Franklin G. DeSavino –hall-of-fame father and grandfather, standout college basketball player, teller of fantastic stories and the same, old jokes, and the unofficial mayor of Long Beach Island, New Jersey – passed away peacefully Thursday. According to his birth certificate, he was 90. But his family will tell you, he was young until the end. […]
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Karen M. Russo
Karen Marie Russo, 79, of Hackensack, NJ died peacefully on July 7, 2022 with her family by her side. She was born in the Bronx, NY to Jean (née Cotillo) and Albert Russo and raised in Scarsdale, NY. She was an Executive Administrator with Deutsche Bank, New York City, for 17 years where she forged […]
Harry A. Montagnino
Harry Anthony Montagnino of Dumont, New Jersey passed away at his home surrounded by family on June 22, 2022. He was 92 years old. Harry was born in New York City on January 11, 1930 and moved to Dumont in 1948. While working full time, Harry put himself through college at Fairleigh Dickinson University earning […]
James J. “Jack” Hughes
James J. “Jack” Hughes, 80, a long-time resident of Dumont, NJ, died peacefully and happily with his wife and family at his side. He was born in Ireland on March 26, 1942 to the late Kathleen (née Carty) and James Hughes. Beloved husband of 57 years to Anna T. (née McCarron). Loving father of Deirdre […]
Michael J. Slavick, III
Michael J. Slavick, III, 79, of River Edge, NJ (formerly of Jersey City, NJ and Little Ferry, NJ), passed away on June 7, 2022. Loving brother of Maryann Dalbey and husband Walter Dalbey. Cherished uncle of Kim Ciero and Karen Dalbey. Michael was born in Jersey City to Ann (née Kutch) and Michael J. Slavick, […]
Julia A. Piergiorgi
Julia A. Piergiori, 81, a resident of River Edge for 51 years, passed away with her family by her side on May 25, 2022. Born on May 4, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Joseph and Rose Amodeo. She was the beloved wife of Louis Piergiori for 61 years. Devoted mother of Leonard Piergiorgi […]
Julie M. Challener
Julie M. Challener (née Soltes), 63, of Dumont, NJ, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2022. Beloved wife of Robert Challener. Devoted mother of Robert Challener, Courtney Challener, Thomas Challener and his wife Maria, and Dillon Challener. Cherished grandmother of Shane Marrero, Hadley and Brody. Dear sister of John and Andrew Soltes, and Patricia Lezette, […]
Edward F. Burke
Edward F. Burke, 92, of Bergenfield, NJ, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Patricia (née Keane), and his son, Edward Burke (2000). Loving father of Stephen and Patrick Burke, Maryann Notre and her husband Darren, and daughter-in-law Patricia Burke. […]
John J. McMahon
John J. McMahon, 80, peacefully passed away on March 20, 2022, in Bluffton, SC, lovingly surrounded by his devoted wife Laure (Mellusi) and friends. John was a caring and supportive husband, uncle, and friend to all whose lives he touched. John was born on May 25, 1941, in Manhattan, NY. Laura and John spent most […]
Mary R. Di Maggio
Mary Di Maggio (née Nasuto), 94, of Howell, NJ (formerly of Bergenfield, NJ), died peacefully on February 28, 2022. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Ferdinando Di Maggio (1980). Surviving are her sons Fred Di Maggio and his wife Kathleen, Steven Di Maggio and his wife Theresa. Cherished grandmother of Nicole and her husband Mark Clauburg, […]