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Christine "Teena " Hardgrove

July 23, 2018, 4:24 pm
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Christine "Teena " Hardgrove passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 20, 2018 at the Foothill Acres Nursing Home.

​Born in New York City on September 12, 1930, she graduated from William Cullen Bryant High School and worked as a secretary. She was married to Robert Hardgrove of Somerville, N.J.in 1950. 

Christine was a parishioner at the Hillsborough Reformed Church, a member of the Roycefield Swim Club, and a Somerset County Election Board worker.  She is survived by her sons, Robert and his wife Helen Marie, James, and Jeffrey; her grandchildren,Dr.Kathleen Richardson and her husband Russ, Michael, Robert, Kenneth, James, and Caroline;her great-grandchildren, Luke and Grace Richardson and her sisters Susan Podzamsky and Elizabeth Roberts.  She was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Robert; her parents Paul and Susie Hiza and her sisters Ann Fusek and Kathyrn Medvecky.  

A visitation will be held at Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Ave.,Somerville, N.J. on Sunday July 29 from 2 -5 PM.  Services to be held at Hillsborough Reformed Church in Millstone, 1 Amwell Rd. Hillsborough, N.J. on Monday July 30 at 10 AM followed by burial at the New Cemetery in Somerville, N.J. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Christine's name to the Hillsborough Reformed Church.   


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Angelina Mary Benassu

July 26, 2018, 10:58 am
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Angelina Benassu, 96, much loved Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister and Aunt, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Angelina is survived by her children, Frances Winkeljohn (Douglas), John Benassu (Sue),  Steve Benassu (David), Joanne Garner (Rick) and MaryLou Wallner; sister, Vincenza Baldini, seven beloved grandchildren, two beloved great grand children, four nephews and one niece. She was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Letizia Baldini; husband, Arnold Benassu; sisters Anna Chisari (Thomas), Fulvia Haury (Jack) and brother, Louis.Baldini (Codeal).

Angelina was a spirited and strong willed lady who loved the New York Giants, the New York Yankees, reading, and making sure all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were happy, healthy and enjoying life. Her family was her passion, and she was in her element when surrounded by loved ones, telling stories, sharing jokesand winning at Rumicube, Phase Ten and 500 Rummy. A perfect morning for her included a great cup of coffee, the daily crossword, and birds coming and going at the feeder outside a window.

A viewing is scheduled for Monday, July 30, 2018 at Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue, Somerville from 4pm-7pm. A mass is scheduled at 9:30 at Immaculate Conception in Somerville, with interment to follow at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah. Family and friends are welcome to attend and celebrate Angelina’s long and well lived life at Savini’s Restaurant, Allendale. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank everyone for the many expressions of kindness, support and love that you have shown them during this period of bereavement.
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Maryana Brown

August 10, 2018, 1:39 pm
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Age 82
Somerville

Maryana (Bernabiti) Brown died August 10 at RWJ at Somerset in Somerville.

Maryana grew up in Raritan and resided in Somerville for 63 years before moving to Bridgewater recently. Mrs. Brown was employed in the Accounting Department of Parkway Insurance of Bridgewater for many years retiring in 2011.

Surviving are her husband of 63 years, William G. "Brownie" Brown, her daughter Stacie Baxter and her husband Mark, her son William J. Brown, her grandchildren Travis and Jesse and her siblings Peter Bernabiti and Nancy Leiser.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9:30am on Tuesday, August 14, at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville. Interment to follow at the New Cemetery, Somerville.

Visiting hours from 5pm-8pm on Monday, August 13, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville.

​In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Maryana's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Deptartment 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908.
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Helen B. Rand

August 13, 2018, 11:46 am
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Age 87
Readington Township


Helen Barbara (Kozikowski) Rand died August 12 at Hunterdon Medical Center. Mrs. Rand was born in Poland, grew up in Bayonne and resided in Somerville for over 40 years before moving to Readington. She attended schools in Bayonne, Bound Brook and the Drake Business College in New Brunswick. Mrs. Rand retired as the Bookkeeper for Econo Car and Ryder Trucks in Somerville, a business her late husband, Joseph, owned and operated along with the Exxon Station. "Joe" passed away in 1998 after 48 years of marriage to Helen.


