Support Swells After Rutgers Student Killed In Route 27 Crash Support Swells After Rutgers Student Killed In Route 27 Crash
Support Swells After Rutgers Student Killed In Route 27 Crash Amber Torres was set to graduate from Rutgers University with a degree in science before the 22-year-old Colonia resident was killed in a car crash on Route 27 on Wednesday, Feb. 18, according to a fundraiser set up to support her family. "Amber was a cherished daughter, sister, granddaughter, girlfriend and best friend. She was the kind of person who lit up every room she walked into," Niove Ramirez, who organized the fundraiser, wrote. "Her smile was contagious, her heart was generous, and she always put others before herself. She had a way of making everyone feel seen, valued, and lo…
After NJ Mom's Sudden Death, Young Daughter Raises $93K For Her And Her Sister After NJ Mom's Sudden Death, Young Daughter Raises $93K For Her And Her Sister
After NJ Mom's Sudden Death, Young Daughter Raises $93K For Her And Her Sister More than $90,000 has been raised for two New Jersey girls following the sudden death of their mother. Melissa Conca of Manasquan, died on Tuesday, Feb. 17, according to her obituary on the O'Brien Funeral Home website. She was 51 years old. Conca's daughter, Ava Lamonica, started a GoFundMe campaign for her and her sister, Sophie, that had raised $93,000 as of Saturday, Feb. 21. "Our lives changed forever when our mom passed away suddenly from an undiagnosed heart issue at just 51 years old. She was our beautiful best friend, and an amazing role model with a courageous soul who loved…
NJ Dad Dies 4 Years After Losing Son NJ Dad Dies 4 Years After Losing Son
NJ Dad Dies 4 Years After Losing Son Support is on the rise for the family of a South Jersey father who died four years after his losing his son. A GoFundMe for the family of Lawrenceville's Ethan Citron had raised $21,000 as of Wednesday, Feb. 18. Citron is survived by his daughters, Brielle and Brianna. He was predeceased by his son, Chase, who died in 2022. Citron died in California and the fundraiser was established to help Brielle and Brianna transport him back to New Jersey. "So he can be laid to rest near his family and friends," Maria Parrella, who organized the fundraiser, wrote. "Their world has been turne…
Vineland Nurse Leaves Behind Corrections Officer Husband, 2 Young Girls Vineland Nurse Leaves Behind Corrections Officer Husband, 2 Young Girls
Vineland Nurse Leaves Behind Corrections Officer Husband, 2 Young Girls Support is on the rise for a corrections officer grieving the loss of his wife.  A GoFundMe launched for Jacob Marrero had raised more than $13,000 as of Monday, Feb. 16, as news of his wife, Natia Turner Marrero's death spread. The couple share daughters Noelle, 3, and Nia, 4. Those who know the family say Natia died of cancer. Natia worked as a registered nurse and is described in the fundraiser as someone who dedicated her life to caring for others. “She wasn’t just a wife and mother. She was a Registered Nurse. A healer. A comforter,” campaign organizer Eddie Marrero said. The pa…
Jersey Shore High School Athlete Anthony Kulzy Jr. Dies, 15 Jersey Shore High School Athlete Anthony Kulzy Jr. Dies, 15
Jersey Shore High School Athlete Anthony Kulzy Jr. Dies, 15 Anthony Kulzy Jr., of Seaside Park, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at his home, according to his obituary on the Ryan Funeral Home website. He was 15 years old. Born in Pequannock, Anthony was a student athlete at Central Regional High School in Berkeley Township, where he played baseball, basketball, and was on the cross country team, his obituary says. An avid New York Yankees fan, Anthony loved playing sports, online gaming, watching TV with his dog, Gigi, and thought about becoming a history teacher, his obituary reads. Anthony was preceded in death by his father, Anthony …
NJ Antique Store Owner, Mother Of Two Dies, 58 NJ Antique Store Owner, Mother Of Two Dies, 58
NJ Antique Store Owner, Mother Of Two Dies, 58 Angela Porto, a 58-year-old Woolwich Township resident, died on Tuesday, Feb 3.  Porto ran Restored Antiquity in Haddonfield, with her wife, Amanda. Porto and Amanda also had twin sons, Chase and Trent, along with three dogs and two cats, according to a fundraiser set up to support her family. Porto was very proud of her 17 years of sobriety and recovery, according to her obituary from the McGuinness Funeral Home website. "AA was a central part of her life and a source of strength, community, and growth," her obituary reads. "Through recovery, Angela found clarity, purpose, and a…
Campaign Launched For NJ Widow In Wake Of Husband's Sudden Death Campaign Launched For NJ Widow In Wake Of Husband's Sudden Death
