Laura Michelle Dickson
, New Jersey
Laura Michelle Dickson Paterson New Jersey NJ Passaic
Carole A. Stell
, New Jersey
Stell Carole A. nee Woloszynek age 81 of Clifton at rest in Paterson on August 2 2026. Loving mother of Lori Hillas and her husband Thomas Domenic Stell Jerry Stell and his wife Jennifer and the late Louis L. Stell Jr. 2024. Devoted grandmother of Shawn Hillas and his wife Danielle Brian Hillas Thomas Hillas Jr. and his wife Vanessa Brenden Stell and Alexandra Stell. Dear great grandmother of Thomas Hillas III and Harleigh Hillas. Born in Paterson she lived in Paterson for most of her life before moving to Clifton. Carole was a Supervisor for the Food Services Department at St. Josephs Hospital Paterson for 25 years before retiring. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at the Festa Memorial Funeral Home 111 Union Blvd Totowa on Wednesday from 930 AM 1030 AM with a catholic prayer service at 1030 AM. Interment to follow at Holy Cross…
Elba Vargas
, New Jersey
Elba nee Soto Vargas 75 of Paterson NJ passed away Friday August 14 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Elba was born in Arecibo Puerto Rico. She lived in Brooklyn NY for serval years before coming to live in Paterson New Jersey. She was a matron and loving mom to her 3 children. She loved to cook for her children and her nieces nephews. Elba is survived by her husband Luis Vargas their three children Angel Vargas and his wife Alba of Paterson NJ Jaida Vargas and her companion Felix Ortiz of Brooklyn NY and Harry Vargas and his companion Janeira Reyes of Paterson NJ and her 10 siblings. She has 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 900 am 1100 on Wednesday August 19 2026 at BizubParker Funeral Home 47 Main St. Little Falls. A prayer will take place at 1100 am followed…
Jane Homcy
, New Jersey
August 12, 2026
Jane Homcy 67 of Woodland Park New Jersey passed away on August 13 2026 in Wayne. She was born on July 6 1959 in Passaic New Jersey and lived a life marked by love kindness and gentleness that touched all who knew her. Jane was the beloved mother of her son Tyler Merenda and the cherished daughter of Elaine nee Andrusin Homcy and the late George J. Homcy Jr. She was the dear sister of Alan Homcy and Paul Homcy and his wife April and was predeceased by her sister Jill Homcy. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews who will remember her with affection and gratitude for the warmth and care she shared so freely throughout her life. A lifelong resident of the area Jane attended the Woodland Park elementary schools and later graduated from Passaic Valley High School in Little Falls New Jersey in 1977. She…
Loretta Gnade
, New Jersey
July 30, 2026
Loretta M. Gnade lovingly known by many as Aunt Loretta passed away on July 31 2026 at the age of 90. Born on October 29 1935 in Cedar Grove New Jersey she lived a life marked by faith devotion and quiet strength and she will be remembered as a loving generous and faithfilled woman whose presence brought comfort and grace to those around her. Loretta was a devoted Christian whose life reflected the values she held dear. She was a member of the Second Reformed Church formerly of Little Falls where her faith was a guiding light throughout her life. She found joy in serving others and in being part of her church community and her steady spirit and kind heart left a lasting impression on all who knew her. Her life was a testimony to the beauty of simple faith lived out with sincerity and love. Loretta worked as…
Lois Shea
, New Jersey
Lois A. Shea passed away peacefully at home in Clifton New Jersey on August 1 2026 at the age of 92. Born on December 20 1933 in Passaic New Jersey she lived a life marked by faith devotion humility and steadfast love for her family and all who were blessed to know her. Lois was a Christian woman whose life reflected the grace and strength of her beliefs. She carried herself with quiet dignity and a generous spirit always seeking to serve others with compassion and care. Those who knew her best will remember her as loving selfless and courageous a woman who met lifes joys and sorrows with unwavering faith and a gentle heart. Her presence brought comfort her words brought encouragement and her example left a lasting impression on everyone around her. A proud graduate of Pope Pius XII High School in Passaic New Jersey Class of 1951…
Jr. Frederick Wojcik
, New Jersey
July 29, 2026
Frederick A. Wojcik Jr. known to family and friends as Freddy passed away on July 30 2026 at the age of 74. Born on November 10 1951 in Passaic New Jersey Freddy was a lifelong resident of Clifton and a man who remained deeply connected to the community in which he was raised. He was the beloved husband of Mariann nee Streili Wojcik and was known throughout his life as a friendly and steady presence to those who knew him. His warm manner and easygoing nature left a lasting impression on family friends neighbors and coworkers alike. Freddy was a 1971 graduate of Clifton High School where he began building the friendships and interests that would remain important to him throughout his life. In his youth he played baseball in the Clifton Babe Ruth League on the team sponsored by Kearfott Co. an experience that reflected both his love of…
Nicholas Kartanos
, New Jersey
Nicholas P. Kartanos completed his lifes journey and answered Gods call on Tuesday August 11 2026. Born in the Bronx on July 4 1949 to Peter and Grace nee DePaulo Kartanos. Nick and his parents moved to Clifton in 1957 where he attended Clifton School Fourteen and Woodrow Wilson through eighth grade. The family moved to Wayne in 1962 and Nick continued his education in the Wayne school system until his graduation from Wayne Valley High School in 1967. Nick furthered his education by attending Westminster College in Pennsylvania from 19671969 majoring in premed. He did however change his course of studies by transferring to Fairleigh Dickinson University in Rutherford and graduating in January 1972 with a BS Degree in Business Management and Accounting. While working at his fathers business Atlas Machine and Tool Corp. in Rutherford Nick attended N.J.I.T. in Newark in the evenings to acquire his Associate Degree…
Harriet Luchko
, New Jersey
Harriet A. Luchko 94 of Clifton New Jersey passed away peacefully on July 20 2026 leaving behind a family and countless friends whose lives were brighter because of her. Born on October 31 1931 in Passaic New Jersey Harriet was the daughter of the late Helen and Chester Percevich. She grew up in Garfield where her boisterous personality was impossible to miss. A proud Garfield High School cheerleader Boom Chicka Boom she brought spirit energy and enthusiasm to everything she did a trademark that stayed with her throughout her life. Harriet met the love of her life Raymond Luchko at Polish Home in Passaic and after they married in 1955 they made Clifton their home. Together they built a life centered on family laughter and lasting friendships. In recent years Harriet enjoyed living at Four Seasons on Valley Road where she continued to make friends wherever she went. She also…
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