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Toni Kazeleski (Nemes)

January 13, 2020, 7:38 am
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Manville

Passed away peacefully on January 11, 2020 with her family surrounding her with love.

She is predeceased by her parents Andrew and Helen Nemes, brothers and sisters and most recently her son, Glenn.  She is survived by her husband Frank of 58 years, her devoted daughter Jill Weikel and the loves of her life, grandsons Randy and Jerry Weikel and her dog, Bear.  She also will be sadly missed by Nancy, a dear friend (who considered her as another mother).

Toni worked 35 years at Foothill Acres Nursing Home before retiring.  She bowled on women's leagues for many years and enjoyed playing pinochle with her sisters and mother every Friday.  Toni loved her family with every breath she had and will be missed so very much.

Services will be private.

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Shirley Krawz

January 14, 2020, 1:30 pm
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Somerville

Shirley Krawz, who was born in Somerville and grew up on a farm in Bridgewater, passed away at home on January 12 at the age of 89. She was predeceased by her husband Edward C. Krawz. Surviving are a brother William Keller and a sister-in-law Jean Keller, four children Edward Krawz, his wife Carol, Connie Krawz, Sandy Stephens and John Krawz, 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Mrs. Krawz retired from Baker & Taylor in Somerville after many years. She was an avid reader and loved spending time with her family. Visiting will begin at 9:00am on Saturday, January 18, concluding with a Funeral Service at 10:30am at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Interment to follow at New Cemetery, Somerville. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Somerville Rescue Squad or American Heart Association.
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Albert Joseph Macchi Jr.

January 20, 2020, 12:22 pm
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Albert Joseph Macchi, Jr of Palmyra, Virginia, died Friday, January 17, 2020, after a short battle with cancer. 

Born in Somerville, New Jersey, on June 5, 1951, Albert was the son of Albert and Ann Macchi.

Al started his career in the construction business, but as he became more aware of various health practices, he began to explore the healing power of yoga, eventually getting his teacher certification at the Sivananda Yoga Ashram in the Bahamas. He was the guiding force of the Body Balance Center, a yoga studio in Pottersville, NJ. Al took yoga to a new level – he was devoted to his practice and was the North Star to many of his students helping them to find their strength and confidence in yoga. After 66 years of living in New Jersey, Albert and his wife Lisa moved to Lake Monticello in Virginia and began a new journey. Al spent many beautiful days sitting on his deck enjoying the tranquil views of the lake with his four dogs. 

Al had a wonderful life with his wife, Lisa, daughter Amanda, son-in-law Robert and his new grandson Sam. He leaves behind his two sisters, Elizabeth Malloy and Marian Thompson, his brother-in-law Donald Thompson, nieces Katharine Thompson(Taylor Frank), and Leslie Thompson (Micheal Strauss), nephews Paul Malloy and John Malloy and his aunt, Jean Lucas. He was known for his kind soul and his gentle spirit. He listened carefully and responded with care. He will be missed by all. 

A time of visitation and reflection will be held from 5-8 pm on Thursday, January 23rd at Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave in Somerville, NJ and there will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, January 24th at 11 am at the Immaculate Conception Church at 35 Mountain Ave in Somerville NJ. 

​In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Eleventh Hour Dog Rescue (www.ehrdogs.org).
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​Philip A. Esposito

January 20, 2020, 12:25 pm
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Bridgewater

Philip A. Esposito, 60, died January 19 at RWJ at Somerset in Somerville. He was born in Hackensack and resided in Scotch Pains and Union before moving to Bridgewater in 1995.

Mr. Esposito was employed as a Program Manager for AT&T, Bedminster, retiring in 2000
after 16 years with the company. A graduate of Montclair State University and a member of St. Bernard Church, Bridgewater, Mr. Esposito was a 100% Dallas Cowboy fan and was known affectionately by his colleagues at AT&T as "Philly Cheese Steak", so why would a young man who grew up in Bergen County, close to Meadowlands (Giants) and known as "Philly Cheese Steak, (Eagles) be a Cowboys Fan, only those who knew him well and will miss him forever, know.  

