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NJ Mom Dies After Childbirth Complications, Leaving Behind HS Sweetheart Husband, 2 Children
A young mother from New Jersey has tragically passed away following complications from childbirth, leaving behind her husband and two children, including a newborn son.
Britany Cano died on Nov. 24, 2024, just days after welcoming her son, Mateo, into the world. She is survived by her husband, Elvis, their newborn son, and their daughter, Leia, according to a GoFundMe launched for the family by Meghan Damico.
Britany, remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and friend, had been thrilled to grow her family with Elvis, her high school sweetheart. Tragically, though, Britany developed …
Matt Gaudreau Was Expecting Baby With Wife, Madeline, Campaign Says
The Gaudreau family had much to look forward to.
Katie Gaudreau was set to marry Devin Joyce on Friday, Aug. 30. Johnny Gaudreau and his wife, Meredith, were weeks away from celebrating their daughter's second birthday.
Matt Gaudreau and his wife, Madeline, were expecting a baby, according to a GoFundMe page launched for Madeline's future.
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But the Gaudreau family's happy future was ripped away from them on Thursday, Aug. 29, when brothers Matt and Johnny were struck and killed by a DUI driver …
Teen Arrested In Slaying Of Hudson County Boy One Month Shy Of 18th Birthday, Prosecutor Says
A 17-year-old Jersey City teenager was arrested and charged on Wednesday, July 24, with shooting a Bayonne teenager over the weekend, authorities said.
At 2:30 p.m., police responded to 124 West Third Street and found John "Johnny" Dominguez, 17, unresponsive inside an apartment after being shot in the torso, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. The boy was pronounced dead soon after, Suarez said.
A fundraiser has been set up to pay for funeral expenses for Dominguez, who was killed a month prior to his 18th birthday, his family says. As of Thursday, July 25, more than $12,600 has b…
Support Surges For Family Of Beloved Warren County Dad Killed In Motorcycle Crash At 46
Support is on the rise for the family of a beloved Warren County dad who was killed in a motorcycle crash last week.
Carlos Mendez, of Lopatcong Township, died Sunday, Sept. 3, his obituary says. He was 46.
Born in Cleveland, OH, Carlos worked as an IT administrator for Huston Lumber in Watchung. He was known for his love of the outdoors, especially riding ATVs.
Above all, Carlos had an endless passion for helping others, as well as spending time with his family members and many close friends.
“He just loved to be of help to others and had a huge heart,” reads his obituary. “He was always…
Army Veteran, Somerset County Dad Of 2 Jaime Ayuso Dies After Pancreatitis Battle, 47
Tributes are pouring in for the family of an army veteran and Somerset County father of two after his death from end-stage pancreatitis.
Jaime Lee Ayuso died Wednesday, Sept. 6 at the age of 47, his obituary says.
Described as a “daredevil,” Jaime was known for his many achievements, which included being a mechanic, a tow truck driver, and an army soldier.
He loved riding motorcycles and “lived his life with no fear,” reads his obituary.
Jaime was also a dedicated father to his two loving children, Christian and Gianna.
In addition to his children, Jaime leaves behind his adoring wife, T…
‘Amazing Soul:’ Cody Rodenbough Of Northampton County Dies, 34
Tributes and donations are pouring in for Cody Rodenbough of Northampton County, who died at his home on Tuesday, Jan. 10. He was 34.
Born in Easton, Cody went to Easton Area High School.
He was described as an overall “lover of life and the life of most parties,” his obituary says.
Cody had a passion for eating at his favorite lunch spots — “just no red sauce.”
He is survived by his loving parents, Claire/Joe Cerino and Donald Rodenbough; sister, Megan; brothers, Garrick, Colton and Josh; as well as many extended family members and “innumerable friends,” reads his obituary.
Meanwhile, …
'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22
Beloved Lehigh Valley native Evan D. Modica died at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono on Thursday, Dec. 15. He was 22.
A resident of Plainfield Township, Evan worked as a gasoline attendant at the TA Travel Center in Columbia, NJ, his obituary says.
Evan was passionate about all things outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and hunting. He also had a knack for mechanics.
Evan is survived by his loving parents, Jennifer (Werbicky) Modica and Michael D. Modica, Jr.; a sister, Mia Modica; paternal grandparents, Michael, Sr. and April Modica; maternal grandmother, Mary Werbicky; and many extend…
Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support
Support is on the rise for the family of beloved Sussex County mother Catherine VanderMark, who died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, Dec. 10 aged 46.
Born in Newton, Catherine was a lifelong resident of Sussex County, her obituary says.
Catherine will forever be remembered for her incredibly caring and compassionate soul, as well as her unending love for her children, Kimberley VanderMark and Hailey Babcock.
In addition to her children, Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Raymond Babcock; her father, Frank VanderMark; her brothers, Chris Crane, Frank Crane, and Jer…
Bergen County Realtor, Dad Nelson Silva Jr. Dies Suddenly
A Bergen County realtor and dad of five died suddenly on Friday, July 15 at the age of 32.
