Obituaries

Nov 30, 2018

Thomas J. Skarzynski, (Skeets), 51, of Sayreville, NJ, passed away suddenly, November 30th, 2018. A long time resident of Sayreville and South Amboy, Thomas enjoyed spending time watching his favorite football team the Washington, Redskins. He also enjoyed watching baseball and basketball when he wasn't rooting for his favorite football team.

Thomas is predeceased by his mother Dorothy Skarzynski...

Nov 28, 2018

Rita Beers, (Patrick) passed away peacefully on November 28th, surrounded by her family following a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.  Born in Nutley, Rita was a resident of Sayreville, NJ.

Rita was employed as the business manager of the Brynwood Gardens apartment complex in Old Bridge NJ for over 30 years.  She was a devoted wife, mother...

Nov 19, 2018

Katherine Hyer (nee Deliman), 68, of South Amboy passed away November 19, 2018 in South Amboy, NJ. Born and raised in South Amboy, where she attended St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church and a graduate from H. G. Hoffman High School. Katherine worked as a housekeeper and enjoyed shopping and spending time with her family.

She is predeceased...

Nov 10, 2018

Raphael Ponce-Alers, 71, of Perth Amboy, NJ, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, November 10th, 2018.

Receive our prayers, dear Lord, For those who have none To pray for them. They departed this life Without loved ones To mourn their going. We implore You to stretch forth Your paternal arms To those forgotten ones, And...

Oct 31, 2018

Catherine Robinson, 81, of Perth Amboy, NJ, passed away peacefully at her home, October 31st, 2018.

Receive our prayers, dear Lord, For those who have none To pray for them. They departed this life Without loved ones To mourn their going. We implore You to stretch forth Your paternal arms To those forgotten ones, And bring them...

Sep 11, 2018

Thomas Sprague, 73, of Hamilton, passed away peacefully at Robert Wood Johnson Hamilton with his family at his side. Born in Hazelton, PA in 1945 to William Jr. and Miriam (Eardley) Sprague, he lived in NJ most of his life. Before retirement Thomas worked as a mechanic for Hamilton Twp. Board of Education. Thomas had a passion for Golf and...

Jun 20, 2018

Christopher Pinkerton, 58, of Parlin, NJ, Passed away suddenly at the Raritan Bay Hospital, Perth Amboy, NJ on Wednesday, June 20th, 2018. Christopher was a United State Army Veteran serving 8 years of active duty during peacetime. He was a lover of sports but a true fan of the New York Yankees. Christopher loved relaxing at home with his...

Jun 20, 2018

Gilbert J. Quinn, 83, of Edison, NJ, passed away peacefully at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ, Tuesday, June 20th, 2018 with his dear family by his side. Gilbert was a Veteran of the United States Navy, serving his term during the Korean War. He worked most of his life for the Wakefern Corporation as...

Jun 8, 2018

Gerald Shirm, 56, of Highland Park, NJ, passed away peacefully, Friday, June 8th, at his home in Highland Park.

Receive our prayers, dear Lord, For those who have none To pray for them. They departed this life Without loved ones To mourn their going. We implore You to stretch forth Your paternal arms To those forgotten ones, And...

Jun 5, 2018

Charles A. Damm, 77, of Dimock, PA, passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at Regional Hospital in Scranton, PA.  He was born on February 26, 1941 in Newark, NJ to the late Charles A. and Edna (Smith) Damm.  He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Frances L. (Russillo) Damm.

Charles is also survived by...

Jun 2, 2018

Quang Pham, 73, of Perth Amboy, NJ, passed away peacefully at the Amboy Rehabilition Center on June 2, 2018. Burial will be held at the Mt. Prospect Cemetery, Heck Ave, Neptune, NJ on Tuesday, June 12 at 1:30 PM. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Raritan Bay Funeral Service, 241 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879.

May 9, 2018

Rita Lowe-Skaltsakos, 67, of Atlantic City, NJ,  went home to be with the Lord on May 9th, 2018. Rita leaves behind her dear son Gus and his wife Cynthia Lowe of Edison, NJ. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Raritan Bay Funeral Service, 241 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879. Cremation is private.

Apr 8, 2018

Terry Colyer, 71, died April 8th, 2018 at his home in Keansburg, NJ. Born July 15th, 1946 in Derry Township, Mifflin City, PA, he grew up in McVeytown, PA and was an active member of the Strodes Mills Baptist Church in McVeytown. Terry Joined the US Navy in 1963 where he served 4 years of duty before settling in...

Mar 13, 2018

Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Raritan Bay Funeral Service, 241 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879. Cremation is private.

Feb 9, 2018

Julie Mae Stanley, 45, born in Manchester, Jamaica in 1972, passed away February 9th, 2018, at the Robert Wood Johnson Community Medical Center, New Brunswick, New Jersey, with her loving family by her side. Julie was the Assistant Vice President of the CSFB, New York; a volunteer and Executive Director of the CTIP & ASIB. She was also the...

Jan 19, 2018

Funeral services are under the direction of Raritan Bay Funeral Service, 241 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879. Cremation is Private.

Jan 18, 2018

William F. Doran Sr., 69, of Hazlet, New Jersey, passed away suddenly, Jan 18th, 2018 at the Bayshore Community Hospital, Holmdel, NJ. William loved spending time with his family and also enjoyed listening to his favorite band, The Greatful Dead. In life he worked as a Pipe Fitter for a local Iron Workers Union.

William is survived...

Jan 1, 2018

John F. Benes (Jack) 74, of Cranford, N.J., passed away January 1, 2018 at the Robert Wood Johnson University Medical Center, New Brunswick, with his loving family by his side. John was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, working security for the Air Force during the Cuban Crisis. He enjoyed many things in life like rooting for his...

Dec 15, 2017

Jesus D. Valerio-Polanco, 22 weeks, past away peacefully, Friday, December 15, 2017, at the Robert Wood Johnson Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ, with his mother and father by his side.

Friends and Family are invited, Wednesday, December 20th, 2017, from 5 - 7 PM to Guardian Trade Service, LLC. 241 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy, NJ. Cremation will...

Nov 21, 2017

Mary Margaret Brower, 64, of Old Bridge, NJ, passed away peacefully at home, with her loving family by her side. Mary was a councilor for the Rahway State Prison most of her life and was also a Born Again Christian. Mary loved surrounding herself with her family and friends.

Mary leaves behind three children, Richard Garrabrant, Jamie...