Obituaries

Sep 19, 2024

Anthony P. Bianco, a cherished member of the community, passed away on September 19, 2024 at Valley Hospital in Paramus, New Jersey, at the age of 85. Born on November 27, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York, Anthony's early experiences in the vibrant city shaped the kind-hearted and welcoming individual he became.

His career as a supervisor at Peerless Importers in Brooklyn...

Sep 19, 2024

Agnes Grace Slingland (nee Hearn), age 93, of West Milford passed away peacefully on September 19, 2024. She was a week shy of her 94th birthday.

Agnes was born on September 27, 1930 in Wayne, NJ, to the late Sidney and Lydia (Van Harken) Hearn. She graduated from Pompton Lakes High School in 1947, raised her family with Edward C. Slingland...

Sep 10, 2024

Pamela Jayne Patchell, 66, of Vernon, New Jersey, passed away on September 10, 2024 after a long illness that she courageously battled. She was born in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, to the late Edwin and Marie Decker and was a graduate of Butler High School. She was the proud wife of her high school sweetheart, George, and together they...

Sep 8, 2024

James Adrian Dick, age 68, of Butler, died Sunday, September 8, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Dick was born April 21, 1956, in Paterson, NJ the son of the late Adrian and the late Anna (Rafferty) Dick.

Jim graduated  Paramus High School in 1974 and CUNY with a degree in Applied...

Sep 3, 2024

Alejandro Espinoza Salas, 64, of Bloomingdale, NJ passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will be Saturday, September 7, 2024 from 11:30am-1:30pm at the Morrison Etheridge Funeral Home, 86 Bartholdi Ave, Butler, NJ. A funeral service will be offered at 1:00pm on Saturday also at the funeral home. Burial will be in Alejandro's...

Sep 3, 2024

Patricia Butler, nee Byrne, passed away after a very short illness on September 3, 2024. She was a month shy of her 90th birthday. She was predeceased by her loving husband John Butler, her beautiful granddaughter, Brittany Butler, her parents Clara and Patrick Byrne, her brother James Byrne, and her cousin and friend, Joan Higgins. She is survived by...

Sep 2, 2024

Suzanne Huha, 68 of Butler, NJ, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024. She was the daughter of Robert and the late Marie (Di Pierro) Tucker.

Suzanne had an incredible talent for designing and creating crafts. Her passion showed through in her line of couture pet outfits, beautifully crocheted blankets for her grandchildren and,...

Aug 31, 2024

Robert A. Martin, age 66 passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, August 31, 2024. He is survived by his devoted wife of 34 loving years,  JoanMary O'Toole and his loving daughter Gabrielle Samantha Martin.

Visitation will be Tuesday, September 10, 2024 from 10am -11am at the Morrison Etheridge Funeral Home, 86 Bartholdi...

Aug 31, 2024

In loving memory of our mother, Eralia Miguelina Castillo (nee Torres) who passed away on August 31, 2024. She was the faithful wife of Cecilio Castillo (deceased), devoted mother of Alane Andrian-Castillo, Annette Hibbler and Cecil Castillo, and loving grandmother of five grandchildren and one great granddaughter. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

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Aug 31, 2024

Stacy Ann Scharf was born March 16, 1969. She passed away on August 31, 2024. She was predeceased by her mother Mary Ann and her father Robert. She is survived by her Aunt Ann Smith, Aunt Alberta Neiberding, Uncle Richard Greco, Fr. Raymond Greco, also known as Uncle Billy, Uncle John Greco, her two foster sisters Thuy and Duyen,...

Aug 30, 2024

Loretta Viola Silversey (née Barkowski), a beloved mother, wife, and community member, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, in Midland Park, NJ. Born on May 9, 1935, in Eynon, PA, Viola lived a life marked by dedication, love, and service to others.

Viola was the cherished daughter of Edward and Nellie Barkowski, who instilled...

Aug 27, 2024

Jan L. Bossard, age 73, of Butler passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024, unexpectedly.

Jan was born July 5, 1951 in Paterson, NJ, the son of the late Paul and Audry Ann (Klink) Bossard. He was also the beloved husband of the late Patricia K. (Fitzgerald) Bossard. Jan was a Physical Education teacher in Butler...

Aug 26, 2024

Nicasia Block, age 86, of Butler, formerly of Toms River and Wayne, passed away Monday, August 26, 2024. Mrs. Block was born December 18, 1937, in Clifton, NJ the daughter of James and Josephine (Rottola) Benanti.

She was a secretary for American Cyanamid in Wayne, NJ before her retirement. She loved to watch...

Aug 21, 2024

Betty died at her home, Wednesday August 21, 2024, at the age of 81. She was predeceased by her husband, of 57 years, Robert. Betty is survived by her daughter, Laura, son RJ, daughter-in-law Lisa, four grandchildren – Matthew, Daniel, Dennis, and Christopher, her sister Beverly, as well as her nieces, and nephews.

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Aug 18, 2024

Katherine Nevard Cook of Matamoras PA, died suddenly on August 18, 2024. She was predeceased by her parents, Richard and Grace Nevard, and her eldest son David Cook. She is survived and deeply missed by her husband of 47 years, Charles Cook, her youngest son Justin Cook, grandson Eric Cook, and daughter-in-law Cheryl Cook. She is also survived by...

Aug 6, 2024

We are here today to honor Ronald J Kollmann. Born September 27th 1950 to his expiration date of August 6th 2024. He lived an amazing nearly 74 years, with an amazing amount of stories he shared with all. He is surpassed by his wife Kathrine A. Kollmann, his two sons Ronald M. Kollmann and Matthew W. Kollmann. His granddaughter...

Aug 4, 2024

Marilyn A. Struck, age 85, of Butler, NJ, entered eternal peace on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Mrs. Struck was born March 30, 1939, in Franklin, NJ the daughter of the late Michael and the late Rose (Yanvary) Toth. She is survived by her beloved children, Ken and his wife Diane of Hewitt, NJ, Jeff and his wife Cathy of...

Aug 1, 2024

Grace Marie Davis (née Redmond) passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, at the age of 91, in Pompton Plains, New Jersey. Born on January 21, 1933, in Teaneck, New Jersey, Grace lived a life marked by love, dedication, and service to her community.

Grace devoted much of her life to her family, serving not...

Jul 31, 2024

Joán Mills Prentzel (aged 95) died peacefully in her sleep on July 31, 2024 after being surrounded by the love of her extensive family. Joan (pronounced Jo ‘An) was born in Johnstown, PA with 4 siblings and later moved to Chevy Chase, Maryland where she attended Chevy Chase high school. Her father (who had been a Greenbay Packer) died...

Jul 30, 2024

Arlene M. Schinsky was born 11/1/1936 in Brooklyn, NY. She lived in various locations in Queens, NY throughout her life until moving to a home in Butler, NJ in 1984. She relocated from Butler in December of 2019 to The Greens at Cannondale assisted living facility in Wilton, CT to be near her niece, Marilyn Babkowski, who lovingly looked...