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NJ Motorcyclist Mike Milazzo, 33, Dies After Florida Crash NJ Motorcyclist Mike Milazzo, 33, Dies After Florida Crash
NJ Motorcyclist Mike Milazzo, 33, Dies After Florida Crash Longtime Sussex County resident Michael Milazzo died on Sunday, June 23 due to injuries suffered in a Florida motorcycle crash, his obituary says. He was 33 years old. According to his obituary on the Pinkel Funeral Home website, Michael attended High Point Regional High School and lived in Sussex County most of his life.  He owned and operated Countywide Construction in Wantage and was affectionately known as the "smooth operator,” since he believed he was “the best machine operator on the east side of the Mississippi.” He was passionate about riding motorcycle and rece…
Scott Bartlett, Navy Veteran, Sussex County First Responder, Dies At 49 Scott Bartlett, Navy Veteran, Sussex County First Responder, Dies At 49
Scott Bartlett, Navy Veteran, Sussex County First Responder, Dies At 49 Scott Bartlett, who spent many years in Vernon volunteering as a first responder, died on Friday, Dec. 29 at the age of 49 in Honolulu, according to his obituary on the Pinkel Funeral Home website. Barlett was born in Ridgewood and moved to Vernon, his obituary reads. He served in the Navy from 1993 to 1997 as a disaster recovery specialist, according to his obituary. After leaving the navy, he served in the Pochuck Volunteer Fire Department, as an EMS tech for the Glenwood Pochuck Volunteer Ambulance Corps and as a dispatcher for the Pequannock Police Department. It’s with heavy heart…
Support Pours In For Family Of Devoted Sussex County Dad Killed In Crash At 41: ‘True Warrior’ Support Pours In For Family Of Devoted Sussex County Dad Killed In Crash At 41: ‘True Warrior’
Support Pours In For Family Of Devoted Sussex County Dad Killed In Crash At 41: ‘True Warrior’ Support is on the rise for the family of a devoted Sussex County dad killed in a tragic crash at 41. Ryan C. Rhinesmith died in the crash on Friday, Nov. 3, his obituary says. Born in Pequannock, Ryan was raised in Lincoln Park and Brick Town, spending time in Montville before settling in Sussex County about 15 years ago. He worked as a groundsman for Wyatt & Son Tree Service in West Milford and loved to spend time in the great outdoors with activities like four-wheeling and fishing. Ryan was a member of Christian Faith Fellowship Church in Franklin and was incredibly passionate abou…
Alexey Razumov Of Sussex County Dies Suddenly, 39 Alexey Razumov Of Sussex County Dies Suddenly, 39
Alexey Razumov Of Sussex County Dies Suddenly, 39 Sussex County resident Alexey Razumov died unexpectedly on Monday, April 17. He was 39. Born in Krasnodar, Russia, Alexey arrived in the United States in 1990 and was raised in Clifton, his obituary says. Alexey won second place in the wrestling state competition before graduating from Clifton High School in 2002. He moved to Sussex County in 2005, where he became a member of the First Russian Baptist Church in South River and attended Hamburg Baptist Church. Alexey is survived by his loving parents, Victor and Maria (Kaltakova) Razumov; his siblings, Alexander, Olga, Andrey, Anatoly, Vl…
'Charismatic, Carefree, Kind:' Sussex County Mourns Death Of 8-Year-Old Herman 'Bud' Flood IV 'Charismatic, Carefree, Kind:' Sussex County Mourns Death Of 8-Year-Old Herman 'Bud' Flood IV
'Charismatic, Carefree, Kind:' Sussex County Mourns Death Of 8-Year-Old Herman 'Bud' Flood IV Tributes and donations are pouring in after the death of a beloved Sussex County 8-year-old remembered as a kind soul and playful big brother. Herman “Bud” K. Flood IV passed away at Lehigh Valley Hospital – Cedar Crest in Allentown on Wednesday, April 12, his obituary says. Born and mostly raised in Sussex County, Bud had an incredible sense of humor and an endlessly inquisitive mind. From accomplishing feats and earning titles like Student of the Month, singer, and motorcyclist, Bud was used to “playing any role he saw fit.” “Bud was curious, joyful, and loved getting into mischief, you …
Sussex County Native Kristen Wargacki Dies, 36 Sussex County Native Kristen Wargacki Dies, 36
Sussex County Native Kristen Wargacki Dies, 36 Sussex County native Kristen Wargackie died on Sunday, Feb. 26. She was 36 years old. A Vernon native, Kristen worked at ShopRite in Franklin for many years and at the Mixing Bowl Restaurant, where she amassed countless friends, according to her obituary. She had been living in Warwick, NY at the time of her death, her obituary says. Services were private. Click here for Kristen Wargacki's complete obituary from the Pinkel Funeral Home.
