CUSICK FUNERAL HOME - Current Obituaries

Manville

Joseph Yannetta, 74, of Manville, NJ (formally of Bound Brook) passed away peacefully on Friday August 13, 2021. Joe attended Bound Brook High School and graduated from Somerville High School in 1965. He was a proud veteran of the US Army, fought in Vietnam and was a member of both the American Legion Post 12 and the VFW Post 2290. He worked for many years in the automotive industry before becoming a self-employed painting contractor. He enjoyed scuba diving, golfing, fishing with George Sladek, sharing his race horse with cousin Jake, riding his Harley with his motorcycle friends and the Steel Allegiance MC, and spending time with friends and family but most of all his grandchildren and canine companion, Mia. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Yvonne, his son Robert and his wife Jessica, daughter Lisa and beloved grandchildren Olivia and James. He is predeceased by his father Joseph Yannetta, his mother Blanche and stepfather Mason Alleman, brothers Gene, Glen and David and best friend Brian Saverino. He is also survived by his siblings Pattie, Donna, Barbara, Kathy, James and Jannett and many nieces and nephews. A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

Bridgewater

Patsy “Pat” Tosco died August 18, 2021 at Robert Wood Johnson Somerset after a short illness. He was 97. Patsy was born on September 2nd 1923 In Bridgewater. He was the son of Michael and Rose Tosco. He was predeceased by his siblings Frank, John, Vincent, Angelo, Nick, Anthony, Michael, Louis, Agnes and Grace.

His wife Mary Jean (Duffy) Tosco predeceased him in 2009. After 48 years of marriage.

Patsy is survived by his 2 daughters Patricia Reed (John) and Jean Paraskevas (Jim). In addition to his daughters he is also survived by his grandsons John Reed Jr. and Tyler Reed along with 2 great grandsons Jackson and Jordan and several nieces and nephews.

Pat grew up in Somerville and moved to Bridgewater in 1963. He graduated from Somerville High School. After High School he was drafted into the Army serving his country in World War II as a Staff Sargent. Returning home, he went to work for the family company Michael Tosco and Son’s. After the company closed in 1972, he was employed as an inspector for VanCleef Engineering in Hillsborough retiring in 1989.

Visitation will be from 9:30am-11am on Monday, August 23, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville and conclude with prayers and Military Honors at Noon at St. Gertrude's Cemetery, Colonia NJ.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart Association or Somerset Regional Animal Shelter.

Margaret Mary Mulrooney (née Sullivan) of Somerville, NJ passed away peacefully on the beautiful spring morning of April 22, 2020.

There will be a Memorial Mass on Saturday October 2, 2021 9:30am at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Ave Somerville NJ 08876.

Margaret was born into a large Irish Catholic family on May 12, 1930. She grew up on a small farm in the village of Woodford, County Galway, Ireland. At 19 years old, she immigrated to New York City, arriving by ship. She came to live with her relatives, Nanny and Pop Williams, and navigated her new life in the big city. She was eager to learn and completed her high school diploma through the night school program at Erasmus High School in Brooklyn, NY. Margaret found places in Brooklyn and the Catskills that had Irish dancing, one of her favorite pastimes. It was through this passion that she found the love of her life, Joe Mulrooney. Later, they were married on October 1, 1955 and spent 63 more happy years together. Their commitment, love, and devotion to family helped them raise four beautiful children in Somerville.

We will always remember her easy laughter, loving smile, and the twinkle in her eye as she shared many colorful memories from her life. Margaret loved to be outdoors gardening, taking afternoon walks, and spending time with animals. Even as she lived with progressing dementia over the past few years, being outside always brought a sense of serenity to Margaret.

Margaret lived her life with a strong faith and special devotion to the Blessed Mother. She found great solace in prayer and shared her faith with all who knew her.

Our family takes comfort knowing that Margaret is now resting in peace with her husband Joe, all of her siblings, parents, cousin Nora, good friend Kay, and numerous others whom we imagine her reuniting with in heaven.
Margaret is survived by her son Patrick and his wife Elaine, daughter Anne and her husband Dave, daughter Cathy and her husband John, son Charlie and his wife Maryann, her grandchildren, Molly and her husband Reid, Patrick and his fiancé Yanelis, Brianna, Megan, Chip, Claire, and her great-grandson Ellis.

In remembrance of Margaret, and in lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to the Samaritan Homeless Interim Program (SHIP), 87 E High St, Somerville, NJ 08876 (or http://ship908.com/ ).

