Bicyclist, 40, Fatally Struck By Car In Monmouth County Mourned As Loyal Friend Bicyclist, 40, Fatally Struck By Car In Monmouth County Mourned As Loyal Friend
Bicyclist, 40, Fatally Struck By Car In Monmouth County Mourned As Loyal Friend The 40-year-old Middletown woman killed in a bike crash "truly felt one with nature," friends say. Funeral services have been announced for Crystal Kaylor who was fatally hit by a car last week. Kaylor was hit by the car at 9:21 p.m. July 19 at the intersection of Route 35 and Chapel Hill Road. She was riding her bike north on Route 35 at the time, police said. The driver remained at the scene and no criminal charges had been filed. There will be a visitation from 10 a.m. to noon on Friday, Aug. 4 at Pfleger Funeral Home at 115 Tindall Road in Middletown.  A graveside service wi…
‘She Was The Galaxy:’ Somerset County Mourns Death Of 1-Year-Old Journey Milani Lovett ‘She Was The Galaxy:’ Somerset County Mourns Death Of 1-Year-Old Journey Milani Lovett
‘She Was The Galaxy:’ Somerset County Mourns Death Of 1-Year-Old Journey Milani Lovett Somerset County is grieving the tragic loss of a beloved one-year-old girl through an outpour of heartfelt tributes and memorial donations. Journey Milani Lovett died Friday, July 14, her obituary says. Born on Father’s Day 2022, Journey is lovingly described in her memorial as the “sun, moon, stars to everyone” — “the Galaxy to her parents Jamiyl and Arielle,” and “the sunshine to her brothers, Jadiel, and Jessiah." In addition to her parents and brothers, Journey is also survived by numerous extended family members. “Journey’s arrival healed many hearts,” reads her obituary. “She had s…
‘Beacon Of Light:’ Tributes Pour In For Asbury Park Bartender After Unexpected Death At 36 ‘Beacon Of Light:’ Tributes Pour In For Asbury Park Bartender After Unexpected Death At 36
‘Beacon Of Light:’ Tributes Pour In For Asbury Park Bartender After Unexpected Death At 36 Tributes, condolences, and donations are pouring in after the unexpected death of a beloved uncle and charismatic Asbury Park bartender. Robert Hrapsky Jr. died Saturday, July 15, aged 36, his obituary says. Born in New Brunswick, Robert was raised in Highland Park before settling in Asbury Park about 10 years ago. In addition to being a handy mechanic, Robert was known for expressing his charismatic and spirited nature during his career in the bar and restaurant industry, which started at Uno’s and later led him to Kim Marie’s in Asbury Park. Robert loved to travel, play and watch baseb…
Monmouth County Dad, Acronis Sales Director Dies Suddenly At 46, Prompting Outpour Of Support Monmouth County Dad, Acronis Sales Director Dies Suddenly At 46, Prompting Outpour Of Support
Monmouth County Dad, Acronis Sales Director Dies Suddenly At 46, Prompting Outpour Of Support Monmouth County is showing its support after the unexpected death of a devoted dad, Acronis Sales Director, and youth football coach at 46. Gregory Joseph Howard, of Colts Neck, died Wednesday, July 19. Born in Orange, Gregory grew up in West Caldwell before attending and playing football at Monmouth University, his obituary says. He then taught at Long Branch High School before starting a sales career and worked as the Director of Sales at Acronis: MSPs, it's time to break free from a world of low margins and improve profitability. Wouldn't you agree? Be sure to... Posted by Acroni…
Rutgers Nursing Student Killed In Parkway Crash Mourned As Dedicated Athlete With Bright Future Rutgers Nursing Student Killed In Parkway Crash Mourned As Dedicated Athlete With Bright Future
Rutgers Nursing Student Killed In Parkway Crash Mourned As Dedicated Athlete With Bright Future Family and friends are mourning the loss of a 19-year-old Rutgers University nursing student killed in a weekend crash. Jessica "Jessy" Molina-Colmenares, of Egg Harbor Township, is being remembered as a gentle, intelligent, and caring young woman, having just  finished her first year as a nursing student at Rutgers University her obituary says. Jessica, who had dreams of becoming a traveling nurse, was riding in a Honda Civic that veered off the Garden State Parkway and overturned at about 6:30 p.m. in Stafford Township on Saturday, July 15, Daily Voice reported. Her brother-in-law, Tyle…
Jersey Shore Marine Who Died Suddenly 'Always Led Pack,' Boy Scout Leader Says Jersey Shore Marine Who Died Suddenly 'Always Led Pack,' Boy Scout Leader Says
Jersey Shore Marine Who Died Suddenly 'Always Led Pack,' Boy Scout Leader Says An Iraq war veteran from the Jersey Shore who always led the pack as a young Boy Scout has died unexpectedly. Matthew J. Jantas of Neptune was 42 years old. The native of Perth Amboy served in the Marine Corps from 1999 to 2004, according to his obituary, and he rose to the rank of Lance Corporal. In a GoFundMe campaign, Jantas' former Boy Scout leader, Walter Mezynski of Edison, wrote, "I am trying to raise funds to help two very young girls who lost their father at a very young age." "Matt was always an inspiration to the other boys," Mezynski said. "Matthew excelled at ever…
