Isabel Diaz, a cherished pillar of love and strength, peacefully departed this world on Tuesday morning, April 30, 2024, at her home in Jersey City, NJ. Surrounded by the warmth of her family's embrace, she has left behind a legacy woven with love, kindness, and boundless affection. Isabel's life was a testament to resilience and determination. Born in the serene town of Villeta, Colombia on August 9th, 1924 to Susanna Dominguez and Joaquin Acosta, she grew up, married, and raised...

Rafael Gabino “Vinito” Peguero passed in peace on April 27, 2024 at the age of 79 in Jersey City. Rafael was born in Dominican Republic on October 24, 1944, to Juan Peguero and Juliana Ramirez. When Rafael emigrated to the United States, he joined his sister Olga and Sonia, who lived in Jersey City. Rafael remained a Jersey City native and lived on Central Avenue for most of his life. He was a family man who worked hard to make a living and support his family. Rafael loved to...

Roberto Rivera, 78, of Jersey City, NJ, formerly of Salinas, Puerto Rico, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Thank you all for joining us today to pay tribute to Roberto Rivera, a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and dear friend. Your support is truly appreciated. It is never easy to say good-bye, but the time has come. We are here because Roberto meant so much to us. It's hard to put into words how much Roberto will be missed and what a positive impact he...

Elba Nydia Cruz, age 34, formerly of Jersey City; of Washington, NJ, entered into eternal rest on Friday, April 26, 2024.     Visitation is Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Riotto Funeral Home  & Cremation Company, 3205 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07306 (For GPS Navigation, it is best to use our parking lot entrance address: 14 Stagg St. Jersey City). Funeral is Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the funeral...

Cresencio Sotomayor (known as Cris or Tommy), 84 years old, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2024 surrounded by his loving family, joined by those in Dubai and the Philippines who were present on video chat. He was born on June 14, 1939. Cris was the life of the party and he loved to dance. He made friends wherever he went. Cris knew the importance of hard work and determination. He also knew the importance of being kind. He valued his health, often telling those around him “Health...

Michael F. Fitzgerald "Fitzie," 68, a lifelong resident of Jersey City passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024.   Michael was employed 30 years for the United States Post Office (DVD) in Kearny and retired in 2009.  Michael proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War.   Michael was the beloved husband of Jo Anne Mailly Fitzgerald; devoted father of Jaclyn Fitzgerald and step-father of Kimberly De Paolo and Thomas Petsch; cherished grandfather of...

Ruben A. Galapon, age 76, of Jersey City, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family on Monday, April 22nd, 2024, in his own home.  He was born in 1947 in Florida Blanca, Philippines to the late Tiburcio and Clara.  He met the love of his life, Nelly in 1968, and they have been inseparable ever since.  He was a machinist for NJ Transit for 19 years, and just recently retired on July 3rd, 2023.  He was also a longtime machinist at C&C Metal prior to his...

Con profundo dolor, la familia Colón Fermín anuncia el fallecimiento de Bienvenido Colón Fermín, quien partio de este plano terrenal el 16 de abril de 2024. Su ausencia deja un vacío irremplazable, marcado por su valentía, la tenacidad con la que enfrentó su enfermedad y su carácter ejemplar como hijo y hermano. Nacido el 22 de junio de 1960 en la pintoresca comunidad de Hato del Medio, Provincia Monte Cristi, República...

Carmela Crocamo Venezia was born on June 19, 1927 in Jersey City.  She lived there for 95 years until she moved to Sunrise Senior Living.  Her mother came to that home from Italy in 1926 and served as a maid in that domicile.  Carmela attended PS #6 elementary school and Dickinson High School.  A very bright young woman who always had a book in her hand, she was skipped two grades and graduated high school at sixteen.  Her mother, Maria, was a staunch advocate of...

Maria Adames Flores,69, of Jersey City, and formerly of Dominican Republic, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 13, 2024.   Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2024, 9:30a.m to 12:30 p.m. at  RIOTTO FUNERAL HOME & Cremation Company, 3205 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07306 (For GPS Navigation, it is best to use our parking lot entrance address: 14 Stagg St., Jersey City). Family and friends are invite to join on Thursday, April 25, 2024, 1:00 p.m....

Raphaëlle Marie Salgado was called by God to receive her angel wings on April 1, 2024, following her fierce and courageous fight against cancer. She was surrounded by family as she made her transition into God’s loving arms.  Raphaëlle, affectionately known as Lelelle, Phaëlle, Princess Sweetie Pie and BB, was born at 5:19 PM on October 30, 2020, to parents José Salgado and Rachel Augustin-Salgado. Raphaëlle was known to her family, friends and teachers...

Salvatore Russo, 98, of Hoboken, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 13, 2024.  Visitation is Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Riotto Funeral Home (For GPS, please use our parking lot address: 14 Stagg Street, Jersey City, NJ 07306). Funeral Services are Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 10:00 AM at the funeral home, 11:00 AM at St. Anne's Church, Jersey City. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, North Arlington. 

Margaret D'Agui Campbell, 78, a lifelong Jersey City resident, passed away on April 12, 2024, following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Margaret was the daughter of the late Mildred (Wilmot) and Ronald D’Agui. Margaret was predeceased by her husband, George Campbell. She is survived by her children, Scott, Michele (Michael), George (Adriana), and Brian (Judy), as well as her grandchildren: Justin, Michael, Sal, Alexandria, Christian, and Eric, her sisters: Cookie, Sally, Millie,...

With great sadness, we announce that David Truong, aged 78, entered into eternal rest on April 10, 2024, in Jersey City, NJ with his family lovingly by his side. David was born on February 8, 1947 in his beloved city of Hue, Vietnam where he spent most of his adult life to raise his children with his wife. He served in the military during the Vietnam War from 1965 – 1975. In 1995, he moved to the United States to start a new life with his family. In his free time, he enjoyed watching...

Theresa Curcio, formerly of Jersey City, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday April 6, 2024, at the age of 93. Born into a proud Polish family on January 23, 1931, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Theresa was a cherished daughter to Michael and Helen Najdzin. She was one of ten children. Theresa loved and enjoyed the company of all of her siblings and their spouses that have preceded her. Married to Frank Curcio on April 21,1956. Together they raised their three children in Jersey...