Robert M. Rafter, Sr.

Robert M. Rafter, Sr., 90, a longtime resident of Secaucus, NJ, entered into eternal life on October 7, 2025.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Marge (née Maccaquano).  Devoted father of Robert M. Rafter, Jr. and Mary (Len) Kiwior and Cherished grandfather of Krista and Joseph.  Dear brother of Eileen Muenster.  …

Sergio DeCesare

Sergio DeCesare, 85, of North Bergen (formerly of Hoboken), entered into eternal life on October 5, 2025.  Predeceased by his beloved wife Maria DeCesare (2022).  Devoted father of Giovanni DeCesare, Serafina Valente, Porzia (Francesco) Talamo, and the late Maria Vicari (2016).  Cherished grandfather of Pierra, Maria, Jessica, Salvatore, Silvia, Maria, Sergio, Antonio, Marta, and Antonio, …

Paula Siccardi

Paula A. Siccardi, 72, a lifelong Hoboken resident, entered into eternal life on September 23, 2025.  She is survived by her brother, Peter Siccardi, her sister, Pat Colonna, her niece, Samantha Siccardi, and sister-in-law, Michele Siccardi, as well ad many dear friends. Visitation Friday, September 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM at the Failla-McKnight …

Kathleen Van De Velde

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kathleen “Kathy” Van De Velde (née Brookes), a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, on September 21, 2025. Kathy served her community with compassion as a Registered Nurse for 32 years. She will be remembered for her tenacity, strength, nurturing spirit, and her famous …

Dina Mastromauro

Dina Mastromauro (née Mezzina), 83, of Hoboken, NJ, entered into eternal life on September 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family in her home. She fought the battle of being diagnosed with Glioblastoma in November 2023.   Predeceased by her beloved husband Giovanni (2018).  Loving mother of Antonio and Michael Mastromauro, Maria Senatore and her husband Thomas.  …

Angeles Cotto-Hernandez

Angeles Cotto-Hernandez, 78, of Hoboken, NJ, entered into eternal life on September 14, 2025. Loving mother of Luis Antonio Pagan, Glory Ann Pagan and Mary Ann Pagan. A proud and devoted grandmother to Dimarie, Brandon, Kiomy, Luis, David and Jose. Angeles was born in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico to Ramona (née Hernandez) and Domingo Cotto, …

Lorenzo Casale

Lorenzo Casale, 86, of Moonachie, NJ (formerly of Hoboken, NJ) entered into eternal life on September 5, 2025 in Pallo, Italy.  Beloved husband of Angelina (née Pasquale).  Loving father of Joseph (Geraldine) Casale.  Cherished grandfather of Angelina and Anna Casale.  Dear brother of Antoietta of Italy. Lorenzo was born in Caggino, Italy to Margarita (née …