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Reassuring Bergen County Dispatcher Erik Midgley, Man Of Many Talents, Dies Suddenly, 47 Reassuring Bergen County Dispatcher Erik Midgley, Man Of Many Talents, Dies Suddenly, 47
Reassuring Bergen County Dispatcher Erik Midgley, Man Of Many Talents, Dies Suddenly, 47 Erik J. Midgley, a dedicated Bergen County Public Safety dispatcher and lifelong community volunteer, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 10, according to his obituary on the Hunt-Stellato Funeral Home website. He was 47 years old. Known for his reassuring presence during emergencies, Erik spent many years as the calming voice on the other end of the line for those in crisis, his obituary says. His legacy includes years of volunteer work with the Palisades Park and Fairview Ambulance Corps. Erik worked as a public servant for more than 25 years, including 19 with the Bergen County…
Former Bergen Courthouse Secretary, Paramus Mom Tracy Keenan Dies After Longtime Lupus Battle Former Bergen Courthouse Secretary, Paramus Mom Tracy Keenan Dies After Longtime Lupus Battle
Former Bergen Courthouse Secretary, Paramus Mom Tracy Keenan Dies After Longtime Lupus Battle Tracy Keenan, a 46-year-old mom from Paramus, died on Tuesday, July 2, after years of battling lupus, according to her obituary. Tracy was born in Belleville and grew up in Park Ridge, graduating from Park Ridge High School, her obituary on the Vander Plaat Funeral Home website reads. She later worked at the Bergen County Courthouse in Hackensack as a secretary for 10 years, according to her obituary. She is survived by her husband, Ilir; her three daughters, Lila, Abigail and Sidney; her mother, Maureen; siblings, Andrew, Megan and Kevin, along with numerous family members and friends, acc…
Natasha Olson Of Elmwood Park Dies, 28 Natasha Olson Of Elmwood Park Dies, 28
Natasha Olson Of Elmwood Park Dies, 28 Natasha Olson, a 28-year-old Elmwood Park resident, died on Tuesday, June 18, 2024. In her obituary on the Patrick J Conte Funeral Home website, Natasha is being remembered for her boundless curiosity and radiant smile.  She is survived by her parents, Elizabeth and Eric, siblings, Maxwell and Astrid and stepfather, Ralph, according to her obituary. A funeral was held on Wednesday, June 25 at St. Leo's Roman Catholic Church in Elmwood Park and she was buried at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus. To view Natasha Olson's obituary, click here.
Fair Lawn Native, 32, Killed In Route 208 Thanksgiving Day Crash Fair Lawn Native, 32, Killed In Route 208 Thanksgiving Day Crash
Fair Lawn Native, 32, Killed In Route 208 Thanksgiving Day Crash A 32-year-old driver from Fair Lawn was killed when his car struck a utility pole on Route 208 early Thanksgiving evening. William Hennecke was driving his 2002 Porsche Boxter convertible when it veered off the southbound highway and into a utility pole just past Maple Avenue shortly after 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 23, Fair Lawn police said. Hennecke was pronounced dead at the scene, they said. An investigation was continuing. William "Billy" Hennecke SPECIAL to DAILY VOICE A funeral service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Vander Plaat Colonial Home at 13-31 Saddle River…
Driver Charged In Route 1&9 Crash That Killed Passenger: 'She Slayed Too Hard For This World' Driver Charged In Route 1&9 Crash That Killed Passenger: 'She Slayed Too Hard For This World'
Driver Charged In Route 1&9 Crash That Killed Passenger: 'She Slayed Too Hard For This World' A 22-year-old Newark man has been arrested in connection with a crash that killed a 21-year-old Bloomfield resident on Friday, Sept. 1, authorities said. Gabriel Melo was behind the wheel of the 2018 Audi that collided with the tractor trailer on the Routes 1 & 9 North ramp at Route 139 West, Hudson County Prosecutor Esther Suarez said. Melo was arrested at the Hudson County Prosecutor's Office on Thursday, Sept. 7, Suarez said. Daniella RosarioGoFundMe Melo's passenger, Daniella Rosario, of Bloomfield, and formerly of Paramus and Haledon, ultimately died, while two other passengers…
'Everyone Needs A Billy Hansen In Their Lives': Loved Ones Mourn Bergen Man's Accidental Death 'Everyone Needs A Billy Hansen In Their Lives': Loved Ones Mourn Bergen Man's Accidental Death
