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Bergen County HS Mourns Loss Of Senior Joseph McNeice, 18: 'Unimaginable' Bergen County HS Mourns Loss Of Senior Joseph McNeice, 18: 'Unimaginable'
Bergen County HS Mourns Loss Of Senior Joseph McNeice, 18: 'Unimaginable' A Bergen County high school is mourning the loss of one of its students. Joseph "Joe" McNeice, 18, of Montvale, died peacefully on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024, his obituary on the Becker Funeral Home website says. "He courageously battled hardships every single day of his life, but he outmatched each obstacle with a positive outlook and smiling face," Joe's obituary says. A senior at Pascack Hills High School, Joe was a "dynamic force" on the school's bowling team, having learned the game from his older brother, Sean, Jeo's obituary reads. "Joe loved to live HIS life every day. He was eager to…
Red Bulls Staffer Davauni Brown Dies At 31: 'Amazing Individual' Red Bulls Staffer Davauni Brown Dies At 31: 'Amazing Individual'
Red Bulls Staffer Davauni Brown Dies At 31: 'Amazing Individual' Davauni Brown, who worked as an operation manager for the New York Red Bulls and lived in Newark, died on Thursday, Oct. 5 at the age of 31 after a long battle with a serious illness, the team announced. Brown was born in Kingston and migrated the United States as a teenager, according to his obituary. He earned his master's degree at New Jersey City University in June 2021 and said working for the Red Bulls as his dream job, his obituary reads. In honor of Brown, the Red Bulls wore black armbands for their match against Toronto on Saturday, Oct. 7. We're wearing black armbands tonigh…
NJ Transit Detective Alexis Melendez Dies NJ Transit Detective Alexis Melendez Dies
NJ Transit Detective Alexis Melendez Dies Members of the NJ Transit Police Department were mourning the loss of one of their own. Detective Alexis Melendez, of New Egypt, died on Thursday, Jan. 26. He was 51 years old. A cause of death was not announced. Melendez started in patrol in Newark, but his "outstanding police work shined," and he was reassigned to a plain clothes position, his department said. "As a plain clothes officer, Melendez helped to protect your travels as he blended amongst the traveling public," the NJTPD wrote. "The countless actions he took, always served to ensure your safety.⁣⁣" ⁣Melendez was assigned…
‘Speechless And Heartbroken:’ Sean Ainsworth Of Budd Lake Dies At Age 20 ‘Speechless And Heartbroken:’ Sean Ainsworth Of Budd Lake Dies At Age 20
‘Speechless And Heartbroken:’ Sean Ainsworth Of Budd Lake Dies At Age 20 Lifelong Budd Lake resident Sean Ainsworth died on Monday, Nov. 21 at the age of 20. Born in Hackettstown, Sean was known for his passion for working with cars and bikes, his obituary says. He had a heart that constantly yearned for speed and adventure and could never get enough. Sean loved to skateboard, ride quads and dirt bikes, race BMX bikes, and would even street race at Island Dragway, according to his memorial. But Sean had a softer side — he adored his cats, Tito and Kitten, and liked to relax by playing video games and spending time with his friends and longtime girlfriend, Ava,…
Iconic Competitive Eater Patrick Philbin AKA ‘Pat From Moonachie’ Dies, 59 Iconic Competitive Eater Patrick Philbin AKA ‘Pat From Moonachie’ Dies, 59
Iconic Competitive Eater Patrick Philbin AKA ‘Pat From Moonachie’ Dies, 59 Iconic competitive eater Patrick Philbin — better known as Pat From Moonachie from the ‘Opie & Anthony Show’ on the radio — has died at the age of 59, multiple news reports say. Fondly recalled for his larger-than-life sense of humor and even bigger appetite, the Bergen County native had appeared on the O&A show and came in second place in 2009's Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating contest in Atlantic City. While the cause of Pat’s death hasn’t been revealed, he had to have his leg amputated last year, according to a GoFundMe that raised more than $20,300. He was also undergoing hydrot…