NJ Woman Killed In PA Flood Mourned As Generous Animal Lover, Caretaker NJ Woman Killed In PA Flood Mourned As Generous Animal Lover, Caretaker
NJ Woman Killed In PA Flood Mourned As Generous Animal Lover, Caretaker Friends are mourning the loss of a Mercer County woman who was among several people swept away by flood waters over the weekend in Pennsylvania. Susan Barnhardt, 53, of Titusville in Hopewell Township, was among five people who died — not including a baby and toddler who remain missing — in the unprecedented flash floods in Upper Makefield Township on Saturday, July 15.  Barnhart was a lover of animals who cared for her 80-year-old mother, friends said on a GoFundMe page. "We've lost our dear friend and neighbor," Sarah Orfe wrote on the GoFundMe page.  "Susan was…
Unexpected Death Of Somerville Mom Prompts Wave Of Support: 'She Meant The Best For Everyone' Unexpected Death Of Somerville Mom Prompts Wave Of Support: 'She Meant The Best For Everyone'
Unexpected Death Of Somerville Mom Prompts Wave Of Support: 'She Meant The Best For Everyone' The unexpected death of a beloved Somerville mother of two has prompted an outpour of support from the local community. Fayth Ann Logan died Wednesday, July 5, her obituary says. She was 48. Born in Belleville, Fayth spent time in Middlesex before settling in Somerville. She worked as a server at Social with past experience at the Sunset and Time to Eat Diners. More than $2,100 had been raised on a GoFundMe launched for the family’s expenses. “We are shocked and [saddened] by this unexpected news we received yesterday and unfortunately with little funds ourselves are asking for help,” wr…
'Forever In Our Hearts:' South Jersey Football Coach, Dad Of 2 Dies In Motorcycle Accident, 30 'Forever In Our Hearts:' South Jersey Football Coach, Dad Of 2 Dies In Motorcycle Accident, 30
'Forever In Our Hearts:' South Jersey Football Coach, Dad Of 2 Dies In Motorcycle Accident, 30 South Jersey is mourning a devoted father and football coach who died in a motorcycle accident. Jason Paul Crowder, of Winslow Township, died in the accident on Saturday, July 8, his obituary says. He was 30. Born in Vineland, Jason grew up in Hammonton, where he played basketball and football before graduating from Hammonton High School in 2011. An avid sportsman, Jason volunteered as a football coach for the Hammonton Hawks and the Hamilton Knights Organizations and played softball with the Hammonton Rec. League. He was also a member of the Wheels of Soul Nation. Above all, Jason was a …
Burlington County Nurse, Dad Of 4 Gary Koncewicz Dies Suddenly, Prompting Outpour Of Support Burlington County Nurse, Dad Of 4 Gary Koncewicz Dies Suddenly, Prompting Outpour Of Support
Burlington County Nurse, Dad Of 4 Gary Koncewicz Dies Suddenly, Prompting Outpour Of Support Support is on the rise for the family of Gary Koncewicz, a longtime Burlington County nurse and devoted dad of four who died unexpectedly from a heart attack on Friday, June 30 at the age of 53. Described as the “definition of a good person,” Gary worked tirelessly as a nurse throughout Cooper and Virtua hospitals for more than 25 years, his obituary says. He was known for his love of sports, especially the Phillies, and his absolute mastery of the art of “dad jokes.” “53 years is too short but Gary managed to fill it with so many laughs, caring smiles and about one million dad jokes,” re…
Boy Who Died In Fall From Tractor On NJ Farm Was 'Glue To Family,' Fund Says Boy Who Died In Fall From Tractor On NJ Farm Was 'Glue To Family,' Fund Says
Boy Who Died In Fall From Tractor On NJ Farm Was 'Glue To Family,' Fund Says A 3-year-old boy from South Jersey is being remembered for being the glue to his family. Boone Sawyer Durr died after falling off a tractor on the family farm, according to a GoFundMe launched for his parents. Boone's parents are self-employed farmers, and don't have time off from work, the boy's aunt says. The middle child to Danny and Emily Durr, Boone was the "glue to their family, writes McKenzie Armstrong of Berlin. "He was his daddy’s mini and he always wanted to go everywhere with him." He was a friend to his older brother Danger and a best friend and playmate to his youn…
Jersey Shore Mom Stephanie Kearney Dies At 39: ‘Encouraged People To Be Their Best Selves’ Jersey Shore Mom Stephanie Kearney Dies At 39: ‘Encouraged People To Be Their Best Selves’
Jersey Shore Mom Stephanie Kearney Dies At 39: ‘Encouraged People To Be Their Best Selves’ Jersey Shore native and devoted mother Stephanie Kearney died at her home in Beachwood on Tuesday, June 20. She was 39. Born in Toms River, Stephanie graduated from Toms River High School South in 2002 before earning her Bachelor’s degree from Georgian Court College, her obituary says. She was known for her compassionate spirit and sense of humor, loved ones say. RIP Stephanie Kearney From our Intermediate West days to graduating from Toms River South (Class of 2002)!!! You were... Posted by Sean Thornton on Monday, June 26, 2023 Above all, Stephanie was an incredibly caring and devo…