Obituaries

Jan 15, 2026

Bryan Kevin Bastian, born on November 2, 1955, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026 at the age of 70. A devoted son, brother, uncle, and friend, Bryan lived a life marked by faith, kindness, and quiet generosity. He is now reunited in the loving hands of God with his parents, Joan and William Bastian, and his beloved brother, Robert...

Jan 13, 2026

With heavy hearts we share that Christopher Haugh, 69 years, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, in Bergenfield, New Jersey. Chris was born on October 1, 1956, in Bronx, New York to Roxanne and Brendan Haugh.

Chris graduated from Tenafly High School and attended classes at Ramapo College. After exploring different types of jobs, he selected an occupation that allowed...

Jan 9, 2026

Virginia (Gea) K. Knowles (neé Pingelski), of Bergenfield, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was married to her first true love Michael Knowles, with whom she shared 57 devoted years of marriage.

Gea was a loving and dedicated mother to Michael Knowles and his wife Lia; Pamela Bowker and her husband George. She was...

Jan 2, 2026

Arthur E. Essman, known to everyone as Artie, a lifelong resident of Bergenfield and a dedicated public servant, passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 73. Born in Englewood, NJ, on September 15, 1952, Artie built a life defined by loyalty, hard work, and a deep investment in his community.

Artie was a pillar of Bergenfield for decades....

Jan 1, 2026

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Dec 31, 2025

Keivan Notghi, born on May 11th, 1975, in Iran, entered everlasting peace on December 31st, 2025. He was the beloved son of Masoumeh Sabeti and Iraj Notghi. Not only was he a son, but he was also a loving brother who will be missed dearly by his siblings.

Keivan was a civil engineer, already accomplished in Iran before continuing his education...

Dec 29, 2025

Dec 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Emmanuel Quito Bautista, 74, of Bergenfield, NJ, who left us peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025.

Born on February 13, 1951, in Pampanga, Philippines, to the late Alfredo Gaddi Bautista and Gloria Quito Bautista, Emmanuel eventually followed in his brothers’ footsteps to begin a new chapter in America. Shortly before his journey, he...

Dec 22, 2025

Joan C. Compton (neé Wild), of Bergenfield, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, after a brief battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Neal Compton, with whom she shared 32 devoted years of marriage.

Joan was a loving and dedicated mother to Nancy Compton; Susan Agamy and her husband Ayman; William Compton;...

Dec 16, 2025

Donna Francine Rumian, 72, passed away peacefully at Alaris at The Chateau in Rochelle Park.

Born in Bayonne, New Jersey, Donna was a woman whose life was defined by love, faith, and selflessness. She was a devout Catholic and carried her faith quietly but deeply, allowing it to guide the way she cared for others and faced life’s challenges.

Donna lived for...

Dec 12, 2025

June Marie Gallagher, formerly of Bergenfield, passed away on December 12, 2025. 

She is predeceased by Mom, Catherine C. Gallagher (nee Coneys) and Dad, Andrew P. Gallagher. 

Survived by brothers Andrew and wife Roseanna, William and wife Rene, Thomas and wife Cristina. Loving Aunt to Michael, Jennifer, William, Evan, Thomas, Gerard, and Catherine. Great Aunt to Liam, Owen, and Jesse. 

June was a graduate...

Dec 6, 2025

Rosemarie Dana, a singer and actress whose career spanned six decades—from a 1955 win on Arthur Godfrey’s Talent Scouts to a 24-year run at Radio City Music Hall and TV credits including Guiding Light and The Sopranos—died Dec. 6 of complications from dementia at the Actors Fund Home in Englewood, N.J. She was 97.

Affectionately known as Rosie, she was born...

Dec 5, 2025

Nov 12, 2025

WINIFRED M. DISCEPOLO

1943-2025

Winifred M. “Wendy”(nee Tyne), died November 12, 2025, at the age of 82, in Long Island, NY, after a brief illness. Wendy was born on June 11, 1943 to Charles and Winfred Tyne. She grew up in Bergenfield, NJ and the only girl in family of 6 children. Ms. Discepolo attended high school at St. Cecilia ’61 in...

Nov 5, 2025

Oct 30, 2025

Patricia Ida Walther Wagner (1934 - 2025)

Patricia Wagner of Bergenfield, New Jersey, passed away on October 30, 2025, at the age of 91 after a brief illness. Affectionately known as “GG Pat” since the birth of her first great-grandchild, she was born in Union City, New Jersey, on January 13, 1934, to Frank Walther and May Hansen. Pat is survived...

Oct 27, 2025

Grace L. DeRubeis (Ward) of Middletown, New York, formerly of Bergenfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on October 27th, 2025. She was predeceased by her parents, Loretta, and Joseph Ward, and her brother Kenneth Ward and is survived by her niece Gabriele Diaby, sister-in-law Donna Ward, and long time friends Florence, and Marvin Roswadowsky, Thomas Ramos,Kevin Hartwick and Rich Berlin.

Grace...

Oct 19, 2025

Michael J. Policastri, 50 of Dumont passed away on October 19, 2025. Beloved husband of Theresa (nee Armbruster). Loving father of Sophia. Beloved son of John (deceased) and Mary Policastri (nee Donohue). Dear brother of Jennifer and husband John Sabatie and Steven and wife Lisa Policastri. Michael is survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Visiting Friday 4-9 PM at...

Oct 7, 2025

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Joseph Conroy T. Straun of Bergenfield passed away on October 7, 2025. Loving father of Samuel Strann, Wauline Strann, Loren Strann, Romeo Strann, Maria Strann, Nicole Parker, Ken Strann and Colleen Strann. Dear brother of Asman Strann, Edman Strann and Freddy Strann. Cherished grandfather of 10 and great grandfather of 1. Visiting at Riewerts Memorial Home, 187 So. Washington Ave.,...

Oct 3, 2025

Andrew (Andy) DePietro, 83, of Bergenfield, NJ

September 15, 1942 – October 3, 2025

With profound sadness, we share that Andrew (Andy) Vincent DePietro, 83, passed away peacefully in his home in Bergenfield, New Jersey, on October 3, 2025.

Originally from Cliffside Park, NJ, Andy began his career as an electrician, working proudly alongside his father and brother. He was a dedicated and...