Mrs. Rand was Past President of the Somerville Columbietts, a Den Mother of the Cub Scouts, the Deborah Heart & Lung Association, a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and the Church's Rosary Altar Society and their Senior Leisure Club. Surviving are her children, Wayne of Florida, Ronald and his wife, Judy of Hillsborough and Barbara Gomez and her husband, Gregorio of Readington, 6 grandchildren Zachary, Brielle, Alexa, Maxwell, Jill and Joseph and a great grandson, Jett. Her brother, John Kozikowski predeceased her. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9:30am on Friday, August 17, at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville. Interment to follow at church cemetery. Visiting hours from 6pm-9pm on Thursday, August 16, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Memorial donations may be made in Helen's name to Deborah Heart & Lung Center, 200 Trenton Rd., Browns Mills,NJ 08015
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Matthew T. Cooper

August 24, 2018, 9:26 am
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Age 67
Neshanic Station, NJ

Matthew Thomas Cooper, 67, of Neshanic Station passed away peacefully after a long courageous battle with cancer on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at the Veteran Affairs Care Center surrounded by his loving family. He grew up in South Plainfield, New Jersey, the son of Matthew and Marie (Schwartz) Cooper, both deceased. Later moving to Neshanic Station for the past 35 years. 

Matthew was a proud and decorated Army Veteran of the Vietnam War (1st Calvary Division) who was drafted in 1970, and saw 11 months of combat duty as a crew chief on a helicopter in Vietnam. After his service, he started his own business, C.M. Fire Sprinklers and enjoyed a 40 year successful career working in fire protection services. 

Matthew always found fulfillment visiting the Jersey Shore, especially as a homeowner in Point Pleasant Beach. He also enjoyed sailing with his cousins, listening to jazz music, and was well known for throwing great parties especially for Saint Patrick’s Day and Halloween where his hospitality and delicious home cooked food was always loved by family and friends. Matthew was a proud “Pop Pop” to his granddaughter, Avery and was looking forward to the arrival of his second granddaughter. 

Matthew is survived by his devoted daughters, Meghan Jaworski and Shannon Cooper, his son-in-law, Stephen Jaworski, soon to be son-in-law, Fady Ayad and other relatives and very close friends.

Matthew’s family would like to thank ALL of the wonderful family and friends who have helped and supported him during this difficult time, and they would like to say a special thank you to the Veteran Affairs Nurses & Doctors at Palliative Care in Lyons, NJ who helped take care of him.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday August 26th from 2:00 until 5:00p.m. at Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, August 27th at 9:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville.
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​Timothy J. Mondoro

August 31, 2018, 1:17 pm
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Age 75
Hampton

Timothy J. Mondoro died August 31. He was born in Plainfield and has resided in Hampton since 2014.

Mr. Mondor0 retired as a Detective from the Fanwood Police Department in 1980 and after his retirement he filled many positions in the Auto industry throughout New Jersey. He served as a Veteran in the US Navy from 1962 until 1964.

Surviving are his wife, Amy, his children Mark, Daniel, Laura, Caroline and Allison, his stepsons Stephen and John and siblings John, Dennis and Nancy. Also surviving are 7 grandchildren.

Visiting hours 5pm-8pm on Wednesday, September 5, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Funeral Service 10am on Thursday, September 6, at the Funeral Home. Interment to follow at Holy Redeemer Cemetery South Plainfield.

