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Rutherford Dad Of 2 Dies At 42, Loved Ones Say Rutherford Dad Of 2 Dies At 42, Loved Ones Say Rutherford Dad Of 2 Dies At 42, Loved Ones Say
Rutherford Dad Of 2 Dies At 42, Loved Ones Say A 42-year-old Bergen County father of two has died following a long battle with an autoimmune disease and an extended hospitalization, leaving behind a wife and two young children, according to those who knew him. Michael "Mike" Golz, a Mahwah native who lived in Rutherford, was remembered as a devoted husband to his wife, Clare, and a loving father to their children, Caleb and Beatrice, according to a GoFundMe organized by family friend Dan Johnsen. "It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear friend, Mike Golz, who lost his long and courageous battle…
Windsor Officer, Dad Of 2 Dies Unexpectedly: 'He Was Friend To Everyone He Met' Windsor Officer, Dad Of 2 Dies Unexpectedly: 'He Was Friend To Everyone He Met' Windsor Officer, Dad Of 2 Dies Unexpectedly: 'He Was Friend To Everyone He Met'
Windsor Officer, Dad Of 2 Dies Unexpectedly: 'He Was Friend To Everyone He Met' Police in Connecticut are mourning the death of an officer who died unexpectedly on Friday, Nov. 8, while off duty.  Windsor Police Officer Louis “The Kidd” Clayton leaves behind two young daughters — 2-year-old Zendaya and 3-year-old Zola — his parents, and long-time girlfriend, Olivia.  Related: Former Windsor Police Chief Dies After Long Illness Windsor Police did not disclose how Clayton died, but the department said he was a dedicated and compassionate public servant.  "Officer Clayton served with dedication and honor, and this loss has profoundly affected our depart…
Cha-Ching! $1M Lottery Prize Claimed By Long Island Man Cha-Ching! $1M Lottery Prize Claimed By Long Island Man Cha-Ching! $1M Lottery Prize Claimed By Long Island Man
Cha-Ching! $1M Lottery Prize Claimed By Long Island Man This Long Island man has one million more reasons to be smiling. Salim Kahn, of Valley Stream, cashed in a second prize-winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million by matching the first five numbers, New York Lottery announced. He purchased the lucky ticket in Locust Valley, at the Citgo located at 320 Forest Avenue, for the drawing held on Tuesday, March 26. Kahn received a lump sum payout totaling $651,000 after paying taxes. The Mega Millions game generated more than $492 million in sales during fiscal year 2022-2023, according to lottery officials.  Of that, school districts …
Kindergarten Teacher, Mom Of 2 From Capital Region Gets 'Fairy Tale Ending' Before Cancer Death Kindergarten Teacher, Mom Of 2 From Capital Region Gets 'Fairy Tale Ending' Before Cancer Death Kindergarten Teacher, Mom Of 2 From Capital Region Gets 'Fairy Tale Ending' Before Cancer Death
Kindergarten Teacher, Mom Of 2 From Capital Region Gets 'Fairy Tale Ending' Before Cancer Death On the last night of her life, Sara Maldonado’s neighbors surprised her family by lining their driveway and sidewalk with dozens of candlelit luminarias. It was a fitting sendoff for the beloved kindergarten teacher, wife, mother of two, and Disney fanatic who died Wednesday, June 26, at the age of 34 following a two-year battle with breast cancer, according to her obituary. “They did something for our family that will never be forgotten. It’s the fairy tale ending she would want,” her brother, Ben Olsen, said on Facebook. “‘Tangled’ is her most favorite movie and they gave her a fairy tale…
'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' 'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' 'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World'
'Angel On Earth': Unexpected Death Of Saugus Mom Leaves 'Void In This World' A community on the North Shore is dealing with the difficult task of trying to fill a whole left by a mother who had "the biggest heart and the sweetest soul," according to an online fundraiser.  Michele Mersicano said Dawn DiLoreto was "an angel on earth with a smile on her face and ready to help attitude" on a GoFundMe campaign.  "With a contagious smile she’d light up your day and check in to make sure you were ok," Mersicano said. "She will definitely leave a void in this world especially for her daughter Mia." DiLoreto died unexpectedly on Tuesday May 30, according to her obituary. S…
