Irene M. Free
Jun 20, 2021
Irene M. Free, age 95, of Edison, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2021. Irene lived a wonderfully happy and engaged life. She loved spending time with family and friends. Irene was as much in her element at large family gatherings as in a quiet conversation. A hallmark of Irene was her positive outlook and always being appreciative of...
James G. Knowles, Jr.
Jun 19, 2021
James G. Knowles, Jr., 84, of Hillsborough, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 19, 2021.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY to James and Mary Knowles, James moved to New Jersey in his teens. After high school, James served in the United States Army as a mechanic. Upon the completed of his service to his country, James...
Mariano Toledo
Jun 18, 2021
Mariano Toledo, 90, of Spring Hill, FL, passed away on June 18, 2021. Born in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico, he had resided in Florida since 1991. Mariano proudly served in the United States Army and was a Korean War Veteran.
Mariano was predeceased by his parents, Virgilio Toledo Velez and Angela Castro Arroyo; and...
Sheila M. King
Jun 18, 2021
Sheila M. (nee: Woodruff) King, 58, of Fords, passed peacefully at the RWJ University Hospital in New Brunswick, on Friday June 18, 2021, after a long and courageous battle with Carcinoid Cancer.
She was born on November 16, 1962, in Perth Amboy, NJ and raised in the Menlo Park Terrace section of Woodbridge Twp., before moving to...
Leonard R. Malinowski
Jun 17, 2021
Leonard R. Malinowski, 74, of Metuchen, passed away Thursday, June 17, 2021.
Born in Perth Amboy to Leon and Ann Malinowski, Leonard was raised in Perth Amboy and was a graduate of Perth Amboy High School. He earned his Bachelor's Degree at Monmouth University and further pursued his education at Kean University, earning his Master's Degree in...
Frank R. Mercurio
Jun 17, 2021
Frank R. Mercurio, 97, of Brick Twp, passed peacefully, on Thursday, June17, 2021, at the Chelsea at Brick Assisted Living in Brick Twp. He was a lifelong resident of Perth Amboy and had resided in Linden, before moving to Brick 6 years ago. He proudly served his country during WWII in the US Army, He was the recipient of the...
Robert John Tariska
Jun 15, 2021
Obituary of Robert John Tariska Robert John Tariska, 61, of Edison, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. Mr. Tariska was born in Perth Amboy to the late John and Anna Tariska and had lived in Edison for many years. Robert was a stockbroker and had been employed by the Chicago...
Helen M. Kurucz
Jun 15, 2021
Obituary of Helen M. Kurucz Helen M. Kurucz, 96, a lifelong resident of Hopelawn, passed away Tuesday, June 15, 2021 at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. Mrs. Kurucz was a bank teller employed by the First National Bank of Perth Amboy for ten years before retiring in 1980. She was a member of the Good Shepherd...
Dorothy Brooks
Jun 14, 2021
Dorothy Brooks, passed away at home on June 14, 2021. She was born on August 11, 1928, in Stapleton, Staten Island. Dorothy was a Homemaker. She was a member of the Metuchen Seniors and was an avid card player. She loved to travel with her husband Robert, visiting many countries around the world. She was a member of AARP....
Crispino "Sonny" Farrace
Jun 10, 2021
Crispino "Sonny" Farrace, 85, of Little Egg Harbor, passed peacefully at his home, with his family at his side, on Thursday, June 10, 2021.
He was born on May 10, 1936, at the Polyclinic Hospital in Manhattan, NYC. He married Vincenza Galante, the love of his life on May 15, 1965. Their incredible marriage lasted for 56...
Mary Elizabeth Benyola
Jun 9, 2021
Mary Elizabeth Benyola (nee: Fantazier) 98, of Hopelawn, passed peacefully at her home on Wednesday, June 9, 2021.
She was born on September 4, 1922, in Miners Mill, PA. and was a longtime resident of the Hopelawn section of Woodbridge Twp.
She was a retired seamstress and teacher at the...
Walter S Lamb Iii
Jun 7, 2021
Walter S. Lamb III, 69, of Edison, passed away on Monday, May 7, 2021.
Walter leaves behind two brother, William and Robert Lamb.
Family and friends may visit Monday, June 14 th 2021 from 2:00pm to 6:00am at Flynn and Son/Koyen Funeral Home, 319 Amboy Ave, Metuchen. Funeral Service will be celebrated on Tuesday at...
Thomas Matro
Jun 6, 2021
Thomas Matro, 81, of Warren, NJ, died peacefully at home on June 6, 2021. He was born and raised in Hammonton, NJ. and graduated from St. Joseph's High School and Rutgers University. He received his PhD in English Literature from Rutgers University.
Tom began teaching at Rutgers New Brunswick in 1971. In 1972-73,...
Florence H. Wantuch
Jun 2, 2021
Obituary of Florence H. Wantuch Florence Wantuch, 88, died peacefully on June 2, 2021, in Rockleigh, NJ. She had been a resident of Fords for over 60 years prior to moving to Bergen County in 2017. Born in Keasbey, she graduated from Woodbridge High School. She married Ferdinand (Fred) Wantuch of Hopelawn in 1952. They moved to Fords in 1957...
Margaret Mary Fata
May 29, 2021
Margaret Mary Fata (née Lyons), 92, of Edison, entered eternal rest after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She left this world with her son by her side at home on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Margaret was born in Perth Amboy, NJ to George and Helen Lyons. Margaret was a long-time parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Church RC Church...
Olivia M. Schuren
May 26, 2021
Olivia Schuren, 77, of Parlin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on May 26, 2021 at home. She was born Old Forge, PA on May 15, 1944. Olivia was a Receptionist for several years for Ryan Beck & Co. She enjoyed crocheting, crafting, shopping and spending time with her beloved husband, family and her little white Maltese Chewy....
Minnie "Mickey" Carr
May 24, 2021
Minnie "Mickey" Carr, 86, of Perth Amboy, passed away on May 24, 2021 in JFK Medical Center. She was born in Newark on June 9, 1934. She was a Paraprofessional for special needs students for the Perth Amboy Board of Education. Minnie was a graduate of Newark High School. She was a member of Holy Spirit Church. She adored...
Mario Soto
May 23, 2021
Mario Soto, 77, of Monroe Township, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 23, 2021. Born in Puerto Rico, he had lived in Monroe Township for 6 years, and was formerly of Edison. Mario was a former parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Church and a former member of the Knights of Columbus #9199. He...
Charles T. Logan
May 21, 2021
Charles T. Logan, Second Born Son of Charles P. and Mary A. Logan, Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, God Father and Friend, entered into eternal rest on May 21, 2021 at the age of 66.
Born in Perth Amboy, on August 18, 1954, Charles lived there most of his life. After graduating from Saint Mary's High School...
Barbara "Bobbi" "Mimi" Kappes
May 20, 2021
Barbara Florence "Bobbi" "Mimi" Kappes (nee. Myerson), 80, of Edison, passed away on May 20, 2021. Barbara was born in San Francisco, California on September 8, 1940. Barbara was a retired purchasing agent for Rutgers University for 32 years at the RAC in Piscataway. She loved the beach, convertibles, spending time with family and friends, and attending Rutgers sporting events....