Margaret was interred in April 2020 next to her husband Joe at the Somerset Hills Memorial Park in Basking Ridge, NJ.
We invite you to remember Margaret fondly for the wonderful woman we were blessed to have known as Mom, Grandma, Aunt Margaret, and friend.

In the words of one of her favorite songs:
When Irish eyes are smiling,
Sure, 'tis like the morn in Spring.
In the lilt of Irish laughter,
You can hear the angels sing...

Bridgewater

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Mary Hollod, nurturing mother, loving grandmother and great-grandmother, devoted sister, and respected friend. Mary passed away peacefully at age 99 on September 7, 2021, surrounded by family, and rejoins her husband George and son Dennis in heaven.

Mary was born to Andrew and Mary (Baran) Sekera in Bracovce, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia), on December 25, 1921 (she shares her birthday with her father), and soon moved to Smolnik, Poland. She immigrated to the United States in 1929 and settled with her parents in McAdoo, PA, where she and her three younger sisters, Catherine, Jean, and Dorothy, were raised. Mary graduated from McAdoo High School in 1941. She always spoke fondly of her time playing the clarinet and saxophone in the high school marching band, All-State Band, and an all-girl band ensemble.

Mary met George Hollod at a church dance and, after his military service in World War II, the two were married in May 1947. The couple eventually moved to Bridgewater, NJ, where they raised their son, Dennis, and their daughter, Diane, and where Mary lived the remaining years of her life.

Mary was a longstanding parishioner of St. Mary’s Church in Manville NJ, and a beloved and admired member of the Somerset County Single Senior Women’s Group. She was a talented seamstress, learning to make her own clothes as a child and then translating this into a career later in life. She had a life-long love of fashion and possessed an amazing sense of style and class. Among family and friends, she is also well-known for her beautiful, crocheted blankets.
Mary lived an active life for all 99 of her years, finding joy in dancing, dining out, and shopping, and she was never one to miss a party! She was also an avid traveler who appreciated the beauty and culture of new places around the world. Most recently, in the year of her 90th birthday, she enjoyed a return visit to her birthplace in eastern Europe, where she recalled the historic geography and visited the Church in which she was baptized. She was always deeply connected to her Ukrainian heritage, which she passed on to all of her family through food—most notably, her delicious homemade pierogi, babalki, mushroom soup, and sauerkraut!

More than anything, Mary loved to be surrounded by family and friends and could be counted on to bring a smile to the faces of all who encountered her. She treasured her family and embraced every moment with them. She especially loved her role as Grandma and Baba to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mary’s warmth and vivacious personality were contagious, and her positivity and charm were to be admired—and perhaps the secret to her long, fulfilled life.

Mary is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Anthony Crupi; daughter-in-law Dorothea Hollod; grandchildren, Kristine Gibson (Chris), Timothy Hollod (Laura), Steven Hollod (Ruth), Kimberly Crupi Dobbins, and Anthony Crupi (Lori); grandchildren, Alexa and Brianna Gibson and Eli and Serena Crupi; and sisters Jean Velten, Catherine Green, and Dorothy Opilla. She is predeceased by her husband, George (1968) and son, Dennis (2013).
Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated 10:30am on Saturday, September 11, at St. Mary Byzantine Church, 1900 Brooks Blvd., Hillsborough, NJ. Interment to follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, River Rd., Manville/Hillsborough

In lieu of flowers, please make any donations to Valley Hospice in Paramus, NJ.

Bridgewater

Concetta"Connie" (Marotto) Rohn, 88, died September 15. Mrs. Rohn was born in Somerville and resided in Bound Brook before moving to Bridgewater in 1961. She was employed as a receptionist for Dr. L. Gross of Somerset for 10 years and previously worked for Family Practice of Somerville. Connie was a very active member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville, where she was in charge of "Operation St. Nick" for many years and a member of the Rosary Altar Society there and also a tireless volunteer for Somerset County Special Olympics. She cherished her family, her friends and her grandchildren dearly and they to her as well.

Surviving are her husband of 62 years, Charles (Chuck), her children,Cynthia Oberg (John), Gail Boate (David) and David Rohn (Kelly) and 9 grandchildren. Her sister Margaret Mondoro predeceased her.

Visiting hours from 8:30am till 10:30 am on Monday, September 20, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11am at the Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Ave., Somerville. Entombment, Resurrection Cemetery/Mausoleum, Piscataway.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in "Connie's" name to Scleroderma Foundation, Delaware Valley Chapter, 385 Kings Highway North, Cherry Prof. Bldg., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 or DVchapter@scleroderma.org.