Nelson Silva Jr. was born in Paterson and raised in Haledon before settling in Fair Lawn, his obituary says.
Silva worked for Keller Williams in Ridgewood as a real estate agent, according to his obit.
Nearly $1,700 had been raised as of Monday, July 18 on a GoFundMe for Silva's funeral expenses.
Silva was remembered on the fundraiser as a "kind, charismatic man who enjoyed helping out friends and family."
He leaves behind his wife, Princess (Canepa) Silva, and sons, Jayden, Javen, Avery, Adon, and…
Support Surges For Family After Sudden Death Of Devoted Hopatcong Mom, 47
Support is skyrocketing for a heartbroken family after the sudden death of a beloved Hopatcong mother.
April Marie Nall-Johnson died on Friday, June 3 at the age of 47, her obituary says.
She attended Hopatcong High School and worked at Rent-A-Wreck, her social media page says.
The beloved mother, wife, daughter, and sister was remembered as a “friend to many,” according to a GoFundMe launched to help cover her funeral expenses.
April was known for her bubbly personality and embraced her role as a devoted mother to her two daughters, ages 10 and 13, the fundraiser says.
More than $8,100 …
Sussex County Native, Devoted Father Dies In Car Crash At 29
Support is on the rise for the heartbroken family of a Sussex County native and devoted father who died in a car crash at the age of 29.
Anthony Joel Medina died on Saturday, May 14, his obituary says.
Born in Morristown, Anthony graduated from Newton High School in 2010 and had lived in Green Township for most of his life, according to his memorial.
Anthony was a skilled athlete, especially in football, wrestling, and softball. He went on to attend William Paterson University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting, his obituary says.
Anthony most recently worked at ADT in Flo…
Support Rises For Family After Sudden Death Of Devoted North Jersey Caretaker, Skilled Chef, 32
Support is on the rise for the heartbroken family of devoted North Jersey caretaker and talented chef Zachary R. Fleischmann, who died unexpectedly on Friday, April 22 at the age of 32.
Born in Paterson, Zachary grew up in Towaco and Montville before moving to Boonton, where he lived at the time of his death, his obituary says.
Zachary spent the last three years as a devoted caretaker to his 97-year-old grandmother, Cornelia, and had frequently visited New York City to attend comedy shows and patronize new restaurants, according to his memorial.
Zachary previously worked as a chef at the R…
North Jersey Native, NYU Performer, Beloved Dad Of 2 Sean McCleaver Dies Suddenly At Age 33
North Jersey native, NYU performer, and beloved father of two young children Sean Patrick McCleaver died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 1. He was 33.
Born in Ridgewood, McCleaver grew up in Wanaque and graduated from Homestead High School in 2006, his obituary says.
McCleaver was a talented performer, singer, and piano player who appeared in several films for NYU before moving to Warwick, NY, where he lived at the time of his death, according to his memorial.
More than $1,800 had been raised on GoFundMe for McCleaver’s funeral expenses as of Thursday.
McCleaver is survived by his loving wi…
Support Rises For Beloved Lehigh Valley Man Killed In Thanksgiving Day Motorcycle Crash
Support is on the rise for a beloved Lehigh Valley man who was killed in a Thanksgiving Day motorcycle crash.
John Czuba, 57, was riding a blue Harley Davidson motorcycle when he swerved off the road and crashed into an embankment near 157 Riverview Dr. in Lehigh Township shortly after 3:30 p.m., police said.
Czuba, of Danielsville, was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital, Muhlenberg, where he was pronounced dead, police said.
The Lehigh Township Fire Department, Lehigh Township Fire Police, Walnutport Fire Department, Northampton Regional EMS, and NOVA EMS assisted at the scene of the crash, …
‘Completely Devastated:’ Support Surges For Sussex County Family After Sudden Death Of Son At 2
Support is surging for the Sussex County family of Cameron Joseph Myers, who died suddenly at just two years old.
Born in Pequannock Township, Cameron died unexpectedly in the early morning hours on August 15, his obituary says.
“Cameron was so full of life and love, he lit up the lives of every person he came across,” reads a fundraiser launched for the boy’s funeral expenses.
More than $13,000 had been raised as of Friday for the Vernon Township family, exceeding the fundraiser's $10,000 goal in just four days.
“We are completely devastated and were, of course, not prepared for the cost…
Sussex County HS Grad, Singer, Movie Blogger Matthew Epperly Dies Of Brain Hemorrhage At 24
Sussex County high school graduate, singer and movie blogger Matthew R. Epperly died May 13 from a brain hemorrhage at the age of 24.
Born at Newton Hospital, Epperly graduated from High Point Regional High School, where he participated in theater and chorus, his obituary says.
Epperly was known for his love of music, theater and movies and ran a movie review blog, his memorial says.
In addition to running his blog, Epperly worked at a theater in Matamoras, PA, and had a second job at the Ross's Corner Quik Chek at the time of his death, according to his obit.
“Matthew was a great son and…