​In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Tim's memory to Fanwood Police Department, PBA Local 123, 75 No. Martine Ave., Fanwood, NJ 07023 or Hampton Rescue Squad, 9 Wells Ave., Hampton, NJ 08827 
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​Loxi C. DeMarchi

September 1, 2018, 7:51 am
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​Loxi C. DeMarchi
Age 75
 
Loxi C. DeMarchi, 75, died peacefully in her husband’s arms on August 29, 2018. Born in Orange, she was a longtime resident of New Jersey. She is survived by her adoring husband, Paul, two sons, 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  
 
Loxi was a lover of the arts, passionate about life, artistically creative and a prolific writer with a huge heart. Though she experienced personal challenges as a youth, she used those experiences to help others.  She was proud of her African American heritage. She accepted and cared for people as they were. It was a pleasure getting to know her, how she really was, a sweet, lovely and a delicate person. Loxi had a strong sense of fairness and didn’t mind confrontation when she saw injustice which gained her both friends and detractors. Her unique, enthusiastic laughter cheered hearts. She trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as her savior and we find comfort in knowing she is with her Lord.  
 
Visiting hours are Tuesday, September 4th beginning at 5:30 pm at Calvary Bible Church, 144 Readington Road, Whitehouse Station, NJ concluding with a funeral service at 7pm at the church. 

​In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Friendship Center for New Beginnings, 162 Main St, Flemington, NJ 08822.
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Lt. Col.​ Lewis C. Geiger

September 6, 2018, 3:42 pm
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​Lewis C. Geiger
Lt. Col. US Army
Age 102

Lewis C. Geiger, husband of the late Mary Geiger, died September 6. Mr. Geiger was born in the Bronx, NY and resided in South Plainfield, Plainfield and Middlesex before moving to Somerset County in 2001. He enlisted in the US Army at the outbreak of WW II as a private and within a year in the 112 Field Artillery Division was commissioned a 2nd Lt. He served in the 6th Armored Division in the Mohave Desert and the Caribbean Theatre. Separated in 1945 attaining the rank of Captain, he joined the Active Reserve and retired in 1975 as Lt. Col. US Army. During his time in the Army Reserves, Mr. Geiger worked at the South Plainfield Post Office and retired there in 1973 as  the Postal Supervisor after 37 years employment. He was a Charter Member of the VFW #6763 of South Plainfield and Life Member of the Reserved Officers Association.

Surviving are his daughters Jayne Geiger, her husband Jim Rogers, Joyce Loupassakis, her husband Gary and Joan Geiger, her husband Thomas DellaVentura. 4 Grandchildren Jason, Jordan, Joel and Josef and 2 great grandchildren Joy and June. Mr. Geiger was predeceased by his daughter Geraldine Anne Geiger and his siblings Elizabeth Gaub and Carolyn Helmer.

Visiting hours from 5pm-8pm on Sunday, September 9, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9:30am on Monday, September 10, at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville. Interment to follow at church cemetery.

​In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Mr. Geiger's memory to The Boy Scouts of America. https://donations.scouting.org/#/national/
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Michael J. Kicia

September 10, 2018, 12:02 pm
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Michael J. Kicia, 75 of Readington Township, NJ died on Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Rehab at River’s Edge in Raritan, NJ.
 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, September 14 at 10:30 am at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Avenue, Somerville, NJ. Interment will be held on Saturday morning, September 15 at 11:00 am at Woodbine Cemetery and Mausoleum in Oceanport, NJ. Cusick Funeral Home of Somerville, NJ will handle the funeral arrangements.
 
Mr. Kicia was born on January 6, 1943 in Somerville, NJ and attended the New Jersey School for the Deaf in Trenton, NJ.  He subsequently worked in the family businesses, which included dry cleaning and seasonal pool management.
 
Mr. Kicia was a longtime employee of Roma Food Enterprises, Inc. in Piscataway, NJ until his retirement from the company in 2008. There he drove 18-wheeler trucks all over the New York/New Jersey metropolitan region. Driving was his true source of relaxation and enjoyment, and was not in any way compromised by his disability.
 
Much of his adult life was spent living in Red Bank, NJ with his mother Phyllis Christiansen and step-father Stanley Christiansen. The family travelled extensively. After his mother’s death in 2003, Mr. Kicia moved to ReadingtonTownship and lived at Park Place, a mobile home community, for the last 15 years of his life.
 
