Frank C. “Miggy” Migliaccio, 79, of Bergenfield (formerly of Hoboken), passed away on February 19, 2026. Beloved husband of Joan (née Wortmann). Devoted step-father of Arlette Spang and her husband Benjamin, and Michael Raissis and his wife Tina. Cherished grandfather of Kieran Spang. Dear brother of Charles Migliaccio and his wife Mary, Amelia Jackson and …
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James P. Peluso
James P. Peluso, 97, of Jersey City (formerly of Hoboken) entered into eternal life on February 17, 2026. Predeceased by his beloved wife, Rosemarie (née Taranto)(2008). Devoted father of Maria (Ramon) Rivera. Cherished grandfather of Ralph (Melissa) Gallo and Matthew Gallo, and great-grandfather of Sophia. Also survived by his son-in-law, Ralph Gallo, Sr. James was …
Carl E. Prince
Carl E. Prince passed away peacefully at home in Hoboken, New Jersey at the age of 91 on February 6, 2026. He is survived by his children Elizabeth and Jonathan, and his grandchildren Alana Cooper-Prince and David Prince. Carl Prince was born on December 8, 1934, in Newark, New Jersey, to Phillip G. and Ann …
Joseph P. Rafter
Joseph Patrick Rafter, 80 years old, a lifelong resident of Hoboken, an educator and an activist, died on Sunday, January 25th, after a valiant fight with Alzheimer’s disease. Joe was the son of Catherine and John Rafter. He attended Our Lady of Grace Grammar School as his father and brother, John, had done before him. …
Frank O’Brien
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Frank E. O’Brien, who passed away suddenly on January 10, 2026, at the age of 70, after a long illness. Frank was born and raised in Hoboken, NJ. Throughout his career, he worked at Quality Deli (Hank’s) in Hoboken, Stevens Institute of Technology, Ferguson Propeller, …
Marco Sciarra
Marco Sciarra, 93, of Hoboken NJ, passed away December 30, 2025. Beloved husband of Laura Culver. Loving grandfather of Mark Sciarra. Dear brother of Michael Sciarra and Jenny Mets. Predeceased by his first wife, Anna (née Buskolich) 2022, his son, Daniel Sciarra, and his daughter, Lori Sciarra. Also predeceased by his siblings, Thomas, James, Tony, …
Dr. Raymond F. Wylie
Joseph Vito Prezioso
Joseph Vito Prezioso, born on April 21, 1957, passed away on December 17, 2025. Born and raised in Hoboken, New Jersey, Joseph was a longtime resident of Keansburg, where he made his home with his beloved family. He was a devoted family man whose presence left a lasting impression on all who knew him. Known …
Joseph J. Menino
Joseph (Joe) Menino was born in New Bedford, MA on March 10, 1955. He was the son of Joseph and Mary Menino. Joe attended Bishop Stang High School in Dartmouth, MA, where he developed his love of theater and acting. After high school, Joe entered Our Lady of Providence Seminary in Warwick Neck, RI, discerning …
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 …