Santa Virginia Galarza, aged 86, completed her earthly journey and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus Christ on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.   Born on May 20, 1940, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, Santa was the daughter of Angelino Galarza and Marcolina Rivera and the beloved sister of Rosa, Miguel and Carmen. She spent the first twenty years of her life in Puerto Rico, where she began building the foundation of the family she would cherish throughout her life. In 1960, Santa moved to Long ...

Edgar P. Abesamis, 54, of Jersey City, New Jersey, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 7, 2026.Born on May 21, 1972, in New York, New York, Edgar was the beloved son of Michael and Fely Abesamis. He spent his early years in New York before moving to Jersey City while in high school, a city that would become home for him and his family.Edgar attended Saint Peter’s Prep in Jersey City before continuing his education at Pace University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree. Following ...

Arturo Tolentino, aged 59, passed away on June 3, 2026, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Affectionately known to friends and loved ones as "Pogi," "Darna," and "Buboy," Arturo was a cherished pillar of his community, family, and profession. Born on May 27, 1967, in Cavite, Philippines, he was the beloved son of Gregorio and Ligaya Tolentino. For 25 years, Arturo served with distinction as a dedicated school nurse within the Jersey City Public Schools system. His ...

Alena Bella Lawrence, age 12, of Jersey City, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 6, 2026. Alena had a beautifully bubbly personality and a wonderful sense of humor. She loved telling jokes, laughing, and bringing joy to those around her. Talkative, bright, and full of life, Alena cherished time spent with her family and friends, and she especially loved her cat, Luna, and her dog, Rocky. Alena enjoyed the simple, happy moments in life. She loved making bracelets, going to the beach ...

Santa Virginia Galarza, aged 86, completed her earthly journey and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus Christ on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Born on May 20, 1940, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, Santa was the daughter of Angelino Galarza and Marcolina Rivera and the beloved sister of Rosa, Miguel and Carmen. Although she was born deaf, Santa never allowed those challenges to define her life. Instead, she demonstrated that love, kindness, and compassion transcends words. She spent the first twenty ...

Panagiotis “Peter” D. Hatzidoukas, 86, passed away peacefully at home on June 1, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Peter was born on January 6, 1940, in Lesvos, Greece, to the late Demitrios P. Hatzidoukas and Maria M. Haidemenou. He grew up in Greece, where he began building the strong values of faith, family, hard work, and kindness that would guide him throughout his life. He later made his home in New Jersey, where he lived until his passing. As a young man, Peter ...

América Victorina "Marilyn" Furment Maceo Alíes October 5, 1956 - June 8, 2026 Marilyn, 68, passed away on. Born in San Cristóbal, Dominican Republic, she was the baby of 6 to Emilio Salvador Furment and Maria De Rosario Maceo Pérez "Mai". She became a proud U.S. citizen on November 9, 2001. Marilyn was a baptized Jehovah's Witness who faithfully served Jehovah since 1985. Her favorite Bible verse brought her comfort: "Y les ...

Mrs. Kathleen Mokoli Falokun was born on July 1, 1950 in Oke Ejigbo Abeokuta,Ogun State, Nigeria. Born by parents of Cameroonian descent, Late Pa Samuel Martin & Ma Dorcas Martin nee Shodunke. As a young child, she was lovingly placed in the care of Late Mr. and Mrs. Scott in Lagos, Nigeria, when her parents returned to Cameroon - a foundation that would shape the warm, resilient, and gracious woman she would become. Kathleen began her formative education at Ijero Baptist Primary School ...

Barbara Mary Shannon, 86, a lifelong resident of Jersey City, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, in the city she loved and proudly called home.Born in Jersey City on May 5, 1940, Barbara was the beloved daughter of Alice and William Nagle. She was raised in Jersey City and remained deeply connected to her hometown throughout her entire life. Barbara carried the strength, pride, humor, and heart of Jersey City with her wherever she went. She was tough, sharp, fiercely loyal, and never ...

Stephen Harbas, 66; of Jersey City, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, May 25, 2026.   A dedicated son to his late parents,  Elly Harbas and John Harbas, he was preceded in death by both. Stephen was many things to many people.  A dear brother, a cherished  uncle, and above all, a man of rare integrity who understood that how you live matters far more than what you have.  A gentle giant in every sense, he moved through life quietly, but purposefully, leaving ...

Yitbarek Nahusenay Desta Yitbarek Nahusenay Desta, affectionately known as “Chuni,” passed away on May 22, 2026, in New York, New York. He was born on May 20, 1972, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to the late Bekelach Tesfaye and Nahusenay Desta. Yitbarek grew up in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and later spent most of his life in Shercock, Ireland. He was a college graduate and built a meaningful career as an Executive Chef. His passion for cooking was not only his profession, but also one ...

Donald J. Lyons, a lifelong resident of Jersey City, entered into eternal rest on May 25, 2026. Born in Jersey City on October 1, 1937, Donald was the beloved son of the late Charles and Dorothy Lyons. For 88 years, Jersey City was not only his home, but the place where he built a life rooted in faith, family, friendship, and quiet devotion. Donald proudly served his country in the United States Army at Fort Hood, Texas, during the Cuban Missile Crisis. After his military service, he ...

Christina Mastrogiovanni, age 86, of Jersey City, entered into eternal rest on May 19, 2026. Christina was born on December 15, 1939 in Jersey City to the late Walter Erla and Nellie (nee Chmielowiec) Erla. She was raised in Jersey City and remained a lifelong part of the community she called home. Christina worked for many years as an administrative assistant at Christ Hospital. Outside of work, she gave her time and heart to the Grace and Hope Mission, where she had been involved from a ...

Phyllis Bruno passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Phyllis lived a life filled with love, warmth, and devotion to the people who meant the most to her. Phyllis will be reunited in eternal rest with her beloved husband, Joseph Bruno. Together, they shared a love and life that will forever remain a cherished part of their family’s story. She was an amazing mother, a wonderful grandmother, and a loving great grandmother. Her family was ...

Donato P. “Danny” Savino, 75, of Jersey City, entered into eternal life on May 20, 2026, at Jersey City Medical Center, with his loving family by his side. Born in Naples, Italy, on February 21, 1951, Danny made Jersey City his home, where he spent most of his life surrounded by family and friends. Danny was a devoted educator and spent many years teaching at Ferris High School, where he touched countless lives with his patience, kindness, and quiet strength. He retired at age ...