Obituary Listing

Nov 22, 2025

Sara Ann Phillips, 40, of Phillipsburg, NJ passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025 in Phillipsburg, NJ.

Sara was born on August 7, 1985 in Sarasota, Florida to the late Robert Frederick Phillips and Carol (nee; Morgan) Phillips.

She was a graduate of Hopatcong High School. Sara had a heart and soul of pure gold, loved others, and brightened the...

Nov 19, 2025

Helen Marie Van Orman, 88, of Hillsborough, NJ (formerly of Long Valley, NJ) passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025 with her loving family by her side.

Helen was born on January 20, 1937 on Staten Island, NY to the late Sanford and Helen Havens.

She graduated from Saint Peter's High School for Girls on Staten Island New York in...

Nov 15, 2025

Janet R. Chiniewicz, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025, in Tyler, Texas. She was born on April 8, 1942, in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late James and Sophie Anderson.

Janet dedicated many years of her life to her work as a bookkeeper, where her sharp mind and steady hand served her well. She retired...

Nov 11, 2025

Gladys Berardi, 70, of New Jersey, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on August 10, 1955, in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Vincent and Gertrude Berardi. A woman of extraordinary talent, courage, and dedication, Gladys built a life marked by service, achievement, and unwavering commitment to others.

Gladys worked for many years...

Nov 11, 2025

Henri M. Mardaga June 8, 1939 - November 11, 2025

Henri M. Mardaga, 86, of Andover, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on November 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Henri was born on June 8, 1939, in Liège, Belgium, to the late Gaston Mardaga and Lucia Marenne. Sponsored by his aunt, he courageously immigrated to the United...

Nov 6, 2025

John P. Esposito Jr., 79, of Califon, NJ passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025 at Morristown Medical Center with his loving family by his side.

John was born on July 1, 1946 in Weehawken, NJ to the late John and Elisabeth Esposito.

John earned his Bachelor's Degree from the Polytech Institute. He married the love of his life Colleen...

Oct 13, 2025

Judith Cramer Freeborn, daughter of the late Stephen E. Cramer and the late Marguerite Cramer Crotsley and Charles A. Crotsley passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025 at Hackettstown Medical Center with her loving family by her side.

She resided in Long Valley, NJ until 1970 when she and her family moved to Allamuchy, NJ.

Judith was a member of...

Oct 6, 2025

Russell J. Potter, 69, of Hackettstown, NJ (formerly of Glen Gardner, NJ) passed away on October 6, 2025 at home.

Russell was born on June 22, 1956 in Phillipsburg, NJ to the late George Potter and Beatrice (nee; Hartrum) Reed.

He was a graduate of North Hunterdon High School. Russell was most recently employed as a gas attendant, prior to...

Oct 2, 2025

Gregory A. Portway, 66, of Hackettstown, New Jersey passed away on October 2nd, 2025 at Hackettstown Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Gregory was born in Manhattan, NYC to Thomas and Ann Portway, and grew up in Ridgewood, New Jersey.



Gregory earned his Bachelor's Degree from Ramapo College. He was employed as a Paint Associate at...

Sep 26, 2025

Marina Lopez, 89, of Hackettstown, NJ (formerly of Bloomfield, New Jersey) passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025 in Morristown, New Jersey.

Marina was born on August 13, 1936 in San Pedro Sula, Hondorus to the late Jose and Petrona Munoz.

Marina was of Catholic faith. She was employed at Red Wallet Connection as a packer until her retirement in...

Aug 31, 2025

Reginald Wagner, 87, of Long Valley, NJ (formerly of Westfield, New Jersey) passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025 at Spring Grove Rehab in Providence, NJ.

Reginald was born on February 13, 1938 in Munich, Germany to the late Hans and Maria Wagner.

Reginald was of Catholic faith. He was very social and outgoing. After high school he attended a...

Aug 14, 2025

Edith E. Brajer, 92, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025 at home with her loving family at her side.

Edith was born on August 31, 1932 in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey to the late Amabile and Sarah Brasile.

Edith was a graduate of East Rutherford Catholic High School. She married the love of her life, Stanley...

Jul 28, 2025

Charese T. Johnson, 50, of Belvidere, NJ passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2025 at home.

Charese was born on August 25, 1974 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to the late Roger Blount and Pamela Johnson.

Charese earned her Bachelor's degree from Salisbury College. She was an aspiring baker, avid reader and animal lover whose absolute favorite activity was simply spending time...

Jul 27, 2025

Elaina Rewiski, 81, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025 at her home.

Born in Newark, New Jersey on September 13, 1943. Daughter of the late Anna Storozuk Rewiski and William Rewiski.

Elaina moved to Hackettstown in 1957 from Kearny, New Jersey. She was a graduate of Hackettstown High School class of 1961. She went on to further her...

Jul 26, 2025

Ann W. Gerhardt, 81, of Parsippany, NJ passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025.

Ann was born on September 26, 1943, to the late Oscar and Antonia Stuber.

Ann was employed as a receptionist at Del Barton for many years, retiring in 2017. She was a devout Catholic and very active in her church. She was very a talented musician...

Jul 16, 2025

Lina Lee Gioino, 90, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025.

Lina was born on March 17, 1935, in Newark, NJ to the late Charles and Mary Funicelli.

Previously of Southampton, NJ, and Bloomfield, NJ, Lina moved to Hackettstown in 2023. Prior to her retirement in July of 2003, she was employed as an insurance agent at...

Jul 11, 2025

Betty Jean LeClair, 97, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Betty was born on March 19, 1928, in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania to the late Edward and Beulah Heimbach.

She was a graduate of Pottstown High School class of 1946. Betty married the love of her life Leighton LeClair Sr. in...

Jul 4, 2025

Elizabeth Margaret Heile, 72, of Hackettstown, NJ (formerly of Long Valley, NJ) passed away on July 4, 2025 at home.

Elizabeth was born on November 8, 1952 in Somerville, NJ to the late Elizabeth Dorothy Neske and William Robert Heile.

She enjoyed attending day programs offered by the Arc of Warren County. She was an avid NY Yankees fan and...

Jun 7, 2025

Shawn Marie Bodden, 51, of Blairstown, NJ (formally of Hackettstown) passed away on June 7, 2025 at Hackettstown Medical Center.

Shawn was born on May 8, 1974 in Dover, NJ to Timothy and Karen Pruden

She was a graduate of Hackettstown High School. Shawn went on to further her education at...

May 21, 2025

Thomas W. Wager, 63, of Hackettstown, NJ (formerly of Pittsfield, Massachusetts) passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025 at Kindred Hospital in Dover, NJ.

Thomas was born on November 17, 1961 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts to the late William and Joanne Wager.

Thomas was of Catholic faith. He was very social and...