Aug 13, 2023

Joseph Elia, 93, of Staten Island passed away Monday surrounded by his family.

Joseph was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He would serve his country honorably in the Korean war being stationed in the Pacific Theater working with the Hydrogen Bomb testing as well as in Europe for the Berlin Air lift. Upon returning from...

Aug 11, 2023

Agnes Rose Elia, 87, of Staten Island passed away early Friday morning surrounded by her loving family.

Agnes was born and raised in Brooklyn, and met the love of her life, Joseph, and was married in 1952. They both happily settled down in Brooklyn to start their family, and eventually moved to Staten Island. Agnes worked for...

Aug 9, 2023

Rita Cosenza Wagar, 86, passed peacefully on Wednesday, August 9th, 2023.

A long time Colts Neck resident, active in the community and a parishioner at St. Mary's Catholic Church, she was known for her involvement with the Martha Mary Guild and working deals at the infamous St. Mary's "Attic" sale. Born to Peter & Anna Cosenza of...

Aug 8, 2023

Edward J. Luettchau, 87, of Holladay, TN , died on Tuesday, August 8 in New Jersey where he summered.

Edward was born in Red Bank in 1936 to the late Sigrid(Hamilton)and Edward John Luettchau, Sr. He was raised in Union Beach and graduated from Keyport High School class of 1954. Edward then went on to serve...

Aug 7, 2023

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Gerard Russo on August 7, 2023. Born in Brooklyn to Vincent and Rachel Russo, Gerard's life was a beacon of determination, ambition, and deep familial love.

Gerard's meteoric rise from a store manager at Jojo Players to the distinguished position of Vice President at Dunkin Donuts stands as a...

Aug 4, 2023

Alice T. deSante , 95, of West Long Branch, NJ passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023. She was born in Shrewsbury, NJ in 1927 to the late Annie and Daniel Gallivan. She was raised in Shrewsbury and attended and graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School.

After graduating, she began working at Progressive Insurance...

Aug 3, 2023

Patricia E. Snider, 83, of Brick died on Thursday, August 3.

Patricia was born to the late Dorothy and Wilbur Smith in Long Branch, where she was also raised.

She loved animals of all kinds and adopted many of them as pets, including dogs, birds, cats, and fish. Her favorite four...

Jul 31, 2023

Georgio S. Cipriano "Cip", of Colts Neck, formerly of Brooklyn, passed away on July 31, 2023.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many.

All services for Mr. Cipriano will be private.

Jul 30, 2023

Juan Agustin Gutierrez, 75, of Colts Neck, NJ and Key Biscayne, FL passed away peacefully on July 30, 2023, and went to be with his heavenly Father.  He was born on July 20, 1948 in Camaguey, Cuba, the middle child of Juan Ramon and Angela Teresa Rioseco Gutierrez.  He was raised in Camaguey with his two...

Jul 24, 2023

Rosanne J. Steets, 76, of West Long Branch died on Monday, July 24.

Rosanne was born and raised in Long Branch to the late Carolyn and Walter Howell. She graduated from Long Branch High School, later becoming a beautician and also worked in food services. She truly enjoyed cooking, especially her many Italian dishes for Christmas Eve...

Jul 24, 2023

Walter L. Frattin, 99, of Long  Branch, NJ, passed away at home on July 24.

Walter was born in West Hoboken in 1924 and graduated Long Branch High School.   He proudly served his country in the Navy during WWII and was proud to be a part of 'The Greatest Generation'.  He was a...

Jul 24, 2023

Donald R. Jeffrey, 90 a longtime resident of Oceanport died at the Traditions of Crosskey, Glassboro.

Don was a self-employed carpenter, he and his wife Nadine built their home in Oceanport where they lived for over 50 years. He was an avid sportsman, enjoying fishing and hunting. Don was a Hunters Safety Instructor for the New Jersey...

Jul 23, 2023

Brian L. Rogers, Jr., 64,  of Wayside, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 23, 2023, with his loving family by his side.

Brian was born in South Orange, New Jersey, the eldest son to Mary Catherine and Brian L. Rogers, Sr. Growing up, Brian enjoyed spending every summer with his 13 siblings at the family's...

Jul 23, 2023

Visitation for Xiuwen will be Thursday, July 27th 6:30-8:30 pm.

Jul 23, 2023

James G. Bry, 75 of West Long Branch, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 23 rd .

Jim was born in New York City. He graduated from Long Branch High School, and has lived in West Long Branch for many years. He began his work career with Exxon Oil as a lab supervisor. In 1980, he became the...

Jul 22, 2023

Dawn Angiulli-Menagh, was a mother, a nurse, a Yankee lover, and a Billy Joel super fan. She passed on from this world in July of 2023 at age 59.

Born on Staten Island to Frank and Mary Angiulli on February 23, 1964, Dawn brought joy and laughter to her friends, family, and community. She leaves behind her...

Jul 21, 2023

Ligaya Pascual Rios, 84 of Whiting, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, July 21.

Ligaya was born in Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines, where she, along with her six brothers and sisters, was raised by her loving parents, Epiphania Castro Pascual and Conrado Pascual, M.D.  When she was only sixteen, her mother passed away and she...

Jul 20, 2023

Jul 20, 2023

John Semus, 99, of Holmdel, died on Thursday, July 20.

John was born in 1924 to the late Irene and Alexander Semush in Manhattan. He was raised on the Lower East Side of the city, attending and graduating from Stuyvesant High School. After high school, John studied at Rider College where he received his bachelor's degree. He...

Jul 19, 2023

Gregory Howard, 46, of Colts Neck, passed away Wednesday surrounded by his family.

Gregory was born in Orange and raised in West Caldwell. Gregory graduated from James Caldwell High School then would go on to Monmouth University where he also played football. He would take his first job as a High School teacher at Long Branch High...