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6-Year-Old NJ Boy Dies: 'We Will Always Love You'
Abner Beau Estival Jiron Piedra, a 6-year-old Somerville boy, died on Sunday, May 3, according to his obituary from the Cusick Funeral Home.
Abner was a student at Van Derveer Elementary School. A GoFundMe was created for Abner's family in the wake of his passing.
"Abner was a charming, special boy, full of love for others," his uncle Manuel Jiron, who organized the campaign wrote. "Though he was only six years old, he left us with many memories that we will carry in our hearts forever. We will always love you, Abner."
As of Friday, May 8, more than $16,000 has been raise…
US Marshals Arrest Suspect In Slaying Of Young Mom In Atlantic City: Prosecutor
A 26-year-old Atlantic City man was arrested and charged following a fatal shooting, authorities announced Friday, May 1.
At 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, officers responded to 2202 Hamilton Ave. and found Jaylou Marlenne Pineda Lopez, 22, with a gunshot wound, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said. She was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said.
Franklin Felipe De La Paz was arrested on Thursday, April 30 by members of the Atlantic City Police Department, Pleasantville Police Department, United States Marshals Service, and Homeland Security Investigations, auth…
Retired NJ Turnpike Worker Dies After Cancer Battle
A local family is seeking support after the death of a longtime NJ Turnpike worker who passed away following a battle with cancer.
William Francis Mullins, Jr., of Clifton, died on Thursday, April 23, at the age of 70, according to his obituary from Bizub-Quinlan Funeral Home.
Born on August 1, 1955, in Jersey City, Mullins grew up in Union City and graduated from Emerson High School before earning his bachelor’s degree, his obituary says. He had lived in Clifton since 1982.
He retired after a 35-year career as a toll collector with the New Jersey Turnpike Authority in East Brunswick, wher…
22-Year-Old NJ Man Dies Suddenly, Leaves Legacy Of Autism Advocacy
A New Jersey family is mourning the loss of a 22-year-old man whose life helped spark advocacy and change for those with profound autism.
Justin McCafferty passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 15, close family friends said in a GoFundMe campaign. The fundraiser had raised more than $20,000 as of Sunday, April 19.
Diagnosed with profound autism at a young age, Justin found happiness in simple moments, including time with family, meeting new people, and playing with his favorite musical toys, according to his obituary by the D'Elia Funeral Home webiste. He was known for his affe…
NJ Youth Sports Coach Paul Stahl Dies
Paul Stahl, a.k.a. "Coach Paul", a longtime Burlington Township resident died on Tuesday, April 14, according to his obituary from the Givnish Funeral Home website.
A graduate of Mount St. Mary's University, Stahl played semi-pro baseball and was a devoted fan of the Eagles, Phillies and Flyers, his obituary reads.
Stahl dedicated countless hours to mentoring, encouraging, and uplifting young athletes, according to a GoFundMe set up to support his family.
"He made a lasting impact on so many lives, both on and off the field, and his presence will be deeply missed throughout the commu…
Ex-President Of NJ College Killed In Motorcycle Crash (Update)
Grey Dimenna, the former president of Monmouth University, was killed in a motorcycle crash on Thursday, March 26, the university confirmed.
At 3:44 p.m., Grey Dimenna was operating a Harley-Davidson motorcycle south on County Road 519 in Hunterdon County when he collided with a Dodge pickup truck, Jeffrey Lebron, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said.
Dimenna was ejected from the motorcycle and pronounced dead at the scene, Lebron said. The driver of the Dodge sustained minor injuries, Lebron said.
The university's 9th president, Dimenna devoted much of his professional career …
