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Saddle Brook Police Chief Eyes Reinstatement, Restitution After Judge Stops Funeral Escort Case Saddle Brook Police Chief Eyes Reinstatement, Restitution After Judge Stops Funeral Escort Case
Saddle Brook Police Chief Eyes Reinstatement, Restitution After Judge Stops Funeral Escort Case Suspended Saddle Brook Police Chief Robert Kugler is seeking reinstatement, and restitution, following a judge's ruling that he was wrongly being prosecuted for assigning police escorts to processions from his family-owned funeral home. And despite having waited 18 months for vindication, Kugler isn’t angry. “I’ve turned the page,” he told Daily Voice. “I’m moving forward and expect to proudly return to be chief of police once again and serve my community and the general public. “It’s all I’ve ever wanted to do.” State authorities wrongly applied a borough ordinance meant to keep police …

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by Jerry DeMarco
Obituaries
Jonathan Kowalczyk Of Saddle Brook Dies, 33 Jonathan Kowalczyk Of Saddle Brook Dies, 33
Jonathan Kowalczyk Of Saddle Brook Dies, 33 Jonathan David Kowalczyk of Saddle Brook died on Oct. 16. He was 33 years old. Jonathan attended Don Bosco Technical High School in Paterson, and later Bergen County Community College. More than $9,200 had been raised in Jonathan's memory on a GoFundMe as of Nov. 8. He was being remembered for his heart and caring nature. "A guy who was always willing to help, have a good time, and would do anything for his friends and loved ones," said Gloria Udrija. "Jon is a special person, and will always be remembered for his caring way," Darelene Noe said. He is survived by his mom Mary Pettway an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Elmwood Park Woman, 91, Gets Careless Driving Summons In Death Of Saddle Brook Tailor, 80 Elmwood Park Woman, 91, Gets Careless Driving Summons In Death Of Saddle Brook Tailor, 80
Elmwood Park Woman, 91, Gets Careless Driving Summons In Death Of Saddle Brook Tailor, 80 UPDATE: A 91-year-old driver from Elmwood Park whose out-of-control sedan struck and killed an 80-year-old Saddle Brook man outside a local bank last week received a summons for careless driving, authorities said Monday. Dolores Voris also must under a medical evaluation by the state Motor Vehicle Commission if she wants to get her driver's license back, Saddle Brook Police Chief Robert Kugler said. Voris was pulling into a parking spot at 11:40 a.m. this past Thursday when her 2010 Chevrolet Malibu jumped the curb and hit a pillar outside the Spencer Savings Bank at the Terra Mini Mall, s…

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by Jerry DeMarco & Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
Brotherhoods Salute Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter Killed In ATV Crash Brotherhoods Salute Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter Killed In ATV Crash
Brotherhoods Salute Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter Killed In ATV Crash Two separate brotherhoods displayed their respect, affection and grief as preparations continued for what is expected to be a massive funeral for Saddle Brook firefighter – and Port Authority tunnel and bridge agent – Shawn Sturdy. Purple and black bunting was hung from the emergency garages at the George Washington and Goethels bridges, as well as at the Lincoln and Holland tunnels. Meanwhile, a traffic sign outside the Saddle Brook main firehouse noted Sturdy’s passing. The Engine Co. #1 lieutenant fought hard for nine days before succumbing Sunday to injuries sustained in an ATV crash i…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Police & Fire
TRIBUTE: Funeral Service Set For Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter, 23 TRIBUTE: Funeral Service Set For Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter, 23
Tribute: Funeral Service Set For Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter, 23 A funeral service was scheduled this Saturday for a popular Saddle Brook firefighter who died of injuries from an ATV crash in Pennsylvania. Visiting hours for 23-year-old SBFD Lt. Shawn A. Sturdy, who worked as a tunnel and bridge agent for the Port Authority, are from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Kugler Community Home For Funerals. The service will be held at the funeral home on Fifth Street (973-478-2500) at 10 a.m. Saturday, with cremation to follow at Cedar Lawn Cemetery in Paterson. Sturdy fought hard for nine days before succumbing to his injuries on Sunday. He'd been airlifted to Gei…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Police & Fire
Requiescat In Pace: Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter In ATV Crash Passes Requiescat In Pace: Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter In ATV Crash Passes
Requiescat In Pace: Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter In ATV Crash Passes He fought hard for nine days, but on Sunday Saddle Brook Engine Co. #1 Lt. Shawn Sturdy died from injuries sustained in an ATV crash in Pennsylvania. "Shawn was one of those people who lit up a room when he walked in," fellow firefighter Doug Habermann said. "He always had a smile on his face and a pleasant greeting when you saw him. I can’t even explain how much he’ll be missed by us all. A true gentleman, friend, and brother." ****** ARRANGEMENTS: Visiting hours are from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Kugler Community Home For Funerals. The service will be held at the fune…

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by Jerry DeMarco
Police & Fire
Requiescat In Pace: Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter In ATV Crash Dies Requiescat In Pace: Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter In ATV Crash Dies
Requiescat In Pace: Beloved Saddle Brook Firefighter In ATV Crash Dies He fought hard for nine days, but on Sunday Saddle Brook Engine Co. #1 Lt. Shawn Sturdy died from injuries sustained in an ATV crash in Pennsylvania. "Shawn was one of those people who lit up a room when he walked in," fellow firefighter Doug Habermann said. "He always had a smile on his face and a pleasant greeting when you saw him. I can’t even explain how much he’ll be missed by us all. A true gentleman, friend, and brother." ****** ARRANGEMENTS: Visiting hours are from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Kugler Community Home For Funerals. The service will be held at the fune…

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by Jerry DeMarco