Anthony Branda, Jr., 82, of Parlin, NJ (formerly of Hoboken, NJ) passed away on March 23, 2026. Beloved husband of 61 years to Elizabeth (née Rotondaro). Loving father of Teresa Branda, Linda Branda and her husband James Larson. Cherished grandfather of Jesse Ocasio and Elizabeth Skarantonakis. Dear brother of Paris Branda, and the late Dennis …
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Paul J. Lisa
Paul J. Lisa, 60, a lifelong resident of Hoboken, passed away on March 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to his family. He was the beloved son of the late John and Joan Lisa. Paul’s greatest joy was his roles as a husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by …
John Heslin
John Heslin, at the age of 86, said his final Irish good-bye from HarborView Nursing Home on 3/22/26. Born and raised in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan, John resided in Hoboken from 1973 until his transfer to long-term care in June of 2025. John is predeceased by his loving wife of 40 years, Maureen …
Michele Blakely
Michele Blakely (née Cusimano), 77, of Whiting, NJ, formerly of Hoboken, NJ, passed away on February 20, 2026. Born in Jersey City, NJ, and raised in Hoboken, Michele lived a life centered on love, friendship, and dedication. She was the beloved wife of the late Haywood Blakely and a devoted mother to Leonard Blakely. She …
William J. Casella
William J. Casella, 79, of Hoboken, NJ (formerly of Jersey City, NJ), passed away March 17, 2026. Surviving are his loving children; Cassandra Casella, Joseph Casella, step-daughter Leah Seickendick, and step-son Leo Seickendick, his cherished grandson, Carmelo, his brother, Joseph “Jody” Casella and his wife Loida (née Bonilla), and his former wife and friend, Enza …
Eileen M. Wehrhahn
Eileen M. Wehrhahn (née Byrne), 71, a lifelong Hoboken, NJ resident, passed away March 15, 2026 surrounded by her family . Beloved wife of 50 years Walter D. Wehrhahn. Devoted mother of daughter Amy Franco, son Kris Wehrhahn and his wife Cherie and Cherished grandmother of Casey, Maddox, Daniel and Emma. She is also survived …
Patricia Grace Barone
Patricia Grace Barone (MACALI), known affectionately as Patti, a warm, easy going, and deeply loving mother, grandmother, wife and friend, passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 12, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of laughter and unconditional love. Born on May 15, 1951, in Hoboken, New Jersey, to Bridget Amato Macali and Frank Macali. She was …
Dimitrios Babalis
Dimitrios “Jimmy” Babalis, 73, of Secaucus, passed away on March 8, 2026. Survived by his wife, Cathy, her siblings, Colette, Patty and spouse Myra and daughter Angelina, his nephew, Nicholas Babalis and his wife Sholien, their two children, Alexander and Konstantinos Babalis. Also survived by his niece, Katerina Sciglitano, and husband Filoreto, and children, Georgina …
Michele Serino
Michele Serino, 80, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025. Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, March 9, 6 PM at St. Francis Church, 308 Jefferson Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030.
Patrick Pasculli
Patrick Pasculli, a lifelong resident of Hoboken, devoted educator, public servant, and proud champion of his city’s history, passed away leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and deep love for his community. Born and raised in Hoboken, Patrick grew up along the city’s historic waterfront where his father worked as a longshoreman. The values …