Surviving are his devoted wife of 31 years Marilyn, his brothers John (wife Ann),Charles and Michael Esposito and his sisters Eleanor Persival (husband David),Elizabeth Raleigh (husband Christopher) and AnnMarie Ritchie (husband Michael) and a brother-in-law Charles Kuboosh. His brother Robert Esposito predeceased him.

Visiting hours from 5pm-9pm on Wednesday, January 22, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10am on Thursday, January 23, at the St. Bernard Church, 500 Route 22 (Eastbound Lane), Bridgewater. Interment to follow at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater.

Memorial donations may be made in Philip's memory to American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA) by calling 800-886-2282 or to St. Bernard Church.

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Joyce Ann Walker

January 26, 2020, 10:44 am
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Bridgewater

Joyce Walker, 84, passed away peacefully on Friday January 24th surrounded by those who loved her the most. She was born in Somerville on August 3rd 1935.  Joyce spent her whole life helping those in need. She worked at the VA Hospital in Lyons as a nurses aide helping the veterans for over 40 years and then retired to help out the community. She has helped out with the Brahma House which is a non profit youth center across the street from her residence. Joyce has organized countless organizations to send care packages to troops all over the country over the past 15 years. The organization that she was most proud of was the Michael Sunder Project which was named after her son who passed away.  Within this project, she has sent thousands of packages to those who need it the most.

Joyce was also an active member of the Holy Trinity Church Altar Rosary Society and attended church every week there. When she was not helping out the veterans or praying for them, she was involved with a club she adored called UNICO from the Raritan Valley Chapter in which she was a past president. This club meant the world to her and she received the UNICO National Americanism Award that was presented to her in Arizona. In the most recent years, Joyce has been awarded the Somerset County’s Woman of the Year and the Hometown Hero Award. Joyce was everyone’s hero and she will be truly and deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is predeceased by her husband Rick, three sons James, Joseph and Michael Sunder. She is survived by her grand daughter Courtney Sunder and great grand daughter Mia Grace Torres.

Visitation from 2-4pm & 7-9pm on Tuesday, January 28 at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10am on Wednesday, January 29 at the Holy Trinity Church, 60 Maple St., Bridgewater. Interment to follow at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater.

​In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Michael Sunder Project, 56 Brahma Ave., Bridgewater, NJ 08807
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Shirley A. Markey

February 1, 2020, 6:22 am
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Shirley A. Markey, 82, of North Plainfield, NJ passed away on January 30, 2020, with her husband of 65 years, James Markey, by her side.  She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, James, her children, James, Jr. (Judy), Patrick (Eileen), Robert, Sharon, Shirley (Scott) Avellino, Brian (Jaime), Keith (Karen), Joseph (Aimee), 19 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, her sisters, Joyce Birolin and Carol Betances and many nieces and nephews. 
She is predeceased by her parents, Harry and Edith Schultz, her sisters, Mildred, Margaret, Doris, Elaine and Dorothy and her cherished son, Kevin.  

Shirley enjoyed nothing more than to be surrounded by her family and friends and she touched the heart of everyone she met.
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Visiting hours are from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Monday February 3 at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4, at the Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ.  Interment will follow at Saint Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia, NJ.
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Roberta (Bobbie) Cornyn

February 18, 2020, 8:07 am
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Roberta (Bobbie) Cornyn, nee Crane, 80, entered into eternal life on February 16, 2020.
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A woman of deep and persistent faith, Bobbie spent her life in joyful service as a devoted wife, mom, grandmother, and educator. She especially loved her role as Nana for the past 23 years. Her grandchildren will always treasure sleep-overs, Disney trips and cruises, movies, pizza dinners, epic Easter egg hunts and egg wars, hand-sewn Halloween costumes, Christmas card pictures, handmade rosaries, cards just to say "hi", button-sewing lessons before college, and Nana learning to text and finding them on Facebook.
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Bobbie treasured her time with her family and friends. She loved making beautiful jewelry and rosaries. She enjoyed listening to music- especially anything Irish or from the 50's and watching basketball, NCIS, Jeopardy, and Hallmark movies. She made every holiday special and fun, most especially, Christmas.

