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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…
Fire Kills Elizabeth Dad Weeks After Discovering Wife's Pregnancy With 2nd Child Fire Kills Elizabeth Dad Weeks After Discovering Wife's Pregnancy With 2nd Child
Fire Kills Elizabeth Dad Weeks After Discovering Wife's Pregnancy With 2nd Child Bruno Littig, a 40-year-old Elizabeth resident died in a house fire on Sunday, Oct. 1.  Just two weeks ago, Littig found out his wife Stephanie was expecting their second child, joining their 4-year-old son Michael.  A fundraiser has been set up to assist his family in the wake of his death. As of Thursday, Oct. 19, almost $41,000 has been raised. Bruno was taken from us in a terrible tragedy. Life will not be the same without you, my friend. Bruno leaves behind... Posted by Nuno Cunha on Thursday, October 5, 2023 "Bruno was an incredible father, a loving husband, a wonderful son …
Longtime NJ Transit Train Conductor, Devoted Dad Kenneth Leissler Jr. Dies Unexpectedly, 43 Longtime NJ Transit Train Conductor, Devoted Dad Kenneth Leissler Jr. Dies Unexpectedly, 43
Longtime NJ Transit Train Conductor, Devoted Dad Kenneth Leissler Jr. Dies Unexpectedly, 43 Longtime NJ Transit train conductor and devoted dad of two Kenneth Burke Leissler Jr. died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Oct. 3, aged 43. Born in Livingston, Kenneth graduated from High Point Regional High School in 1999 before moving to Dingmans Ferry, PA, his obituary says. He had worked as a train conductor with NJ Transit for the past 23 years. Kenneth is remembered as a dirt bike and motorcycle enthusiast who loved spending time with his family. He is survived by his cherished wife, Kathryn (nee Bathgate) Leissler and their two sons Kenneth III (17) and William Leissler (13); his sisters a…
Could Princeton Grad Maggie Sajak Replace Vanna White On 'Wheel Of Fortune?' Could Princeton Grad Maggie Sajak Replace Vanna White On 'Wheel Of Fortune?'
Could Princeton Grad Maggie Sajak Replace Vanna White On 'Wheel Of Fortune?' Could Maggie Sajak replace Vanna White on "Wheel Of Fortune?" White herself certainly thinks so, she told E! News. She's filled in before, anyway. We’re keeping it in the family – meet our special guest letter-turner, Maggie Sajak! @patsajak #Family #FamilyTime #WheelOfFortune pic.twitter.com/QJCEqzuXtz — Wheel of Fortune (@WheelofFortune) January 7, 2020 Maggie, 28, grew up in Severna Park, MD, and earned her undergrad degree from Princeton University, before completing law school at Columbia University. She currently handles social correspondence for "Wheel Of Fortune," and as her d…
Devoted Morris County Mom Of 4 Dies At 47, Prompting Outpour Of Community Support Devoted Morris County Mom Of 4 Dies At 47, Prompting Outpour Of Community Support
Devoted Morris County Mom Of 4 Dies At 47, Prompting Outpour Of Community Support Support is on the rise for the family of Carrie L. McConnell, a devoted Morris County mother of four who died after a brief illness at Hackettstown Medical Center on Wednesday, August 30, aged 47. Born in Dover, Carrie was raised in Netcong, where she attended Lenape Valley Regional High School, her obituary says. She loved to spread laughter and joy wherever she went and had a personality that radiated strength and positivity. “She was full of life and could light up the room when she walked in,” reads her obituary. Above all, Carrie embraced her role as a dedicated mother to her four ch…
NJ Starbucks Worker Was Right To Be Worried About Daughter's Swollen Belly: 'One Strong Girl' NJ Starbucks Worker Was Right To Be Worried About Daughter's Swollen Belly: 'One Strong Girl'
NJ Starbucks Worker Was Right To Be Worried About Daughter's Swollen Belly: 'One Strong Girl' A Camden County mom's intuition that something wasn't right with her 2-year-old daughter and her swollen belly unfortunately turned out to be right. Sometime after the new year, Damara Burke noticed swelling in Charli's upper belly, according to a GoFundMe page launched for the Mount Ephraim family. "After a week of testing (ultrasound, MRI with anesthesia, CT scan, and Biopsy), the doctors confirmed that she had several masses that metastasized from her kidney to her liver, lungs, and around her blood vessels," her aunt wrote on the page. Charli BurkeGoFundMe "These tumors in Charli’s…
Warren County Native Wesley Allen, Jr. Dies At 29 Warren County Native Wesley Allen, Jr. Dies At 29
Warren County Native Wesley Allen, Jr. Dies At 29 Wesley F. Allen, Jr. of Warren County died on Tuesday, Jan. 10 at the age of 29. Born in Phillipsburg, Wesley went to Warren Hills Regional High School, his obituary says. He had also attended Missionary Alliance Church. Wesley was known for embracing hobbies matching his adventurous spirit like four-wheeling, motorcycling, and trucking. He also loved spending time with his family and working on the family farm. Wesley is survived by his beloved parents, mother, Roberta Willard; father, Wesley F. Allen, Sr. and wife Diana Allen; sister Kyra Dalrymple; cousins Richie and Kelsey Rhinehart; a…