Mr. Kicia was predeceased by his parents, his sister Phyllis and brother Anthony, and his cousins Gertrude and Michael.   
​His survivors include his cousin Michael’s widow Joan Mathis and son Dale Mathis, his brother Anthony’s two sons Anthony and Reid, and his cousin Gertrude’s three children, Susan, Mark, and Kurt Ohnmacht.
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Amy Di Iorio

September 10, 2018, 5:33 pm
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Amy Di Iorio
​Age 57
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On Monday, September 10th, 2018, Amy Di Iorio, a loving wife and mother of three children, passed peacefully in Overlook Medical Center at age 57.
 
Amy was born in Somerville, New Jersey to Walter and Helen Miller. She was the youngest of four children, Beverly, Bill, and Kenny (predeceased). Amy continued to raise her family in the same house she spent her childhood, in Bridgewater, New Jersey.

She is a loving wife of Giancarlo Di Iorio, and mother to three children, Alyssa (27), Bryan (25), and Olivia (23). Amy was the most kind and selfless woman. Her smile lit up a room along with her big blue ocean eyes. Even during the times of struggle of Breast Cancer and Pulmonary Fibrosis she continued to fight. We are so blessed that she passed peacefully surrounded by Giancarlo, Alyssa, Bryan, Olivia, Beverly, and Giancarlo’s parents, Anna and Adelfio Di Iorio. 
 
Visitation: Thursday, September 13th, 2018 5-8pm, Cusick Funeral Home, 80 Mountain Avenue Somerville, NJ 08876
 
Memorial Service: Friday, September 14th, 2018, 11am with repass to follow. Bridgewater United Methodist Church, 651 Country Club Rd Bridgewater, NJ 08807

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation 
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pulfibfou/
 

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John Edwin Hess

September 20, 2018, 10:45 am
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Carlsbad, NJ

On July 23, 2018, beloved husband, father and grandfather, John Edwin Hess of Pinehurst, NC and Carlsbad, CA, formerly of Somerville, NJ, passed away peacefully at Hospice of the North Coast’s Pacifica House in Carlsbad after a short illness.
 
John was born in Somerville on January 15, 1929, son of former Somerville Mayor Freas Leslie and Wilhelmina Taylor Hess.
 
He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Freas L. Hess, Jr., his twin sister Jean Elizabeth Hess Anderson, and his beloved wife of 60 years, Sophie Marsjanik Hess.
  He is survived by his daughter Mary Lynn Hess Young, her husband Michael, grandson Cole, step-grandchildren, Andrea and Jordan, as well as many nieces and nephews and their families.
 
A 1946 graduate of Somerville High School, John enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served with the Force Recon Company, 2nd Marine Battalion and the 2nd Amphibious Recon Battalion. A veteran of WWII and the Korean War, John served aboard the submarines USS Finback and USS Sealion and was also assigned to an Underwater Demolition Team Unit based at the Naval Amphibious Training Base, Little Creek, VA.
   
After attending Rutgers University, John went to work for Johns-Manville Corporation. When he retired from J-M 40 years later, he was a Product Design/Aerospace Engineer whose aerospace insulative products could be found on most NASA missions from Project Mercury through the Apollo Lunar Module and the Space Shuttle Program. While working closely with NASA-Ames Research, John developed Quilite®, the AFRSI material blanket that replaced the Shuttle’s rigid tiles.
 
John was also a volunteer fireman with the Somerville West End Hose Company.

John and Sophie retired to Pinehurst, NC in 1992 where John was a charter member of the Marine Corps League Sandhills Detachment. He coordinated their Toys for Tots effort for many years and was named Detachment Marine of the Year in 2000. He volunteered at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital for over 18 years as a shuttle driver. But mostly, John loved being out on the golf course with Sophie and his grandson, Cole. After moving to Carlsbad to live with Lynn and Michael, he still enjoyed playing golf twice a week until just few weeks before his death.
 
A Graveside Service and Interment for both John and Sophie will be held at The New Cemetery of Somerville on Saturday, October 6 at 11:00AM. Arrangements are under the direction of Cusick Funeral Home.
 
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Wreaths Across America or Marine Corps League Foundation in John’s memory.