Marine With NJ Ties ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In PA Crash Marine With NJ Ties ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In PA Crash
Marine With NJ Ties ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In PA Crash The motorcycle rider who died at the scene of a crash in central Pennsylvania on Saturday, August 20, has been identified as a former marine with ties to New Jersey.  Ricardo Reyes, 35, of Mount Joy, was killed in the two-vehicle crash at 8:15 p.m., according to a release by the Lancaster County Forensic Center.  The Manor Township police were called to a crash involving a motorcycle at the intersection of Seitz and Manor Church roads at 7:22 p.m., according to a release by the department. The police officers "render aid to the motorcycle rider until Blue Rock FD and EMS arrived," as stat…
Hunterdon County Motorcyclist Dies In Crash, 41 Hunterdon County Motorcyclist Dies In Crash, 41
Hunterdon County Motorcyclist Dies In Crash, 41 Beloved Hunterdon County motorcyclist and technical school graduate Jeremiah J. Kratz died in a crash on Friday, June 10. He was 41. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Jeremiah graduated from Warren County Technical School in Washington and lived in Whitehouse at the time of his death, his obituary and social media pages say. Jeremiah was known for being a talented craftsman and machinist, as well as his passion for cars, and was often referred to as a “gearhead,” according to his memorial. He also loved to cook and sing karaoke. Jeremiah leaves behind his loving mother, Debra L. Kratz and …
Devoted Passaic County Mom, Black-Belt Martial Artist Dies, 48 Devoted Passaic County Mom, Black-Belt Martial Artist Dies, 48
Devoted Passaic County Mom, Black-Belt Martial Artist Dies, 48 Devoted Passaic County mother and black-belt martial artist Nicole D. Toulas died on Saturday, June 4 at the age of 48. Raised in Ringwood, Nicole graduated from Lakeland High School before attending the University of Tampa and earning her bachelor’s degree from William Paterson University, according to her obituary. Nicole interned for MSNBC and later pursued a marketing career, working for several years as the Director of Marketing for Rehabilitation Specialists, her memorial says. Nicole lived in Wayne with her loving husband, Andy, at the time of her death. The two had spent 18 years o…
Peppy Pennsylvania Pug's Obituary, Funeral Photos Go Viral Peppy Pennsylvania Pug's Obituary, Funeral Photos Go Viral
Peppy Pennsylvania Pug's Obituary, Funeral Photos Go Viral A peppy Pennsylvania pug who recently passed away is gaining national attention for his heartfelt obituary, penned by his loving owner. Dexter Beville, 7, died on April 27 in the arms of Allentown owner, Tim Beville, Jr., his obituary says. The pug was honored with a funeral, which Beville shared to Facebook. The post had been shared more than 82,000 times and received 51 million likes as of Sunday afternoon. Dexter's obituary remembers him as a "sweet and loving" part of the family, who loved to sing along to YouTube videos and play with toys. "Dexter was born in Bethlehem, PA to Galaxy…
Jessica Lodato Of Edgewater, 26, Was 'Vibrant With Old Soul' Jessica Lodato Of Edgewater, 26, Was 'Vibrant With Old Soul'
Jessica Lodato Of Edgewater, 26, Was 'Vibrant With Old Soul' Jessica Lodato of Edgewater died unexpectedly on June 26. She was 26 years old. More than $6,000 had been raised for Jessica on a GoFundMe as of Tuesday afternoon. "For those of you who knew Jessica Faith Lodato, you knew she was a young, vibrant, old soul," her sister and campaign organizer Jennifer Lodato said. "She loved watching awful movies, drinking extremely sweet coffee and being surrounded by her many, MANY family members." In addition to her sister Jennifer, Jessica is survived by her parents Christine and Peter. More than $6,000 had been raised for Jessica on a GoFundMe as…
Carly Brengard Of Pompton Lakes Dies Carly Brengard Of Pompton Lakes Dies
Carly Brengard Of Pompton Lakes Dies Carly Jean Brengard of Pompton Lakes died on Feb. 13. She was 30 years old. Services will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24 at The Pompton Reformed Church.