Lehigh Valley 2-Month-Old On Ventilator In ICU Prompts Wave Of Community Support Lehigh Valley 2-Month-Old On Ventilator In ICU Prompts Wave Of Community Support
Lehigh Valley 2-Month-Old On Ventilator In ICU Prompts Wave Of Community Support Support is on the rise for Calliope, a beloved two-month-old infant from the Lehigh Valley who is on a ventilator struggling to breathe in the ICU. Kelsey Simms of Easton has been out of work to care for her daughter, Calliope Lillian, who has been on a ventilator in the ICU of a local hospital to deal with breathing problems since before Thanksgiving, according to a GoFundMe launched for her support. While Calliope, the youngest sister of three older brothers, is "slowly progressing," she also faces the challenge of being weaned off of the narcotics and benzodiazepines she was taking, Simm…
'RHONJ' Stars Party In Atlantic City 'RHONJ' Stars Party In Atlantic City
'Rhonj' Stars Party In Atlantic City "Real Housewives of New Jersey" costars Jennifer Aydin and Teresa Giudice were spotted with their families in Atlantic City this weekend. Giudice posted videos to her Instagram story of her family celebrating the birthday of husband Luis Ruelas' son, Louie, at American Cut Steakhouse, at the Ocean Casino Resort. After, the family apparently joined the Aydins at the Sebastian Maniscalco show, Saturday, Nov. 5 at the Borgata, according to Aydin's Instagram story. The stars closed out the night with some dancing at a nightclub.
Morris County Native, Dedicated Dad Of 2 Matthew Bell Dies At 38 Morris County Native, Dedicated Dad Of 2 Matthew Bell Dies At 38
Morris County Native, Dedicated Dad Of 2 Matthew Bell Dies At 38 Morris County native and dedicated father of two Matthew Robert Bell died at his home on Thursday, Oct. 6. He was 38. Born and raised in Denville, Matthew graduated from Morris Knolls High School in 2002, his obituary says. Matthew loved sports, live music, and spending time with friends. He is remembered as an endlessly generous person who embraced his role as a loving father to his two children, Alexander and Sophia Bell, his memorial says. “The loss of this wonderful person is a pain that will be felt by many, and he will always be remembered as a kind, caring man who was so full of l…
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Lehigh Valley Native, College Student Destini Czaplinski Dies At 28 ‘Beautiful Soul:’ Lehigh Valley Native, College Student Destini Czaplinski Dies At 28
‘Beautiful Soul:’ Lehigh Valley Native, College Student Destini Czaplinski Dies At 28 Lehigh Valley native and beloved college student Destini Lee Czaplinski of Bethlehem died on Friday, Sept. 30 at the age of 28. Born in Allentown, Destini was currently studying to earn her Medical Billing and Coding certification through Auburn University, her obituary says. Destini also attended Emmaus High School, Salisbury High School, the Lehigh Career and Technical Institute, Agora Cyber Charter School, PA Learners Online, Stream Academy, Pennsylvania Distance Learning Cs, and Bucks Online, her Facebook page says. Described as generous and loving, Destini was an artist who had a pass…
Sussex County Mom Of 2 'Lived Life Through Simple Pleasures' Sussex County Mom Of 2 'Lived Life Through Simple Pleasures'
Sussex County Mom Of 2 'Lived Life Through Simple Pleasures' Beloved Sussex County mother of two Danielle Alana Assante died suddenly on Friday, April 22. She was 37. Born in Pequannock, Danielle graduated from Newton High School in 2003, her obituary says. She had pursued several different jobs over the years, including dog training, restaurant management, and other “odds and ends,” according to her memorial. Danielle was known for her love of animals, her incredible cooking abilities, and her passion for makeup. “She truly lived her life through simple pleasures,” reads her memorial. “She had an uncanny way of connecting to people through their i…
Beloved Lehigh Valley Dad Of 2 Dies Suddenly On 36th Birthday Beloved Lehigh Valley Dad Of 2 Dies Suddenly On 36th Birthday
Beloved Lehigh Valley Dad Of 2 Dies Suddenly On 36th Birthday Beloved Lehigh Valley father of two Michael E. Taschler, Jr. died unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 20, what would’ve marked his 36th birthday. Born in Lehighton, Michael worked at Blue Ridge Pressure Casting Co., his obituary says. Michael was known for his love of sports, especially basketball, wrestling, and football, his memorial says. Above all, Michael is remembered for embracing his role as a loving father to his son and daughter, Jaida Rose and Jordan Taschler. Meanwhile, more than $500 had been raised as of Wednesday on a GoFundMe for the family’s final expenses. “I ask that in …