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Anne M. Patente

September 20, 2018, 10:52 am
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Age 96
Somerville

Anne M. Patente died September 19 at home. Miss Patente was a life long resident of Somerville. She was a Music Teacher for  35 years having been employed by the Edison Board of Education. A graduate of the Juilliard School of Music, NY and received her Masters Degree from Trenton State College, music was Anne's love. She was a performer of Classical, Broadway and Church Music and in her youth performed with the Robert Shaw Collegiate Choir and Rutgers University Chorus and later served as the Choir Director and Organist at the Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville for many years. Her sister Angelina Patente predeceased her. Surviving are her brother Peter Patente, his wife Jeanne and nieces Marianna, Regina and Maria Patente, cousins Helen Salzarulo and James Patente, Godchildren Gordon and George Gunzelman and so many other relatives and dear friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9:30am on Monday, September 24, at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville. Mausoleum entombment to follow at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater.

Visiting hours from 4pm-7pm on Sunday, September 23, at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Anne's memory to the Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Ave., Somerville,NJ 08876
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Florianna Lisay Bieros

September 26, 2018, 9:51 am
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Florianna Lisay Bieros died September 25 after a long illness surrounded by family.  Mrs. Bieros was a resident of Bridgewater.   

She enjoyed a career as a runway model for the New York fashion houses before becoming a war time bride.  Mrs. Bieros served in the Red Cross, the Immaculate Conception Rosary Alter Society and other charities.  For many years Immaculate Conception parishioners enjoyed the beautiful holiday flower arrangements Mrs. Bieros made for the church.  She was passionate about antiques and collectibles.  Mrs. Bieros will be remembered as the devoted matriarch of her family.  

Mrs. Bieros is preceded in death by her husband Edward and son Roger as well as her brother John Lisay and sisters Mary Skochin, Rosemary Suto, Sophia Takacs and Nancy Suto.  

She is survived by sons Kevin and Edward Bieros and daughter Melaine Campbell as well as her granddaughters Danielle DelloBuono, Heather Jenkins, Gianna Bieros, Sophia Bieros and grandsons William Campbell and Edward Bieros.   She is also survived by her great grandchildren Savannah Jenkins, Liam and Audrey Campbell and Gabrielle Bieros as well as many nieces and nephews and their families.   

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00am on Saturday, September 29 at the Immaculate Conception Church, Somerville.  A private family burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Manville.  
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In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be sent to your favorite charities.
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Frances Champion-Lepelletier

October 1, 2018, 5:16 am
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Frances Champion-Lepelletier, loved daughter of Dellier Crenshaw, passed on September 29, 2018. 

Born June 15, 1944, Fran was predeceased by her mother and sister Joan. Fran graduated from Rutgers University, was retired and last worked as an editor at Martindale-Hubbell.

She is survived by her husband Eugene Lepelletier of Somerville, NJ, and her step children, Allison Duvall of Frederick, MD, David Lepelletier of Morris Plains, NJ, and Lori Kitzing of Lincoln, NE.
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Beloved Mother-in-Law of Katrina Lepelletier, Morris Plains, NJ, Jon Paul Duvall of Frederick, MD, and Andrew Kitzing of Lincoln NE.
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Frances’ grandchildren are Graham and Charlie Duvall of Frederick, MD, and one “on the way” of Morris Plains, NJ.
Friends and Family were always welcomed in her home by a loving face, a caring heart and a wicked sense of humor. 
If Fran kidded with you, know that she loved you. Love and laughter were plentiful at Fran and Gene’s home.
Her viewing will be at 10:00 to Noon on October 3rd.  
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In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in her name to the Building Addition Fund for 
the Grace Lutheran Church - 11640 A Street, Walton, NE 68461 where her daughter Lori is the Pastor. 
Thank You and God Bless Fran.
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​Carolyn G. Norris

October 5, 2018, 1:14 pm
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Age 86
Bridgewater

Carolyn G. Norris 86, of Bridgewater, formerly of Irvington, devoted wife of 49 years to David P., mother of Timothy M., Brian A., Carolyn S. and William P., sister of William Riehl, grandmother of 14 and great grandmother to 9. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30am on Monday, October 8, at the Immaculate Conception Church in Somerville. Interment to follow at church cemetery. Visiting hours from 9:30am-11am also on Monday morning at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville.

