Obituaries

May 31, 2024

Michael Scott Larry (Mikey), 48, passed away suddenly on May 31, 2024 in West Milford NJ.  Born May 1, 1976, Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, NASCAR, the great outdoors and spending time with his family and friends.  He had a smile that was so bright, he would light up any room.

He is survived by his...

May 23, 2024

Alberta (Bertie) C. Greco, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Rest Home in Paterson, NJ, on May 23, 2024. Born in W. Orange, NJ, to Salvatore and Genevieve Greco, Bertie was the most loved of 12 children. She was a companion to her mother for many years and made sure she got to all the baptisms, birthdays and family...

May 18, 2024

Kevin T. Bendel Sr., age 61, of Bloomingdale, NJ died on Saturday, May 18, 2024 at Chilton Medical Center surrounded by his loved ones. He was born and raised in Paterson, NJ where he started his successful construction company at the age of seventeen. Kevin was a skilled carpenter who eventually built his home in Bloomingdale, NJ where he...

May 2, 2024

Thomas Alfred Jordan passed away May 2nd, 2024 at the age of 78. Born June 5th, 1945, to the late Alfred Jordan and Anne Carluccio Jordan in Jersey City, NJ.

Tom served in the Army during the Vietnam War and Army Reserves, 1965-1972. He graduated from Rutgers University with a Business Degree and was a...

Apr 28, 2024

Craig Geza Doka, age 33 of Oak Ridge, NJ entered eternal peace on April 28, 2024.

Craig was born on June 9, 1990, to parents James A. and Elaine P. Doka at Chilton Memorial Hospital in Pompton Plains, NJ, and is survived by his parents, devoted brother, Ryan Doka, sister-in-law, Kristen, devoted niece,...

Apr 28, 2024

James Harold Anderson, age 80, of Kinnelon formerly of Henderson Nevada died suddenly at his home on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Jim was born April 14, 1944 in New York City, the son of the late Joseph and the late Betty Jean (Tubbs) Anderson.

James had a 30 year career in the United States Navy....

Apr 27, 2024

Dillon J. Maher, 22, of Highland Lakes, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, April 27, 2024. He was born on May 30, 2001, in Pequannock, NJ. The son of Kieran and Susan (Tawpash) Maher. He attended Vernon Township High School. He was a member of the town lacrosse and basketball team. He worked at Perona Farms in...

Apr 22, 2024

George J. Jones

May 28,1951-April 22, 2024

George J. Jones, age 72 of Butler, NJ died peacefully Monday, April 22 2024 after a short illness in Pennsylvania. Mr. Jones lived in Butler all his life up until his move to Pennsylvania 9 months ago to spend time with his niece and...

Apr 21, 2024

Richard Townsend, 71, of Wanaque, NJ, formerly of Bloomingdale, NJ, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2024. He was the son of the late Donald and Beatrice Mae (Marion) Townsend.

Richard earned a B.A. from William Paterson University in 1975, he was a math professor at Passaic County Community College from 1974-2007, he was also a...

Apr 20, 2024

Nancy Mae Mitchell, age 85, of West Milford, formerly of Plattsburgh, NY, entered into eternal rest surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Mrs. Mitchell was born May 24, 1938, in Plattsburgh, NY, the daughter of the late Herman and the late Ruth (Dubuque) Stone.

Nancy was a self-employed seamstress. She wore...

Apr 18, 2024

Joan Marie Pisani, 90, of Milton NJ, passed away on April 18, 2024. She was born in Nutley, NJ. Joan was a loving Wife, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother. She was known for her caring and proud nature.

Joan is survived by her daughters Sally Pisani, Cindy Pisani, Judy Needham, son Rodger Pisani, son-in-law Mark...

Apr 18, 2024

Patricia L. Hoffmann, age 57, of Ringwood, NJ, entered eternal peace, Thursday, April 18, 2024.

Mrs. Hoffmann was born in Pompton Plains, NJ, the daughter of the late William S. and the late Helen E. (Fredericks) Stalter, Jr. Patti was the President and owner of Lakeland Septic Co. Inc. and Jet Environmental Treatment...

Apr 14, 2024

Dorothy "Dot" Hazekamp of Butler, New Jersey passed away on April 14, 2024 at the age of 95. Dot was born on April 20, 1928 in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, the second daughter of Charles Ellis Florance (1894-1975) and Elsie Caroline Romaine (1907-1992).

In 1947 she married the love of her life, Simon Hazekamp, Jr....

Apr 8, 2024

William Ernest Perry Sr., age 98, passed away peacefully at home on April 8, 2024.

William was born on November 12, 1925, in Montclair, NJ, to Sophie (nee Nees) and Edwin Perry. He lived in Glen Ridge, NJ with his younger sister Emily Perry growing up, but by age 14 years old, he spent most...

Apr 4, 2024

Robert T. Barie, 76, of Kinnelon, NJ, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024. Robert was the son of the late Arthur Irving and Mae Rose (Scharick) Barie.

Bob retired from security at the Home Depot in Riverdale, NJ. He was a former Giants season ticket holder, enjoyed bowling and relaxing in his swimming pool....

Apr 3, 2024

Carole A. Finello, 77, of Frederick, MD., passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Richard and Elizabeth (Byrne) Finello.

Carole earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Ohio Northern University. She retired from NEBF, the Electrician's Retirement Plan, where she did data input. Carole loved to crochet and made beautiful gifts...

Apr 3, 2024

Richard George Springstead, son of Marie Clark-DeWitt and step-son to Todd DeWitt, 57, passed away on Wednesday morning, in his home.

Richard was born May 29th, 1966, in Vernon, NJ. He grew up with many siblings, his mother, and his stepfather. Richard loved the NJ Shore and was happiest fishing on the beach in Seaside....

Apr 2, 2024

Jeffrey John Sokolowski, 68, of North Haledon, NJ, passed away April 2, 2024, at Chilton Medical Center following a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Jeffrey was born to John and Eleanor Sokolowski on March 19, 1956, in Pompton Plains NJ. Jeffrey graduated from Butler High School in 1974 and soon after he married his...

Mar 26, 2024

Joan L. Naugle, age 87 of Kinnelon, NJ previously of Fair Lawn, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Born in Jersey City, NJ she was the daughter of the late Christian and Beatrice (Freid) Levesen.

Joan was an avid gardener and member of the New Jersey Hosta...

Mar 22, 2024

Dorothy M. Smith of Lincoln Park, formerly of Butler and Bloomingdale, entered eternal heaven on March 22, 2024, at the age of 97. She was predeceased by her husband Lloyd Sr., her son Lloyd Jr., and her daughter Ruth Ann.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the Butler Church of...