Sussex County Business Owner, 'Dedicated Family Man’ Robert Misner Dies Suddenly At 34 Sussex County Business Owner, 'Dedicated Family Man’ Robert Misner Dies Suddenly At 34
Sussex County Business Owner, 'Dedicated Family Man’ Robert Misner Dies Suddenly At 34 Sussex County business owner and dedicated family man Robert James Misner died suddenly at his home on Oct. 10. He was 34. Born in Dover, Misner spent time in Netcong, Hopatcong and Sparta before moving to Newton, where he lived at the time of his death, his obituary says. Misner was the owner and operator of Misner Sealcoating of Sparta and an active member of Every Nation New Jersey Church of Morris Plains. Misner was remembered as a “quiet and dedicated family man” who loved spending time with those closest to him. Misner is survived by his mother Sheri Misner-Borg and his step father …
Support Surges For Warren County Family After Beloved Mom, Wife Dies From Sudden Head Trauma Support Surges For Warren County Family After Beloved Mom, Wife Dies From Sudden Head Trauma
Support Surges For Warren County Family After Beloved Mom, Wife Dies From Sudden Head Trauma Support is surging for the family of beloved Warren County mother and wife Lisa Moyer, who died from serious head trauma after an unexpected fall. Moyer, described as an “amazing” mother of two daughters and stepmother to a daughter and son, was declared brain dead June 18 and taken off life support the next day after suffering a “massive blow to her head” from a fall, according to a fundraiser launched by her daughter, Jillienne Moyer. “My mother was a wonderful woman and she fought through many hardships throughout the course of her life,” Jillienne writes. “She tried hard to be the mom s…
Sussex County Native, High Point Regional HS Grad Anthony James Bush Dies, 29 Sussex County Native, High Point Regional HS Grad Anthony James Bush Dies, 29
Sussex County Native, High Point Regional HS Grad Anthony James Bush Dies, 29 Sussex County native and High Point Regional High School graduate Anthony James Bush died at his home in Wantage on June 6. He was 29. Born in Jersey City, Bush grew up in Wantage and participated in the SCARC work program, his obituary says. Bush was known for his love of all things food and going out to eat. His greatest love, however, was his family, according to his memorial, which is flooded with condolences from the many individuals whose lives he touched over the years. “It was my honor to be Anthony’s aide for 3 years,” writes Mary Thompson. “We were a force as a team! There are s…
Massive Birthday Drive-By For Fallen Rockland Firefighter's Son Includes NJ Colleagues Massive Birthday Drive-By For Fallen Rockland Firefighter's Son Includes NJ Colleagues
Massive Birthday Drive-By For Fallen Rockland Firefighter's Son Includes NJ Colleagues VIDEO: Several New Jersey fire departments joined a massive drive-by for the sixth birthday of a heartbroken boy whose hero firefighter dad died in a nursing home blaze in Rockland County. Fire trucks, SUVs and other police, firefighter and EMS vehicles participated in the nearly 40-minute procession in Nanuet early Wednesday evening for the son of Spring Valley Firefighter Jared Lloyd. Lloyd, 35, was on the third floor of the Evergreen Court Home for Adults when it collapsed on Tuesday. His body was recovered on his boy's birthday on Wednesday, authorities said. Firefighters from a numbe…
Younger Brother Of President Trump Dies Younger Brother Of President Trump Dies
Younger Brother Of President Trump Dies President Trump's younger brother, Robert Trump, died Saturday night in a Manhattan hospital. He was 71. "It is with heavy heart I share that my wonderful brother, Robert, peacefully passed away tonight," the president said in a statement. "He was not just my brother, he was my best friend. "He will be greatly missed, but we will meet again. His memory will live on in my heart forever. Robert, I love you. Rest in peace." "Uncle Robert, we love you," Ivanka Trump tweeted Saturday night. "You are in our hearts and prayers, always." President Trump had visited his brother Friday at New York…
Neil Patrick Harris Takes Legendary Trip To Lyndhurst Neil Patrick Harris Takes Legendary Trip To Lyndhurst
Neil Patrick Harris Takes Legendary Trip To Lyndhurst Neil Patrick Harris visited Lyndhurst Friday night. And yeah, it was legend -- wait for it! -- dairy. The "How I Met Your Mother" and "Doogie Howser" star celebrated his son Gideon's birthday at Medieval Times with husband David Burtka and Gideon's twin sister Harper. "What an exciting evening, far better (and more delicious) than I was expecting," he wrote on an Instagram post. "Can’t wait to go back!" He thanked the venue for treating his family like royalty while celebrating the twins' ninth birthday. Check out NPH's Instagram to see snaps from the night (watch his story).
