Nancy A. Carullo (née Gigante), 104, of Hoboken, passed away on October 23, 2026.  Predeceased by her beloved husband Carmine Carullo (1973) and her brother Anthony Gigante.  Loving mother of Gary (Lenore) Carullo and Robert (Joyce) Carullo.

Nancy was a life-long Hoboken resident, and was a lunchroom aide with the Hoboken Board of Education for many years.  She enjoyed playing Bingo and taking trips to Atlantic City.

Services were private and handled by the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, Hoboken.  Nancy was laid to rest with her husband at Holy Cross Cemetery, 340 Ridge Road, North Arlington.

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Antonetta LaMastra, 93, of Hoboken, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family.

Born in Molfetta, Italy, she immigrated to Hoboken with her family in 1963. She shared 62 loving years of marriage with her beloved husband, Domenico, who passed away in 2014.

After retiring from her work as a seamstress, Antonetta and Domenico spent their summers in Italy, traveling and enjoying precious time with family and friends. She loved keeping up with news from Italy, faithfully reading her Italian newspaper and listening to Italian radio broadcasts. She also enjoyed classic Italian songs and never missed an opportunity to dance at parties. Above all, Antonetta cherished cooking for her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Antonetta is survived by her two loving sons and their spouses, Damiano (Dina) and Giuseppe (Nadia); her cherished daughters, Carmela Mezzina (Saverio) and Margherita LaMastra; her son-in-law, former Mayor David Roberts; her sister, Angelina Maiellaro; and her brother, Giuseppe Marzocca (Gina). She was predeceased by her loving daughter, Anna

M. Roberts, in 2013; her beloved husband, Domenico, in 2014; and her two sisters, Margherita Posteraro and Sabina Pepe, who lived in Italy.

One of Antonetta’s greatest joys was her ten grandchildren and their spouses: Francesco, Domenico (Rianne), Amanda (Patrick), David (Annalisa), Nicholas, Liana (Casey), Dominick, Christopher, Daniel, and Jacqueline. She was also blessed with four great-grandchildren: Grace, Alivia, Emily, and Rio. Antonetta shared a special bond with her brother and sister-in-law, Giuseppe and Gina Marzocca. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews here and in Italy.

Visitation Sunday, October 25, 2026, 2 PM – 7 PM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken.  Parking available in rear of funeral home off Sixth Street.  Funeral Mass Monday, October 26, 2026, 10:00 AM at Saint Peter & Paul R.C. Church, 404 Hudson Street, Hoboken.  Entombment Holy Cross Mausoleum, 340 Ridge Road, North Arlington.

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Maria was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was shaped by her love for her family and the journey she made from Bari, Italy, to the United States to build a life for those she loved.

Born in Bari, Italy, to Pietrina (née Pasculli) and Domenico Bitetto, Maria immigrated to the United States and made her home in Weehawken, New Jersey. A dedicated and hardworking woman, she spent many years working as a seamstress for Jones of New York, a career that reflected her skill, patience, and commitment.

Maria was predeceased by her beloved husband, Fedele Tullo, and her cherished son, Dominic Tullo. She leaves behind her loving son, John Franco Tullo, and her devoted daughter, Maria Altomare, as well as her treasured granddaughter, Angela Altomare, who will forever hold her grandmother close to her heart. She is also survived by her six siblings.

Maria’s memory will live on through the family she loved and the countless moments, memories, and bonds that will continue to bring her loved ones together. Though she will be deeply missed, the love she gave and the place she holds in the hearts of her family will never fade.

Visiting Sunday, October 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken. Parking available in rear of funeral home off Sixth Street. Funeral Mass Monday, October 19, 2026, 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s R.C. Church, 704 Jefferson Street, Hoboken. Entombment Fairview Mausoleum, 501 Bergenwood Road, Fairview.

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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished Angelina.

Angelina Rizzo nee Amato, 88, of Jersey City, passed away peacefully on October 4th surrounded by her loving family.

Angelina dedicated her entire life to her family, and we loved her deeply for her selfless heart. Born in Sassano, Italy, on January 7th 1938, she immigrated to the United States in 1963 with her two eldest daughters to build a home with her husband, where they would welcome a third daughter.

