Elizabeth Mankovich
May 6, 2026
Elizabeth Mankovich, age 89, of Knowlton Township, died on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 in Hackettstown Hospital. Elizabeth was a true animal lover and donated to many rescues over the years. She is survived by her daughter, Sue, son-in-law Steve and Grandson Chris. A memorial will be held at a future date to be determined.Donations in Elizabeth's name may be made...
James Thomas Taylor
Apr 30, 2026
James Thomas Taylor, 86, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026 at Hackettstown Medical Center surrounded by family.
James was born on December 23, 1939 in Paterson, NJ to the late James Robert Taylor and Beulah Mabel (nee; Titus).
He was a graduate of Stephens Institute of Technology. James proudly served his country in the United States...
Matthew Elijah Cruz
Apr 23, 2026
Matthew Elijah Cruz, of Hackettstown, New Jersey, passed away on April 23, 2026. He was 19 years old.
Born on September 22, 2006, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Matthew was a young man of curiosity, creativity, and deep devotion to his family. Whether he was diving into a new book, getting lost in his favorite video games, or spending time...
Willard Craig Borden
Apr 18, 2026
Willard Craig Borden, 94, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully at the Willows of Heath Village in Washington Township, NJ on April 18, 2026.
Willard was born on July 28, 1931 in Newark, NJ to the late Willard and Lucille Borden.
He was a graduate of Central High School in Newark, NJ. He proudly served his country in the United...
Lynda Ann Winters
Apr 18, 2026
Lynda Ann Winters, 78, of Budd Lake, NJ, died peacefully at her home on April 18, 2026, with her daughter by her side after a long battle with breast cancer.
She was born in Taylor, Pa, on September 16, 1947, and was the daughter of the late James and June Winters, both formerly of Taylor.
Lynda was a 1965 graduate of Memorial...
Dennis J Roberts
Apr 16, 2026
Dennis J. Roberts, 52, of Port Murray, NJ passed away unexpectedly on April 16, 2026 in Hackettstown, NJ.
Dennis was born on October 10, 1973 to the late William and Nancy Roberts.
He was a graduate of Warren Hills High School Class of 1992. Dennis was employed as a mechanic at Rock Ridge Golf Course. He was a very skilled...
Susan Elizabeth Vernacchia
Apr 12, 2026
Susan Elizabeth Vernacchia, 57, of Port Jervis, NY passed away suddenly on April 11, 2026 at her home.
Susan was born on July 23, 1968 in Niagra Falls, NY to the late Joseph McNeill and Judith Cooper
Susan previously resided in Bloomfield, NJ, where she built a life filled with simple joys and meaningful moments. She found happiness in the...
Albert John Connelly
Apr 4, 2026
Albert John Connelly, 88, of Allamuchy, New Jersey passed away peacefully at his home on April 4, 2026 with his loving family by his side.
Albert was born on July 6, 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Francis and Jessica Connelly. After graduating high school, Albert furthered his education, earning his Bachelor's Degree from Saint Joseph's University in Pennsylvania. He was...
John Thomas Longstreet
Mar 31, 2026
John Thomas Longstreet, 76, of Budd Lake, NJ passed away at Hackettstown Medical Center on March 31, 2026.
John was born on October 1, 1949 in Augusta, GA to the late Louis and Sarah Longstreet.
John grew up in Neptune, NJ where he attended High School. He spent his adult life in Morris and Sussex Counties. John was...
Arthur Thomas Lencewicz
Mar 28, 2026
Arthur Thomas Lencewicz "Artie", 70, of Great Meadows, NJ passed away at his home on March 28, 2026.
Artie was born on April 3, 1955 in Newton, NJ to the late Walter and Stella Lencewicz.
He was a graduate of Hackettstown High School Class of 1973. Artie was employed as a Senior Repairman for Hunterdon Developmental Center for many years...
Kathleen Ellen St. John Reich
Mar 9, 2026
Kathleen E. St. John Reich, of Long Valley, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, at Hackettstown Medical Center with her loved ones by her side. She was 74 years old.
Kathleen was born on September 29, 1951, in Buffalo, New York, to the late Thomas St. John and Catherine Etta Walsh. During her early childhood she lived...
Joyce Lynn Simpson
Mar 5, 2026
Joyce Lynn Simpson, 70, of Blairstown, New Jersey, passed away on March 5, 2026 at Hackettstown Hospital.
Born on October 25, 1955 in Brooklyn, New York, Joyce was the daughter of the late Salvatore Romano and Concetta Romano (née Carbone). She later made New Jersey her home, where she built a life centered around her family, faith, and love of...
Stanley G. Eskow
Mar 4, 2026
Stanley G. Eskow, of Liberty Township, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on March 4, 2026. He was 71 years old.
Born on August 5, 1954, in Newton, New Jersey, Stanley was the son of the late Andrew and Josephine Eskow (née Zukoski). He spent many years working as a maintenance technician for the Jefferson Township School District, where...
Daniel Gerard McCarthy
Mar 1, 2026
Daniel Gerard McCarthy, 72, of Budd Lake, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at his home on March 1, 2026.
Born on March 8, 1953 in Staten Island, New York, Daniel was the son of the late Joseph McCarthy and Constance McCarthy, née Bitterli. He was a graduate of Hanover Park High School and went on to become a respected member...
Charles T. Brown Jr.
Feb 22, 2026
Rev. Charles T. Brown Jr., 74, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026 at Hackettstown Medical Center.
Charles was born on June 14, 1951 in Monrovia, Liberia to the late Charles T Brown Sr., and Rachel E. (Chesson) Brown.
Charles married the love of his life Deloris Davis in 1981. He was a graduate of Cook...
Arthur Francis Custer Jr.
Feb 17, 2026
Arthur Francis Custer Jr., "Chip" 77, of Hardwick, NJ passed away at home in comfort and peace on February 17, 2026.
Born on January 24, 1949 in Dover, NJ to the late Arthur Francis Custer, Sr. and Catherine (nee; Leyden)
Chip grew up in Randolph NJ and enjoyed spending summers with his family at their summer cabin on Silver Lake...
Michael Manfra
Jan 18, 2026
Michael Wayne Manfra, 78, of Perkasie, PA (formerly of Washington, NJ) passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026 at home with his loving family by his side.
Michael was born on January 11, 1948 in Califon, NJ to the late Peph and Carlene Manfra.
He was a graduate of Hackettstown High School. After High School, he proudly served his country...
Audrey Morelli
Dec 30, 2025
Audrey J. Morelli, 84, of Hackettstown, NJ went home to be with the Lord on December 30, 2025.
Audrey was born on August 10, 1941 in New Brunswick, Canada to the late Howard and Carmen McFarlane. She once lived in a log cabin that her father had built, and attended grammar school in a one room schoolhouse.
Audrey moved to...
Ronald Werner
Dec 28, 2025
Ronald Russell Werner, 91, of Hope, NJ (formerly of Clifton, NJ) passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Ronald was born on July 26, 1934 in Scranton, Pennsylvania to the late Herman and Apolonia Werner.
After completing High School in Scranton, PA, Ronald enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served as a Seabee on...
Barbara Sanders
Dec 4, 2025
Barbara A. Sanders, 65, of Andover, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025, with her loving family by her side.Born on June 4, 1960, in Florence, South Carolina, Barbara was the daughter of the late George and Joan Johnson. Raised in Newark, New Jersey, she met and married the love of her life, Julius Sanders, in 1982. In...