A born teacher, Bobbie was committed to working tirelessly in, and advocating for, Catholic Education. While serving as Sister Kevin in the Congregation of the Daughters of Divine Charity, Bobbie taught in schools in New York City and Staten Island while earning her education degree from Seton Hall University. Her call to family life began with her marriage to her sweetheart, John, on June 17, 1967.

After the birth of her two daughters and a move to New Jersey, Bobbie resumed her teaching career, serving as a teacher and/or Principal in Immaculate Conception School in Somerville, Sacred Heart School in Manville, and St. Mary's/St. Joseph's and Holy Family School in Bound Brook. Her students always held a special place in her heart and she would do anything she could to support them. She was recognized as a Distinguished Leader by the Diocese of Metuchen in 1992 and earned her Master's Degree with highest honors from Fordham in May 1996.

She is survived by her loving and grateful family- John, her husband of 52 years; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Bill Formisano; daughter, Allison Cornyn; her adored grandchildren, Liam, Evan, Aidan, and Colin Formisano and Lucy and Kevin Cornyn, and four dear nieces. Bobbie was predeceased by her beloved brother and sister-in-law, Allan and Joan Crane.

Viewing is Friday, February 21st at Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville from 4-7pm. Mass of Christian Burial is 9:30am Saturday at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Ave., Somerville. Interment to follow at St. Bernard's Cemetary, Bridgewater.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Bobbie's name to Immaculate Conception School, 41 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ 08876 to support tuition assistance.
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Bernadette  Bruce

February 27, 2020, 12:51 pm
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Martinsville (Bridgewater)

Bernadette (McPhail) Bruce, 86, wife of the late George A. Bruce and mother of the late Michael A. Bruce, died February 26. Mrs. Bruce was born in the County of Fermanagh, Ireland and came to the US in 1959. She resided in Martinsville (Bridgewater) since 1966 and was a faithful  member of the Blessed Sacrament Church there. Surviving are her daughters Carolyn Costantin, Deirdre Burker and Geraldine Bruce, her granddaughters Katie, Sarah and Kelsey and her siblings Thomas, Seamus, Peter, Mary and Margaret and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours from 4pm-7pm on Sunday, March 1, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10am on Monday, March 2, at the Blessed Sacrament Church, 1890 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville. Interment to follow at Our Lady of the Mountain Cemetery, Long Valley. Memorial donations may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation, P.O. Box 5014, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5014
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Hugo J. Razzano

March 3, 2020, 11:54 am
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Age 101
Brick

Hugo J. Razzano, affectionately know as "Ozzie", died March 2. Mr. Razzano was the husband of the late Pauline Razzano and father of the late Florence (Razzano) Marotta. Born in Bound Brook, he resided in Somerville for over 60 years before moving to Brick, NJ 30 years ago. He was licensed by the State of New Jersey as an Electrical Contractor, a licensed he kept for over 70 years, working throughout Somerset County. He was also a General Contractor building and supervising homes throughout the county as well. An Army Veteran of WW II, Cpl. Razzano, of the First Army Infantry,  was captured as a Prisoner of War (POW) by the German Army in 1942 and finally released as the war ended in 1945. He was a member of the American Legion Post in Brick and the VFW Post in Manville and a former member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville

For those who didn't have the pleasure of meeting "Ozzie" you missed out of knowing one of the best characters of the Somerville, Bridgewater and Raritan area. Whether he was cooking, fishing or catching crabs then sharing those epicurean delicacies with family, friends or whoever stopped by or whoever he visited, you could count on endless stories and remembrances of years gone by. Those lovable traits were also displayed while living in Brick. We who knew him will miss him dearly.

Surviving are his wife of 47 years Margaret M. Razzano, his son Dennis and his wife Linda, two grandsons Jared and Justin, his wife Rita and a great granddaughter Ava. Visiting hours 4pm-8pm on Thursday, March 5, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30am Friday, March 6, at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville, Interment to follow at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater. Memorial donations may be made in Ozzie's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908
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Frank McArdle

March 4, 2020, 3:09 pm
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Frank McArdle, 78, of Somerville, died March 3, 2020 after a brief illness.  Frank began his career with the Lehigh Valley Railroad in 1966 and retired from New Jersey Transit as a claims director in 2010.