To know Angelina was to love her, and she returned that love to all who knew her. She had a rare, beautiful ability to make everyone in her presence feel like the most important person in the world, serving as the glue that bound our family together through every season of life. Her home was continually filled with the aroma of her cooking and the pleasant, consistent sound of her voice on the phone with loved ones at all hours of the day and night; evidence of the number of people who loved her.

She is reunited in heaven with her devoted husband Giuseppe and her beloved daughter, Joanne. She is predeceased by her parents Vincenzo and Giovanna Amato, her cherished sisters Rosa (Angelo) Calabrese & Giuseppina (Vincenzo) Spina and in-laws: Pasqualina (Rafaelle) Caporrino, Michael (Jennie) Rizzo & Marietta (Dominic) Lisa.

She is survived by her loving children, Marie (David) Pfaff and Lena (Mike) Liegel, son in law Peter Lisa, her brothers Giuseppe (Ruth) Amato and Gaetano (Maria) Amato. She is also survived by her dearest grandchildren Joselle (Chris), Vincent (Ashley), Alyssa (David), Michelle (Jake), Chris (Nina), Wes (Renata) & Kyle (Niki), and great grandchildren Madison, Christopher, Franklin, Nora, Layla & Stephanie. She is also survived by her loving nieces and nephews James, Frank, Annmarie, Vincent, Marco, Giuseppe, Franca, Giuseppe, Vincent, Vincenzo and Flavia. 

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at St. Ann’s R.C. Church, 704 Jefferson Street, Hoboken.  The Funeral Mass will be offered at the Church on Friday, October 9, 2026, 10:00 AM.  Angelina will be entombed with her husband at Bergen Crest Mausoleum, 4001 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Bergen.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Angelina’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105; www.stjude.org, or The Padre Pio Foundation of America, 463 Main St., Cromwell, CT 06416; www.padrepio.com or St. Ann’s R.C. Church; www.stannhoboken.com

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Karuna Mandal, 80, of Hoboken, passed away leaving behind a family and a close circle of friends who loved her dearly.

Karuna was fiercely independent, curious, and always eager to learn. Her quest for knowledge was a lifelong pursuit, and she took a keen interest in the world and the people around her. She welcomed people from all walks of life with an open mind and an accepting heart. She valued people for who they were, and her generosity showed in her willingness to help others, often quietly and without expecting anything in return.

She loved to travel and especially treasured spending her winters in India by the beaches of Goa, enjoying the people and the food. These visits gave her the opportunity to enjoy time with family while returning to a place that held a special place in her heart.

Karuna cherished her friendships just as deeply. Her friends were family to her. She loved spending time with them, sharing meals, conversations, laughter, and the everyday moments that become some of life’s most treasured memories. Her curiosity and interest in others brought warmth to those conversations, and the friendships she nurtured throughout her life brought her tremendous joy and companionship.

Karuna is survived by her beloved sister, Trishula Dagli; her nephew, Suhrud, and his wife, Chhaya; her niece, Aditi, and her husband, Kshitij; her grandnieces, Kavya, Esha, and Maitri; her grandnephew, Amitav; and the many cherished friends who became her extended family and held a very special place in her life and heart. She is also survived by her daughter, Monisha.

Karuna lived life on her own terms, with an enduring desire to learn, explore, and connect with others. She will be remembered for her independence, her generous heart, her love of travel, and her acceptance of people of different backgrounds and experiences.

Her presence will be deeply missed. Those who loved Karuna will carry with them her stories, her laughter, her kindness, and the memory of a woman whose mind remained curious and whose heart remained open.

Memorial visitation Thursday, October 1, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken. There is no religious service.

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Francesco Ratto, 68, of Carlstadt, NJ (formerly of Hoboken, NJ), passed away September 28, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones.  Beloved husband of Antonia (née Giannotte).  Devoted father of Angelo Ratto and his wife Riana, Vincenza Morel and her husband Joel.  Cherished grandfather of Ariana, Brielle, Angelina and Francesco. Dear brother of Pino Ratto and his wife Anna, Joe Ratto, John Ratto and his wife Roseann.  Also survived by his sister-in-law Rosa Ratto, brothers-in-law Nicolas Giannotte and his wife Janine, Sabino Giannotte and his wife Laura, Mario Giannotte and his wife Julianne.  Predeceased by his brother, Antonio Ratto (2022) and his parents Vincenza (née Gigante) and Angelo Ratto.

