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Frances Barbosa Of Bayonne Dies, 47
Frances Ann Barbosa, of Bayonne, died on Monday, March 11. She was 47 years old.
Frances' obituary on the Riotto Funeral Home website says she took pride in earning her associate's degree from Hudson County Community College, and earning her real estate license. She enjoyed shopping with her daughter, Cynthia, planning parties and decorating, her obit says.
"She had a heart of gold, and was always there for anyone who needed her," the obituary reads.
A GoFundMe has been launched in Frances' memory. Click here to donate and here for her complete obituary.
Ava Rasmussen, Former Mahwah HS Cheerleader, Dies At 18: 'Our Hearts Are Shattered'
Ava Rasmussen, who graduated Mahwah High School last year, died on Wednesday, March 13.
Ava, an active member of the school's cheerleading team and student government, died of cancer at the age of 18.
Ava Rasmussen GoFundMe photo
A truly sad day for our entire Mahwah community. Bright lights never get extinguished. They sometimes just need to fly... Posted by Jonathan N. Marcus on Thursday, March 14, 2024
"Ava has made a lasting impact on everyone who she came across," Superintendent Dr. Michael DeTuro said, noting counseling is available at the school to support students…
Man Killed Crossing Highway Remembered For Bringing Joy, Laughter To Family In Maryland
A man killed while crossing a Maryland street is being remembered for bringing joy and laughter to his loved ones.
William Zambrano was rushed to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center on Friday, March 8 after being struck by a car on his walk home, passing away the same night, according to a GoFundMe launched for his funeral expenses.
Zambrano is described as a loving uncle, son, brother, and father. More than $7,700 had been raised as of Wednesday, March 13.
“He was kind and radiated energy everywhere he went,” reads the fundraiser.
“He made it his personal assignment to bring …
Morris County Teacher, Mom Cheryl Granito Dies After Breast Cancer Battle
Cheryl Granito, a teacher in Morris County, died on Sunday, March 10, after battling metastatic breast cancer, according to her obituary.
Born in Toronto, Granito moved to Chatham and grew up in Madison, graduating from Madison High School, her obituary reads.
Graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 1998, she met her husband Mark in 2002, and the two married in 2008 before settling in Denville, according to her obituary.
This is unbelievably heartbreaking 😢 💔
Cheryl was a teacher at the boys’ elementary school. She was also a Denville... Posted by Charlene Scott on&nbs…
T.M. Stevens, West Long Branch Bassist Who Played With James Brown, Tina Turner, Dies At 72
A bass guitarist from West Long Branch who performed with many legendary musicians has died at the age of 72, according to reports.
Thomas "T.M." Stevens died in his sleep at around 10 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 10, musician and performance artist Carrie Beehan said in a Facebook post. Beehan had posted in late February that Stevens was hospitalized with blood clots in his lungs.
July 27, 1951 - March 10, 2024 Thomas Michael Stevens (T.M Stevens) - I am deeply saddened to announce the passing of... Posted by Carrie Beehan on Sunday, March 10, 2024
Stevens played bass and sang backup vo…