Frank was a longtime resident of North Plainfield where he served as Police Commissioner, Borough Council President and Mayor.  He was also Chairman of the Legislative Committee of the Green Brook Flood Control Commission, Democratic State Committeeman and a Trustee of the Fleetwood Camera Museum.  Frank was devoted to public service and making a difference in his community.
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He is survived by his children, Jennifer and Tony Izzo and John McArdle; their mother Margaret McArdle; his grandchildren Nicole, Amanda and Kaitlyn Izzo, and Sean, Sarah and William McArdle, and his partner, Janice Gould.
Funeral services are private. Memorial donations may be made to the Fleetwood Museum of North Plainfield.
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Donald “Don” Stewart Fraser III

March 12, 2020, 7:42 am
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Donald Stewart Fraser, III passed away suddenly on Friday, March 6, 2020.  Don resided in Chicago, IL.  Don was born in Teaneck, NJ on October 11, 1964 to Donald S. Fraser, Jr and Marilyn Hess Fraser. 
Don was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Fraser and his sister, Laurie Polaski.  Surviving are his father, Donald Fraser in Holly Ridge, NC and sisters, Karen Nixon and her husband, Randy Nixon in Ashburn, VA, Linda Martin and her husband Dante Martin in Sneads Ferry, NC.  Also surviving are 8 nieces and nephews, Kathryn Polaski, Michael Polaski, Andrew Nixon, Ryan Nixon, Meghan Nixon, Harrison Martin, Jacob Martin and Marilyn Martin. 

Don graduated with a B.S. in Hotel & Restaurant Management from Purdue University and was in the hospitality industry for over 30 years.  Don moved from New York, NY to Chicago, IL last summer to begin a new position as Senior VP of Operations with First Hospitality.  Prior to this position, Don served as the Managing Director of the Park Central and WestHouse Hotel for Highgate Hotels. Before that endeavor, he worked at Interstate Hotels as the Corporate Director of Operations and at Denihan Hospitality Group as a General Manager. Don began his career with Hyatt Hotels as a Corporate Management Trainee and moved up into various other management roles over several years.

Don was always there to lend a hand, whether it was helping his father after his mother’s sudden death, his sister battle cancer or his friends through various life struggles.  Don will always be remembered for his smile and infectious laughter.  Don enjoyed traveling, swimming, circuit training fitness, and spending time with family and friends.  Don was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and friend to all.
 
Services arrangements will take place later this spring. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Multiple Myeloma Foundation at https://themmrf.org/get-involved/donate-to-the-mmrf/
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​Cherylann Morena

March 16, 2020, 4:08 pm
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Bridgewater

Cherylann (Wiecenski) Morena, 58, died March 16 at RWJ University Hospital Somerset in Somerville. A life long resident of Bridgewater, Cherylann was formerly employed in the Accounts Payable Department for Izzi Trucking & Rigging in Edison.

​She was a member of the Holy Trinity Church in Bridgewater. Her son, Dustin, predeceased her. Surviving are her husband Chip, her children Brittany Marie Lane and Jonathan Lane, his wife Lauryn and her grandchildren Robert, Amelya, Chole, Caden and Emily.

Graveside Services will be held at 11am on Thursday, March 19, at St. Bernard Cemetery, Route 28, Bridgewater. 

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Margaret O'Brien

March 18, 2020, 12:00 am
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Margaret O'Brien, 85, wife of the late Charles O'Brien, died March 17. Born in Scotland, Mrs. O'Brien came to US in 1958 and was a resident of Somerville most of her life. She was a Manager for Woolworths at the Somerville Circle. She enjoyed Bingo at the area churches and the Somerville Elks with her many friends. Surviving are a daughter Lisa O'Brien-Davis, a sister Maria Manville and 6 siblings in Scotland along with many nieces and nephews. Graveside Services will be held 11am on Friday, March 20, at the Immaculate Conception Cemetery, union Ave., Somerville.
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Jeannette (Beres) Berkuta

March 21, 2020, 2:41 pm
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Somerset

