Sandra Sansevere, 72, born and raised in Hoboken, passed away on August 10, 2025, surrounded by her lovedones. She dedicated her life to her family, especially her mother, Ann, and grandmother, Lena.Her vocation was teaching; she spent 33 years as an esteemed middle school teacher in the Hoboken PublicSchool District – primarily at Brandt. Spirited …
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Julia Ann Branda
Julia Ann Branda (née Pettrow), 73, of Secaucus, entered into eternal life on August 4, 2025. Full obituary to follow… A celebration of Julia’s life will take place on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 3-8 PM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken. Parking is available in the rear of the funeral home …
Gloria V. Messina
Gloria Messina (née Petrillo), 96, a lifetime resident of Hoboken, NJ passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025. Loving mother of Mona Pellecchia. Cherished grandmother of Stefanie Petesic and Natalie DiTerlizzi, and great-grandmother of Mikey Petesic. Dear sister of Caroline McKenna. Predeceased by her parents, Alfonsine (née Lambiase) and Alfonse Petrillo, her former husband, Dominick, …
Ana Maresca
Ana Maresca, 91, of Hoboken, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. She is predeceased by her beloved husband, Ralph (2005). She is survived by her dearest daughter, Barbara (Stephen) Serafino. She is also survived by her loving brother Ramon Carrion of Puerto Rico, and her three cherished sister-in-laws, Florence Amato, Maria Maresca, and Arlene …
Nelly Rodriguez
Nelly Rodriguez, 81, of Union City, NJ, peacefully transitioned to eternal life on July 24, 2025. She is lovingly remembered by her devoted daughter, Aileen Lara, and her cherished granddaughter, Jailyne Lara. Nelly was preceded in death by the father of her children, Humberto Garo Santana (2022), and her beloved son, Humberto Garo, Jr. (2021). …
Mafalda “Martha” Curcio
Mafalda “Martha” Curcio (née Mattola), 97, of Hoboken, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on July 23, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Joseph Curcio (2005). Devoted mother of Madeline (Charles) Sansevere, Camille (Gerard) Ryan. Cherished grandmother of Joseph, Anne (Mike), John, Marc (Daniella), and great-grandmother of Ella and Ryan. …
Donald G. Girovasi
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald G. Girovasi, who died peacefully on July 16, 2025. Born in Hoboken, NJ, Donald lived a life defined by love—for his family, his community, and all living creatures. A devoted husband, he was married to his beloved wife, Eileen, for 54 wonderful years …
Elizabeth Forman
Elizabeth Miranda Forman (October 12, 1930) – (July 14, 2025), trailblazing matriarch and pillar of the Hispanic community. Born in Corozal, Puerto Rico, Elizabeth lived a life of passion, entrepreneurship, and community leadership. Alongside her beloved husband, Jerry Forman, whom she lovingly shared 65 years of marriage with, she co-founded the first Hispanic softball league …
Annunziata Pasquale
Annunziata Pasquale (née D’Elia), of East Rutherford, NJ (formerly of Hoboken, NJ), entered into eternal life on July 8, 2025. Beloved wife of 47 years to Antonio Pasquale. Devoted mother of Mary Ellen (Domenick) Rizzo, Jackie (Ryan) Nastro. Cherished grandmother of Francesca, Michael and Anthony. Dear sister of Carlos, Toninho and Raffael and stepdaughter to …
Filomena Recine
Filomena Recine (nee Buonsanto), beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, at the age of 78. She was born on January 20, 1947, in Molfetta, Italy. Filomena was the devoted wife of the late Giorgio Recine, with whom she shared 59 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built …