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 […]
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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, […]
Geraldine Melucci
Geraldine Melucci, 82, of Haworth, NJ, died peacefully on February 12, 2022. Loving aunt of Dino Margiotta. Dear sister of Josephine Margiotta. Adored cousins Anthony Rota, Lucia Castaldi and her husband Dominick. Predeceased by a brother, Vincent Melucci (2012), and two sisters, Felicia Melucci (2015) and Maria Melucci (2017). Geraldine was born in Muro Lucano, […]
Gary A. Spina
Gary A. Spina, 64, of Dumont, NJ, died peacefully on February 1, 2022 at his home, with his wife of 37 years, Maureen (née Kallo) at his side. Dear brother of Linda Houlis and Craig (Mary) Spina. Cherished uncle of Maggie (Bill) Atkens, Lisa (Tommy) Shortway, Jason Houlis, Robert and Steven Spina, and four grand […]
William J. Duffany
William J. Duffany, 90, of Orangeburg, NY (formerly of Dumont, NJ and Huddleston, VA) died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on January 28, 2022. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Helen A. (née Hari), loving father of Catherine Flagg (predeceased), William Duffany Jr., Michael Duffany (predeceased), Lisa Waddon, Stephen […]