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Lauren Gaeta Of Toms River 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 NJ District's Former Superintendent Spreads Shock, Sadness
A New Jersey school district is mourning the loss of its former superintendent.
Miguel Hernandez, 58, was currently serving as interim assistant principal at Manchester Regional High School in Passaic County, after retiring as superintendent in 2021. He died on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 58.
In response to Hernandez's passing, the school district held an early dismissal on Monday, Nov. 13.
"Losing Dr. Hernandez leaves a profound absence in our school community," Superintendent Gary Lubisco, Jr. said in a letter. "He was a valued member of our school community and will be deeply missed by studen…
'Incredible Talent:' Spirited NJ Performer Eric Ubl Dies, 34
Tributes are pouring in for Kean University graduate and passionate New Jersey musician Eric James Ubl, who died at Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton on Tuesday, June 13 at the age of 34.
A lifelong performer at heart, Eric grew up in Edison, his obituary says. He learned to play several instruments — piano, cello, acoustic and bass guitar, drums, and various brass — but could just as easily captivate audiences with the unique quality of his voice. He performed with groups including Pandora’s Promise, Midnight Mosaic, and Exit 10.
Eric started taking music lessons when he …
Lifelong Somerset County Resident, Devoted Mom Dies Suddenly, 39
Lifelong Somerset County resident and devoted mother Jacquelene Casique Baez died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, April 1 aged 39.
Born in Red Bank, Jackie was raised in South Bound Brook before graduating from Bound Brook High School, her obituary says.
Jackie was a dedicated mother and had settled in Bound Brook to raise her loving daughter, Jayelene.
In addition to her daughter, Jackie is survived by her husband, Santiago; her parents, Helene and Ely Garcia; brothers, Ely and Alberto; cousin, Susan Callahan; grandmother, Helen; and godparents, Scott and Tina and “uncle Steven,” as…
Monmouth County Dad Dies In Florida Crash, 40
Monmouth County native and beloved father of two Todd Kelly died in a car accident in Jensen Beach, Florida, on Monday, Dec. 26. He was 40.
A Neptune native, Todd graduated from Neptune High School and the University of Central Florida, his obituary says.
He is remembered for his love of sports, particularly the Yankees, Jets, MMA, UCF football, Arsenal soccer and fishing.
He also had a passion for animals, Irish culture, and spending time with his family.
Todd is survived by Missy Kelly; his children, Keira and Chase; mother, Linda; brother, Matt; sister, Jennifer; adored pets, Walt, Geo…
‘He Knew Nothing But Love:’ Myles Fitzpatrick Of Somerset County Dies, 17
Beloved brother and Somerset County native Myles A. Fitzpatrick died on Monday, Nov. 7. He was 17.
Myles, of Manville, “knew nothing but love” and was known for his ability to spread happiness and joy wherever he went, despite handling obstacles of his own, his memorial says.
“When Myles was younger, we didn’t know he was going to be our son, so we called him our daughter and sister,” reads his obituary.
Loved by many, Myles had an incredible sense of humor — and an unmatched ability to show off his “mosquito twerk” skills on the dance floor.
He also had an adventurous side with a passio…