Somerville

Myriam M. Rodriguez, 93, died peacefully at her son’s home, in Somerville on September 19. Mrs. Rodriguez was born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico and resided in Brooklyn, NY for most of her life. She was a loving homemaker and cared for her family, extended family and friends for her entire life. Myriam was active for many years in her church community and looked forward to taking annual trips with her family. Her greatest joy in life were her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and Nabila.

Myriam is predeceased by her husband Ernesto and her grandson Joseph. Surviving are her sons Joseph (Deborah), Ildefonso (Maxine), and her daughter Ivette (Paul). Her grandchildren Aida (John), Michael (Matt), and her great grandchildren Dylan, Eliza, Ryan and James. Her best friend and honorary granddaughter Nabila.

Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, September 22, from 9am-10:30am at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville, NJ 08876 908-725-4100. Followed by a Graveside Prayer at 12:45pm at St. Raymond Cemetery, Bronx, NY.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to your local food pantry.

Greg Gibson (66 years) passed into eternal life with Jesus his savior on September 12, 2021. Greg was born to Glenn and Jane Gibson (both deceased) on April 6, 1955. Greg is survived by his loving wife Valerie (née Niederle). Greg and Valerie were married November 10, 1984 and enjoyed thirty seven years as husband and wife. Greg is also survived by his older brother James Gibson, Jim’s wife Jill Gibson; niece Jennifer Jones and her husband John and their daughters, Rebecca, and Kaitlin; niece Julie Hall and her husband Jason and their sons, Jackson and Jude. Greg is also survived by his second cousin, Bob Gibson and his main home aide, Anita Perrucci, (or as Greg called her, “Nursie”).

Greg attended Midland School in Branchburg, NJ where he met his future wife, Val when they were 8 and 9 years old respectively. He graduated from Riverview High School in Sandwich, MA. Greg was a client at Alternatives, Inc., in Raritan, NJ, a facility which assists people with disabilities to live independently. Greg also attended Adult Day Center (ADC) in Bridgewater, NJ where he enjoyed the company of many friends and staff.

Greg was smart and funny, a friend to all. He loved science and nature, especially birds of all kinds, and he was very interested in the space programs and knew a great deal about current events and politics. Greg read many newspapers daily and took many trips to the Somerville Library. Greg loved his and Valerie's cat Perla who was always there to welcome them Home.

Greg suffered a stroke in 2017 and was not expected to recover but to everyone's surprise he beat the odds. As Greg would say, "I just soldiered on". Unfortunately, the stroke left him incapacitated on his left side, but it did not take away his abilities to see, speak, hear or understand his surroundings.

After recovering from the initial effects of the stroke Greg resided at Laurel Circle in Bridgewater, NJ, an assisted living facility caring for people with physical disabilities.

Up until the time of his death Greg was a communicant of Saint John's Episcopal Church in Somerville, NJ. Father Ron will officiate at the memorial service celebrating the life and times of Greg Gibson, to be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 5:00 PM at Saint John's Episcopal Church, 158 W. High Street, Somerville, NJ.

Due to Covid restrictions it is mandatory that attendees wear masks during the service. Also, Father Ron requests a quick email from those planning to attend. Please address to: Stjohnsomerville@verizon.net

In remembrance of Greg and in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
The Midland Foundation
P.O Box 5026
North Branch, NJ 08876
or
Saint John’s Episcopal Church
158 W. High Street
Somerville, NJ 08876
or
Adult Day Center
872 West Main Street
Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Raritan
Formerly of Hillsborough

William H. Haney passed away at Morristown Memorial Hospital on October 5, 2021. He was born in Elizabeth, NJ, on May 31, 1950, to William and Marie Haney.

Bill studied Fine Arts at the University of Tampa, followed by earning an MFA at the University of Georgia.

After grad school, Bill taught Fine Arts at Carnegie-Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA, for over 10 years. After a move back to New Jersey, he spent many years as a medical artist, creating advertisements and technical papers for such products as Zocor®, Port-a-Cath®, Alloderm®, and AirCast®.

Bill returned to teaching at such universities as the University of Pennsylvania and The College of New Jersey before finding his home at Seton Hall University, where he taught for the past 20 years. He enjoyed his family, his teaching career, creating his art, and watching football. Go Dawgs!