'She Fought Hard Every Day:' Sussex County Resident Danielle Murray Dies After Long Illness, 33 'She Fought Hard Every Day:' Sussex County Resident Danielle Murray Dies After Long Illness, 33
'She Fought Hard Every Day:' Sussex County Resident Danielle Murray Dies After Long Illness, 33 Sussex County resident Danielle Murray died at Overlook Hospital in Summit after a long illness on Monday, Dec. 26. She was 33. Born in Seoul, South Korea, Danielle moved to Sussex County in 1990, her obituary says. She then moved with her family to Colorado Springs before returning to Sussex County, where she had resided for the past 20 years. Danielle graduated from High Point Regional High School and worked for Atlantic Health in Morristown as an Administrative Assistant, according to her memorial. Danielle had a “heart of gold” and will forever be remembered for her endless generosity…
Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support
Sudden Death Of Devoted Sussex County Mom At 46 Prompts Wave Of Community Support Support is on the rise for the family of beloved Sussex County mother Catherine VanderMark, who died unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, Dec. 10 aged 46. Born in Newton, Catherine was a lifelong resident of Sussex County, her obituary says. Catherine will forever be remembered for her incredibly caring and compassionate soul, as well as her unending love for her children, Kimberley VanderMark and Hailey Babcock. In addition to her children, Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Raymond Babcock; her father, Frank VanderMark; her brothers, Chris Crane, Frank Crane, and Jer…
‘Heart Of A Lion:’ Sussex County Veteran, Devoted Dad Michael Langan Dies Suddenly At 35 ‘Heart Of A Lion:’ Sussex County Veteran, Devoted Dad Michael Langan Dies Suddenly At 35
‘Heart Of A Lion:’ Sussex County Veteran, Devoted Dad Michael Langan Dies Suddenly At 35 Sussex County native, veteran, and dedicated father Michael Christopher Langan died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, Dec. 6 at the age of 35. Born in Paterson, Michael grew up in Wantage before eventually moving to Jacksonville, Florida, where he lived at the time of his passing, his obituary says. Michael was formerly assigned to the US Army 555th Engineer Brigade at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA, his memorial says. His most recent work was as a craftsman at the Hudson Trailer Co. of Jacksonville, which left a heartfelt Facebook tribute following his passing: With great sadness w…
‘He Will Forever Be With Us:’ Kaleb Barretto Of Sussex County Dies Unexpectedly, 17 ‘He Will Forever Be With Us:’ Kaleb Barretto Of Sussex County Dies Unexpectedly, 17
‘He Will Forever Be With Us:’ Kaleb Barretto Of Sussex County Dies Unexpectedly, 17 Tributes immediately poured in for beloved Sussex County 17-year-old Kaleb Lee Barretto, who died unexpectedly on Sunday, Dec. 11. Born in Newton to his loving parents, Shane Barretto and Heather Hardick, Kaleb had lived in Sussex County his entire life, his obituary says. Kaleb “had a heart of gold and he cared and loved for everyone,” according to a GoFundMe launched by his best friend, David Robinson. “Many of us know about Kaleb’s unexpected death,” Robinson writes. “He meant so much to people everyone loved him.” More than $1,200 had been raised as of Thursday. ALSO SEE: ‘Heart Of…
Sussex County HS Grad, Spa Receptionist Dies After Fearless Battle With Addison’s Disease, 32 Sussex County HS Grad, Spa Receptionist Dies After Fearless Battle With Addison’s Disease, 32
Sussex County HS Grad, Spa Receptionist Dies After Fearless Battle With Addison’s Disease, 32 Sussex County high school graduate and spa receptionist Kelly N. Fogarty died after a long and fearless battle with Addison’s Disease on Friday, Sept. 16. She was 32. Born in Rahway, Kelly was raised in Hillsborough and moved to Wantage in 2000, her obituary says. Kelly then attended High Point Regional High School, where she graduated in 2008, according to her memorial. Kelly had most recently worked as a receptionist at May’s Lash Spa in Sparta, which posted a heartfelt Facebook tribute following her passing. The May’s Lash Spa family is so terribly sad to announce the passing of o…
Lifelong Sussex County Resident, Devoted Father Dies Suddenly, 46 Lifelong Sussex County Resident, Devoted Father Dies Suddenly, 46