WATCH: Morris County Girl Really Wanted Baby Sister In Gender Reveal Meltdown WATCH: Morris County Girl Really Wanted Baby Sister In Gender Reveal Meltdown
Watch: Morris County Girl Really Wanted Baby Sister In Gender Reveal Meltdown Emily Murray has been asking for a sibling since she was 2. The White Meadow Lake 4-year-old's wish is finally coming true. Well, mostly. Emily seemed excited for a sibling when her parents, Jeff and Arlene Murray, told her they were expecting a baby.  Turned out, Emily was hoping for a girl, her parents found out when she had a meltdown during their gender reveal. "I’m not really surprised," said Arlene, a Fair Lawn native and owner of Polkadot Cake Shop in Lyndhurst. "She’s pretty dramatic and animated." But after a couple conversations with mom and dad, Emily is warming up to the id…
15,000 Moms Across America Rallying For Northvale Baby, 6 Months, Fighting For His Life 15,000 Moms Across America Rallying For Northvale Baby, 6 Months, Fighting For His Life
15,000 Moms Across America Rallying For Northvale Baby, 6 Months, Fighting For His Life Thousands of moms across the U.S. are fighting for baby Kashton of Northvale, who remains in critical condition after suffering multiple strokes and a brain stem herniation over the weekend. Kash, 6 months, was found non-responsive, seizing and cyanotic by parents Melissa Messina and Joey Rodriguez Saturday morning.  ** UPDATE: Organs Of Northvale's Baby Kash Will Help Others Live ** The baby was rushed to the HUMC, where he remained critical as of Monday afternoon.  Messina, Rodriguez and their 3-year-old son Roman -- Kash's best friend -- are praying for a full recovery... but not with…
First ResPAWnders: How Bogota Patrolman Found His 'True Companion' First ResPAWnders: How Bogota Patrolman Found His 'True Companion'
First ResPAWnders: How Bogota Patrolman Found His 'True Companion' Meet Tucker: a 5-month-old Shepherd mix from North Haledon. He was adopted by Jon Gallipoli, a patrolman with the Bogota Police Department, from a shelter in Connecticut. After years of listening to his wife beg for a dog, Gallipoli reluctantly agreed to go to an adoption event last November. They were third in line and had been waiting for hours to find a dog that would be the perfect fit for them.  "My wife jumped into the pen with the litter of puppies and they all went running towards her... except just one," Gallipoli said. "This one puppy didn’t join his brothers and sisters, instea…
10,000 Calls And Counting: Sons Prank Dad With Epic Atlantic City Birthday Billboard 10,000 Calls And Counting: Sons Prank Dad With Epic Atlantic City Birthday Billboard
10,000 Calls And Counting: Sons Prank Dad With Epic Atlantic City Birthday Billboard If you were in Atlantic City last week, you may have seen it. The billboard for Linwood dad Chris Ferry -- a 62nd birthday gift from his two sons, the New York Post reports. The Black Horse Pike billboard that went up last week reads: "Wish My Dad Happy Birthday. Love, Your Sons." It also has a massive picture of Ferry’s face. Ferry has received more than 10,000 calls from strangers in less than a week because of the billboard. “I really haven’t been able to use my phone in a normal way,” he told KYW News Radio. “There’s a call coming through right now, it’s happened like three times sinc…
WATCH: No Sibling Rivalry For Hillsdale Pup Warming Up In Baby Sister's Bassinet WATCH: No Sibling Rivalry For Hillsdale Pup Warming Up In Baby Sister's Bassinet
Watch: No Sibling Rivalry For Hillsdale Pup Warming Up In Baby Sister's Bassinet Ares the pit bull boxer mix was an only child for four years before his first sister Sophia was born.  Ares became a big brother again last month, when his parents Tristan and Danielle Ganter of Hillsdale welcomed baby Anella into the family. Since the moment Anella came home, Ares has been by her side -- patiently waiting for his turn in the bassinet. Opportunity recently struck, and Ares made himself at home in his baby sister's bassinet.  It wasn't a case of sibling rivalry, the couple said. Just a pup looking to warm up. "He's the most obedient, loving, friendly and protect…