James F. Smith

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy 4:7) James Francis Smith,  beloved husband, father and grandfather, passed peacefully on February 24, 2025.  We are grateful that, in addition to a lifetime of love, his final month was filled with cherished moments alongside family and …

Alice & Benedict Romeo

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VENUE FOR THE WAKE OF ALICE AND BENEDICT ROMEO HAS CHANGED. THE WAKE WILL TAKE PLACE AT ST. THERESE CHURCH, 120 MONROE AVE., CRESSKILL ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2025, 2:00 PM TO 8:00 PM. ALICE ROMEO Alice Romeo (nee Husson) of Cresskill, passed away peacefully on January 21st 2025, Benedict (Ben) …

Nicholas Marino

Nicholas A. Marino, 85, of Dumont, NJ passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on February 23, 2025.  Predeceased by his beloved wife of 48 years, Patricia (née Breen). Loving father of Lynda McGowan (Jeff Pollack), Matthew (Colleen) McGowan, Michael (Andrea) Marino, Jasmine (Jose) Garcia.  Cherished grandfather of Matthew, Caitlin, Danielle, Ryan, Ava, Cayli, …

Joseph Marchese, Jr.

Joseph Marchese, Jr., 65, of Dumont, NJ, passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2025. Loving father of Michelle (Jack) McDermott and Nicole Marchese. Cherished grandpa to Collin, Dylan and Nolan. Dear brother of Lou (Kathy) Marchese and Chris (Cathy) Marchese. Joseph is also survived by the mother of his children, Rita Marchese, and his adored …

Michele Patetta

Michele Patetta (née Figueroa), 57, of New Milford, NJ, (formerly of Hoboken, NJ) passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Beloved wife of Robert Patetta.   Also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. Michele was born in Jersey City, NJ and raised by Esther Cabanilla and Jose Figueroa.  She worked for …

Richard F. Havens

Richard F. Havens, 79, of Dumont, NJ, passed away on February 9, 2025.  Beloved husband of Ruth (née Andersen).  Loving father to sons Christian, Steven and Steven’s fianceé Monica.  Cherished grandfather of Taylor Rose. Richard was born in Brooklyn, NY to Rosemarie (née Wolfmayer) and Charles Havens.  He was an Army veteran, and worked for …

Leslie J. Astarita

Leslie J. Astarita of Valatie, New York and Dumont, New Jersey passed away peacefully on February 7th, 2025. She is survived by her loving children: Robert, Patrick, Anne, Frank, Mary, Christopher, and Tracy. She is also survived by her loving sons and daughters in-law, thirteen grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. She is pre-deceased by her …

Ronald M. Dunkin

Ronald M. Dunkin, 59, of Bergenfield, NJ, was called by his angels on February 8, 2025. He is survived by his devoted “Sonny”, Vincent Dunkin, his mother, Rosalie Dunkin (née Sciarra), family member, Mark Hamilton, brother, Randy (Barbara) Dunkin, sister, Rosemary (Victor) Fiore and loving former wife, Christina Haase. His nieces and nephews, Angela (Rich) …