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Longtime Essex County Sheriff's Lt. Tony Butler Dies
Tony Butler, a longtime lieutenant in the Essex County Sheriff's Department, died on Tuesday, May 9, according to his obituary.
Butler, an East Hanover resident who was a native of Cedar Grove, spent 17 years with the Essex County's Sheriff's Department and was known for lighting up a room with his laughter and quick wit, his obituary reads.
He loved being outside with a book in his hand, listening to Elvis and The Beatles, and with his dog, Bonez, who predeceased him, according to his obituary.
He is survived by his wife Diane, his children, Danielle and Anthony, and numerous siblings, in…
Hearts Break After Deadly Asthma Attack Claims 19-Year-Old Jersey City Native
Aneudy De La Cruz died following an asthma attack on Thursday, May 11, according to his obituary.
De La Cruz, a Jersey City native, attended Frank Conwell School and later graduated from Ferris High School, his obituary reads. At the time of his passing, he was attending Hudson Community College, according to his obituary.
A fundraiser has been set up to help his family pay for funeral arrangements and medical bills.
He is being remembered for his numerous interests including gardening, bicycling, music, cooking, and baking, his obituary reads.
"Despite his struggles with asthma, he…
Asthma Attack Kills North Jersey Native Samuel Cobar, 22
Samuel Cobar never let his asthma stop him from chasing his dreams, according to a fundraiser set up after his passing.
The West Orange native's asthma, however, is ultimately what killed him, those who knew him said.
"That then led our loving brother, son and best friend to have a life-threatening asthma attack while he was alone in his apartment, which had left him unconscious without oxygen for 50 mins," the campaign says.
Cobar died on Monday, April 17 after the attack while he was alone in his Florida apartment, the page reads.
More than $14,300 had been raised as of Tuesday, May 2.…
Hoboken Doctor, 28, Dies After Courageous Brain Tumor Battle
Dr. Ahntu Vu, who died on Tuesday, April 18, after a diagnosis of Glioblastoma Multiforme, is being remembered for his love of the fine arts and his passion for his patients, according to his obituary.
Vu died surrounded by his family, including his parents Hoavien Yu and Emily Yo, his friends and his girlfriend, Louise, his obituary reads. Vu was a second year resident at Hoboken University Medical Center Family Medicine Program. After his diagnosis, a GoFundMe was created, which raised $34,155 from 345 donors.
"He fought a hard battle and unfortunately it was a short one,…
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…
Support Surges For Family Of Beloved Hopatcong Mom, 28, Fatally Struck By Car In Bridgewater
Support is on the rise for the heartbroken family of a beloved Hopatcong mom who was struck and killed by a car in Bridgewater.
Kelsey Benson was walking on State Highway 28 when she was struck by a Lexus driven by a 59-year-old Bridgewater man around 12:45 a.m. Sunday, June 5, DailyVoice.com reported.
She succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
More than $2,200 had been raised on GoFundMe in less than 24 hours for Benson’s family, including her husband, Joe, and their 18-month-old daughter, Amelia.
“It is with a heavy heart that I share the news that Kelsey, my nephew Joe’s wife, tragica…
