Kathleen P. Cunningham, 68, of Hoboken, NJ, entered into eternal life on October 28, 2025. Predeceased by her loving parents, Gladys and John Cunningham. Survived by her very close friends, Diane Lanza, Jo Younan and Patricia Nimbley. Kathleen was born in Jersey City, and worked for the Hudson County Department of Family Services for over …
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Pietro Romano
Pietro Romano, 77, of Fairview, NJ, entered into eternal life on October 25, 2025. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Antoinette (née Cardillo). Loving father of Joseph (Maria) Romano and Anthony (Patricia) Romano. Cherished grandfather of Peter, A.J. and Santino. Dear brother of Angela and Pasqualina Romano. Also survived by loving nieces and nephews both in …
Joseph J. Menino
Joseph (Joe) Menino was born in New Bedford, MA on March 10, 1955. He was the son of Joseph and Mary Menino. Joe attended Bishop Stang High School in Dartmouth, MA, where he developed his love of theater and acting. After high school, Joe entered Our Lady of Providence Seminary in Warwick Neck, RI, discerning …
Cecilia Zabala
Cecilia Zabala, 85, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025, surrounded by love. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Jorge Cruz (2005). Cecilia is survived by her two loving daughters and their partners, Maria and Enrique Peralta, and Lina and Ceasar Vasquez; her devoted sister, Carmen Zabala; and her most cherished grandchildren, Olivia, Sabrina, …
Sean Robert Kelly
Sean Robert Kelly, 71, passed away on October 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 24, 1954 in Lake Forest, Illinois to Joyce Lucille Munaretto Kelly and Lewis Alan Kelly. Sean grew up in Florham Park and Convent Station, New Jersey, and attended The Delbarton School as a day student. Sean …
Robert M. Rafter, Sr.
Robert M. Rafter, Sr., 90, a longtime resident of Secaucus, NJ, entered into eternal life on October 7, 2025. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marge (née Maccaquano). Devoted father of Robert M. Rafter, Jr. and Mary (Len) Kiwior and Cherished grandfather of Krista and Joseph. Dear brother of Eileen Muenster. …
Sergio DeCesare
Sergio DeCesare, 85, of North Bergen (formerly of Hoboken), entered into eternal life on October 5, 2025. Predeceased by his beloved wife Maria DeCesare (2022). Devoted father of Giovanni DeCesare, Serafina Valente, Porzia (Francesco) Talamo, and the late Maria Vicari (2016). Cherished grandfather of Pierra, Maria, Jessica, Salvatore, Silvia, Maria, Sergio, Antonio, Marta, and Antonio, …
Paula Siccardi
Paula A. Siccardi, 72, a lifelong Hoboken resident, entered into eternal life on September 23, 2025. She is survived by her brother, Peter Siccardi, her sister, Pat Colonna, her niece, Samantha Siccardi, and sister-in-law, Michele Siccardi, as well ad many dear friends. Visitation Friday, September 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM at the Failla-McKnight …
Kathleen Van De Velde
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen “Kathy” Van De Velde (née Brookes), a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, on September 21, 2025. Kathy served her community with compassion as a Registered Nurse for 32 years. She will be remembered for her tenacity, strength, nurturing spirit, and her famous …
Maureen Page
Maureen Page (née Murch), 56, a lifelong resident of Hudson County, NJ, born in Jersey City, growing up in Hoboken, and later raising her family in Jersey City, entered into eternal life on September 17, 2025. Devoted mother of Noah and Maya Page. Loving daughter of Mercedes Murch. Endeared sister of Annette Murch and aunt …