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'She's My Ride' Owner Michele Posthumus, Wayne Valley HS Grad, Dies
Michele Posthumus, a Wayne native who lived in Asbury Park, died on Tuesday, Dec. 26 at the age of 57, according to her obituary.
Born on Feb. 17, 1966, she graduated from Wayne Valley High School and ran two businesses, "Absentee Property Management" and "She's My Ride, her obituary reads.
She enjoyed skiing, golf, swimming and spending time with her dog, Arthur, according to her obituary.
Michele will be missed more than many can understand 💜 Posted by Jane Reynolds on Thursday, December 28, 2023
Michele is survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, her obituary reads…
Mom IDs Daughter, 21, As Victim Of NJ Car Crash
Support is on the rise for the family of a 21-year-old woman killed in a car accident days before Christmas.
Diana Nicole Marrero Santiago, of South Amboy, died in the Sayreville accident on Friday, Dec. 22, according to her obituary and a GoFundMe campaign.
Diana's mom, Aisha, is a chaplain with the Port Authority Police Department, the department said on Instagram. She is raising funds to have Diana buried in her homeland, Puerto Rico.
"Diana was a bubbly and beautiful young woman who had unfortunate fatal accident," Aisha writes on the GoFundMe that she launched. "She was my only child …
Loic Beliard Of North Bergen Dies, 30
Loic Beliard, a 30-year-old North Bergen resident, died on Wednesday, Dec 6, according to his obituary.
Beliard was born June 3, 1993 in Cap-Haitian, Haiti and immigrated to New Jersey three years ago, his obituary reads.
He worked as Vice Consul for the Haitian Consulate in New York, his obituary reads. He is survived by his mother, Mildrede and other immediate family and friends, according to his obituary.
Mon petit frère Loïc Béliard, parti trop tôt, laisse derrière lui un vide qui ne pourra jamais être comblé. Ses rires... Posted by Robert Stanley Figaro on Thursday, Dec…
North Jersey's Nicolette Serio Dies At 33: 'Epitome Of Strength'
Nicolette Serio died on Sunday, Dec. 10, at the age of 33, according to her obituary.
Serio loved Christmas, makeup and changing her hair color to reflect her mood, her obituary reads. She was a huge Taylor Swift fan who also idolized Judy Garland and Marilyn Monroe, and could recite "The Wizard of Oz" from memory, according to her obituary. She felt most at home on a stage, her obituary reads.
I love you more than words can say. I’m at my breaking point with this one. I’m not usually at a loss for words. But... Posted by Emily Bonello on Monday, December 11, 2023
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Motorcyclist, 26, Killed In Route 206 Crash Had Recently Lost His Dad, Family Says
Tragedy has struck twice for the Nelson family.
Daniel Joseph Nelson, of Skillman, died in a crash on Route 206 on Dec. 1 — nearly three months after losing his father, Dan Nelson. He was 26 years old.
According to a GoFundMe page, Danny's father had died in August. "The two of them were best friends," his sister Alyssa wrote. "They did just about everything together, which made the passing extremely hard for Daniel."
Nelson was riding his motorcycle along Route 206 in Montgomery Township when he was involved in an accident with another vehicle, around 12:15 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1, as previou…
NJ College Baseball Player Ryan Coryell Dies Of Pneumonia Amid 'Happiest Year Ever' At 33
A 33-year-old man from Ewing has died after a two-month battle with pneumonia, his loved ones say.
Ryan Coryell had married the love of his life, Kate, last year, according to his obituary. He died on Nov. 24.
"Being with the now Kate Coryell, along with their dog Jeter, was easily the happiest times in Ryan’s life," his obituary reads.
"As you can imagine, his sudden passing has broken the hearts of everyone who knew him," his sister, Ally Picone of Trenton, wrote on a GoFundMe page. "Please consider donating to help support his wife, Kate, as she navigates this next chapter."
The …
NJ's Blake McGuire Dies At 27: 'Free Spirit'
Blake Kyle McGuire, of Bethlehem Township, died at his home on Friday, Nov. 17, his obituary says. He was 27 years old.
Born in Edison, Blake graduated from North Hunterdon High School in 2014 before attending Raritan Valley Community College.
He is being remembered as a “free spirit” with a passion for art and music, who loved to make others laugh with his one-of-a-kind sense of humor, his obit reads.
"I had Blake as a student and always enjoyed him," a former teacher wrote on Facebook. "He always made me smile."
Blake is survived by his parents, William and Susan McGuire; sisters, Kelly…
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…
Fairview Contractor Nicky Morin Dies, 48
Nikola "Nicky" Morin, Jr., a Fairview resident, died on Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the age of 48, according to his obituary.
Born in Teaneck, Morin spent his whole life in Fairview, where he worked as a plumber and contractor, his obituary reads. He is survived by his mother, Katherine, his son, Jayden, and his brothers, Jason and Anthony.
It is with our deepest sadness to share with you the passing of Nikola Morin my sons father (Jayden Morin) Jayden is... Posted by Lina Ramirez on Friday, October 27, 2023
A funeral was held at Our Lady of Grace Church in Fairview and he was buried at Fairv…
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…
