Obituaries in North Bergen, NJ

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Stelio Carcich, a man whose life was a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the joy of a life well-lived, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, in North Bergen, New Jersey. Born on July 10, 1950, in the picturesque island of Unije, Croatia, Stelio's journey was one marked by fait...

Justa Hildelisa Barcelo, of Park Ridge, New Jersey died peacefully in her sleep on December 29, 2025 at the age of 97. Justa, known to many as Hildelisa, was born on May 28, 1928 in the tropical town of Madruga, a suburb of Havana, Cuba. Justa dedicated her life to raising children and caring f...

John Picone, a devoted family man, respected entrepreneur, and Korean War veteran, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the age of 94.Born in New Jersey during the Great Depression, John learned the values of resilience and hard work early in life. Despite a modest upbringing with his par...

​Helen May Abrigo, a dedicated professional and the cherished heart of her family, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at Englewood Hospital in Englewood, New Jersey. She was 64 years old.​Born on May 30, 1961, in Manila, Philippines, Helen was the daughter of Celedonio Abrigo and Emilia Ab...

Maria C. Fontana, known affectionately as Cecilia to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on November 22, 1942, in the warm and vibrant town of Samana, Dominican Republic, Cecilia's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and spirited joy that ...

Robert William SmithA lifelong resident of North Bergen, Bob left this earthly realm at the age of 94 on December 6th, 2025. He leaves behind his wonderful, loving wife of 72 years, Elaine, along with two children Denise and Edward, a daughter-in-law, Noelle, and two grandchildren Edward Jr. and Ch...

In Loving Memory of Stephen J. Magnus Stephen J. Magnus, a cherished longtime resident of Berkeley Heights and North Bergen, New Jersey, passed away on November 30, 2025, at the age of 80. He was surrounded by the love of his family.Born on April 25, 1945, in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Stephen...

She worked for many years as a cashier at Pathmark where she was known for her dedication and friendly presence. Above all else Joann loved her children and grandchildren dearly and her family was the center of her life. She is survived by her granddaughter and adopted daughter Ava Kempf her grandso...

Born on October 16 1951 in Plainfield New Jersey Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Frank Sheer and Eleanor Sheer ne Schildbach. She grew up in Jersey City where she attended Snyder High School later moved to Cliffside Park and eventually made her way back to Jersey City where she remained f...

Liberata Zekic 79 of Fairview was born in Susak Croatia on July 3 1946 and passed away on January 21 2026. She settled in Hoboken NJ in 1964 before moving to Fairview NJ in 1977. Beloved and cherished wife of 59 years to Nado Zekic. Devoted mother to daughters Rosanna Denise and Diane. Beloved mo...

Barbara C. Leonowicz affectionately known to many as "Bubbles" passed away peacefully on Monday December 29 2025 at 545 PM. She was 79. Born on March 23 1946 in Jersey City NJ at Margaret Hague Maternity Hospital Barbara was the cherished only child of Stella C. Wilson ne Trembinska and James F. Wil...