Lifelong Sussex County Resident, Devoted Father Dies Suddenly, 46 Lifelong Sussex County resident and devoted father John F. Glennen died unexpectedly at his home on Friday, August 5. He was 46. Born in Port Jervis, NY, John grew up in the Sussex-Wantage area, where he attended High Point Regional High School, his obituary and social media pages say. John had worked for several years as a flooring journeyman for Johnny B’s Floor Covering in Toms River, his memorial says. John was remembered as a kind and caring soul who was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. Above all, John was a devoted father to his loving daughters, Destiny Rose …
‘Bundle Of Joy:’ NJ 1-Year-Old Dies Suddenly ‘Bundle Of Joy:’ NJ 1-Year-Old Dies Suddenly
‘Bundle Of Joy:’ NJ 1-Year-Old Dies Suddenly Support is pouring in for a family from New Jersey left heartbroken after the unexpected death of their one-year-old son. Presley Cash Rome died at his family’s home in Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 27, his obituary says. Born at Newton Medical Center, Presley was described as the “light of his parent’s eyes and a bundle of joy.” The beloved boy was known for his love of dancing and contagious smile that lit up all those around him. Meanwhile, nearly $11,000 had been raised on GoFundMe for Presley’s funeral expenses as of Thursday, May 5. “Presley was just over one year old, and he was …
Lifelong Sussex County Resident, Beloved Carpenter Dies Suddenly, 32 Lifelong Sussex County Resident, Beloved Carpenter Dies Suddenly, 32
Lifelong Sussex County Resident, Beloved Carpenter Dies Suddenly, 32 Lifelong Sussex County resident and beloved carpenter James L. Muller died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 9. He was 32. Born in Newton, James attended High Point Regional High School and lived in Branchville at the time of his death, his obituary and social media pages say. James was self-employed as a carpenter and a valued member of the Local #68 Operating Engineers, his memorial says. James was also a member of Branchville’s AA chapter. James leaves behind his loving mother, Nancy Muller; his brother, Daniel Muller; sisters, Theresa Munguia and Samantha Muller; nieces and nephews, Tia…
Recent Sussex County HS Grad, Beloved Musician Jeremy Jackson Dies Suddenly At 18 Recent Sussex County HS Grad, Beloved Musician Jeremy Jackson Dies Suddenly At 18
Recent Sussex County HS Grad, Beloved Musician Jeremy Jackson Dies Suddenly At 18 Beloved Sussex County high school graduate and musician Jeremy Hunter Jackson died suddenly at his home on Nov. 10. He was 18. Born in Pequannock, Jackson grew up in Sussex and graduated from High Point Regional High School in Wantage this June, his obituary says. An artistic soul, Jackson was a percussionist and loved all types of music, often composing his own, his memorial says. Jackson also loved drawing and writing stories and poetry. In his free time, Jackson enjoyed video games and was a loyal member of the school’s video game club, his obituary says. Jackson is survived by his lo…
Sussex County Makeup Artist, Beloved Mom & Wife Elizabeth Newsom Dies Suddenly At Age 24 Sussex County Makeup Artist, Beloved Mom & Wife Elizabeth Newsom Dies Suddenly At Age 24
Sussex County Makeup Artist, Beloved Mom & Wife Elizabeth Newsom Dies Suddenly At Age 24 Sussex County makeup artist and beloved mother and wife Elizabeth Faye Newsom died suddenly at Newton Medical Center while giving birth to a healthy baby boy on Nov. 3. She was 24. Born in Gainesville, FL, Newsom lived in Ocala, FL before moving to Sussex County, her obituary says. Newsom was an extremely talented and passionate makeup artist and worked at Ulta Salon in Rockaway, her memorial says. She also attended Christian Faith Fellowship Church in Hardyston. “Elizabeth had a twinkle in her eye that would light up the room,” reads her memorial. “She was loved by her fellow employees,…
Sussex County Native, Beloved Father William VanGorden Dies Suddenly At 31 Sussex County Native, Beloved Father William VanGorden Dies Suddenly At 31
Sussex County Native, Beloved Father William VanGorden Dies Suddenly At 31 Sussex County native and beloved father William D. VanGorden died suddenly at Newton Medical Center on Oct. 21. He was 31. Born in Newton, VanGorden grew up in Sussex County before settling in Lords Valley, PA, his obituary says. VanGorden was known for his love of sports, including the NY Mets, LA Lakers, Dallas Cowboys and UFC Champion Connor McGregor, as well as TV series Trailer Park Boys and Sons of Anarchy, according to his memorial. Above all, VanGorden was remembered for embracing his role as a loving father to daughter, Amelia Anastasia May Van Gorden, and step-daughters, Lilly Ba…
Sussex County Native, Beloved Father And Uncle Brian Ashley Dies At Age 39 Sussex County Native, Beloved Father And Uncle Brian Ashley Dies At Age 39