Bill is survived by his wife, Karen, and their four children, Patrick, Michael, Tim, and Andrew, his daughter-in-law Erica, and his grandson Greyson. Also surviving are his sister, Jeanne Shelhimer, and brothers Mark Haney and Paul Haney.

Visiting hours from 5pm-8pm on Thursday, October 14, at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10am on Friday, October 15, at Mary, Mother of God Church, 157 South Triangle Road, Hillsborough. Interment to follow at Fairview Cemetery, 1100 East Broad Street, Westfield.

Hillsborough

Alberta Ernest Snyder,103, wife of the late Ernest A. Snyder, mother of the late E. Wayne Snyder and mother-in- law to the late David Terhune, died October 19, 2021 in the home she was born in, August 7, 1918. Her sisters, Florence E. Sutphin, Lucy Stoveken, and Alice Stryker also predeceased her. Her secretarial and employment career began at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, then onto the Belle Mead Depot during WWII, a bus driver, then as owner along with her husband at their Snyder Fuel Service in Three Bridges and culminating in 1986 at Hillsborough Township as the Assistant Tax Collector working alongside her husband, Ernest, the former Tax Collector. A career spanning over 50 years.

Alberta was one of the "Grand Dames" of Hillsborough and certainly was not one to sit back and enjoy her status. She was an influential member of the Republican Party, a life member of the PTA, a member of the Historical Society, the Rotary Anns (wives of Rotary members back then), and a volunteer with local churches whenever called upon.

Surviving are her daughter Jean S.. Terhune, her grandson, Matt Terhune,her sister, Neva Staats and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hour will begin 10am on Monday, October 25, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville followed by a Funeral Service at 11am at the funeral home and concluding with final prayers at Neshanic Cemetery, Amwell Rd., Hillsborough at 12:30pm.

Memorial donations may be made in Alberta's name to Samaritan Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 (samaritanspurse.org) or a charity of your choice.

Jan 1, 1938 - Oct 22, 2021

Al grew up in Summit Hill PA, one of 13 siblings. Al proudly served in the United States Marine Corp. He raised his family in Bridgewater NJ. He worked as a Plant Operations Mechanic at Bell Labs in Warren and Murray Hill NJ. He was a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville NJ.

He enjoyed freshwater fishing, turkey hunting, and gardening. He loved searching for and giving away four-leaf clovers. Most of all he showered his family with love and joy every day. Al was a most caring, loving, and generous husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and friend.

He was predeceased by his loving son Alfonso DiMattia in 2008, his Mother Edith and father Alfonso and his brothers and sisters Andy, Pete, Tony, Mary, Josephine, Madeleine, Frances, Edith, and Theresa.

He will be missed and is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Margaret (Sockel), married at St. Ann's in Hampton NJ on June 13, 1959, his daughter Ann and her husband Mario Sapone of Flemington NJ, and his four precious grandchildren Amanda and Joseph Sapone and Devony and Alison DiMattia. His sisters, Ada Fonteneou of Wappingers Falls, NY.

Helen Orach of Landsford, PA and Rita Langevin of Kettle Falls, WA., and all of his loving nieces, nephews and friends.
Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers please send donation to:
The American Legion Post 12
Veteran Organization
232 Union Ave
Somerville NJ 08876
or
Immaculate Conception Church
35 Mountain Ave
Somerville NJ 08876

Somerville/Middlesex

Kathleen Johnston, 72, passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 24th.

Kathleen was born in Philadelphia, PA. She was a member of the Sister Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary for over 25 years. (Sister Maura Francis). She attended nursing school and continued her career as an RN. She moved to New Jersey in 2007 to be closer to her family. She loved the beach , the Poconos, and Disney.

She is survived by her sisters, brother, brother in law, nieces, nephews. Great nieces and great nephews who all
knew her as “ Aunt Leen”

A Memorial Service will be held 10am on Friday, October 29, at the St. Bernard (Cemetery) Mausoleum Chapel, Highway Route 28, Bridgewater, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to SHIP, 87 East High Street, Somerville, New Jersey 08876.

Joseph E. Sartin Jr. of Bridgewater, New Jersey passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 31, 2021 with his children by his side. Joe was born on August 17, 1952 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. He was the son of Joseph and Dolores (Atkinson) Sartin. He is predeceased by his father and namesake, as well as his beloved wife and mother of his children, Cynthia (Pollard) Sartin.

