Beloved Somerset County Dad Dies After 10-Year Battle With Kidney Disease Beloved Somerset County Dad Dies After 10-Year Battle With Kidney Disease
Beloved Somerset County Dad Dies After 10-Year Battle With Kidney Disease Support is on the rise for a Somerset County family mourning the loss of a devoted dad after a 10-year battle with kidney disease. David Betancourt died surrounded by his beloved family at RJW Somerset on Monday, Nov. 6, his obituary says. He was 69. Born and raised in Agua Caliente, Guatemala, David lived in Plainfield, Somerville, and California before settling in North Plainfield in 2007. He was a member of the army in Guatemala before arriving in the United States in the 1980s, his memorial says. Described as a “man of all trades,” David loved soccer, especially watching the World Cu…
Student, 19, Who Died In Fall From NJIT Parking Deck Remembered Student, 19, Who Died In Fall From NJIT Parking Deck Remembered
Student, 19, Who Died In Fall From Njit Parking Deck Remembered A 19-year-old student who died in a fall from a parking deck at the New Jersey Institute of Technology this month is being remembered as a “faithful friend” and a “beacon of positivity.” Elna Nandako Nyongesa died in Newark on Saturday, Nov. 11, her obituary says.  "With heavy hearts, we share the heartbreaking loss of Elna Nyongesa, who was suddenly taken from us on November 11, 2023," reads a GoFundMe for her family.  "Elna, our shining star, was a student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology who tragically died after falling from the parking deck at her school, leaving be…
Former Totowa Resident Lauren Gaeta Dies, 59 Former Totowa Resident Lauren Gaeta Dies, 59
Former Totowa Resident Lauren Gaeta Dies, 59 Lauren Gaeta, a Toms River resident died on Friday, Nov. 17 at the age of 59, according to her obituary. A Totowa native who was born in Pequannock Township, Gaeta moved to Toms River three years ago, her obituary reads. She loved watching people on the boardwalk, shopping at flea markets and spending time with her family, according to her obituary. She is survived by her husband, Salvatore, her children, Kelsey and Erin, her stepchildren, Erica and Matthew, her siblings Donna, Shauna, her dogs, Mugsy, Dunkin and Cinnamon and other relatives and friend, her obituary reads. A funeral will b…
Sudden Death Of Mario Solorzano Jr., 31, Of Jefferson Twp., Leaves Loves Ones Reeling Sudden Death Of Mario Solorzano Jr., 31, Of Jefferson Twp., Leaves Loves Ones Reeling
Sudden Death Of Mario Solorzano Jr., 31, Of Jefferson Twp., Leaves Loves Ones Reeling The sudden loss of a 31-year-old Morris County man has left a void in the lives of those who knew him. Mario Solorzano Jr., of Jefferson Township, died unexpectedly on Nov. 16 at home, surrounded by his loved ones, according to his obituary. RIP Mario Solorzano. So much laughter & ball busting in the gym just a few short years ago! I’ll never forget looking... Posted by Shaun Mason on Friday, November 17, 2023 Rest in Peace Mario Solorzano you were loved by so many and truly the life of the party anywhere you went. I’ll never... Posted by Annemarie Devine on Friday, November 17…
Fairview Contractor Nicky Morin Dies, 48 Fairview Contractor Nicky Morin Dies, 48
Fairview Contractor Nicky Morin Dies, 48 Nikola "Nicky" Morin, Jr., a Fairview resident, died on Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the age of 48, according to his obituary. Born in Teaneck, Morin spent his whole life in Fairview, where he worked as a plumber and contractor, his obituary reads. He is survived by his mother, Katherine, his son, Jayden, and his brothers, Jason and Anthony. It is with our deepest sadness to share with you the passing of Nikola Morin my sons father (Jayden Morin) Jayden is... Posted by Lina Ramirez on Friday, October 27, 2023 A funeral was held at Our Lady of Grace Church in Fairview and he was buried at Fairv…
New Hoboken Mom Brittney Upman Dies Of Cancer At 33: 'Loved By So Many' New Hoboken Mom Brittney Upman Dies Of Cancer At 33: 'Loved By So Many'
New Hoboken Mom Brittney Upman Dies Of Cancer At 33: 'Loved By So Many' Brittney Upman, a 33-year-old Hoboken resident and new mom, died on Sunday, Oct. 15 after battling leptomeningeal carcinoma, according to her obituary. A fundraiser has been set up for Upman's husband, Michael and her son, Jett, and had raised more than $146,000 as of press time. "Britt is a beautiful person inside and out," Nicole Molesphini, who organized the fundraiser while Upman was still alive, said.  "She is an amazing mom...and wife., Mike. She is also an incredible daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend to many. Britt celebrated her son’s first birthday in May and woul…
Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36