'Most Important Thing' To South Jersey Murder Victim Was Her Children's Education 'Most Important Thing' To South Jersey Murder Victim Was Her Children's Education 'Most Important Thing' To South Jersey Murder Victim Was Her Children's Education
'Most Important Thing' To South Jersey Murder Victim Was Her Children's Education Friends of Erin Gatier, a 47-year-old mother of two killed in a domestic violence incident, are raising money for expenses including her children's education. The GoFundMe organizer, a good friend, wrote, "Erin left behind two beautiful children that are tasked with unthinkable decisions and expenses. All donations will help with expenses and then will go directly to her children to continue their education, which was the most important thing to Erin." Gatier's ex-boyfriend, a former Atlantic City police officer, killed Gatier and then himself on Nov. 28 in Deptford, DailyVoice.com rep…
Support Pours In For Family Of Dad Fatally Shot By Stray Bullet During College Weekend Visit Support Pours In For Family Of Dad Fatally Shot By Stray Bullet During College Weekend Visit Support Pours In For Family Of Dad Fatally Shot By Stray Bullet During College Weekend Visit
Support Pours In For Family Of Dad Fatally Shot By Stray Bullet During College Weekend Visit Friends, community members, and strangers have come together to donate to a GoFundMe in the name of a father of three who was gunned down at a hotel during a college family weekend. Long Island resident Paul Kutz, age 35, of East Northport, was killed at the Courtyard by Marriott in the town of Poughkeepsie in a random act of violence on Sunday, Oct. 2, while visiting his youngest son at Marist College.  "Paul was a wonderful man who cared most about his family and his dogs," said his close friend Phil Talamo in the GoFundMe. "He leaves behind a devoted wife, three sons, and his father…
Support Surges For Family Of Falls Church Woman Brutally Murdered In Her Home Support Surges For Family Of Falls Church Woman Brutally Murdered In Her Home Support Surges For Family Of Falls Church Woman Brutally Murdered In Her Home
Support Surges For Family Of Falls Church Woman Brutally Murdered In Her Home Silvia "Kelly" Acabay was described by friends as a loving wife and dedicated mother. On August 10, Acabay was the victim of a senseless tragedy, after Richard Montano stabbed her to death and lit her on fire in her Falls Church apartment. Acabay was pronounced dead at the scene and Montano was arrested for her murder two days later.  "Kelly was friendly and full of joy, and always there to help others. She was loved by so many, and will be deeply missed. Her family and friends are heartbroken at their loss." A GoFundMe page was started to raise money for Acabay's husband, two childr…
Community Rallies For Norristown Toddler After Dad's Sudden Death Community Rallies For Norristown Toddler After Dad's Sudden Death Community Rallies For Norristown Toddler After Dad's Sudden Death
Community Rallies For Norristown Toddler After Dad's Sudden Death A Montgomery County woman is turning to the community for support after her husband and child's father died suddenly. Rachel Marco, of Norristown, started a GoFundMe page asking for donations to help support an education fund for her toddler daughter Madison following the death of her 37-year-old husband, Anthony Joseph Marco, on Jan. 20. The GoFundMe page has received over $43,000 in education funds as of Thursday. Raised in Willow Grove, Marco worked at American Airlines and FedEx up until his death, his obituary says. Marco's obituary remembered him as someone who was "funny, cari…
North Jersey Mom Marisa Aversa Dies After Battle With Breast Cancer, 43 North Jersey Mom Marisa Aversa Dies After Battle With Breast Cancer, 43 North Jersey Mom Marisa Aversa Dies After Battle With Breast Cancer, 43
North Jersey Mom Marisa Aversa Dies After Battle With Breast Cancer, 43 Bergen County mom Marisa Aversa (Cucciniello) died Thursday, Sept. 20 after a three-year battle with breast cancer. She was 43 years old. Born in Westwood and raised in Montvale, Marisa lived in Massachusetts, Montana, Georgia and Florida before settling in Fair Lawn 12 years ago.  A trained pastry chef and restaurant manager with a degree from the Culinary Institute of America, Marisa had worked as an office manager at Yankee Linen in Paterson for many years. She volunteered with the Girl Scouts in Fair Lawn and was a religious education teacher at St. Anne's Church. She also helped with …