He will be greatly missed and is survived by his two children, Ms. Jamie (Sartin) Hadac and Mr. Robert Sartin (Nadia), his three precious grandchildren Sophia, Ben and Camilla and his two grand pups, Rosie and Delilah. Joe is survived by his mother, Dolores and his loving sisters Patty Teeling and her husband Tim of Bridgewater, New Jersey and Karen Devine and her husband Charley of Roswell, Georgia. “Uncle Joe” is also survived by his many nieces and nephews Brian Devine (Jeanie) and their two children, Tim Devine, his wife Tricia and their four children, Chris Devine, Tim Teeling, his wife Sarah and their two children, Liz Cahill, her husband Joe and their daughter with a son on the way, and Katie Teeling and her fiancé Evan Kerstetter.

Joe attended Immaculata High School in Somerville and Kings College in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. After college, Joe lived with his wife, Cindy, in Piscataway, where they raised their children. Joe and Cindy met when they were both working at Shop-Rite in Somerville. They loved taking trips to the Jersey shore and playing the wheels on the boardwalk.

Growing up he rode bikes a lot and enjoyed riding a big rope swing in his neighbor’s barn, along with riding their donkey. Holidays were always celebrated with his parents, sisters, Aunt Mary and Uncle Joe, and cousins Betsy and Marilyn. Family vacations were at Hershey Park and Harvey’s Lake.

Joe was always a hard worker who gave everything to his work. He worked for Coopers and Lybrand, Amerada Hess and most notably for Leucadia National Corporation (Jefferies) for 31 years.

If you were lucky enough to know Joe - you know he would do anything for anyone. If you were sick, he would go get you medicine. Something breaks in your house, he would gladly go run to ACE hardware or Home Depot and get the part and show up at your door and help you fix it. Break a flip flop in college, he will go get you a pair from your favorite store at the mall and ship them to you. Tell dad you and your college roommates are hungry - Dad would drive down to the University of Delaware on a Sunday afternoon to take you and your roommates to dinner (driving 2 hours each way) - but only if we went to his favorite Italian restaurant.

Joe was a such wonderful man. He is loved and will be missed by many! He showered his family with love and joy every day. Joe was the most caring, loving father, brother, uncle, grandfather, friend and co-worker.

Following Joe's generous nature, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please donate to a charity of your choice.

Visiting hours will be held on Friday, November 5, from 10:00am-12:00pm at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville, NJ 08876 908-725-4100. Followed by a Prayer Service at St Bernard RC Cemetery & Mausoleum in Bridgewater.

Raymond Stanley Peters, 82, of Belvidere, NJ, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 8, 2021.

Ray was born March 8, 1939 in Somerville NJ to Wanda and Stanley Peters in Somerville, NJ and raised in Manville, NJ with his younger brother, Ron. His love of animals, science, and the outdoors led him to study animal husbandry at The National Farm School in Doylestown, PA (Delaware Valley University) after graduating from Dunellen High School. Ray further earned a Master’s Degree in Education at Trenton State College, while serving in the United States Army Reserve from 1963-1969.

Ray shared his passion and knowledge of science in the most honorable way a person can, as an educator. He spent over 30 years as a science teacher in the Bridgewater-Raritan School District. He spent most of those years teaching high school students at Bridgewater-Raritan West High School.

Ray met the love of his life, Rosemarie Lipoma, in 1962 and they wed in January 1965. Together, they raised two children, Jason, and Meredith, in Neshanic NJ and spent 57 extraordinary and adventurous years together as a loving couple.

Every summer, Ray would hitch up his travel trailer and take the family camping in New England, stopping at every antique shop along the way for his wife, Rosemarie. Ray planned a cross country adventure one summer for his family, creating some of the best memories that Rosemarie, Meredith and Jason still reminisce about.

Ray was a highly skilled craftsman and could design, and build, anything he imagined. His skills and business acumen built a thriving horse trailer repair business, “Stan-Raye Trailers”. He spent his evenings, weekends, and summers working on horse trailers for his extensive and loyal customer base. His son, Jason, picked up his building and mechanical skills from his father while working along side of him.

Ray passed down his love of horses to his daughter, Meredith. He spent countless hours shuttling Meredith and her horse to shows around the state. He was also a rodeo fan and would often pack up his family on a Saturday night for the two-hour drive to Cowtown Rodeo in Woodstown, NJ.

Ray was a passionate fly fisherman and could often be found in the streams of Pulaski, NY, with his best friend, Steve Selody. Ray enjoyed tying flies and opened a small fly-tying business called Ray’s Fly Shop when he was just a teen.