Somerset County Business Owner, Devoted Dad Christopher Sohnen Dies Unexpectedly, 36 Somerset County is mourning the loss of a local business owner and devoted father. Christopher Andrew Sohnen died unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 4, aged 36, his obituary says. Christopher graduated from Bridgewater-Raritan High School before attending Alvernia University, according to his social media page. He took great pride in having been the sole owner of Green Life Landscape & Design since 2018. Christopher was known for his ability to connect with others in meaningful ways, often through humor and thoughtful conversations. “If you knew Chris, you knew he had a gift to connect …
Former President Donald Trump's Sister, Federal Judge In NJ Dies, 86 Former President Donald Trump's Sister, Federal Judge In NJ Dies, 86
Former President Donald Trump's Sister, Federal Judge In NJ Dies, 86 The elder sister of former President Donald J. Trump has died while in hospice care in New York, a source with direct knowledge told Daily Voice early Monday morning, Nov. 13. Maryanne Trump Barry, a Queens native and retired federal judge, died over the weekend from cancer while in hospice care in New York City, the source said. She was 86. Barry became an Assistant US Attorney in 1974 and was appointed to the US District Court for the District of New Jersey by the late President Ronald Reagan in 1983. She was appointed to the US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in Philadelphia…
Morris County Mechanic, Dad Of 2 Kristopher Leek Dies In Crash At 38: ‘Always There To Help’ Morris County Mechanic, Dad Of 2 Kristopher Leek Dies In Crash At 38: ‘Always There To Help’
Morris County Mechanic, Dad Of 2 Kristopher Leek Dies In Crash At 38: ‘Always There To Help’ Morris County is mourning the loss of a longtime mechanic and dedicated father of two. Kristopher J. Leek died in a crash on Friday, Oct. 27, his obituary says. He was 38. Born in Morristown, Kristopher grew up in Netcong and lived in Byram Township. He also spent time in Hackettstown, Hopatcong, and most recently, Lake Hopatcong. Kristopher had been working as a Master Diesel Mechanic Manager at Nationwide Truck Repair of Mine Hill since 2009. He was enthusiastic about RC cars, roller skating, and picking up mechanic and woodworking projects. He had also recently joined a bowling league…
Esteemed NJ Transit Police Inspector Robert Noble Jr. Dies, 56 Esteemed NJ Transit Police Inspector Robert Noble Jr. Dies, 56
Esteemed NJ Transit Police Inspector Robert Noble Jr. Dies, 56 The New Jersey Transit Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. Police Inspector Robert Luke Noble, Jr., a lifelong South Amboy resident who served in the agency for 28 years, died on Wednesday, Nov. 1. He was 56 years old. With heavy hearts and extreme sadness, we report the untimely passing of New Jersey Transit Police Inspector Robert... Posted by NJ TRANSIT POLICE on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 A St. Mary's High School graduate, Noble's career with the NJTPD began in patrol in 1995. He worked various assignments across the state and climbed the ranks up to captain …
Support Pours In For Family Of Devoted Sussex County Dad Killed In Crash At 41: ‘True Warrior’ Support Pours In For Family Of Devoted Sussex County Dad Killed In Crash At 41: ‘True Warrior’
Support Pours In For Family Of Devoted Sussex County Dad Killed In Crash At 41: ‘True Warrior’ Support is on the rise for the family of a devoted Sussex County dad killed in a tragic crash at 41. Ryan C. Rhinesmith died in the crash on Friday, Nov. 3, his obituary says. Born in Pequannock, Ryan was raised in Lincoln Park and Brick Town, spending time in Montville before settling in Sussex County about 15 years ago. He worked as a groundsman for Wyatt & Son Tree Service in West Milford and loved to spend time in the great outdoors with activities like four-wheeling and fishing. Ryan was a member of Christian Faith Fellowship Church in Franklin and was incredibly passionate abou…
Violinist ID'd As Victim Of Union County House Fire Violinist ID'd As Victim Of Union County House Fire
Violinist ID'd As Victim Of Union County House Fire Police have identified the victim killed in a Garwood house fire last week as a 71-year-old man. Charles Riordon died in the Friday, Nov. 3 blaze, which broke out on the 100 block of North Avenue around 4:50 p.m., Garwood police said. Those who knew Riordon remembered him as a violinist. "Now you can play to your hearts content 🎻🎻 love you dad Charles Riordon 💔," Meghan Ezzell said on Facebook. Farewell to an incredible violin player and a great friend Charles Riordon Posted by Richard DiPaolo Booglerizers on Saturday, November 4, 2023 Riordan's Facebook profile shows he also was pas…