother Ray. Don was an alum of Mount St. Michael Academy, where he developed the spiritual and educational values that he carried throughout his life. It was...

Dec 9, 2022

Elvira McDonnell entered into eternal rest on December 9, 2022. She was born in Newark, NJ on May 15, 1943, and was a life long resident of the city. She attended St. Vincent School, then Barringer High School. Elvira loved to travel as a young woman. She enjoyed many things. Some of her hobbies included needlepoint, crocheting, and Knitting. As...

Dec 9, 2022

Sophie Dorward passed away peacefully on December 9, 2022. She was 93. She was the wife of the late John Dorward (1979), and daughter of the late Stephen and Julia Toth, of Northampton, PA. She was predeceased by sisters Margaret, Agnes, Rosie and brothers Steve and John. Sophie is survived by her son James and his wife Susan; son John...

Dec 6, 2022

Mildred Bucco, 90, of Bloomfield, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 6, 2022. Mildred was very kind and caring. She enjoyed life and showed her love to her family by cooking for them. She cherished the time she spent with her sisters. Mildred was proud of working for Clara Maass for 30 years and loved all the friends she made...

Nov 19, 2022

Vincenzo A. Di Giano, 85 of Belleville passed away on Saturday, November 19th, 2022. Vincenzo was kind, generous and loved to spend time with his family and friends. He was born in Potenza, Italy and as a young teen moved with his family to Argentina due to World War II. He met the love of his life Licia, who is...

Nov 18, 2022

Lillian Giovannucci, 87, of Verona, passed away on Friday, November 18, 2022. Lillian was very kind and caring, she valued life and just loved & cherished her family. Prior to having her daughter Pamela, Lillian was an underwriter for the Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company. Later in life Lillian enjoyed working at D&L Botega Dress shop in Nutley and volunteering at...

Nov 7, 2022

Alfredo S. Rivera “Freddy”, 72, of Bloomfield, died Monday at Nov 7, 2022 the VA Hospital in East Orange after a brief illness. Born in Puerto Rico, Fred resided in Newark before settling in Bloomfield over 40 years ago. Fred graduated from Central HS in Newark before enlisting in the US Air Force and serving during the Vietnam War. Fred...

Nov 4, 2022

We remember Fred Kunze in images and words. Like the striking image of him standing on the beach. The recent passing of Fred Kunze on November 6th, 2022 brings to mind so many wonderful images and memories. Fred is survived by his beloved wife Patricia, his daughter Laura Harris and son-in-law Russ, grandson Russell Morgan Harris III (aka Stinkweed), sister...

Nov 2, 2022

On Wednesday November 2, 2022, Annamma Jacob “Susy” passed away peacefully, with her family by her side. Susy was a faithful member of the Valley Chapel Assembly of God Church in Clifton, NJ. She enjoyed several hobbies, including crocheting, gardening, cooking, and taking pictures. Her greatest joys were her family and her beloved dog Boston. Susy was predeceased by her...

Oct 16, 2022

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Oct 5, 2022

Anne B. Lovallo, nee Ciampi, passed away on October 5, 2022 at the age of 99 with her loving niece by her side. She was born in Newark, New Jersey on July 26, 1923.  She is pre-deceased by the love of her life of 77 years, Louis A. Lovallo, son Louis, Jr, son Robert, sister Jennie Ciampi, brothers Rocco and...

Sep 14, 2022

Nick Pietroiacovo, born in San Polo Matese, Italy, a long-time resident of Bloomfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 14th, 2022. He was 62 years of age. Nick was a member of the Heavy and General Laborers’ Local 472 Union for over 40 years. He was a construction worker with Ferreira Construction Company. To all who knew Nick, he was truly...

Sep 6, 2022

Please join us as we enter into a lifetime of profound mourning for our beautiful mother, Arcelida. She was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico on October 15,1952. This morning her pain ceased and our father extended his hand to welcome her into their forever paradise. They are together in God’s loving embrace & we rejoice. We will remember Celita by...

Sep 5, 2022

Rose Marie Muller, of Bloomfield, entered into eternal life on, Monday September 5, 2022. She was the beloved wife of the late Barry Muller, and the daughter of the late Mary and Joseph Shelesky. At her core, Rose Marie was a devoted mother and grandmother. Her days were spent being a stay-at-home mother, part time educator, and mentor to her...