Jun 7, 2024

Bart J. DeMato, Jr., 83 of Bound Brook passed away peacefully with his family by his side on June 7, 2024.

Bart was born on December 27, 1940, to Bartholomew and Anne (nee Jandoli) DeMato in Somerville, New Jersey and grew up in Bound Brook where he attended Bound Brook High School and was a...

May 29, 2024

John G Grooms Sr.

August 29, 1937-May 29,2024

John G Grooms Sr. passed away peacefully in his sleep early in the morning of May 29, 2024 at his home in

Piscataway, New Jersey at the age of 86. John was born in Paragould,...

May 25, 2024

Alan Lewis Gerber was born December 1, 1954 and died May 25, 2024. He was 69 years old. Born in Bound Brook, NJ and presently residing in Piscataway, NJ, Alan passed away in Las Vegas doing what he loved to do—making music and performing.

Internationally acclaimed, award winning composer, pianist, keyboardist, producer, activist,...

May 4, 2024

Giovanna Russo, 90, died peacefully on May 4, 2024 at Complete Care at Bey Lea, Toms River.

Born in Naples, she was the daughter of Gennaro and Vincenza DeStefano. She grew up in Italy, where she met her husband Salvatore and in 1959, they married in Pompeii, Italy. They emigrated to the United States and settled in...

May 2, 2024

Barbara J. Henderson 72, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024. She was beloved by all who were blessed to know her.

Barbara was born in Somerville, NJ on April 12, 1952 and was currently living in Branchburg New Jersey. She was a graduate of Bound Brook high school class of ‘ 71....

May 1, 2024

Michael Duska

December 17, 1954 – May 1, 2024

Michael Duska (69) passed away unexpectedly May 1st, 2024 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick. Michael was born and raised in Perth Amboy, NJ and graduated from Perth Amboy High School in 1973. Shortly after, he met the love...

Apr 28, 2024

Ann Tombasco Runiak, 97 passed away peacefully at home on April 28th, 2024 with her son, Frank and daughter in-law, Theresa Runiak at her side.

She was referred to as “Ma” and “Mamasita” by all close to her. She was born in Newark, NJ on October 25th, 1926 to Angelo and Lena Murello and resided...

Apr 23, 2024

Patricia Stafford, 71, entered into eternal life April 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was beloved by all who were blessed to know her.

Patti was born in Somerville, New Jersey on July 23, 1952, to Robert and Norma (nee Quinlin) Thorpe, and resided in Piscataway, New Jersey with her husband. Patti married...

Apr 17, 2024

Helen A. Goodrich, 79, entered into eternal life on April 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was beloved by all who were blessed to know her.

Helen was born June 29, 1944, in Mahanoy City, Pa. At a young age she moved to Crescent Drive, Bound Brook, NJ with her mother and brothers to be...

Apr 14, 2024

Ruth D. Hess, aged 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 14, 2024. Born on February 8, 1933 to Walter Day and Jennie Randolph Day at their Roselle Park home, she was the youngest of four children.

Ruth graduated from Roselle Park High School. She and husband Donald Shields moved to Scotch Plains,...

Apr 14, 2024

Adolfo Acevedo, a devoted husband, loving father, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family at the age of 62. Adolfo was born in Huajuapan, Oaxaca, Mexico, to Abraham and Maria (Arroyo) Acevedo. Adolfo's passion for education led him to pursue a bachelor's degree in education, and he spent over a decade imparting knowledge and...

Apr 10, 2024

Harry Thorsen, 88, of Martinsville, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2024. Born in Perth Amboy, he was the son of the late Harry and Dorothy Thorsen, Harry's journey was one of resilience, warmth, and community spirit.

After graduating from Perth Amboy High School, Harry pursued his passion for education, earning a master's...

Apr 5, 2024

Vito L. Pinto Jr. passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024, A lifelong resident of Bound Brook, he was the son of the late Vito and Santa (Nardozzi) Pinto. Vito was a graduate of Bound Brook High School. He was a proud veteran of the US Army, serving his country from 1950 to 1958, during the Korean...

Apr 1, 2024

Wayne Petko, age 70, passed away peacefully & surrounded by loved ones on April 1st, 2024.

He was born in Orange, NJ, to William M. Petko and Ruth Petko (nee Maurer). Wayne graduated from Madison High School and went on to earn his Associate’s degree from the County College of Morris. He worked as a...

Mar 30, 2024

Joseph Patrick Slater, 62, of Middlesex, NJ passed into eternal life surrounded by loving family on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Joseph was a beloved son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, counselor and friend and will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.

Joseph was born on May 12, 1961 in Brooklyn, NY where he spent his formative years....

Mar 29, 2024

William (Bill) Walter Fehr, 96, a long-time resident of Bound Brook, NJ passed away after a brief illness on March 29, 2024.

Born December 19, 1927, the son of William V. Fehr and Ameilia Walter Fehr. He graduated from Bound Brook High School and received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Newark College...

Mar 28, 2024

Forever in our hearts, our dear Mother Della Rae Goss, who was 97, ascended into Heaven on March 28, 2024, at home.

She was born on March 15, 1927, in Lewistown, PA, the daughter of the late Raymond and Bertha (LeCompte) Hickman of Burnham, PA.

In addition to her parents, she...

Mar 23, 2024

Robert James Miller, 81 passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 23, 2024, after spending the day surrounded by his beloved family. Robert was born in Neptune, NJ to the late Edward Miller and Doris Mae Miller (Williams). He often told the story that he was small enough as a baby to fit in a shoe box, which surely wasn’t...

Mar 23, 2024

Michael D. Bischoff, age 66, of Freehold, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2024.

Born in Passaic, Michael attended Bound Brook High School. Following his education, he embarked on a successful career where he laid the foundation for his future endeavors and started from the bottom, working for Lawn Doctor. Michael later worked...

Mar 23, 2024

**In Loving Memory of Craig Konkle**

Craig M. Konkle, a beloved father, dedicated Scout leader, volunteer firefighter, coach, and pillar of the community, passed away suddenly on March 23, 2024. His tragic and untimely departure left a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Born on December...