Campaign Launched For NJ Widow In Wake Of Husband's Sudden Death Christopher Perri, a Marlton resident, died on Sunday, Feb. 1, one week before his 51st birthday, according to his obituary from the StolFo Funeral Home website. Perri is survived by his wife, Theresa, his children, Katarina and Christopher, his mother, Joanne and his siblings, Joseph and Joann, his obituary reads. For the last 11 years, Perri worked as a commercial lighting sales and quotations specialist for Penn Lighting. "We are heartbroken by the unexpected passing of our longtime colleague and dear friend, Chris Perri," the company said in a statement. Chris was the kind of p…
Dream Of Raising Kids In NJ Ends In Heartbreak After 8-Year-Old's Sudden Death Dream Of Raising Kids In NJ Ends In Heartbreak After 8-Year-Old's Sudden Death
Dream Of Raising Kids In NJ Ends In Heartbreak After 8-Year-Old's Sudden Death A family that once dreamed of raising their children in New Jersey is now returning under heartbreaking circumstances, preparing to lay their 8-year-old son to rest after his sudden death. Malachi James Nakamura, 8, of Eagle Mountain, Utah, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 20, after a brief illness, according to an obituary published by Anderson Mortuary. The family said they plan to relocate to New Jersey so Malachi can be laid to rest beside his grandfather and uncle. According to a GoFundMe, which had raised nearly $30,000 as of press time, the move comes during an especially difficult…
Former Bloomfield Mayor, Wife Die Hours Apart After Nearly 70-Year Love Story Former Bloomfield Mayor, Wife Die Hours Apart After Nearly 70-Year Love Story
Former Bloomfield Mayor, Wife Die Hours Apart After Nearly 70-Year Love Story Former Bloomfield Mayor James P. Norton, 91, and his wife of nearly 70 years, Dorothy Victoria (Zelinski) Norton, 87, both died Saturday, Jan. 24, according to their obituary on the O’Boyle Funeral Home website. A source said the couple passed away just hours apart. Dorothy Norton died surrounded by her husband and children at Morristown Memorial Hospital, and James Norton later died at their home, according to the obituary. Dorothy was born in Jersey City and graduated from Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls in 1957, later working for New Jersey Bell Telephone Company in Montclair.…
NJ Stagehand, Avid Poker Player Ren Cain Dies Suddenly, $16K Raised For Young Daughter NJ Stagehand, Avid Poker Player Ren Cain Dies Suddenly, $16K Raised For Young Daughter
NJ Stagehand, Avid Poker Player Ren Cain Dies Suddenly, $16K Raised For Young Daughter Support is on the rise for one little girl mourning the loss of her father. Ren Cain, who lived most of his life in Central Jersey, died on Friday, Jan. 17, according to his obituary on the Spezzi Funeral Home website. He was 39 years old.  Ren was born on the Beaufort Naval Base in South Carolina and was a stagehand with IATSE Local 21, his obituary reads. Records show he also primarily lived in Parlin. "In his spare time Ren loved to golf and attend sporting events and concerts," his obituary says. "His greatest joy was spending time with his beloved daughter Evie." Ren w…
Legendary NJ Comic Uncle Floyd Vivino Dies Legendary NJ Comic Uncle Floyd Vivino Dies
Legendary NJ Comic Uncle Floyd Vivino Dies Uncle Floyd Vivino, a fixture in New Jersey for many years, died at the age of 74, on Thursday, Jan. 22, his brother, Jerry, announced. "With a heavy heart I am sad to announce the passing of my brother and everybody's favorite uncle, Floyd Vivino," Jerry Vivino wrote on Facebook.  "After a 2 and a half year battle with ongoing health issues his curtain peacefully closed at 6:05pm on Thursday January 22nd. Rest in peace big brother. You will be missed, but always remembered by friends, family and your loving fans.... 10/19/1951 - 01/22/2026 🎶❤ ✝️❤🎹 The family will be holding a private …
Marine Leaves Wife, 3 Kids Behind After Tanker Truck Crash Off I-276: PennDOT Marine Leaves Wife, 3 Kids Behind After Tanker Truck Crash Off I-276: PennDOT
Marine Leaves Wife, 3 Kids Behind After Tanker Truck Crash Off I-276: PennDOT A tanker truck driver was killed after crashing and overturning off an I-276 ramp in Bensalem early Monday, Jan. 19, and loved ones say he was a Marine who leaves behind a wife and three children. The driver was identified as 34-year-old Matthew Ronca of Lancaster, who died after the tanker truck overturned on the off-ramp from eastbound Interstate 276 to Route 1 in Trevose just before 1 a.m., Bucks County Coroner Patti Campi said. Ronca lost control of the tanker truck before it overturned and landed on its side down an embankment, authorities said. The tanker truck also rolled down an emb…