​In lieu of flowers, make memorial donations to American Cancer Society.

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​Joseph E. Westfield, Jr.

October 7, 2018, 1:38 pm
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1945-2018

Joseph Westfield passed away on October 5 surrounded by his loved ones. He was the oldest of 9 and is survived by his younger siblings: Thomas, Edward, Mark, Margaret, William, Jane, John and Francis.  He is also survived by his 4 children, Heather, Matthew, Lauren and Tara; as well as 7 grandchildren: Maxwell, Jackson, Mason, Amelia, Gavin, Evelyn and Emily. He will also be missed by his loving companion Barbara as well as many more cousins and extended family.  

There will be a viewing on Wednesday, October 10 from 11am-2pm concluding with a prayer service at 2pm. 

Joseph was Born in Indiana in 1945 to Joseph & Jane Westfield.  He was raised in Brooklyn and graduated from St. Francis College in 1966 and enlisted in the Army National Guard Reserves were he served for 25 years and retired with the rank of Captain.  An avid gun collector, he excelled in shooting sports and was a strong advocate for Firearm Safety and Education. He was a member of the Phillipsburg Pistol Club since 2010 where he was the club's Executive Officer in charge of all shooting events and training, as well as the Chief Range Safety Officer and Club Social Director.  He also served as the Shooting Sports Director for the Boy Scouts of America, Monmouth Chapter, at their annual summer camp in Forestburg, NY.    

​In addition to his firearm hobbies, his most favorite pastime was his talent at pig roasts.  Rare was there a weekend during the summer  that Joseph wasn't  booked to provide his friends or friends of friends, with an authentic roast pig experience.  His talent and personality will be sorely missed by all.   

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Stephen Siller Foundations' Gold Star Family or Smart Home Programs. Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation    
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Michael DeAngelo

October 8, 2018, 2:31 pm
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Age 59
Piscataway, NJ

Michael (Ding) DeAngelo was born on May 10, 1959 and died on Oct 3, 2018 at home with family. Michael grew up in Branchburg before moving to Piscataway. He was the owner and operator of Raritan Auto Service for 35 years. Anyone who knew him knew he was a die hard Giants fan, enjoyed vacationing in Myrtle Beach, playing corn hole, and was always the life of the party. Michael was always involved in his community and coached softball for many years. He had so many family members and friends who he loved dearly and he was so loved by so many.

Michael is survived by his wife, Kathleen; daughter Kerry; daughter Kelsey Rose and her husband Robert; daughter Kyla Skoczylas and her husband Matthew; three grandchildren, Cole, Clay and Kennedy; sister Deborah Hill and her husband Mark; nieces, nephews, family and friends. 

Visitation begins at 10:30am on Saturday, October 13, at Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville concluding with aPrayer Service at 11:30am

If you have a photo to share of Michael, please bring it with you. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Michael's name to Cancer Research Institute, Inc.,NY, 29 Broadway, New York, NY 10006.


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Herbert Arnold

October 9, 2018, 2:45 pm
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Age 95
Bridgewater

Herbert Arnold (Herb), resident of Bridgeway Nursing and Rehabilitation Home, Bridgewater, passed away on Thursday, October 4, at the age of 95. Herb previously resided at The Chelsea Assisted Living in Bridgewater. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Mary. Herb and Mary were long-time residents of Somerville, NJ. and members of St Ann’s Roman Catholic Church in Raritan, NJ.
 
Herb’s surname was Aronowitz. He spent his early years in Rahway, NJ with Frank, his father, Rose, his stepmother and Florence, his sister. Ida Applebaum Aronowitz, Herb’s mother died when he was an infant. As a young man Herb enjoyed cycling, swimming and dancing (it is believed that he met Mary at a dance in South River). He served in the Army as a Medical aidman. He learned butchering, the family business, from his father, but Herb did not go into the business.
 