'Everyone Needs A Billy Hansen In Their Lives': Loved Ones Mourn Bergen Man's Accidental Death He loved music, especially Motley Crüe and Kiss, as well as his motorcycles, the Knicks and Yankees and his many friends -- including the best of all: his wife, Cindy. A funeral service is scheduled this Monday for William "Billy" Hansen, 61, a popular and beloved Fair Lawn native who succumbed this week to severe injuries he suffered in an accident at Tanis Concrete last week. Hansen, of Elmwood Park, drove a mixer for Tanis for 17 years. He was at the company yard on River Road on April 11 when police said a truck went into gear and rolled over him. Hansen was hospitalized with a broken…
Arrangements Finalized For Heather Castronova Arrangements Finalized For Heather Castronova
Arrangements Finalized For Heather Castronova Funeral arrangements have been finalized for retired Washington Township detective and mom of two Heather Castronova. Visitation will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Becker Funeral Home in Westwood. A celebration of life will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at the funeral home. Inurnment will be at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 at George Washington Memorial Park. A former US Marine, Castronova died due to unknown medical circumstances, the department said on Wednesday, Feb. 8.  Click here for the full Daily Voice tribute for Heather Castronova. Heather Castronova.Township …
Heartbreaking Battle Ends For Beloved Bergen Firefighter Heartbreaking Battle Ends For Beloved Bergen Firefighter
Heartbreaking Battle Ends For Beloved Bergen Firefighter A career Bergen County firefighter's valiant battle with cancer ended Saturday, leaving countless loved ones, first responders, friends and others devastated. "We all ask why the great ones are taken to soon and we can't find the answer," Hackensack Fire Capt. Justin Derevyanik wrote as news of the death of Timothy Rice spread on Saturday. Timmy Rice, 42, of Emerson leaves Regina, his wife of 15 years, their daughter, Aubrey, and their son, TJ. He was "one of a kind, truly one of the nicest, most caring people I’ve ever known," Doug Habermann wrote -- just one of a rapidly growing collect…
Maywood Hall Of Famer Thomas Wright, 93, Dies Maywood Hall Of Famer Thomas Wright, 93, Dies
Maywood Hall Of Famer Thomas Wright, 93, Dies TRIBUTE: Longtime Maywood local theater writer and director Tom Wright died at a Bergen County nursing home this past week of what loved ones said was complications from the coronavirus. The Bronx-born Thomas James Wright, who would have turned 94 this Thursday, was a mainstay in Maywood, where he relished writing and directing of shows for charitable organizations, including the Our Lady Queen of Peace Church CYO and several other churches in Bergen County. He coordinated performances for more than 65 years, including last fall, with the Maywood Senior Citizens and the “Country Supper” a…
Thousands Raised In Memory Of Hackensack Shooting Victim Christian Pacas, 22 Thousands Raised In Memory Of Hackensack Shooting Victim Christian Pacas, 22
Thousands Raised In Memory Of Hackensack Shooting Victim Christian Pacas, 22 The community is rallying to help provide a memorial for Christian Pacas, who was gunned down last month in Hackensack. Pacas, 22, was remembered on a GoFundMe as a "spirited life" with "big dreams for himself and his family." The campaign, launched by Maria Pacas, had raised more than $8,800 as of Wednesday afternoon. "Anyone that knew him knew how true he was to himself and that is something anyone can say is extremely rare," Maria Pacas wrote. "He always had a way to make you laugh, smile, and lift you up." Pacas was shot dead before dawn Dec. 22, around the corner from the Bergen…
Christopher Durdunas Of River Edge Dies, 33 Christopher Durdunas Of River Edge Dies, 33
Christopher Durdunas Of River Edge Dies, 33 Christopher John Durdunas of River Edge died on July 31, 2019. He was 33 years old. Durdunas had been working as an immigration consultant at Ernst & Young, according to his Facebook page. He was remembered as a kind hearted young man with a beautiful soul. Durdunas is predeceased by his grandfathers, Anthony A. Siliato and Bill Durdunas. He is survived by his wife, Melanie Maxeiner; parents John and Grace Marie Durdunas; grandmothers Marie Siliato and Margaret Durdunas; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation is Sunday, Aug. …
