Obituaries
Annmarie Martin
Sep 30, 2024
Annmarie Martin passed away on September 30, 2024. She was 81 years old.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Annmarie at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday October 3 from 2-7 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Michael Church in Union on Friday at 10:15 AM. Interment will follow at...
Salvatore Cetrulo
Sep 29, 2024
Salvatore Cetrulo, 85 of North Caldwell passed away on September 29, 2024.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral mass for Sal at Notre Dame Church, 359 Central Ave. North Caldwell on Friday October 4 at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of the Galante Funeral Home in Caldwell.
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Mildred T. Barbarisi
Sep 29, 2024
Millie got her wings and went to walk with the angels on September 29, 2024; she was 78 years young.
Millie was born in Newark, New Jersey. She is predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Louis whom she met and began dating at the ages of 14 and 13. Millie is survived by her loving children, grandchildren, brother and sister:...
Patrick Alphonse
Sep 28, 2024
Patrick Alphonse passed away on September 28 2024. Born on March 15, 1962, in Port Au Prince, Haiti, Patrick moved to Canada in 1977 at the age of 15, before making a home and life for himself in the United States. He was an accomplished electrician, known for his expertise and dedication to his craft. Patrick's career was not just...
Josephine Szurka
Sep 26, 2024
Josephine Szurka (née Pinilla), born on January 13, 1927, in Manhattan, NY, peacefully departed this world at her home in Union, NJ, on September 26, 2024. She was a remarkable woman whose life touched the hearts of many.
Josephine was the devoted mother of Wayne Szurka and cherished grandmother to Jesse Szurka. She is preceded in death by her loving husband,...
Patrick Rafique
Sep 22, 2024
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Patrick Rafique, 38, of Union, NJ, on September 22, 2024. A beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend, Patrick touched the hearts of everyone fortunate enough to know him. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate his life at a visitation at Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave., Union, on...
Edgardo V. Belino
Sep 19, 2024
Edgardo V. Belino, 80, of Union, NJ, passed away peacefully. Born in Alitagtag, Batangas, Philippines, Edgardo immigrated to the United States in 1973 and built a life dedicated to his family and career. He worked as a Quality Control Technician at Alpha Metals in Jersey City for over 30 years before retiring.
Edgardo is survived by his loving wife, Edna (Macalintal);...
Antoinette "Dolly" Verdi
Sep 17, 2024
Antoinette “Dolly” Verdi (Addonizio) of Wall Township, formerly of West Orange and born in Newark passed away on September 17, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Verdi and the late Herbert DeSacia. Dolly leaves behind the loves of her life, sons Anthony and his wife Sharon and Michael and his wife Mari. The apples of her eye grandsons Anthony, Michael, Matthew, Mark and...
Irene S. Carr
Sep 8, 2024
Irene S. Carr was born on October 2, 1942, in St. Thomas, Jamaica. She is survived by her brother James and sister Linnette. Her legacy continues through her beloved nieces and nephews, circle of close friends, and her Fellowship Baptist Church family, where she was an active and respected member.
Irene found joy and peace in knitting, crocheting, sewing and puzzles....
Miguel Lopez
Sep 7, 2024
Miguel Angel Raimundo Lopez 97, of Union, NJ, beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great grandfather passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones on September 7, 2024.
Miguel was born in Habana, Cuba in 1927, to Candido Miguel Lopez and Amparo Margarita Alonso, along with twin sister, Margot, joined later by younger sister, Eva. He married the love...
Josephine Genevrino
Sep 4, 2024
Josephine D. Genevrino, 91 of Springfield passed away peacefully on September 4, 2024. Born in Newark, Josephine was a longtime Springfield resident. She was a dedicated homemaker, who treasured time spent with her family. She was loved by all who knew her and devoted her life to others.
The faithful daughter of the late Anthony and Alice (Marmo) DiChiara, Josephine was...
Joseph Azzarello
Aug 30, 2024
Joseph Azzarello, 100 of Union passed away on August 30, 2024.
Joseph will be privately interred with military honors at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are in the care of the Galante Funeral Home.
Born in New York, Joseph was a longtime Union resident. He was a proud Army veteran who served in World War II. Later, Joseph...
Luis A. Morales
Aug 28, 2024
Luis Antonio Morales (1933-2024)
Luis Antonio Morales, 91, of Roseland, NJ, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones on August 28, 2024.
Services are private, in the care of the Galante Funeral Home in Caldwell.
Born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico in 1933 to Antonio and Clotilde Morales, Luis was the 2nd eldest...
Thomas Vincent Gilmore Jr.
Aug 23, 2024
Thomas Vincent Gilmore Jr., of Westfield, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on August 23, 2024, at the age of 51. Born on February 27, 1973, in Summit, NJ, Tom was known for his unwavering dedication and hard work as a self-employed construction worker. His craftsmanship was seen not just in the projects he completed but...
Mary Ann Giufurta
Aug 22, 2024
Mary Ann Giufurta (nee Catena) a beloved daughter of Eugene and Rose Catena, loving mother to Eugene and Nicole, Aunt to nieces and nephews and cherished friend to many passed away peacefully on August 22 2024, at the age of 81. Born in Pennsylvania, Mary Ann devoted her life to caring for others, first as a dental assistant at ILA...
Jose Alonso
Aug 19, 2024
Jose Alonso, 82 of Clark passed away on August 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, after receiving his last rites.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Jose at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Wednesday August 21 from 4-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Bartholomew the Apostle Church in...
Theresa M. McHugh
Aug 18, 2024
Theresa M. McHugh, 91 passed away at home on August 18, 2024.
Born in Newark, she lived in Maplewood for 30 years prior to residing in Springfield for the past 30 years. Theresa dedicated her life to both her family and her career, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Theresa was a devoted office manager...
Nicolaos Papadakis
Aug 17, 2024
Our beloved father and grandfather Nicolaos Papadakis, at the age of 89, peacefully passed away on August 17, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.Nicolaos was born to George and Fotini Papadakis in Volada, Karpathos. In the 1950s he immigrated to the United States with his family for a better life where he learned English and worked in restaurants. In 1961,...
John M Izzolino
Aug 16, 2024
John M. Izzolino, a talented chef and entrepreneur, passed away on August 16, 2024, in California. Born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, he lived a life marked by culinary passion and vibrant personality that endeared him to many.
John's journey into the culinary world began when he moved to California ten years ago. There, he fulfilled his dream of entrepreneurship by...
Joseph Liquori
Aug 13, 2024
Joseph Liquori, 87 of Hillside passed away on August 13, 2024.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation for Joseph at the Galante Funeral Home, 2800 Morris Ave. Union on Thursday August 15 from 3-8 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Christ the King Church in Hillside on Friday at 10 AM. Interment will follow at Graceland...
