Obituary Listing

1944

Vito Luceno Jr. - of Bayonne, died in the Battle of Myitkyina in 1944 in Burma while serving his country proudly as a Private First Class during WWII. Vito served in the 5307th Composite Unit (Provisional) better known as Merrill's Marauders. Vito was declared missing in action until a recent breakthrough in DNA testing was able to finally identify his...

2026

Naomi Malave - of Bayonne, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Sunday April 26th 2026. She was 60 years young. Born in Newark, NJ. Naomi worked as substance abuse counselor for Catholic Charities for many years.

Naomi was a woman of deep kindness, compassion, and strength. She touched the lives of everyone who knew her with...

Apr 24, 2026

Paul G. Cancro Jr., 88, of Bayonne, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026, leaving behind a legacy deeply woven into the fabric of the city he proudly called home his entire life.

Born and raised in Bayonne, Paul was the kind of man who never strayed far from where it all began. Like many of his generation, his roots...

Apr 18, 2026

Michael J. D'Amato - of Middletown, formerly of Bayonne, NJ,  passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday April 18th 2026, he was 93.  Born in Jersey City, Michael was a graduate of St. Peter's College and worked as a CPA for many years before his retirement.  Michael was the devoted husband to the late Julia (nee: Ceglio) D'Amato, the...

Apr 12, 2026

Louis Vincent Gomez Jr. - formerly of Bayonne, passed away peacefully at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital on Sunday April 12th 2026, he was 78.  Louis was a realtor and real estate appraiser, but Louis' real passion was was being a lifelong musician and singer.  His amazing skills on the drums and beautiful soulful voice entertained countless people for over...

Apr 5, 2026

SZPURA, Maria Teresa, (nee:Blicharz), 71, of Bayonne passed away peacefully at her daughthers residence on Sunday April 5th. Maria was a beloved wife to Waldemar, a loving mother to Gregory Szpura and to Paulina Dudczak and her husband Daniel. A cherished grandmother to Dominic and Patrick Dudczak. A dear sister to Arek Blicharz and his wife Monica and to Joseph...

Apr 2, 2026

Rose Marie Blaney (née Gilson), a lifelong resident of Bayonne, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026.

She was the beloved wife of the late Robert James Blaney, the cherished daughter of the late Philomena (Salerno) Gilson and John Francis Gilson, and the loving sister of Thomas Gilson.                          ...

Mar 26, 2026

PABLO, Pablito Ordoñez, 92, of Jersey City, passed away peacefully on Thursday March 26th at the Jersey City Medical Center. Pablito worked for the Philippine Government in the Banking and Finance Department for many years.  He was a beloved husband to Magnifia Bautista, a loving father to PJ. Pablo, Anne Del Pilar (Girrard), Hanna Pablo (Myro Regalado), and to Anneth...

Mar 26, 2026

HASCHAK, Violette A. (nee:Smith) 92, of Bayonne passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday March 26th surrounded by her loving family. Violette worked as a secretary for Woodward Kitchens in Bayonne before retiring. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother who also enjoyed her trips to Atlantic City, playing bingo and loved spending time at her summer...

Mar 21, 2026

Evelyn Cantale, a cherished lifelong resident of Bayonne, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, in North Bergen, New Jersey.

Evelyn was the beloved wife of the late Pietro Cantale. She was a loving mother to Peter Cantale, and proud grandmother to Ione Casais. She is survived by her siblings: Barbara “Chicky” Omilanowicz, Diane Omilanowicz, Rose Mary and Guido...

Mar 21, 2026

ELIA, Frank Salvatore, 85, of Bayonne passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday March 21st with his loving family by his side. Frank was a beloved husband to the late Ruth Ann (nee:Osborne), a loving father to Michael Elia (Tammy), Karen Matelesko (Paul), and to Dina Elia (Ken Wallace). A cherished grandfather to Joseph Matelesko Sr. (Amy), Paulie Matelesko...

Mar 17, 2026

FERNANDEZ, Maria (nee:Casais), 89, of Bayonne, passed away peacefully at her residence on Tuesday March 17th, with her loving family beside her. Maria worked as a Seamstress for many years before retiring for the Casp Manufacturing Company in Bayonne. She was a beloved wife to the late Joseph, a loving mother to Robert and Joseph Jr and his wife Susan...

Mar 11, 2026

NARESE, James, 90 of Bayonne, passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 11th at the Bayonne Medical Center. James worked for Ingersol Rand-Dresser Pump Co. in Harrison for over 30 years before retiring. He was an avid outdoorsman and a lifelong Feline lover. He was a beloved husband of the late Carol (nee:Mocarski), a loving father to Nicole and Dena Narese...

Mar 6, 2026

Richard J. Sorrentino, born November 3, 1936, in Jersey City, New Jersey, passed away on March 6, 2026. He spent nearly his entire life in Bayonne before moving to Brandywine in Toms River, in March 2025.

Richard worked for many years as a bartender and waiter in NYC and Bayonne, where he was known for his easy smile, quick wit,and the...

Feb 16, 2026

BURTI, Angelina “Angie” (nee:Mazzilli), 89, a lifelong resident of Bayonne, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born and raised in Bayonne, Angie was a vibrant and devoted member of the community. She retired from M.O.T.B.Y. in Bayonne and dedicated herself to others throughout her life. She shared her love of music...

Feb 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of Dennis R. Arancio

Dennis R. Arancio, 71, passed away peacefully on February 9th after a short illness. He joins his parents, Charles M. and Hattie Arancio, and his brother Richard in eternal rest.

Dennis was a lifelong resident of Bayonne, where he attended Bayonne High School and spent a successful career at Hess, Inc. and Buckeye Pipeline Partners.

He...

Feb 1, 2026

Hugh “Buddy” McNulty passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at his residence.He was 91 years old.

How can one possibly pack in everything that should be said about a man who lived 91 years? For starters, he was born in Bayonne, NJ to Neil and Margaret (nee: Hanlon) McNulty and remained a lifelong resident. A graduate of Bayonne High...

Jan 30, 2026

Rose Marie Aquino (nee: Di Geronimo) - a lifelong resident of Jersey City, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s residence surrounded by her loved ones on Friday January 30th, 2026, she was 95. Rose worked as a mortgage processor for many years for Provident Bank in NJ before retiring, was a member of the “Toastmasters” and was a vivacious and...

Jan 23, 2026

DOHERTY, James Michael, 66, of Bayonne. A warrior in the truest sense, ended his long fought battle and came to the end of his final watch, entering the arms of his beloved Lord, his soul surrounded by loved ones on Friday January 23, 2026. Son of the late John H. and Rose (nee:Abate) Doherty.

He leaves behind...

Jan 19, 2026

Ralph J. Soriero - of Bayonne passed away peacefully at Bayonne Medical Center on Monday January 19th 2026, he was 84.  Born in Jersey City, Ralph served his country proudly as a member of the US Army and he later worked as a Longshoreman for many years before his retirement.  He was the devoted father to John Soriero (Sabrina),...