Jeannette (Beres) Berkuta,79, died March 20. Jeannette was born in New Brunswick and resided in Somerset since 1961. Mrs. Berkuta was the Administrative Assistant to the VP of Sales at Harry Strauss & Sons, New Brunswick for many years. A 1958 graduate of St. Peter's High School, New Brunswick and a member of St. Matthias Church, Somerset, She enjoyed vacationing in Maine and LBI during the summer. Surviving are her husband Peter, her daughters Alanna Berkuta-Regan, her husband Kevin, Lori Berkuta-Heller, her husband Robert and Christine Berkuta, her husband Ralph Nalepka, a brother Gregory Beres, his wife Diane and a nephew Jason and niece Kristen and of course her faithful dog, Sadie. A Celebration of Jeannette's Life will be announced by her family at a later date. If you wish to make memorial donations in her memory, please consider Franklin Township Animal Shelter or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Huguette “Gui” Dorsey

March 29, 2020, 1:57 pm
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Huguette “Gui” Dorsey, age 94, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2020 at RWJ University Hospital Somerset after complications from COVID-19. It was the 14th anniversary of her husband’s death. She was born in Magog, Québec, Canada on December 9, 1925 to Eugéne and Rose (Sabourin) Guilbert. Gui and her family immigrated to the United States and moved to Bound Brook, NJ when she was three. She graduated from Somerville High School and attended Rutgers University, where she met her husband, Robert L Dorsey Jr. She worked for nine years as a legal secretary before moving to Puerto Rico, where they started their family. They moved back to Somerville, NJ and had six other children.

Gui was an active volunteer at Immaculate Conception Church and the school library. She coached several championship-winning, junior high girls basketball teams. She liked animals, the color forest green, listening to classical music and watching the Yankees. Gui had an adventurous spirit and a very kind heart. Above all else, she was devoted to God, her husband and her children. 

She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings; Charles, Marie and Romeo, husband Robert and their son Richard. She is survived by children Robert E. (Bonnie), James (Joyce), William (Stacey), Gregory, Cynthia and Louise. Her grandchildren include Monique (Kevin) Nenstiel, Christi, Megan, Ariel, Thomas and Ciara. She is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Madison and Kaitlyn Nenstiel, sister-in-law Johanna Guilbert, nephew George (Harriet) Moran and many cousins, neighbors and friends. 

Private burial on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 with memorial mass at a later time.

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Joseph Michael Monahan

March 31, 2020, 4:44 am
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Joseph Michael Monahan, 73, passed away very suddenly at Robert Wood Johnson hospital in New Brunswick on March 26, 2020, due to cardiogenic shock caused by a pulmonary embolism.

Joe was born on August 3, 1946, in Camden, NJ.  He grew up in Haddon Heights, NJ and was the oldest of four children.  Throughout his early life, he enjoyed playing baseball, hunting, fishing, spending time with his dogs as part of the South Jersey Beagle Club, and spending time with his family at their shore house in Avalon, NJ.  Later, as an adult, he shared the values with his own children that had been so important to his family: being kind, loving, family-focused, hard-working, and grateful, as well as being a good Catholic and incorporating prayer and the love of God into daily life.   
After graduating from Gloucester Catholic High School, Joe proudly joined the United States Navy and served his country during the Vietnam War (from 1966-1969) as a Fire Control Technician on the destroyer USS Basilone.  Joe treasured his time in the Navy and loved being out at sea.  After his time in the Navy ended, he loved taking his boat, “The Irish Rover,” out fishing down the shore.

Joe graduated from The College of New Jersey with a B.A. in Business Administration.  He went on to obtain a job in management at Bell Atlantic and worked there through its merger with Verizon.  He was with the phone company for 32 years and was a Manager in Network Operations at the time of his retirement in 2003.
 Joe had married the love of his life, Susan, on May 12, 1979.  They had two children, Courtney and Jeff, and lived in Hillsborough, NJ for almost 40 years.  He was adored by his family and friends and was exceptionally kind, supportive, generous, and loyal.  He was a very talented singer with a beautiful voice who was always at his happiest when he was singing.  He sang Lead for over 30 years in several Barbershop Harmony choruses: The Deans of Harmony, The Brothers in Harmony, and the Hunterdon Harmonizers.  He also sang in a quartet for several years, called “The Firm.”  More recently, he also loved singing as part of the church choir at his parish Mary, Mother of God, in Hillsborough.  

