Jessie Citro (formerly Capraro), 95, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, April 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in Hoboken, Jessie spent nearly her entire life in the home she cherished. She was deeply involved in her community, dedicating many years of service to Hoboken High School and remaining …
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Marta Mezzina
Marta Mezzina (née Petruzzella), 87, of Hoboken, NJ (currently of Upper Saddle River, NJ), passed away April 13, 2026. Predeceased by her beloved husband of 64 years, Cosmo Mezzina (2025). Loving mother of Joseph Mezzina and his wife Rosalba, Rosa Miele and her husband Giuseppe. Cherished grandmother of Andrew Mezzina and his wife Delia, Matthew …
Luca Binetti
Binetti, Luca, 92 of Weehawken, New Jersey passed away on Saturday April 11, 2026. Beloved husband of Rosa (née Amato) of 63 years. Loving father of Mauro Binetti and his wife Anna, Natale Binetti and Damiana Cirillo and her husband Anthony. Dear brother of Salvatore and Michele, and brother-in-law to Vitangelo Amato and sister-in-law Marianna …
Neima Grandela
NEIMA GRANDELA, age 88, died at her Marine View Plaza home in Hoboken, New Jersey on April 8, 2026, of natural causes, after a brief illness. She was born in Sagua La Grande, Cuba on May 28, 1937, an only child to parents Juana Maria Martinez and Atilano Grandela. She was educated at the University …
Vincent A. Guinta
Vincent A. Guinta, 79, recently of Toms River, passed away April 5, 2026. Predeceased by his parents, Vincent was the beloved son of the late Catherine (née Cicero) and Vincent Guinta and the dear brother of the late, Anthony Guinta. Survived by his wife of 36 years, Grace and their three children Kristine Ribarczek and …
Catherine A. Ferrante
Catherine Ferrante passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at the age of 94. Catherine loved life and all the people in it. She brought joy wherever she went and had a way of making everyone feel special. She adored her grandchildren and took great pride in her family, who were the center of her …
Anthony Branda, Jr.
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 …
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 …