Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison, NJ (2026)

04/24/2026

Maria D. Venegas Chavez entered into eternal rest peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, April 23 rd , 2026.

Family and friends are invited to attend visitation on Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029.

Born and raised in Lima, Peru, Maria later made her home in Harrison, where she lived for the past 10 years. From a young age, she worked to support herself and her family, later holding administrative roles and working as a salesperson in the Gamarra district. She pursued studies in Business Administration and earned an associate level education, reflecting her determination, resilience, and commitment to building a better life.

Maria was the eldest daughter and, from a young age, took on a nurturing role in helping care for her younger siblings alongside her mother. She carried this responsibility with quiet strength and deep love. At just nine years old, Maria began working to help her mother make ends meet, a reflection of her selflessness and resilience that would define her entire life.

Throughout her life, Maria devoted herself to others, first to her family growing up, and later to her daughters, Karla and Alessandra, whom she loved unconditionally. She always put their needs before her own, finding purpose in caring for those around her.

She found joy in the simple but meaningful moments of everyday life, waking up early to prepare breakfast, packing lunches, and making sure everything was in place for her family. Maria had a passion for cooking, especially traditional Peruvian dishes, and took pride in preparing meals for the people she loved.

She enjoyed her cleaning days, often playing music by Ricky Martin as she filled her home with warmth and energy. She was also a fan of action films and loved rewatching her favorites, including Star Wars, Taken, and Kill Bill. She especially loved Master Yoda, admiring his wisdom and quiet strength. She also loved watching soccer and could often be heard passionately cheering, and sometimes yelling, at the TV during games.

Maria also had a deep love for learning. She enjoyed watching National Geographic and had a remarkable memory for history, often able to recall details with ease. She loved reading and could always be found with a book in hand, building a collection that felt like thousands over the years. She also enjoyed coloring, finding quiet moments of peace and creativity in it. She was incredibly smart, sharp, and observant.

Though Maria lived a quiet life, her love was constant and could be feltin everything she did. Her kindness extended far beyond her home. She had a deeply generous heart and gave whenever she could. Even when she had very little, she made sure to set aside money each month to donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, always thinking of others before herself.

She is survived by her beloved children, Karla and her husband, Nicolas and Alessandra Nolli. She is also survived by her dear 13 siblings, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. She will also be missed by her sweet cat, Toffee.

She was predeceased by her mother, Carmen Chavez.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Maria, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com

04/19/2026

Thomas P. Dougher, 76, of Harrison, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 16, 2026. A lifelong resident of Harrison, Tom was a “helper”—a veteran, a firefighter, a 9/11 first responder, a devoted husband and father who made all the difference in his community and the lives of those who loved him.

Tom enlisted in the United States Army and was stationed at HQ. Co. US Army Garrison, Long Binh, Republic of South Vietnam from 1969 to 1970. After active duty, Tom served in the New Jersey National Guard at the Armory in Jersey City. He worked for Owens-Illinois Glass Company in North Bergen, NJ. Tom went on to become a career firefighter with the Harrison Fire Department, retiring in 2011 after 27 years of service. In 2001, Tom was awarded the Hometown Hero Award for performing CPR on a Catholic priest who was visiting from Poland. In 2017, Tom was named the Hudson County Veteran of the Year, and was also recognized as an Outstanding Veteran by the NJ Statewide Multicultural Association. In 2018, he was named Citizen of the Year by the Harrison Lions Club. Tom was a recipient of the American Legion Community Service Award. He was Commander of the William Sawelson VFW Post 340, a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus Council 402, and a member of the American Legion Post 282, all of Harrison.

Tom’s extraordinary service to his community and country was only surpassed by his dedication to his family. Tom was the cherished son of the late Thomas and Helen (Trypuc) Dougher. He enjoyed 36 years of marriage to his beloved wife Elaine (Michaelson). Tom was a loving father to Thomas, Amy Solorzano (Aleck), and the late Daniel. He was a proud grandfather to Marcelo Solorzano. He was the dear brother of Helen (Arlene), Joseph (Diane) and the late John. He was the brother-in-law of Nancy and Nicholas Tworischuk, and Joan Michaelson. He was “Uncle Tommy” to Andrew Tworischuk, John Dougher, and Michelle Dougher.
Tom was a true outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and kayaking. He was a past member of the Lower Longwood Lake Cabin Owners Association. He loved spending summers down the shore with his family in Wildwood Crest. Tom enjoyed playing the NJ Lottery and took many trips to Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and various racetracks. He loved sitting outside on “The Edge”—his driveway—to enjoy the sunshine and greet his neighbors. Tom courageously fought a 9-year battle with Parkinson’s disease and will be remembered for his warmth, humor, and quiet strength. He was a hero in every sense of the word.