Sussex County Native, Beloved Father And Uncle Brian Ashley Dies At Age 39 Sussex County native and beloved father and uncle Brian K. Ashley died unexpectedly on Sept. 9 at the age of 39. Born in Newton, Ashley worked as a certified heavy equipment operator at Service Concrete in Hamburg and later spent five years with Fields of Green Landscaping in Sparta before moving to Milford, PA, his obituary says. Ashley was a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys and enjoyed watching Nascar, his memorial says. Ashley is survived by his loving son, Otis Ellison; his mother, Laura L. Fountaine; his father, Brian D. Ashley; his brother, Dan Ashley; his sisters, Heather Ashley and he…
Support Surges For Son Of North Jersey Dad Who Died Of Sepsis At 31 Support Surges For Son Of North Jersey Dad Who Died Of Sepsis At 31
Support Surges For Son Of North Jersey Dad Who Died Of Sepsis At 31 Support is on the rise for the son of a beloved North Jersey dad who died from sepsis at the age of 31. Christopher A. Stein died at Newton Medical Center on Sept. 21, his obituary says. Born in Phoenix, AZ, Stein moved to Sussex County at the age of 16 and had spent the last 11 years in Ogdensburg. Stein was known for his frequent vacations to Arizona and his passion for the Diamondbacks, according to his memorial. Above all, Stein was remembered for the fierce and endless love he had for his young son, Silas. More than $3,100 had been raised as of Thursday on a GoFundMe for Silas’ educ…
Sussex County Native, High Point Regional HS Grad Anthony James Bush Dies, 29 Sussex County Native, High Point Regional HS Grad Anthony James Bush Dies, 29
Sussex County Native, High Point Regional HS Grad Anthony James Bush Dies, 29 Sussex County native and High Point Regional High School graduate Anthony James Bush died at his home in Wantage on June 6. He was 29. Born in Jersey City, Bush grew up in Wantage and participated in the SCARC work program, his obituary says. Bush was known for his love of all things food and going out to eat. His greatest love, however, was his family, according to his memorial, which is flooded with condolences from the many individuals whose lives he touched over the years. “It was my honor to be Anthony’s aide for 3 years,” writes Mary Thompson. “We were a force as a team! There are s…
Sussex County Native Nikki Dean Dies, 22 Sussex County Native Nikki Dean Dies, 22
Sussex County Native Nikki Dean Dies, 22 The Sussex County community is mourning the death of Nicole L. Dean, who died Sept. 25 at the age of 22. Born in Nicole, Dean grew up in Vernon and graduated from Vernon High School, her obituary says. In addition to having a “very loving and happy soul,” Nicole was known for her love of the outdoors and had spent much of her time hiking the Appalachian Trail, according to her obituary. She was getting ready to study optometry in North Carolina, where she lived at the time of her death, her obituary says. Dean is predeceased by her mother, Maria Dean. She is survived by her father, Jonat…
Sussex County Mom Diana Nutter Dies, 34 Sussex County Mom Diana Nutter Dies, 34
Sussex County Mom Diana Nutter Dies, 34 Longtime Sussex County resident Diana M. Nutter died Friday, June 26. She was 34 years old. Diana served in the U.S. Army after graduating from Vernon Township High School, her obituary says. More than $3,900 had been raised on a GoFundMe in Diana's honor, which says her death was a result of her longtime battle with epilepsy. Diana was predeceased by her father, Robert L. Nutter; and survived by her son, Owen Scott Torppey; her mother, Linda M. Kelly of Vernon; brothers, Michael Kelly, Donald Nutter, Robert Nutter, and Johnathan Kelly of Vernon; and her sister, Patricia Kelly. A memorial…
Mountain Creek Pool Technician Justin Lazier, 32, Was 'Never Without A Smile' Mountain Creek Pool Technician Justin Lazier, 32, Was 'Never Without A Smile'
Mountain Creek Pool Technician Justin Lazier, 32, Was 'Never Without A Smile' Justin K. Lazier of Vernon died unexpectedly on Monday, July 15 at St. Anthony’s Community Hospital in Warwick, N.Y. He was 32 years old. A Newton native, Justin graduated from Vernon High School and was a pool technician for Mountain Creek Resort in Vernon, his obituary says. He loved being outdoors, particularly in the snow, and was remembered for his positivity. "He had a heart of gold and I never saw him without a smile," Karen Robinson Lynch‎ wrote on his Facebook wall. "We loved working with him and consider ourselves blessed to have known him." Justin's brother Tyler said…