Obituaries

Jan 23, 2026

Daniel Henry, age 64, entered eternal rest on January 23, 2026, at home surrounded by family. He was born on March 17, 1961, in Perth Amboy, NJ, to the late John C. and Margaret Henry (Costello). A lifelong resident of Fords, Daniel had many jobs including working at Bellcore, Beth Israel and Cloverleaf cemeteries, taxi driver and...

Jan 23, 2026

Alex Raposo, age 28, suddenly passed away on January 23, 2026. He was born on August 9, 1997, in Edison, NJ. Alex was a lifelong resident of Fords. He worked as a carpenter for the Carpenter's Local 254 Union.

Alex is survived by loving Mom, Fatima Raposo and Dad, Raymond Crawford; his sister...

Jan 21, 2026

Stanley A. Rothman, 92, of Colonia, passed away on January 21, 2026, at Willow Springs Rehab in Brick Twp. He was born in Jersey City on February 26, 1933. Stanley was a former High School Teacher and Guidance Counselor and Administrator for the New Jersey Board of Education. He was an active member at Temple Ohev Shalom in Colonia...

Jan 20, 2026

Jerome "Jerry" Patrick Flynn, of Edison, NJ, passed away peacefully after a short battle with glioblastoma on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the age of 72.

Jerry was born in Lorain, Ohio, but grew up in the small town of Henry, Illinois with his younger brother Tom and parents, Clarence "Clancy" and Elaine "Dee" (Wolfe) Flynn. He...

Jan 18, 2026

Charles Edward Fritz, 89, of Hernando, FL, previously of Edison, NJ, passed away peacefully January 18, 2026, 2 days prior to his 90th birthday. He was born to William C. and Mary C. (Kemmerer) Fritz of Barnsville, PA, on January 20, 1936.  He was the second oldest of five siblings.

Charles worked 38...

Jan 18, 2026

Anthony "Tony" J. Alexander, 94, of Fords, passed away on January 18, 2026, at his home in Fords.  Tony is predeceased by his wife, Dolores, in 2011. Tony was born in Newark and had been a resident of Fords for 63 years.  He served in the US Army during the Korean War.  Tony was a Long-Range Planning...

Jan 18, 2026

With profound love and immeasurable sorrow, we announce the passing of Amy Marie Latorre, who departed this world on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Born and raised in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, Amy was a cherished daughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, and friend whose radiant spirit lifted every heart she touched. Her infectious smile, boundless warmth, and unmistakable love for...

Jan 17, 2026

Vincent L. Ahrens, age 75, entered eternal rest on January 17, 2026, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. He was born on March 23, 1950, in Perth Amboy, NJ, to the late Oscar and Edna (Larsen) Ahrens.

Raised in Fords, NJ, Vincent was a graduate of Woodbridge Vocational School,...

Jan 14, 2026

Francisco Rivera, 85, of Hopelawn, passed away on January 14, 2026.

He was born on June 9, 1940, in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico.

Francisco was a retired Sr. Parole Officer for the State of New York.

He was a graduate of University of Puerto Rico and New York University.

He served as...

Jan 14, 2026

Bernice Barone (née Magyar) Born March 13, 1932 – January 14, 2026

Bernice Barone (née Magyar) was born on March 13, 1932, in Fords, New Jersey, where she began a life defined by love, devotion, and family. She later resided in Woodbridge, NJ, where she raised her family and created countless cherished memories.

On September...

Jan 13, 2026

Judith G. Wirtenberg, age 93, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ.

Born on May 26, 1932, in New York City to the late Alexander and Frieda Gordon, Judy was raised in Westchester, NY. After living in Connecticut, Virginia, and Manhattan, she settled in East Brunswick, NJ,...

Jan 11, 2026

John G. Harvie, 93, passed away at home on January 11, 2026. He was born on August 12, 1932, in Jersey City. John was a Veteran of the US Marine Corps, serving during the Korean War. He was a retired Foreman for the Continental Can Corporation. John loved spending time with his family, playing cards with his grandchildren and...

Jan 10, 2026

Patricia A. Billig, born in Perth Amboy, NJ, and a longtime resident of Edison, NJ, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the age of 85, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Bendas) Homusiok and was predeceased by her beloved husband, Raymond.

She is lovingly remembered...

Jan 9, 2026

Salvatore Moni, age 72, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Manahawkin, NJ. Born on December 11, 1953, in Jersey City, NJ, Salvatore spent his life living in Edison, NJ but has lived in Barnegat for the last 6 years. A devout American Patriot, Salvatore took much pride in his Italian American heritage. Most recently working as a...

Jan 6, 2026

In Loving Memory of Johnnie R Dantzler Jr.

Johnnie Dantzler Jr., a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on January 6, 2026. His passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Born on Saturday, October 18th 1980 at 7:05 p.m. in New York City, Johnnie...

Jan 6, 2026

Octavio Ruiz, 76, of Fords, NJ, passed away on January 6, 2026, at JFK Medical Center. Born on November 29, 1949, in San Sebastián, Puerto Rico, Octavio's life was a journey marked by love, laughter, and devotion to family.

He spent most of his years in Brooklyn, NY, before settling in New Jersey in 2000. A jeweler...

Jan 5, 2026

Daniel J. Jensen, 90, formerly of Edison, New Jersey and recently of Zebulon, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5th, 2026, at the WakeMed Hospital, in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Born and raised in Rahway, New Jersey, Daniel lived most of his life in Edison, New Jersey prior to moving to Zebulon, North Carolina in May...

Dec 31, 2025

Jim passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at J.F.K. Medical Center.  He leaves behind the love of his life, his wife, Irene (nee Tarloski) Britton.  They shared 56 years together and many wonderful memories with family and friends.  He was born in Newark and lived in Perth Amboy for 60 years before moving to Edison...

Dec 31, 2025

Dorothy Rita Schuck, 89, of Hopelawn, passed away on December 31, 2025, at the Venetian in South Amboy. She was born in Tottenville, Staten Island on December 28, 1936. Dorothy was a Secretary for America Fore in NYC. She was a graduate of Tottenville High School Class of 1954. Dorothy was a Communicant of Holy Spirit Church of Good...

Dec 29, 2025

Donald Jantas, age 71, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025 surrounded by family at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. He was born on March 29, 1954 in Bayonne, NJ. Donald grew up in Bayonne and resided there until moving to Fords 30 years ago. Donald retired from his job in wastewater management for Joint...