Tom’s family is forever grateful for all the assistance they received from the Harrison Fire Department and the NJ State Firemen’s Association. They are also deeply grateful for the care Tom received from Visiting Angels (Bayonne, NJ) and Firefighters First, LLC Home Health Care.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029 on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. A funeral mass will be held at Holy Cross Church, Harrison on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 21st from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday morning, April 22nd after 9:00 a.m.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Thomas, please visit www.mulliganfh.com.

Memorial contributions honoring Tom may be made to the Harrison FMBA Local No. 22 (634 Sussex Street, Harrison, NJ 07029). Please also consider making a donation to the Daniel Jude Dougher Memorial Scholarship Fund, which benefits students at High Tech High School. Contributions can be made to the HCST Foundation (Frank J. Gargiulo Campus, One High Tech Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094—kindly list Daniel Jude Dougher Memorial Scholarship on the check memo line.)

04/17/2026

Hector Velarde Tasa of Harrison, New Jersey peacefully entered into eternal rest at home on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. He was 93 years old.

Private funeral services are under the direction of Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ.

Hector was born and raised in Lima, Peru before immigrating to the United States in the 1970s.He settled in Harrison, where he built a life and a home for his family.

Hector was a dedicated baker at Pechter’s in Harrison, where he worked for 38 years until his retirement. The comforting aroma of fresh bread he brought home from work remains a cherished memory for his family. Though Harrison was his home, Hector remained deeply connected to his roots, traveling often to Peru to visit loved ones and enjoy his favorite traditional foods. A true trailblazer, he and his wife worked tirelessly to provide a better life for their children. He took great pride in the accomplishments of his grandchildren and found immense joy in their many achievements.

Hector was a huge soccer fan who spent his time watching matches or reading sports articles on his iPad. He also loved to unwind with classic movies, often sharing these moments with his grandkids.

He is survived by his loving children, Lucia, Florencio, Patricia, Omar Velarde, and Clarisa Claeyssen; his cherished 19 grandchildren; and 20 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his dear siblings, Edgardo, Maruja, and Victor Velarde, along with many nieces and nephews.

Hector was predeceased by his beloved wife, Adriana Velarde, in 2013, and by his two children, Adriana and Hector Velarde.

To send a condolence message or share a fond memory of Hector, please visit www.mulliganfh.com.

As per request of the family, since the services will be private, please OMIT flowers.

03/18/2026

Charles J. Bubenas, Jr. lifelong resident of East Newark, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 6th, 2026. He was 63 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, March 20th, 2026 at 10:15am. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Kearny at 11:00am. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, NJ. Family and friends of Charles are invited to attend his visitation on Friday morning from 8:30am to 10:15 am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Charles, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born in Belleville and raised in East Newark. Charles worked at Verizon in Madison and thereafter spent many years working at Stop & Shop in Lyndhurst.

Charles was a devout Catholic who had a deep love for animals. He will be remembered as a devoted son, brother and uncle who cared deeply for his family.

He was a railway enthusiast and an avid fan of Clint Eastwood movies and chocolate. Some of his hobbies included collecting model trains, photography, gardening, and cars. He also enjoyed driving and spending time with pets, family, and friends.

He is survived by his beloved niece, Victoria Alzza, nephew, John Charles Alzza, and his brother-in-law, Juan J. Alzza.

Charles was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Elizabeth Bubenas sister, Cynthia A. Alzza, and cousin, Anna Kasparitis.

03/07/2026

Kathleen Buehler of Wharton, NJ, formerly of Harrison, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 2nd, 2026. She was 90 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 9:15am. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Harrison at 10:00am. Her Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Kathleen and her family are invited to attend her visitation on Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm and Friday morning after 9:00am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Kathleen, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born and raised in Newark in Pennington Court Kathleen later made Wharton her home, where she lived for the past 20 years. She had lived in Harrison for many years prior to that. She worked for many years as a dedicated Waitress at the Zig Zag Restaurant, where she was known for her friendly service to everyone.