Joe spent a great deal of time cheering on his son, Jeff, a Somerset County Special Olympian, at his many sports practices and games.  He also worked part-time during his retirement at Lowe’s in Flemington, NJ and enjoyed friendships that he made there with his coworkers.  He was a Phillies fan and dearly loved his many pets over the years.     

Joe was predeceased by his beloved parents, Louis Monahan and Catherine Monahan (Powers), as well as his beloved wife, Susan Monahan (Messinger), of 36 years.  He is survived by his daughter Courtney Monahan (and son-in-law Robert Rose) and his son Jeffrey Monahan.  He is also survived by his sister Eileen Wian (Carl), brother James (Judy), and sister Katherine Bradbury (Lester).  Joe will also forever be remembered and missed by his numerous nieces, nephews and extended family as well as his cherished friends the McKeowns and many other dear friends.   

Due to COVID-19 and the National and State-wide regulations, the funeral services for Joe are being limited to immediate family only.  A graveside service will be officiated by Joe’s friend, Father Sean Broderick, at noon on Tuesday, March 31, 2020.  When restrictions are lifted, a memorial service will be held for all friends and family to honor and celebrate the life of this extraordinary man.  
 In lieu of flowers, please kindly consider making a donation to Harmony Foundation International, which supports the Barbershop Harmony Society’s programs that Joe loved so dearly.  Please visit them at https://www.harmonyfoundation.org/memorial-giving
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Frank L. Negrete

April 1, 2020, 8:23 pm
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Frank L. Negrete was born in Somerville, NJ January 4, 1961.

Preceded in death by his parents. Frank L. Negrete and Janice Lake Cromen.

He leaves behind  his loving wife, Bobbie Case-Negrete. 

Frank also leave behind his sisters Mona Negrete, Lori Negrete, Eileen Kenney, Joanne Swan, Sherry Kinney, and Jeanne Kinney, and numerous Nieces and Nephews.

Frank is also survived by his sister-in-laws Connie Murray, Bette Overk, Pam Stenger, Helen Case, Kathy Case, Brother-in-laws  Richard Case and Bill Kasvage.

Frank was employed at Ortho Clinical Diagnostic as an operator and loved his job.

Frank loved his Country and Served in the Navy for five years.  He was a member of the American Legion, POST 12 in Somerville, the Eagles (FOE) in Bridgewater, and the Moose in Bound Brook.

His Love of animals was incomparable.  He will be sadly missed by our cat Penny and dog Mickey.

The lost of this great man is beyond words.  He will be in our hearts forever.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the American Legion, Post 12 Union Ave. Somerville NJ 08876

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville in the near future when we can all be together again.
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Shirley A. LaRoss

April 5, 2020, 4:20 am
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Hillsborough

Shirley A. LaRoss, 86, of Hillsborough, New Jersey, entered into eternal life on Friday, April 3, 2020 at home surrounded by her close family. Born in Marion Center, Pennsylvania, she raised her family in Somerville and resided in Hillsborough for the past 21 years. Shirley was predeceased by her loving husband of 19 years, Robert LaRoss. She is survived by her devoted children, son Jim LaRoss, and daughters Patti Mamchur and her husband Don and Lisa Duckworth and her husband Bob, three grandchildren, Ryan LaRoss, Lindsey LaRoss and Sara Mamchur, sisters Dorothy Agostine and Maxine Little, brother Larry Little and many close friends.

A loving mother and homemaker, Shirley enjoyed sewing, decorating, traveling and most importantly, spending time with her beloved family and friends.
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Due to the current unprecedented world events, a Memorial Service will be held for Shirley's relative and friends at a later date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908
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Beverly Ann Marce

April 7, 2020, 11:38 am
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Beverly Ann Marce was born March 9, 1941 in Sayre, Pennsylvania.  She passed away April 6, 2020 at Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Facility in Bridgewater, NJ from the corona virus.  She was 79 years old.