Kenneth Williams Jr. Of Elmwood Park, 27, Was 'Marine's Marine' Who Went Above And Beyond Kenneth Williams Jr. Of Elmwood Park, 27, Was 'Marine's Marine' Who Went Above And Beyond
Kenneth Williams Jr. Of Elmwood Park, 27, Was 'Marine's Marine' Who Went Above And Beyond Kenneth Richard Williams, Jr. of Elmwood Park died on May 27, Memorial Day. He was 27 years old. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, the corporal was deployed to Afghanistan -- multiple times -- and Japan, his obituary says. More than $3,600 had been raised as of Monday afternoon on a GoFundMe for Williams' family to assist with funeral expenses. "If you knew Kenny, you were lucky," says the page, launched by Reggie Harrison.  "He had such a big heart and was willing to give the shirt off his back, even to a stranger.   "He was a Marine’s Marine, always willing to go ab…
TRIBUTE: Dumont's Aram Manoogian Dies After Valiant Battle With Brain Cancer TRIBUTE: Dumont's Aram Manoogian Dies After Valiant Battle With Brain Cancer
Tribute: Dumont's Aram Manoogian Dies After Valiant Battle With Brain Cancer Aram Manoogian of Dumont died on Jan. 17 after a valiant battle with brain cancer. He was 35 years old. More than $45,000 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Manoogian's fight as of Monday afternoon. "The only thing we could not buy was time," his mother Hasmig Kopooshian wrote on the page. "Aram fought for his life bravely and courageously. To say that he will be missed is an understatement." Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 22 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Barrett Funeral Home in Tenafly. A funeral service will be Wednesday, Jan. 23 at 10:30 a.m., at St. Vartanantz Armenian Church in …
Ridgewood College Student Amanda Aujero Dies Suddenly Ridgewood College Student Amanda Aujero Dies Suddenly
Ridgewood College Student Amanda Aujero Dies Suddenly Amanda Aujero of Ridgewood died suddenly on Nov. 7. She was 19 years old. More than $2,700 had been raised on a GoFundMe for her family as of Thursday evening. Aujero was a sophomore criminal justice major at the University of Stockton, where she made Dean’s List every semester she was there. "Her positive and loving character was always contagious, lighting up the room with her bright and energetic smile," the GoFundMe says.  "Anyone who knew Amanda knew she had the most selfless soul, caring about everyone else’s needs before her own. Her laughter, humor, and kindness alw…
Lyndhurst Salon Mourns 'Kindest Soul' Hairstylist Kim Anderson, 28 Lyndhurst Salon Mourns 'Kindest Soul' Hairstylist Kim Anderson, 28
Lyndhurst Salon Mourns 'Kindest Soul' Hairstylist Kim Anderson, 28 A Lyndhurst salon is rallying around the family of longtime hairstylist Kim Anderson, who died suddenly of medical complications at 28 years old Tuesday morning. More than $39,000 had been raised of Thursday afternoon on a GoFundMe for Kim's family -- daughter Ava, 2, son Carter, 1, and husband Sean -- of Glenwood. "It is with a heavy heart and tremendous sadness we share this news," Dolce Hair Design announced on social media. "Dolce has lost a family member and we are devastated. "Kim was a beautiful person both inside and out. Unfortunately we are all in an unimagina…
Midland Park Carpenter David Laauwe Dies, 42 Midland Park Carpenter David Laauwe Dies, 42
Midland Park Carpenter David Laauwe Dies, 42 David Laauwe of Midland Park died on July 21. He was 42 years old. Born in Ridgewood he has lived in Midland Park all his life. He was a carpenter by trade and was a former member of the NYC Carpenter’s union. David loved fishing, camping and quiet walks in the woods. He is preceded in death by his mother Janice Laauwe (nee Breur). He is survived by his father Alfred Laauwe and brother Gregory Laauwe. Visitation is July 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Vander Plaat-Vermeulen Memorial Home, 530 High Mountain Road in Franklin Lakes. Burial will be held privately at George Washington Memorial Park.