Predeceased by her husband, Alfred J. Buehler (2005) Kathleen is survived by her three loving children, Jackie Oeckel (Fred), Janet Vidreiro and John Pearn, eight cherished grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her dear sister Maureen Gomez, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her sister, Agnes Marquetti and brothers, Patrick and James O’Connor.

03/06/2026

Vincent L. Franco, a lifelong resident of Harrison, NJ entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026. He was 88 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 9:15 am. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Harrison at 10:00 am. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Vincent and his family are invited to attend his visitation on Sunday, March 8, 2026 from 2:00pm to 7:00pm and Monday morning after 8:45am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Vincent, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born in Newark and raised in Harrison, Vincent dedicated his life to education and to the students of his community. He began his career as a History School Teacher in the Harrison School District, where he went on to serve as Principal of Washington Middle School. Vincent also served as a Curriculum Coordinator, worked for the Harrison Adult ESL Night School, and was an active member of the Harrison Board of Education. In the past, he was also a proud member of The Optimist Club of Harrison and the New Jersey Education Association.

He earned his Undergraduate Degree and Masters of Education Degree from Montclair State Teachers College in Upper Montclair, NJ. In addition, he was a professional accordion player and teacher for 35 years, and was best known for his humor, joke telling and words of wisdom. He had an appreciation for his ‘home away from home’, Point Pleasant Beach, and he took pride as Winemaker of the ‘Franco wine’.

Predeceased by his wife, Josephine (2000) Vincent is survived by his loving son, Lance and his wife, Ana, his cherished grandchildren, Joseph, Lucas, Chase, Bella Franco and Amy Reynolds, his dear nephews, Richard (Elizabeth), Michael(Kathie) and Kevin (Natalya) Sullivan. He is also survived by many great nieces and nephews.

Vincent was predeceased by his sister Theresa Sullivan and hisparents, Michael and Grace Franco.

03/01/2026

John W. Enright Sr. of North Arlington, NJ entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. He was 71 years old.

A funeral service will be held at the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, March 6th, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Friends and relatives of John and his family are invited to attend his visitation on Friday, March 6th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Born in Jersey City, John was raised in Harrison where he played football and basketball. He would go on to coach football. Known by many as Mr. E. His door was always open to any of his children’s friends and where many came to eat lunch or have Saturday breakfast before a football game. His open door policy didn’t end when his children finished school it continued to his annual Fourth of July parties that will always bring up funny memories.
John was known for more than just his beautiful blue eyes and infatuating smile. He was the guy who was ready to bust anyone’s balls. No one was safe from his jokes. He was always willing to go out for a drink especially on Fridays. He would call them Good Fridays. He could talk your ear off about sports and make you have a good belly laugh. He loved to golf and fish with his buddies.
John was an amazing friend, loving husband, beloved uncle, great brother, and the world’s best grandfather.
John will be beating his son, John W. Enright Jr., in golf and playing Yahtzee with his daughter, Carol L. Enright in eternal peace.
He is predeceased by his extremely missed children, John W. Enright Jr. and Carol L. Enright, his parents, Marion and David Martin, his brothers, Raymond and Francis Enright; and his beloved Sister in Laws, Mary Ann Enright and Georgia Enright.
He is survived by his beautiful wife, Leonor Hernandez; loving step children, Radhames (Eileen Cuadra) and Xiomara Hernandez (Matt Popowicz);sweet granddaughter, Maya Moccia ; the apple of his eye his granddaughter, Sarenna Naomi Enright; the only person to ever beat him in horse his amazing niece, Laurie Ann Enright; and dear brother and sister, Dennis Enright Sr. and Donna Martin.

John was loved by many and his presence will be missed. Every room he is no longer in will be a little less bright and the sounds of laughter will be fewer.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of John, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

02/16/2026

Hsiang-Ling Chu, a woman of boundless warmth and unwavering optimism, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026. Hsiang-Ling, 76, lived a life defined by her deep devotion to her family and her remarkable ability to find beauty in every moment.

Hsiang-Ling’s greatest joy was found in her partnership with her beloved husband, Roung-Chen. Together, they built a foundation of love that extended through generations. She was a guiding light to her children - Shelley and her husband Robert, Jenn and her husband Chris, Henry and his wife Leysan.

As a grandmother, she poured her heart into her seven grandchildren—Amber, Jillian, Leah, Cameron, Julianna, Isabelle, and Arielle—leaving each of them with cherished memories.