Everyone knew Ray as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, who shared his passions with all throughout his life.

Ray was predeceased by his parents, Wanda, and Stanley Peters. He is survived by his loving wife, Rosemarie Peters, daughter, Meredith Peters and her husband Peter Kade of Milford, NJ, his son, Jason Peters, and spouse, Mary Thornton, of Changewater, NJ. Ray is also survived by his brother, Ron Peters, Ron’s wife, Gail; his sister- in-law, Esther Condo; his many loving nieces and nephews, Alice Condo, Joseph Condo (wife Karen), Teresa Condo, Howard Condo, Ashley Condo, Caitlin Condo, Joey Condo, Anthony Horowitz, David Peters (wife Carolyn).

Visiting hours will be held at Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville, NJ on Thursday, November 11 from 10:30-11:30 am followed by a private ceremony at the cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Mylestone Equine Rescue in Phillipsburg, NJ.

Ann Clare Faxon, 90, of Branchburg, formerly of Somerville, passed from this life on Tuesday November 9, 2021 at home with her children by her side. Despite her battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, Ann always had a smile for everyone she met, she never lost her devilish sense of humor or her engaging personality in which she had the genuine ability of making you feel as if you were the only person in the room. Ann was born in Elizabeth, NJ on August 6, 1931. She was one of thirteen children born to Joseph Tierney and Alice (Grimes) and she had a nickname for herself which was Tierney9. She met and married George S Faxon and they lived in Elizabeth until settling in Somerville in 1962 where they raised six children.

Ann’s love of books and reading attracted her to a lifelong career as a librarian and in fact, she would often volunteer in the library of the Immaculate Conception grammar school when her children were students there. For over 31 years, she was a librarian and Executive Assistant for the Bound Brook Memorial Library. Long before the internet when her children were attending school and were required to complete a school report or specific information, she was referred to as their “Secret Weapon” as Ann would gather and bring home endless data and information on any subject they were tasked with at school. She was rarely found without a book in her hand and if you had an interest in a subject she would surprise you with a wealth of information for you explore and gain more knowledge of the subject. Throughout her life, she never put her own needs before anyone else’s and especially those of her six children whom she adored and in return, loved her completely. Ann was known as the fun Mom and would often take her daughters and her nieces camping while always stopping to explore any historical marker along the way. Her motto throughout her life was ‘never complain and never explain’ and she lived her life by this mantra. In reflection, Ann did just that, as she always had a calm about her, never raising her voice and had a pure heart as she never complained or talked bad about anyone or anything. She did not have to, as she said she saw everything because she had eyes on the back of her head. Somehow, some way, she always knew everything! She simply was a magical wonderful woman and mother.

Ann is survived by five children, six grandchildren and two sisters; Lynn and Anthony Sausto and their daughter Elizabeth; grandson Nicolas Faxon whose father Jeffrey Faxon predeceased his mother in 2003; George Faxon; Lisa and Louis Intili and their children Michael and Annie; Amy and Kevin Walter; Ann and Daniel Adams and their two sons, Jacob and Samuel and her little dog Sparky who never left her side. Her two wonderful sisters, Margaret Africano of Ocean Grove and Carol Tierney of Hillsborough whom Ann loved dearly. She was also predeceased by her loving husband, George in 1999.
All who loved and cherished her will always remember her love for life, sense of adventure, her sharp and quick wit, grace, charm and unwavering faith in God.

Family and friends are welcome to her visitation, which will be held from 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Saturday November 13, 2021 at The Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ. A Mass of Christina Burial will follow at 12:30 pm at Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville. Interment will be private in Danby, Vermont. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the compassionate and amazing Stein Hospice, 354 Demott Lane, Somerset, NJ, 08873 or call 732-227-1212.

Sonia W. Bauer
Bridgewater

Sonia W. Bauer, 86, a resident of Bridgewater since 1972, died on November 14 after a brief illness. The daughter of the late Steve E. and Helen Z. Witkowski of Cromwell, Conn, Sonia attended Middletown, Conn High School (class valedictorian), graduated from Mt. Holyoke College (BA, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa), and undertook graduate chemistry, biochemistry, and biomedical research at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

Sonia is survived by her husband of 64 years Victor J. Bauer, PhD, daughter Katherine B. Giardina (husband John) of Somerville, granddaughter Teresa G. Keiser (husband Rob) of Cranford, grandson Alex Giardina of Branchburg, and great grandson Robby Keiser. She was predeceased by son Steven E. Bauer.

