Martina Padilla, age 90, of Hoboken, NJ, entered into eternal life on November 12, 2025. Born in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico to Ramona and Pascasio Padilla, Martina was one of eight children and a proud maternal figure to her large and loving family. She is survived by her devoted sisters, Lucila, Aida, and Hilda, along …
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Michela DiSalvi
Michela DiSalvi, 85, of Newark, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025. She is survived by her beloved husband, Raffaele, and their loving daughters, Sofia DiSalvi and the late Rosa Pasquale (2023), as well as her son-in-law, James Pasquale. She is the cherished grandmother of Nadia Pasquale and her husband Ehab Mersal, Urbano Raffaele and …
Gustave “Gus” Carbonaro
Gustave Carbonaro, born December 30, 1936 in Hoboken, New Jersey quietly passed away on November 5, 2025. He is survived by his wife Barbara Carbonaro, son Michael Carbonaro, daughter Michelle Carbonaro, stepdaughter, Christine Gleitsmann, grandson, Anthony Carbonaro, daughter-in-law, Sharon Carbonaro, son-in-law, Robert Keblitis, many nieces and nephews, and his favorite Chihuahua, Cody. Gus’ early years …
Nancy DeBenedetto
Nancy DeBenedetto (née Caiezza) passed away peacefully on November 5, in her home, surrounded by her four children. Nancy had hoped to reach her 80th birthday and vote one more time, and the family is grateful that she achieved both those milestones in recent days. Nancy was pre-deceased by her beloved husband of fifty-three years, …
James Monaco Sr.
James Monaco Sr., 59, of Hoboken, New Jersey, passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He is survived by his devoted wife of 40 years, Victoria Monaco (nee Del Rosso), and their two children, Victoria and James Jr. James also leaves behind his three dogs, Bayley, Buddy, and Brock, as well …
Kathleen P. Cunningham
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 …
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 …