To know Hsiang-Ling was to know true generosity. She navigated life with a rare, infectious optimism that could brighten the darkest room. Whether through a helping hand, a comforting word, or her signature grace, she made the world softer and kinder for everyone who crossed her path.

Her spirit lives on in the laughter of her grandchildren and the enduring values of compassion and resilience she instilled in her family.

Hsiang-Ling will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love will remain an eternal bloom in the hearts of those who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation at https://www.helpfightra.org/donations/ in memory of Hsiang-Ling Chu.

02/07/2026

Joan Cosman of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Harrison, NJ entered into eternal rest at home on Sunday, February 1st, 2026. She was 91 years old.

A funeral service will be held at the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland
Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 at Noon. Friends and relatives of Joan and her family may visit on Tuesday, February 10th from 10:00am to Noon. Her entombment will follow in Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, North Arlington.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Joan, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Joan was born and raised in Harrison, and relocated to Florida in 1995, where she resided in St. Petersburg for the past 30 years.

Joan was a devoted parishioner of St. Cecilia’s Church, Kearny when she lived locally.

She is survived by her beloved sons Brian (Mirka), Kevin (Sharon), Derrick (Jennie), and Shawn (Gina) Cosman, her dear brother, John Wolenski, her cherished grandchildren, Michael, Andrew, and Bryan, and her sister in laws, Loretta and Barbara Wolenski.

She was predeceased by her husband Robert A. Cosman, her grandson, Kelly Cosman, and her brothers, Robert and Raymond Wolenski.

02/06/2026

Jan Zmuda of Kearny, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026. He was 86 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 9:00am. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison at 10:00am. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Jan and his family may visit the funeral home on Friday, February 6th, 2026 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm and Saturday morning after 8:30am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Jan, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born in Partynia, Poland Jan later moved to New Jersey in 1993 with his wife and two youngest children and eventually settled in Kearny. He worked as a Tool and Die Mechanic for United Die Company, Kearny for many years where he retired from in 2019. He greatly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and he was an avid reader. He was a Parishioner of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Harrison, NJ for many years.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Maria Zmuda, loving children, Stanislaw (Bronislawa), Jozef (Marta), Dorota Kilian (Wieslaw), Bogdan (Bozena), Pawel (Joanna) and Marzena Zmuda Dudek (Daniel), his 19 cherished grandchildren, 19 dear great-grandchildren and siblings, Marian and Kazimierz Zmuda. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers and a sister.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 115 South Third Street, Harrison, NJ 07029 or in care of the funeral home in loving memory of Jan.

02/03/2026

Susan Scott of Belleville, entered into eternal rest on Friday, January
30 th , 2026.

She was 64 years old.A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029 on Saturday, February 7 th , 2026 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Susan was born in Orange and raised in Bloomfield before making
Belleville her permanent home in 1982. It was there she met Steven
Scott, and the two were married in 1994.

Susan enjoyed music and had a deep love for animals, especially cats.

Susan loved spending time at the park, especially in the Autumn and Springtime to enjoy the scenery. She enjoyed going out for tea and coffee with her daughter. She was also fond of the beach and reveled in the beauty of the ocean. Collecting sea shells and crystals also brought her immense joy. Susan took great pleasure in listening to music, especially by her favorite artist, Stevie Nicks. Journaling and coloring were also a few pastimes that brought her happiness.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Steven Scott, and her beloved daughter, Stephanie Scott. Susan is also survived by her brother-in-law, Andrew, dear sisters in law, Carolyn, Ann Marie, Barbara, and Rene; and her cherished nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her mother Norma, her uncles Tommy and
Bernie, and her brother, Carl Langemeier.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Susan, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, feel free to make a donation to American Lung
Association Donation Processing Center PO Box 70360 Philadelphia, PA
19176 in loving memory of Susan

01/23/2026

Diane Hicks of Kearny, NJ entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 18, 2026. She was 49 years old.

Private funeral services are under the direction of Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison, on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at Noon.

Born in Newark, NJ, Diane was raised in Harrison before making her home in Kearny, where she lived for the last 38 years. She was a worked as a lunch aide at Garfield Elementary School in Kearny where she was known for her kindness and genuine care for the children she served.

She also volunteered her time at Saint Cecilia’s Church food pantry for many years.

Diane is survived by her dear siblings, Roseann Ferares and her husband, Peter, and James Hicks and his wife Diane; her stepfather, Richard Mascola and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her brother, Norman Hicks, and her mother, Catherine Mascola.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Diane, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

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