While raising her family, Sonia used her chemistry background to manage hospital blood bank and pathology laboratory operations, and then became manager of a clinical testing laboratory.

Sonia was engaged in many community activities as a Girl Scout troop leader and president of the Hillside School and Bridgewater East High School PTAs. She was a charter member of the Bridgewater Woman’s Club, serving multiple terms as Treasurer and President, and was active in the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Club, serving on the Executive Committee as Vice President of the College Division and Treasure. She was an accomplished photographer, receiving many awards in state and national Women’s Club competitions. Sonia was a communicant of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, serving as a Cantor at Mass and as a member of both the Church and the Diocesan Choirs.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10am Thursday, November 18, at Blessed Sacrament Church, 1890 Washington Valley Road, Martinsville, NJ. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Mt. Airy Road, Basking Ridge,NJ

James (Jim) William Frankenbush passed away 11/11/21 at the age of 68 after a sudden illness.

He enjoyed being with his family, working with tools, old cars & music, animals & his grandcat Opie.

He was born 12/1/52 in Bronx, NY. At a young age, moved to White Meadow Lake, Rockaway Twp, NJ where he attended schools to graduate Morris Hills High School. After marrying his love, Donna T. (Shafer) 9/27/75 they moved to Dover & then to Franklin, NJ. They went on to raise their two children, Shannon and Ryan in Chester, NJ.

He is predeceased by his beloved parents & in laws.

Survived by his wife, Donna T , daughter, Shannon Masin & husband David, son, Ryan Frankenbush & wife Hannah. And 5 beloved grandchildren, Kylee, Joely, Grady & Emma & Amie.

He will be greatly missed by Brother, Al Frankenbush & wife, Jan , Sister Diane Cochran & her husband Davey Lee, nieces & nephews, cousins, friends & God children.

He was a printer by trade and then a Maintenance Engineer worked at Gill Saint Bernard's School and later at Hi Focus Centers until his death.

He was very active in his church community.

In lieu of flowers: donations may be made to Veterans Causes.

Visiting hours will begin at 6pm on Monday November 15 at the Cusick Funeral Home and conclude with funeral service at 8pm with Pastor Craig Rice from Bridge Point Church.

Rosalia DiGiovanni, 86, of Boca Raton, FL passed away November 14, 2021. She is survived by her loving children; Vicent, Leonora Dittilo, John (Suzie,) grandchildren; Dominique Dattilo, Daniella DiGiovanni and Michael DiGiovanni. Rosalia was predeceased by her beloved husband, Mario, and was married to him for 58 years. She enjoyed traveling including cruises and visiting museums. Rosalia was an excellent cook. Gourmet Italian food was her specialty. She was known as an artist and oil paintings were her true passion. Rosalia was very creative, into fashion and great sewer. She will always be remembered for her paintings and love of family.

Visiting hours will be held Friday 11/19 from 7-9pm at the Cusick Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held Saturday 11/20 at 10am at the Cusick Funeral Home followed by Mausoleum Entombment at St. Bernards Cemetery/Mausoleum on Route 22 in Bridgewater.

"Nan" Kelleher Blair of Bridgewater NJ peacefully passed away at home on Monday, November 15, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.

Nan was born December 22, 1938 in Jersey City NJ to Kathleen and Michael Kelleher.

Nan was the heart and soul of her Irish Catholic family and was an accomplished Irish Step Dancer. She was most proud of her Irish heritage and encouraged her children, grandchildren, family and friends to embrace the spirit of St Patrick. Nan danced professionally as a youth and later taught neighborhood children Irish step dancing for many years in Fords NJ. Later when retiring to the Villages in Florida, she and husband Ken played key roles in the establishment and growth of The Irish American Club of The Villages where Nan was named Irish Woman of the Year in 2005, Nan & Ken were named Irish couple of the year 2007 and Nan was honored as Historian of the Irish American Club 1996-2006. Nan's dedication to the advancement of Irish dance continues to grow as her children and club members dance their jigs year after year.

Nan is a graduate of St Michael's High School Jersey City, NJ worked for Chemical Bank NY and obtained her real estate license where she worked with her husband, Ken, at their real estate office, Blair House Realty.

Nan married Kenneth J Blair also of Jersey City November 28, 1959 and raised four children Jim, Maureen, Denise and Patty in Branchburg NJ. Nan enjoyed a full life as a loving wife of 61 years and played an active role everywhere she went. Even as she lived with progressing dementia over the past couple years, she found peace in having family close by.

