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‘Tragic:’ Devoted Sussex County Father Of 5 Dies In Motorcycle Crash, 38
Devoted Sussex County father of five Joseph E. August died in a motorcycle crash on Friday, July 15. He was 38.
Joseph attended the Hopatcong School District before moving to Andover, where he lived at the time of his death, according to his social media page and obituary.
He loved fishing, the ocean, riding his motorcycle, and spending time with his family.
Joseph was described as a “devoted father that would stop the world for his children.”
“He will be remembered for his infectious smile, big brown eyes, his huge heart and sense of humor,” reads Joseph’s memorial.
Joseph leaves behind…
NFL Legend Tony Siragusa Fell To Similar Fate As His Father: Report
Further details reveal that NFL legend, Tony "The Goose" Siragusa, has died in nearly the same manner as his father, whom he tried to save, TMZ reports.
Siragusa had reportedly been receiving CPR at a home in Toms River, NJ when the initial emergency call came in around 11:45 a.m., Wednesday, June 22. He was pronounced dead at the scene and a cause of death was not immediately determined.
Decades earlier, when Siragusa was 21, he performed CPR on his dad who suffered a massive heart attack, claiming his life at the age of 48, Siragusa said on an episode of Howard Stern.
Siragusa's dad died…
NJ's Steve Garaffa Was Guided By Sense Of Justice (Tribute)
Support is surging for the family of a 37-year-old North Jersey man being remembered as a "good soul" with an optimistic approach to life.
Steven Garaffa, of Rahway, died on Saturday, April 30, 2022. More than $16,000 had been raised on a GoFundMe for his family as of May 8.
"The sign of a truly good soul, he could make anyone laugh at his own expense and sought out the positive in everything," the page reads.
"Often a cliché upon someone’s passing, but one hundred percent accurate as it pertains to Steve. He was a loving husband, son, and brother in addition to being a loyal fr…
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…