Herb’s vocation was public service for the federal government (he served for over 30 years). His avocation, however, was art. Herb was a talented artist, cartoonist and wood-worker. He delighted his family with drawings, doll houses, scrapbooks and painted pumpkins (before they were a thing). 

​Herb loved birds, trains and music. His bird houses were unique, and his bird feeders were always crowded withneighborhood birds. His train layout was intricate and a magnet for his nieces and nephews. His record collection was well worn and well organized.
 
At the Chelsea assisted living facility he was counted upon to create decorations and posters for activities and social events. After his wife died he was also a sought-afterdance partner.
 
Herb will be lovingly remembered by his sister in-law, Elsie Zimmitti, and his nieces and nephews, Pamela Z. Gendlek, Betty Zimmitti, Nanciann and John Kruse, Carla and Douglas Larson, James Zimmitti, Clare and Erik Zimmitti, Ilaine Lapidus, Michael Lapidus, Ivan and Jenny Lapidus, Francie Schesinger, Nora Beth and Michael Levyas well as many grandnieces and nephews.
 
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, October 11, from 3 to 7 pm at the Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville, NJ. 
A Mass of Christian Burial  will be celebrated 10am on Friday, October 12, 2018, at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, 45 Anderson Street, Raritan. NJ
 
Interment will be in St. Bernard Cemetery, Route 28, Bridgewater, NJ. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. 


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​Ida Mae Field

October 14, 2018, 10:53 am
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Age 82
Somerville

Ida Mae "Robinson" Field, 82, of Somerville NJ, passed away on October 12, 2018 at the RWJ Medical Center, Somerville.

She is predeceased by her beloved husband Bernard "Bernie" Field and surviving her passing are her children Henry Field, Renee Massey, Jeremiah Field, Debra Field, Denise Field, Sharon Field, Nadine Woolley and Marlene Fox and one brother Ralph Johnson. 

Visiting hours from 7pm-9pm on Wednesday, October 17, at the Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Funeral Service will be held 11am on Thursday, October 18, at the funeral home. Burial to follow the New Cemetery, South Bridge St, Somerville.
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Ilean Susan Heffernan

October 22, 2018, 11:55 am
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Age 90
Formerly of Bridgewater

Ilean Susan Heffernan, age 90, of Pennswood Village, Newtown, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully Thursday evening at home surrounded by family.

Visitation will be held at Cusick Funeral Home in Somerville,NJ  on Friday, October 26, 2018, between the hours of 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Bernard of Clairvaux Church in Bridgewater, New Jersey on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at 10:00 am.

Born in Middletown, Connecticut, Ilean moved to Dublin, Ireland with her sisters Mary and Dolores at a very young age. Her travels took her to London, where she met her husband Frank. They were married in 1948. Shortly afterward, Ilean and Frank moved to the United States, where they resided in Middle Village, Queens, New York. 

Ilean was associated with several political groups in addition to working as an aide to various New York City Councilmen. Ilean was an active member of the Girl Scouts of America and church organizations at Resurrection Ascension Parish in Middle Village, New York. After moving to New Jersey, Ilean worked for A.G. Edwards. Ilean developed a love for the game of bridge, enjoyed singing in her church choir and visiting with family and friends. 

Ilean is predeceased by her parents Joseph and Susan, her husband, Frank, and sisters Mary and Dolores. Ilean is survived by her son, William Heffernan (Margaret Ritterbusch) of Ewing, New Jersey and daughter, Tracey Ronquillo (Ruben), of South Brunswick, New Jersey and two grandsons, Michael and Matthew Ronquillo. Ilean is survived by three stepsisters, Frances Green of Coventry, UK, LucilleGerlock of Whitehouse, New Jersey, and Vivian Condon of Dublin, Ireland. 

Her son and his wife would like to thank the staff of Pennswood Village Woolman Pavilion and Hospice Care of Pennswood Village for their support and compassion during Ilean’s illness and final hours.
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Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care by Pennswood Village: 1382 Newtown Langhorne Road, Unit H109 Newtown, PA 18940.
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