Beverly was the daughter of Andrew and Mary Gavlick and was raised in Somerville, NJ.  She graduated from Somerville High School in 1959 and married the love of her life, Stephen J. Marce on September 16, 1961. The two began their life together in Bound Brook, NJ and in 1963 moved into their own home in Raritan, NJ. She raised her children Shannon and Cherie in this home where her husband still resides. Beverly was the proud Grandma of six grandchildren. She adored her family with all her heart.

Beverly worked for twenty-five years at John F. Kennedy School in Raritan as a cafeteria and playground assistant and loved her job.  When she was well, she enjoyed spending time with her family, singing in her church choir, and being outdoors taking in the sun.

Beverly is survived by her husband of 58 years, Stephen J. Marce, her son Shannon, daughter in law Sheila, her daughter Cherie Gillen, son-in-law Daniel, her two brothers Robert and James Gavlick, and her six grandchildren, Serenity, Blake, Sierra Marce, Luke, Madeline, and Juliet Gillen.

Beverly was a fun loving, wonderful person who had a contagious laugh and a smile that lit up the room.  Her family and friends will miss her immensely.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St Joseph’s Church in Raritan, NJ at a later date to be announced.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia or Shriners Hospitals for Children.

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Frank Joseph Sydlowski

April 14, 2020, 12:06 pm
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Frank Joseph Sydlowski, 80, entered eternal life on Saturday April 11,2020 at Robert Wood Johnson University Medical Center in Somerville from complications of covid-19. The son of the late Frank R and Josephine (Kedziora) Sydlowski, he was born on August 28, 1939 in Bound Brook where he spent his early years.
Frank graduated from Bound Brook High School in 1957 where he was very involved in music.  After high school, he was with several local music groups, where he played for dances, weddings and other events.
On July 21, 1962 Frank married the love of his life, Dorothy Wyckoff, and they began a beautiful life together.
He worked at Johns Manville for 30 years, where he was a member of the Quarter Century Club.  Franks career at Johns Manville took him and his family to New Hampshire and Georgia before they moved back to Bridgewater in 1979.  While in NH, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Northeastern University.  He served as Treasurer and then President of United Cerebral Palsy Association of Merrimack Valley (Massachusetts) Frank was also a member of the Al Rogers Quartet from Massachusetts, where he was able to share his continued love of music.
Frank was happy to move back home to New Jersey because he was once again close to extended family.
In 1999, Frank retired from UC Industries, a division of Owens Corning, where he was Vice President.  After retirement, he became a Real Estate Agent, which he continued to do until his death.  He was currently with Coldwell Banker of Bedminster, where he worked together with his daughter.
Frank always said that his family was his greatest accomplishment and looked forward to having everyone together even if only for a short time.  He would always look for a reason to bring family together.  
Frank enjoyed sharing in his children’s and grandchildren’s lives.  He attended their sporting events, concerts, and award ceremonies as often as he could.  If you looked out at the audience or the crowd, you could always find Dad (PopPop) waiving with a big smile!
He was also very supportive of Midland School and Adult Service Program where his son, Jim, is a group home resident. All the other residents in Jim’s home enjoyed when Mr. Sydlowski would come by because he always came with a smile and spent a few minutes with them.
Besides his parents, Frank was predeceased by his grandson, Bobby Brungard in 1992.
Frank is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Dorothy (Wyckoff) Sydlowski of Bridgewater; his three daughters, Lori Brungard and her husband, Todd of Bridgewater, Kathie Leasureand her husband Ted of Gibsonville, NC, Barbara Matistic and her husband Tom of Norfolk, Va and his son, Jim, of Branchburg.  
Also surviving are six grandchildren, TJ (Margaret) Brungard of North Brunswick, Lorin Brungard of Bridgewater, Patrick (Alexis) Leasure of Augusta, Ga, Erin Leasure (James) Ross of Washington DC, Jessica Matistic and Will Matistic of Norfolk, Va, as well as two great grandchildren, Elleanor Elaine (Ellie) Leasure of Augusta, Ga and Theodore Joseph (Teddy) Brungard of North Brunswick.
Due to the current situation, the funeral will take place in the near future.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to Midland Adult Services, PO Box 5026, Branchburg, NJ 08876.
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