Francesco was born in Mola di Bari, Italy.  He emigrated to the United States, settling in Carlstadt, NJ.  He was owner and operator of Mola Iron Work of Hoboken, NJ for many years.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken.  Parking is available in the rear of the funeral home off Sixth Street.  The Funeral Mass will be offered on Thursday, October 1, 2026, 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s R.C. Church, 704 Jefferson Street, Hoboken.  Entombment to follow at Fairview Mausoleum, 501 Bergenwood Road, Fairview.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Francesco’s memory to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, P.O. Box 27106, New York, NY 10087-7106; https://give.mskcc.org/site/Donation2?df_id=22243&22243.donation=form1&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Paid+Search&utm_term=&utm_content=Pancreatic&utm_campaign=Evergreen+2026&s_channel=evergreen2026-search&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaig

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Eileen D. Ruiz (née Henderson), 76, of Hoboken, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Fernando Ruiz.

Eileen was the loving sister of Sally Ann (Yontis)Arnone and the late Rosanne (Tino)Andreula, who passed away in 2009. She was a cherished aunt to Anthony Arnone and his wife, Gina; Damien and his wife, Nicole. Jason Andreula and his wife Claudia; Jessica Andreula and her husband, Shaun Kolmer. She was also a beloved great aunt to Drew, Jaxson, and Mariana.

Born and raised in Hoboken, Eileen was the daughter of the late Anna (née Ferns) and Joseph Henderson. After earning her Bachelor’s degree from Jersey City State University, Eileen made her home in Delray Beach, Florida, where she lived for 50 years. Two years ago, she returned to her beloved hometown of Hoboken.

During her years in Florida, Eileen worked for Rex Accounting Services in Boynton Beach. She built a life filled with family, friendships, and memories that will be treasured by all who knew and loved her.

Eileen will be deeply missed by her family and friends, but her memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know her.

A Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 12:30 PM at St. Francis R.C. Church, 308 Jefferson Street, Hoboken. Cremation will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Eileen’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

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Margaret Turner (née Geib), 62, of South Amboy (formerly of Hoboken and Jersey City), passed away September 13, 2026.  Surviving is her former husband and lifelong companion of 40 years, Harvey Turner, and her siblings, Eugene, Craig, Billy, and Diane Geib. 

Margaret was born in Jersey City to Margaret (née Murphy) and Eugene Geib.  She was employed with the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey for 21 years. Margaret was a true animal lover and devoted contributor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Visitation Thursday, September 17, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken.  The Funeral Mass to follow, 11:00 AM, at St. Lawrence R.C. Church, 22 Hackensack Avenue, Weehawken.  Interment Holy Name Cemetery, 823 West Side Avenue, Jersey City.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Margaret’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105; www.stjude.org.

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Thomas J. Romano, 84, of Wallington, NJ (formerly of Hoboken, NJ) passed away on September 8, 2026.  He is survived by his wife, Carole (née Sobal).  Loving father of Margaret Romano, Robyn Romano-Finch and her husband Eric, Jamie Romano, and stepchildren; Lesley Kulick and her husband Sam, and John Messano and his wife Ann.  Cherished grandfather of Danielle, C.J., Jake, Nate, and Madison.  Dear brother of Peter Romano, and the late Barbara Romano.

Thomas was raised by his parents James Romano and Ann Sladow, and predeceased by his biological mother Josephine Molta.  He was a truck driver with the Teamsters Union Local #560 for many years.

All services are private and under the care of the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, Hoboken.

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Margherita M. Gigante (née Lieggi), 88, of Hoboken, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family.  Beloved wife of Achille Gigante.  Devoted mother of Francesco (Marina) Gigante, Anna (William) Villalobos, Vito and Giuseppe Gigante. Grandkids Maria, Stephen, William, Nicolas, Chiara & Leo.

Margherita was born in Mola di Bari, Italy to Angela (née Guerriero) and Vito Lieggi.  She emigrated to the United States, settling in Hoboken where her children were born and raised.

Visitation Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Failla-McKnight Memorial Home, 533 Willow Avenue, Hoboken.  Parking available in rear of funeral home off Sixth Street.  The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 10:00 AM at St. Ann’s R.C. Church, 704 Jefferson Street, Hoboken.  Entombment Garden of Memories, 300 Soldier Hill Road, Washington Township.

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