Obituaries
Carlos Silva
Feb 27, 2025
Carlos Silva, 72, passed away unexpectedly on February 27, 2025.
Born in Brazil, Carlos later migrated to Newark, NJ, and later to Union, NJ, where he began working for Galante Funeral Home as a beloved funeral assistant. Known for his hard work and good sense of humor, Carlos was an incredibly valued employee to the Galante Funeral Home team.
He was a...
Edward "Butch" Casey
Mar 31, 2025
Edward P. "Butch" Casey, Jr., 71 of Florham Park passed away on March 31, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Butch at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Friday April 4 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. James Church in Springfield on Saturday at 9:30 AM. Interment will...
Cecilia Castro Araujo
Mar 29, 2025
Cecilia Castro Araujo, 86, passed away on March 29, 2025. Born in the country of Portugal (Sopo, Vila Nova de Cerveira) on September 8, 1938. Cecilia's journey brought her to the United States in 1974, where she embraced the life that awaited her in Newark, New Jersey, before later settling in Union in 2003.
Cecilia's career was a testament to her...
Anna Konovalova
Mar 27, 2025
With deep love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Anna Konovalova, a beloved mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother. She was a cherished member of her family, now reunited in spirit with her beloved daughter, Maria Trofimova, who passed away a year ago. She is lovingly remembered by her son-in-law, Dmitry Trofimov, and her grandchildren, Oleg Trofimov and Michael Trofimov.
Anna was...
Carmella Brennan
Mar 23, 2025
Carmella Brennan, 79, passed away on March 23rd, 2025.
Friends and family are invited to a visitation for Carmella on Thursday, March 27, from 10:00am to 12:00pm at Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Avenue in Union. Following the visitation will be the burial of Carmella at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, 125 Central Ave, East Orange.
Nyfrance Glaude
Mar 21, 2025
Nyfrance Glaude, passed away on March 21, 2025. Born in Haiti, Nyfrance was as a civil engineer before transitioning into a vital leadership role as the director of Lycee Jean Leopold Dominique de L'Estere School in Haiti.
Nyfrance cherished his hobbies, particularly playing and watching soccer, where he thrived as a goalkeeper. He had a deep love for his home country...
James V. Parrillo
Mar 16, 2025
James V. Parrillo, 90 passed away on March 16, 2025.
An alumnus of Eastside High School In Newark. James carried a deep-seated pride for his beloved city roots and transformed that pride into action. His a role epitomized his passion for bringing about positive change. Throughout his career of many years with the city he made indelible contributions. His influence was...
Mitchizko "Mikko" Mendoza-Ryals
Mar 16, 2025
Mitchizko "Mikko" Mendoza-Ryals, 58 of Union passed away on March 16, 2025.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Mikko at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday March 20 from 1-3 & 5-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael's Church in Union on Friday at 10:15 AM. Entombment will follow...
Joan Casale
Mar 10, 2025
Joan Casale (nee Capobianco), born February 11, 1932, passed away peacefully in Florham Park, NJ on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the age of 93.
Joan was born in Newark and raised her family in Union before moving to The Hideout in Lake Ariel in PA, referred to as “The Big House” by her grandchildren. Joan lived a simple, wholesome, and...
Marie Odette Pierre
Mar 8, 2025
Marie Odette Pierre, age 81, of Union, NJ went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 8th, 2025.
Marie Odette Pierre was born in Laraque, Haiti to the late Antoine Barthelus and Dorcelia Jean Charles. She is affectionately known by many as Odette, Gran, Grandma, Soeur Odette, and Tati Odette.
Odette completed her schooling at the Lise Lamothe School in...
Ryszard S. Malczak
Mar 5, 2025
Ryszard S. Malczak, a resident of Union for over 30 years and a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025. He was 79. Born in the quaint village of Brwinow, Poland, Richie carried with him the spirit of his homeland throughout his life.
Richie dedicated many years to his career, most recently maintaining the grounds of...
Godfrey S. Hoyte
Feb 28, 2025
GODFREY STANISLAUS HOYTE WAS BORN ON October 28 1956 in Georgetown, Guyana to proud parents Janet Hoyte and the late Compton Hoyte. He was the first son and the third of ten siblings in his family.
Godfrey attended East La Pentience Government School and began his career at Letter graphic company, then to Stockfeed company where he worked as a driver. From...
Noel Boyle
Feb 27, 2025
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Noel, beloved spouse, best friend, devoted Uncle and Brother, who died peacefully and on his own terms on February 27, 2025 at the age of 75.
Noel was a devoted husband and companion to his partner and spouse of 44 years, Anna. He always stood by her side as they travelled together through...
Thaddeus J. Cop
Feb 26, 2025
Thaddeus J. Cop, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great- grandfather, passed away on February 26, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, hard work, and love that will forever be etched in the hearts of all who knew him. Born and raised in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Thaddeus spent his formative years in Union, an area that held a special...
Natalya Kanumilli
Feb 23, 2025
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Natalya, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, who left us on February 23, 2025, at the age of 43.
Natalya was a devoted mother to her two children, whom she loved fiercely, and a cherished wife to Kumar, who always knew her love was one of a kind. She was a woman of...
Leonardo T. Castillo
Feb 23, 2025
Leonardo T. Castillo, 78 of Union passed away on February 23, 2025.
Leonardo T. Castillo is survived by his son, Manny Castillo, and daughter-in-law, Angelica. He also leaves behind his son, Leonardo Castillo Jr., and daughter, Sheila Castillo. His cherished siblings, Rosario Castillo and Felisa Castillo, along with his grandchildren, Felix Marion Isles, Dianne LaFrades, Xavier Raphael Castillo, and Kristine Nicole...
Romeo C. Ponce
Feb 22, 2025
Romeo C. Ponce, 82 of Union, NJ, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025.
Born in Bolinao, Philippines, Romeo dedicated his career to the medical field, working as a medical scientist at Bayonne Hospital for many years before retiring in 2016.
Romeo was a man of many passions—an avid gardener who found joy in nurturing life, a devoted member of the St....
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...
