Obituaries

Jul 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Suzanne Previti, aged 79, of Columbus, NJ, who departed this life on July 10, 2025. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Suzanne made Columbus her home for the last thirteen years, becoming a beloved member of the community.

Suzanne dedicated many years of her career as an insurance...

Jul 9, 2025

Maurice (Maurie) Willard Stevenson , a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on July 9, 2025.

A faithful steward of the land, a devoted family man, and a lifelong learner, Maurie lived a life rooted in service, simplicity, and joy.  He was born on September 27, 1931, and raised in Columbus, NJ, on...

Jul 8, 2025

Michael S. Gruca, Sr. of Allentown, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at his home. Born in Point Pleasant, he grew up in Upper Freehold and graduated from Allentown High School. Mike was a talented mechanic who built ambulances, worked in autobody repair for many years, and including a golf course greensman. Mike moved to Oklahoma where he worked...

Jul 7, 2025

Brittany N. Bowen Erni, 35, of Allentown, NJ, passed away on July 7, 2025. The mightiest of angels, Brittany proved big hearts come in the smallest packages. A lover and fighter, she was a devoted wife, hardworking mother, and radiant soul whose love knew no bounds.

Born Brittany Bowen on November 9, 1989, in Bayonne, New Jersey,...

Jul 6, 2025

Walter J. Slepnick , 58, passed away suddenly on Sunday July 6, 2025 at his home in Bordentown Township. Born and raised in Trenton, he was a graduate of McCorriston Catholic High School Class of 1984. He later moved to Bordentown Township in 1995. He worked as a baker and cake decorator for many locations including Mendoker's...

Jul 5, 2025

Kenneth "Ted" Kinter was born in Trenton, NJ and died at his home in Lawrenceville, NJ after a short and brave fight with cancer. He was born to Thomas and Lillian Kinter in Trenton and was the youngest sibling of Thomas, Lenore, Betty, and Timothy. He was raised in North Crosswicks, NJ, graduating from Hamilton High West...

Jul 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ivan Schepelenko, aged 81, a devoted father, grandfather, brother, friend, and proud American. Born in Ukraine during the harrowing years of the famine, Ivan's early life was shaped by resilience and hope. Together with his family, he emigrated to the United States in search of a brighter future,...

Jul 1, 2025

Martha Waskovich, 74, of Allentown, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at her home. Born in Dr. Farmer's Hospital in Allentown, NJ, she grew up on the family farm in Upper Freehold Twp. and was a lifetime resident of the area. Martha graduated from Allentown High School and earned her degree in Elementary Education from Trenton State College....

Jul 1, 2025

Annette Cole (née Pasquale), 81, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025 in Burlington, New Jersey. Born on November 23, 1943, in Trenton, New Jersey, Annette remained a proud resident of the Garden State throughout her life. A daughter of Italian immigrant parents, Annette learned recipes and traditions that she carried throughout her life. Her early years...

Jun 28, 2025

Louis Tufano, 73, of East Windsor, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at his home surrounded by his family. Born in Queens, NY, he resided in Upper Freehold Twp. for many years and worked at Allentown Nursery until his retirement. Louis loved nature and being outdoors. He loved going camping and taking his family on a camping trip every...

Jun 24, 2025

Joan Anne Dunphy O'Connor - 1932-2025

Joan Anne Dunphy O'Connor , 93, of Bordentown, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 in Walkersville, Maryland.  Born on May 4, 1932 in Trenton, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late James Richard Dunphy, Sr. and Bernadetta Marie Hines Dunphy.  Joan...

Jun 24, 2025

Joan C. Copp, 76, of Cream Ridge, passed away Tuesday, June 24, 2025 with her family by her side. Born in Trenton, she resided in Cream Ridge for many years. She earned her degree in Social Work from Eastern University. Joan was a woman of tremendous faith and her Baptist religion was a very important part of her life....

Jun 23, 2025

Carole A. Grindlinger (nee Longobardi), passed away Monday, June 23, 2025 with family by her side. Born in Yonkers, NY, she resided in Hamilton, NJ for many years before moving to the Homestead Community in Columbus, NJ. Carole graduated with honors from Thorpe Secretarial School in NYC. She was the fashion editor for Baby Talk Magazine in Manhattan. She...

Jun 23, 2025

David M. Zarish, Sr., 66, of Cream Ridge, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025. Born in Trenton, he resided in Cream Ridge for many years. David worked as a HVAC Technician for 16 years. As a first responder, he dedicated his life to serving others. For five years, he served as an EMT for Liberty Rescue in Trenton and...

Jun 18, 2025

James A. McCue, Jr. passed suddenly at his home in Bordentown, NJ where he lived for over 35 years. He leaves behind two family sized bags of chocolate peanut butter cups and too many broken hearts to count.

James was born in Brooklyn, NY the third of Marion (née Coombs) and James A McCue, Sr.'s...

Jun 17, 2025

Dorothy P. Gaughan, 89, of Chesterfield, passed away Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at her home with her son by her side. Born in Shenandoah, PA, she was a resident of Chesterfield since 1974. Dorothy graduated from the Registered Nurse Program at Philadelphia General Hospital (PGH) and had a 40-year career in operating room nursing and psychiatric care.

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Jun 17, 2025

Sue Montgomery, 83, of Allentown, NJ, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born and raised in Philadelphia and a graduate of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls. She later earned her associate's degree from Mercer County Community College. Sue worked for many years as a research associate in the research...

Jun 16, 2025

Allen Heaton, 68, of East Windsor, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025. Born in Trenton, NJ, he was a graduate of Allentown High School. Allen had a long career as a residential and commercial painter, Allen loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and riding his bicycle in his free time.

Son of the late Allen and Eleanor...

Jun 13, 2025

Eileen T. McMurray, 86, of Cream Ridge, New Jersey passed away peacefully at her home on Friday June 13, 2025 after an extended illness. The daughter of the late Stephen and Eleanor Estenes was predeceased by her husband, Peter H. McMurray and by two sons, Jason and Stephen McMurray. Eileen is survived by her son, Michael McMurray, his partner...

Jun 13, 2025

Robert "Bob" J. DeMaria, 81, of Allentown, passed away Friday, June 13, 2025. Born in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY, he was a graduate of Fordham University and St. John's University. He moved to Freehold, NJ where he lived for many years before moving to Allentown in 2012.

Bob was an attorney and worked at AIG...