John J. Eckel Jr., born December 1, 1966, to the late Jack and Marie Eckel, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. John is survived by his beloved daughter, Brianna Magnotta, and her fiancé, Matthew Okker; his son, John J. Eckel III; and his extended family and friends who will remember him fondly. He was …
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William E. Newman
William Edward Newman, 94, passed away on July 26, 2026, at home in Dumont, NJ, surrounded by his family. William, known as Bill to his family and friends, was born on June 9, 1932, in Teaneck, NJ, the only son of the late Portia (née Bender) and Francis (Frank) Newman. He was raised in Union …
Ramon Ermita
A devoted husband, beloved father, and grandfather, Ramon R. Ermita, was a man of deep faith, who passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025 at the age of 82. He is predeceased by the love of his life, Lucille Ermita, and is survived by his three loving children, Brandon (Michelle) Ermita, Terence Jason Ermita, and …
James D. Rogers
James D. Rogers, 63, of Dumont, NJ, entered into eternal life on August 31, 2025. Beloved husband of 38 years to Karen (née Bliss). Loving father of Taylor, Dylan and his fiancee, Kim, Eric, and Jake Rogers. Dear brother of Timothy Rogers. Predeceased by his sister, Maureen. James was born in New York City to …
Kevin T. Moran
Kevin T. Moran, 70, of New Milford, NJ, entered into eternal life on September 3, 2025. Beloved husband of 45 years to Linda (nee Heck). Loving father of Megan and Ryan Moran. Cherished grandfather of Jack and Patrick Delasandro. Dear brother of Eileen, Michael (Barbara), Terence (Elizabeth). Cherished uncle of several nephews and nieces. Kevin …
Robert Astarita
Robert John (Bobby, Dapper) Astarita, 67, of Dumont, New Jersey passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 3rd. An alumni of Bergen Catholic H.S. Founder and CEO of Dapper Painting International, Robert (“Bobby”) was an unstoppable force with a paintbrush. The fine walls and exteriors of homes and businesses throughout the tri-state area …
Louis A. Benevento, Jr.
Louis A. Benevento, Jr., 68, of Dumont, NJ, passed away unexpectedly on May 14, 2025. Louis was born in Weehawken, NJ in 1957 to Louis A. Benevento, Sr. (deceased) and Caryle C. Benevento (deceased). He attended public school in Dumont and was a member of the DHS Class of 1975. After graduation, he followed in …
Salvatore J. D’Amore
Salvatore J. D’Amore, 77, of Dumont, NJ, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 27, 2025. Loving father of Glenn and Jennifer D’Amore. Also survived by his former wife, Deborah D’Amore, and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his brothers, Ralph, Thomas, Frank, and his sister, Constance. Salvatore was born in Naples, …
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 …
Gradimir Kristo
Visitation Saturday, February 8, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Frech-McKnight Funeral Home, 161 Washington Avenue, Dumont, NJ 07628. Gradimir Kristo, 68, iz Paramusa, NJ, preminuo je 2. Februara 2025. godine i ušao u vječni mir. Grado, čovjek tihe snage, bio je nesebičan i odan čovjek koji je svoj život živio za …