Obituaries

Jul 5, 2025

Fredda Lea (Goldstein) Robinson, formerly of Perth Amboy, Metuchen, and New Brunswick, NJ, died peacefully on July 5th at the age of 99 in her apartment at the Willows Retirement Community in Bellingham, WA. She was blessed to have been able to share her active mind, body and spirit with family and friends well into her last week of...

Jul 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Michael P. Forsythe, who departed this life on July 4, 2025 at the age of 61. He was born on May 7, 1964.

A beloved father, brother, and friend, Michael's presence will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Throughout...

Jun 30, 2025

Miguel Arocho Sr., 80, of Perth Amboy passed away peacefully on Monday morning, June 30, 2025 at the JFK Medical Center in Edison. Born in Isabela, Puerto Rico, Miguel moved and settled down in Perth Amboy, where he resided for over the last 60 years. He took pride in his work as a mattress maker for Regal Bedding for...

Jun 26, 2025

Victoria G. Siecinski, 81, of Fords, passed away at home on June 26, 2025. She was born on March 6,1944 in Lima, Peru. Victoria was a Home Healthcare Aide for JFK Medical Center and worked for Revlon in Edison.

She is survived by three sons: Alexander A. Siecinski, and his fiancé, Nicole Pavlic, of Fords, Kenneth J....

Jun 14, 2025

Joseph P. Acciani, 84, of Cranbury NJ passed peacefully on Saturday morning, June 14, 2025 at the Princeton Medical Center in Plainsboro, NJ.

Born in New Brunswick, NJ and raised in Perth Amboy, formerly of Seaside Heights, he had resided in Cranbury for the last 18 years.

He was a graduate of  St. Mary's High...

Jun 13, 2025

Elijah D. Jones

September 25, 2000 - June 13, 2025

Elijah Donte' Gurley Jones was born on September 25, 2000, to Donna Blackett and Eric Jones; genuinely welcomed by older siblings Saquan, Tee-shauna, and Tatiana. Elijah's schooling started in the Jersey City, New Jersey School District and was successfully completed with a High School Diploma...

Jun 10, 2025

In Loving Memory of Antonia "Toñita" Pujols February 10, 1944 – June 10, 2025

Antonia's "Toñita" warmth, strength, and deep love for her family will live on in all who knew her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Antonia Morales, 81, of Perth Amboy, passed away peacefully...

Jun 8, 2025

Monica Aniolowski, 77, of Fords, passed away on June 8, 2025, at JFK Medical Center, Edison.  Monica was born in Perth Amboy and lived in fords for 20 plus years.  She was employed at JFK Medical Center and worked in their Sterile Processing Department.

Monica is predeceased by her husband, John (3/15/2024), and...

Jun 8, 2025

"End? No, the journey doesn't end here. Death is just another path. One we all must take." ~ J. R. R. Tolkien

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bart Miller, who took his last breath on June 8, 2025, holding his wife's hand, surrounded by family in his home. Born on July...

Jun 8, 2025

Herbert Henry Hersh passed peacefully on June 8, 2025, at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center in New Brunswick, New Jersey.  He was 92.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in New Brunswick, New Jersey, he built a rich and fulfilling life with his family in Edison before eventually settling in Monroe Township.  ...

Jun 8, 2025

Gayle Ann Cassidy passed away at HMH JFK University Medical Center, Sunday, June 8, 2025. She was 75.

Surviving are her sisters: Marlene Hess and Diana and her husband Martin Goldfarb.

Family and friends may visit Wednesday, June 11, at Flynn and Son/Mitruska Funeral Home., 23 Ford Ave., Fords, from 4-7 pm. A graveside service...

Jun 8, 2025

Patricia M. Bock passed away at her home, quietly, with her family at her side during the afternoon on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

Pat was born, Patricia Mary Claffy, in "Da Bronx" on St. Patty's Day, March 17th, 1934.  Her mom told her that the St. Patty's Day Parade was for her every year.  She was the...

Jun 6, 2025

Richard "Bush" H. Schneider, 92, formerly of Colonia, NJ, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025.

Born on July 15, 1932, in Newark NJ, Richard lived a long life surrounded by the people and places he loved. He earned the nickname "Lil Bush" growing up, alongside his brother "Big Bush" and their mom...

Jun 4, 2025

John "Jack Who?" M.  Malinak, 84, of Edison, passed peacefully on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the Roosevelt Care Center in Edison.  Born in Johnstown, PA, on December 1, 1940, he was formerly of Elizabeth, NJ, before his move to Edison, in 1963.  He was a graduate of Bishop McCort Central Catholic High School with the Class...

Jun 2, 2025

Luz Neida Scheman, 92, of the Bronx, New York, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at ArchCare Providence Rest Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in the Bronx.  Born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, she resided in the Bronx for the past 56 years.  Luz was an Employment Interviewer for the New York State Department of Labor for...

May 30, 2025

Sara L. Hunley of Perth Amboy passed away at HMH JFK University Medical Center on May 30, 2025. She was 86.

Sara is survived by her son, Atif, Hameen; her sisters, Geraldine and Delores; grandchildren: Bilal, Amir and Jihad Hameen; and great-grandchildren: Jasir, Aria and Zayd Hameen.

Family and friends may visit at Flynn and...

May 29, 2025

Anthony Sclafani, 67, of Fords, passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on May 29, 2025. He was born on January 26, 1958, in New York City. Anthony was the Store Manager of Dick's Sporting Goods in Rockaway, NJ. He was a graduate of FDR High School in Brooklyn Class of 1976. Anthony was a...

May 29, 2025

James R. LeGates ("Jim") 80, of Green Cove Springs, Florida, entered into eternal rest May 29, 2025 in Orange Park, Florida. He was born in Irvington, NJ and previously lived in Princeton, NJ, Pittsburgh, PA, and later resided in Florida for the past 25 years.

He was a lead administrative assistant for Conrail, NJ rail, for many...

May 25, 2025

John Giblin,74, of Carteret, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the Savita Group Home in Piscataway.  He was born in Bayonne and was a lifelong resident of Carteret.  John was a communicant of St. Joseph's R.C. Church and a member of the Carteret Specials.  John was an avid sports fan and loved all the teams...

May 24, 2025

Joao J. Ramos of Whiting, NJ, formerly of Edison, passed away at HMH JFK University Medical Center in Edison on Saturday, May 24, 2025. He was 66.

Born in Portugal, Joao had lived in Edison for 30 years before moving to Whiting. He was the former owner of BBQ Luso in Perth Amboy.

Surviving are...