New Jersey Funeral Set For Paul Zito III Of Australia, 40 New Jersey Funeral Set For Paul Zito III Of Australia, 40
New Jersey Funeral Set For Paul Zito III Of Australia, 40 Funeral arrangements have been scheduled for Garfield native Paul "Paulie" F. Zito III, who died on June 23 in Queensland, Australia. He was 40 years old. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, July 17 at the  Patrick J. Conte Funeral Home, Inc. in Elmwood Park. A funeral service is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on July 18 at the funeral home, with a Funeral Mass to follow at St. Leo’s R.C. Church at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be at the George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus.  More than $28,000 had been raised on a GoFundMe as of Tuesday morning to pay for ass…
Monday Funeral Scheduled For Oradell's 'Meat Guy,' Chris Lubben, 54 Monday Funeral Scheduled For Oradell's 'Meat Guy,' Chris Lubben, 54
Monday Funeral Scheduled For Oradell's 'Meat Guy,' Chris Lubben, 54 A funeral Mass was scheduled this Monday for Christopher Lubben -- the fun-loving and well-known Oradell wholesaler known as "The Meat Guy." Visiting hours are from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Becker Funeral Home on Kinderkamack Road in Westwood. A 10 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph’s Church on Elm Street in Oradell will be followed by a committal service in George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus at 11:45 a.m. ****** SEE: Christopher Michael Lubben Dignity Memorial ****** Lubben, who formerly coached varsity boys soccer at River Dell High School, was struck and killed by a commuter trai…
Services Set For Bergen Catholic Alum Cyrus Ashtyani Killed In Crash Services Set For Bergen Catholic Alum Cyrus Ashtyani Killed In Crash
Services Set For Bergen Catholic Alum Cyrus Ashtyani Killed In Crash A funeral was held Thursday, June 21 for Cyrus John Ashtyani of Montvale, who died on June 15 in a Woodcliff Lake motorcycle accident. He was 21 years old. Interment was at George Washington Memorial Park in Paramus.  Ashtyani, a Bergen Catholic graduate who worked as an Internet sales consultant at Liberty Subaru, was heading south when he lost control of his Yamaha R6 at milepost 169.6, NJ State Police Trooper Alejandro Goez said. Born and raised in Montvale, Cyrus attended the Montvale elementary schools. He attended Don Bosco Prep in Ramsey and graduated from Bergen Catholic High Schoo…
Evan Gallucio Of Glen Rock, 33, 'Brought Sunshine Wherever He Went' Evan Gallucio Of Glen Rock, 33, 'Brought Sunshine Wherever He Went'
Evan Gallucio Of Glen Rock, 33, 'Brought Sunshine Wherever He Went' Evan R. Gallucio of Glen Rock died suddenly May 19. He was 33 years old. Evan, born in Ridgewood, was a lifelong resident of Glen Rock working as an electrician working for Ampak in Staten Island. Evan brought sunshine and joy wherever he went. His smile would light up an entire room. His best friend was his dad. Evan treasured the weekends they would go to Atlantic City to watch the state tournament for wrestling, a sport Evan loved. Evan had a special place in his big heart for his nephews and niece. Nothing was more important to him than being a good uncle. He would play with them…
Services Set For Beloved Paramus Teacher Killed In Crash Services Set For Beloved Paramus Teacher Killed In Crash