Jim Blair now of Wilmington NC, married to Kathy, Maureen Blair of Bridgewater, Denise Blair Cianciola of Hillsborough and husband Tony, Patty Bottrel of Bridgewater.

Nan also known as Nanny to grandchildren Joseph Bottrel of Flemington NJ married to Maria, Kaitlyn Bottrel of Bridgewater NJ, Christopher Cianciola and fiancé, Janine, of Whippany, NJ, Kyle Cianciola of Plainsboro NJ and Kelly Cianciola of Arlington, VA.

Nan is also Great Grandmother to Patrick Bottrel and Kenny Greco.

Nan's siblings are Marie Kelleher (deceased) and Dennis Kelleher of Jersey City, NJ married to Philomena. Nan has 3 nieces Kathleen, Colleen, Maryanne and nephew Michael (deceased).

Visiting hours from 3pm-5pm & 7pm-9pm on Thursday, November 18, 2021 at the Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave., Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9:30 am on Friday November 19, 2021, at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Ave Somerville NJ 08876. Entombment will be at St Bernard Cemetery & Mausoleums 551 Route 28 Bridgewater NJ 08807.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to either of these organizations:
VNA Health Group, Attn: Philanthropy, 23 Main St Suite D1, Holmdel NJ 07733. You may also donate at http://VNAHG.org/giving/

Please designate Robert Wood Johnson Visiting Nurses Hospice or Alzheimer's Association of Greater NJ alz.org https://www.alz.org/nj/donate

HARTRUM – Alan P., 57, of Bridgewater, NJ, passed away on Sunday, November 21st after a long illness.

Alan is survived by his sister, Linda Pasko, Easton, PA, his nephew Kyle Hartrum, former wife Jaclyn Hartrum of Lebanon, NJ, aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.

He was predeceased by his father and best friend Charles Hartrum, mother Jacqueline S. (Whitemaine), and his brother Bruce C. Hartrum.

Alan was born in Somerville, NJ, and was a life-long resident of Bridgewater. He was master plumber and HVAC mechanic, and graduated Somerset County Vo Technical Institute.

Alan was a life-member of Green Knoll Fire Department, United Valley Gun Club, Stewartsville, NJ. He was also an avid hunter, fisherman, and wildlife photographer. He enjoyed cooking and loved heading to Round Valley reservoir with his boat, fishing rod, and camera.

Visiting hours 2pm-5pm on Sunday, November 28, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Family and friends are invited to gather at funeral home on Monday, November 29, at 10am before leaving for Graveside Services at the New Cemetery, Somerville at 11am.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Alan's name to Green Knoll Fire Department, PO Box 6004, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.

Washington, NJ

Anthony R. De Jesso 32 of Washington Borough, NJ, passed away on Monday, November 22nd after a two year battle with cancer.

Anthony is survived by his loving family:
Father, Joseph A. De Jesso of High Bridge, NJ
Mother, Lynda S. Langston of Manchester, NJ
Brother, Alexander J. De Jesso of Washington Boro, NJ
Fiancée, Tonimarie Mohs of Washington Boro, NJ
Stepmother Alison De Jesso and step brothers Ian, Christopher and Evan Scot.

Anthony was born in Elizabeth NJ. He grew up in Hillside and High Bridge NJ. He graduated from Voorhees High School and worked for Speedway Gas for ten years working his way to assistant manager.

Anthony loved to play and stream video games and would compete in Card Fight Van Guard competitions. He would often create YouTube videos showing card strategies.

His smile, sense of humor and melodic singing voice will be sorely missed.

Please send donations to St. Jude in lieu of flowers. The family hopes this small gesture will prevent another family from suffering the heartbreak of losing a beloved child.

Visiting hours at the Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville will begin at 4pm on Wednesday, December 1, and conclude with a Funeral Service at 7pm at the funeral home.

Joseph Yannetta

Patsy “Pat” Tosco

Margaret Mary Mulrooney

Mary Hollod

Concetta M. Rohn

Myriam M. Rodriguez

Greg Gibson

William H. Haney

Alberta Ernest Synder

Alfonso G DiMattia

Kathleen Johnston

Joseph E. Sartin Jr.

Raymond Stanley Peters

Ann Clare Faxon

Sonia W. Bauer

James (Jim) William Frankenbush

Rosalia DiGiovanni

"Nan" Kelleher Blair

Alan P. Hartrum

Anthony R. De Jesso