Obituaries
John A. Coddington
Feb 15, 2025
John A. Coddington, 80 of Hillside passed away on February 15, 2025.
Funeral services are private, in the care of the Galante Funeral Home in Union.
Born in Jersey City, John was a longtime resident until moving to Pennsylvania and then Hillside 20 years ago. He was a warehouseman and a forklift operator with Speed Mart in Secaucus prior to his retirement....
Keith Halliwell
Feb 14, 2025
Keith Halliwell, 73, of Caldwell, NJ, passed away peacefully on February 14th.
Born and raised in Newark, Keith earned his Bachelor’s degree from William Paterson College and built a career in sales, working at Clark Transmission in Fairfield for eight years. Prior to that, he spent two decades as a manager at Bobker Bearings.
Keith was an avid New York Jets and...
Denis Innocent Valcourt
Feb 9, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Denis Valcourt, a beloved father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Born on September 11, 1940, in the serene town of Marmalade, Haiti, Denis lived a life full of love, resilience, and unwavering dedication to his family and community. He departed this world surrounded by the love of those...
Howard Katz
Feb 9, 2025
Howard Katz was born in Newark, NJ to Bernice and Louis Katz on December 18, 1942.
He began his schooling at Mount Vernon in Irvington, NJ and graduated from Union High School in 1960.
He joined the Air Force and was enlisted for 4 years. He served as an interpreter of Chinese during that time.
After leaving the Air Force he earned his...
Rose Marie Ventura
Feb 8, 2025
Rose Marie (nee Ferroni) Ventura, 84 passed away on February 8, 2025. As a beloved matriarch and a person of remarkable strength, Rose inspired all who had the privilege to know her.
Born to Italian immigrant parents in Newark, NJ, Rose was the eldest of eight siblings, including five brothers and two younger sisters. Throughout her life, she exemplified familial dedication,...
Victoria M. Salerno
Feb 7, 2025
Victoria M. Salerno, March 13, 1942-February 6, 2025
During the late evening of February 6, 2025, Victoria “Vicky” Salerno, née Sasso passed away at her home in Kenilworth surrounded by her loving family. Born in Newark on March 13, 1942 to the late Pietro and Apollonia Sasso, née Del Vecchio, who were proud natives of Castelnuovo di Conza, Provincia di Salerno,...
Benito Vazquez
Feb 6, 2025
Benito Vazquez, 73 of Clark, NJ passed away on February 6, 2025. Born in Ourense, Spain, Benito immigrated to Newark in 1966 before settling in Kearny and later making his home in Clark in 1989.
A dedicated and hardworking man, Benito was a longshoreman for ILA Local #1235 for 50 years until his retirement in 2019.
Beyond his career, Benito found joy...
Nettie Lee Roessner
Feb 4, 2025
Early morning, February 4, 2025, Nettie Lee Henson Roessner, age 95, left her earthly home to join her beloved late husband, Robert Vincent, in their heavenly home.
Nettie, born on March 4, 1929, in Randolph County, GA was the daughter of the late John Wesley and Arrey Lou Boyd Henson. She is survived by brothers David P. Henson of Mableton, GA,...
Manuel Losada
Feb 4, 2025
Manuel Losada Marquina AKA Manolo by his friends and family, past away on February 4, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Vilaboa, Rubias de Ramiranes, Celanova, Orense, Spain,
Manolo's early life was filled with the vibrant culture of his homeland. He later moved to the United States in 1956, where he settled in the Ironbound section of Newark before...
Carmella D'Alessio
Jan 30, 2025
Carmella D'Alessio, 81, of Union, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025. Born and raised in Newark, Mel moved to Union in the early 1990's. She was a beloved figure and a dedicated member of her community, having served as a court clerk for Essex County in Newark for over 30 years, where her commitment and hard work earned her...
Yolette Seide-Bernadel
Jan 29, 2025
Yolette Seide was born in Port Au Prince, Haiti on January 20th, 1957. She was born as the youngest of three, with two older brothers Frantz and Nicolas. Her mother Ismelie Pauyo was already a member of the Jehovah’s Witness, subject to the study of the Bible with the first missionary brothers in Haiti at that time. With Nicolas Pauyo,...
Theresa Ferraro
Jan 29, 2025
Theresa Ferraro, 72 of Laurence Harbor passed away on January 29, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Terry at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Monday February 3 from 9am to 12 noon. A Funeral Service will be celebrated in the funeral home at 12 noon. Entombment will follow at Hollywood Memorial Park.
Born...
Lisa Cowper
Jan 29, 2025
Lisa Ann Cowper (née Signorella), aged 62, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 in Livingston, NJ.
Lisa was born on August 19, 1962 to parents Dorothy and Joseph. Lisa lived most of her life in Kenilworth, NJ, and most recently lived in Caldwell, NJ to be near her son and his family.
A graduate of David Brearley High School, Lisa enjoyed...
Gloria Rosario Erana
Jan 29, 2025
Our dear sister in Christ, Gloria Erana, went home to be with the Lord on January 29th, surrounded by her loving family and friends. While we grieve her passing, we also find comfort in knowing that she is now in the presence of Jesus, free from pain and sorrow.
Gloria, along with her husband of 27 years, Arthur, lived in Union...
Anna Schiano
Jan 27, 2025
Anna Schiano (nee Iuliano), a long-time Springfield resident, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2025 at Overlook Medical Center surrounded by her family. She was 81.
See was preceded in death by her loving husband of 36 years, John Schiano. She leaves behind her two sons, John Schiano Jr. and Robert Schiano (and his wife, Candice); and one brother, Salvatore...
Eileen A Argondizza
Jan 27, 2025
Eileen A. Argondizza, a beloved matriarch and long-time resident of New Jersey, passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 90. Born and raised in Newark, Eileen dedicated 38 years of her life to her career as an Administrator with Prudential in Newark for 38 years before retiring in 1997.
Eileen's life was profoundly enriched by her role as...
Arthur A. Mathews
Jan 27, 2025
Arthur A. Mathews, 77 of Paterson passed away at home on January 27, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Art at the Galante Funeral Home, 54 Roseland Ave. Caldwell on Friday January 31 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral mass will be celebrated at St. James of the Marches Church in Totowa on Saturday at 9:30 AM....
Catherine Pellerito
Jan 27, 2025
Catherine Pellerito, a hard-working woman known for her love of cooking and baking, passed away peacefully at home on January 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 22, 1921, in Newark, NJ, Catherine dedicated her life to nurturing her family with her culinary talents, often preparing her beloved manicotti from scratch and delighting them with cucchi, showcasing...
Carmelite Jeudy
Jan 26, 2025
Carmelite Jeudy, 98, of Newark, NJ, passed away at home on January 26, 2025.
Born in Haiti, Carmelite moved to Newark in 1999. A talented tailor by trade, she found joy in her craft and in the company of those she loved. She had a deep appreciation for music and dance but more than anything, she cherished being surrounded by family,...
Maria C. Costa
Jan 26, 2025
Maria C. Costa, 97, of Newark, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025. Born in Linhares, Portugal, Maria immigrated to the United States in 1950 with her beloved husband, the late Albert Costa, settling in North Newark to build a new life together.
Maria dedicated over 20 years as a quality control inspector at Gordos in Bloomfield. After retiring, she...
