Claudio Baljko, age 83, of Hoboken, NJ passed away April 5, 2026. He is survived by his brother Joseph Baljko, his sisters Gordana Picinich and Dubravka Lezaja, four nephews and six nieces. Claudio was born in Kukljica, Croatia to Celestina (née Milich) and Krsto Baljko. He emigrated to the United States, and served two years in the army …
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Craig C. Caracozza`
Craig C. Caracozza, 46, of West Caldwell, NJ, passed away on April 29, 2026. Devoted husband of Cindy (née Ratto) Caracozza. Proud father of Sienna Viviana. Cherished son of Janice (née Stoffa) and her life partner Bart. Dear brother of Michael Caracozza and his wife Heather. Also survived by many brothers- and sisters-in-law, and a …
Loretta M. Burns
Loretta M. Burns, 85, of Union City, NJ, passed away April 25, 2026. Survived by her dear sister, Eileen Burns-Yokota, and many extended family and friends. Predeceased by her parents; Loretta and Howard Burns. Loretta was born in Astoria, NY, and was a retired attorney. Visitation Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 …
Ambrose J. Hildemann
Ambrose “Amby” J. Hildemann, of Point Pleasant, NJ, entered into eternal life on April 23, 2026. Predeceased by his brother, John Hildemann and his sister, Margaret “Margie” Hildemann-Lear, and his parents; John and Margaret (Peg) Hildemann. Amby was born and raised in Hoboken, NJ. He was a member of the young dems, and was affectionately known …
Jessie R. Citro
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 …
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 …