Services Set For Beloved Paramus Teacher Killed In Crash For every student of hers -- current and former -- veteran Paramus middle-school teacher Jennifer Williamson made the most turbulent years of their young lives easier to bear. Williamson, who taught for nearly 20 years in the district, was killed along with fifth-grader Miranda Faith Vargas when their school bus was struck by a dump truck on Route 80 during a field trip Thursday. *** Funeral Mass for Williamson is scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday, May 24 at  Our Lady of the Visitation R.C. Church in Paramus with interment at George Washington Memorial Park. Visitation will be Tuesday and We…
'Gentle' Paramus Twin, 10, Killed In School Bus Crash Had Contagious Smile 'Gentle' Paramus Twin, 10, Killed In School Bus Crash Had Contagious Smile
'Gentle' Paramus Twin, 10, Killed In School Bus Crash Had Contagious Smile She had a smile that touched countless hearts, a gentle soul and an intense love for her family. That's how many are expected to remember Miranda Faith Vargas at a funeral this Monday for the 10-year-old East Brook Middle School student killed in a Paramus school bus crash on Route 80 on Thursday. The 9:30 a.m. service will be held at the Marrocco Memorial Chapel in Clifton, with interment to follow in George Washington Memorial Park.  Visitation is from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Marrocco Memorial Chapel. A GoFundMe launched for the fifth-grader Friday night by her aunt, Carolyn Arri…
Franklin Zhinin Of River Edge Dies, 31 Franklin Zhinin Of River Edge Dies, 31
Franklin Zhinin Of River Edge Dies, 31 Franklin P. Zhinin of River Edge died on Wednesday, May 9. He was 31 years old. Zhinin was a social worker for Fundamentals Inc. of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.  He is predeceased by his father, Sagrado Zhinin. He is survived by his wife, Karina (nee Acevedo); mom Maria Pene of Hackensack; siblings Sandra Zhinin of Hackensack and Jorge Zhinin of Hackennsack; nieces and nephews Edgar, Nelsi, Melissa, Bryan and Isabella. Visitation is Saturday, May 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Gentile Funeral Service in Hackensack. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 a.m. on Monday, May 14 at Holy Trin…
Funeral Set For Saddle Brook Man, 20, Who Died On Easter Funeral Set For Saddle Brook Man, 20, Who Died On Easter
Funeral Set For Saddle Brook Man, 20, Who Died On Easter SADDLE BROOK, N.J. -- A funeral mass was scheduled this Friday for a popular 20-year-old Saddle Brook man who died suddenly on Easter Sunday. Andrew Camilleri was "sincere, witty and dedicated to everyone," reads his obituary, posted by Vander Plaat-Caggiano Funeral Home in Fair Lawn. "He enjoyed working out and traveling.  "We will miss him dearly. A son is truly the greatest gift you can receive." Nicknamed "Hammer" and "A Train," Andrew wrestled and played football at Saddle Brook High School. His junior year, he scored five touchdowns and av…
'Gentle Giant' Scott Milligan Of Totowa Dies, 40 'Gentle Giant' Scott Milligan Of Totowa Dies, 40
'Gentle Giant' Scott Milligan Of Totowa Dies, 40 Scott A. Milligan of Totowa died Monday, March 26. He was 40 years old.   Scott worked for Premier Properties, The Damiano Group in Little Falls as a Real Estate agent for 13 years.   He was a member of various organizations such as the American Legion in Totowa, The Carpenters Union Local #254 of Edison and the Masonic Lodge, Mountain View #154 of Haledon.  Scott was an avid golfer and loved his friends and family dearly. Heartbroken loved ones remembered Scott as a gentle giant on a GoFundMe that had raised more than $8,300 as of Sunday night. "Though Scott was a giant of a man wh…