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11/04/2025

Angelo W. Lovallo Sr.

Angelo William Lovallo, Sr, born on August 29, 1940, went home to the Lord peacefully at home with his loving son, Angelo, by his side on June 13, 2025.

Angelo was a tool and Die Maker by trade, working for Patal Tool & Die and Heyco Tool & Die. His career began after graduating from Central High School, Newark, NJ. His Uncle, Joseph Lambroschino was instrumental in guiding him toward and through this journey. Angelo progressed through his tradecraft and became well respected for his abilities of precision, accuracy, and on time production. He was promoted to Project/Floor Supervisor. Angelo trained onboarding tool & diemakers. He received a Certificate in CNC Machining, which utilized computer programmed Die cutting, later in his career. Angelo also became a licensed Real Estate agent, part time, for Weichert Realtors in Westfield through the encouragement of his Army reserves buddy, Mel Lissner.

Angelo was born and raised in Newark NJ. During that time, he met and married his childhood sweetheart, Diane J. Weiler. They moved to Irvington, then to Cranford where they raised their family before retiring to Little Egg Harbor NJ, spending the winter months in Naples, Florida. After his wife, Diane passed, he moved to Manahawkin, NJ.

Angelo made many friendships throughout his life. Many of these were related to his hobbies of bowling and being an active member of his church. Later in life, he made friends playing golf, cards and through his wife Diane, who was a very sociable and active person. She always encouraged him to enjoy those friendships. He enjoyed lifelong friendships established through his time as an Army Reservist at Fort Dix, now known as Joint base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst in NJ. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 14615, associated with St. John The Apostle Church located in Linden, NJ. At one time, Angelo was an elected Grand Knight of the Council. He very much enjoyed the camaraderie and the friendships he had with his fellow members.

Angelo was predeceased by his mother, Angela Lovallo; his father William Lovallo; his sister, Carmella Manrodt; his brother, William Lovallo and his sister, Joan Storch. His wife, Diane Lovallo, nee Weiler passed away before him, May 31, 2021. He always referred to her as “My Sweetheart” and mourned her each and every day since her passing.

Angelo is survived by his loving and devoted family, daughter Lisa and Antoine (Tony) Chaia and son Angelo W. and Rosemarie Lovallo, Jr., his brother Basil Lovallo, his sisters-in-law Joanne Weiler, Elizabeth and her husband Alan Cook, Judy Muldoon and her life partner Phil Munkacsy, his grandchildren Michael, his wife Katie and 1st great grandson Anthony, Angelo, Victoria (Tori) and Angelo Joseph (AJ), and cousin through Diane, Barbara Geiger and her husband John Geiger and family.

Angelo is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and cousins within the Lovallo, Storch, Lambroschino, Weiler, and Herpich families.

Angelo was a loving husband, father and grandfather who spent time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s many activities such as watching his granddaughter Tori perform on stage and his grandsons Michael, Angelo and AJ play baseball, football and in musical venues. Angelo especially enjoyed introducing the game of golf to Michael, Angelo, and AJ. They would play golf or practice driving together.

Angelo was a disciplined and hardworking person. Always anticipating what needed to be accomplished set goals for himself and his family. He instilled his work ethic and his motto of being self-reliant into the daily lives of his children and grandchildren. He never let a teaching moment go by whether it was learning how to sketch, changing the oil on the car, or the art of becoming “street smart”. He always encouraged them to do their best.

On November 15, 2025, a Funeral Mass for Angelo Lovallo will be conducted at 10:00AM at St. John’s the Apostle Church located at 1805 Penbrook Terrace, Linden NJ 07036.

Graveside service for Angelo and Diane Lovallo to follow, 11:15AM at Graceland Memorial Park and Mausoleum located at 1900 Galloping Hill Road, Kenilworth NJ 07033.

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11/03/2025

Robert A. Green

Robert “Bob” Green 1941 – 2025

Robert A. Green, 84, of Manahawkin, NJ, passed on October 28, 2025.

Robert “Bob” Green was born in Riverside, New Jersey, in 1941 to Thomas and Kathryn Green, and grew up in Burlington Township. He attended St. Paul’s School and graduated from Burlington City High School in 1959. In 1963, Bob married his sweetheart, Dolores and together they built a life rooted in love, laughter, and family.

After serving two years in the U.S. Army, Bob worked for most of his career with Airco Industrial Gases and later at Jade Run Sod Farm. A dedicated worker and loyal teammate, he played for and managed the Airco softball team and also found joy in coaching his daughter Wendy’s sports teams.

An athlete in his youth, Bob played CYO basketball and ran track, but his love for activity extended far beyond sports. He found peace and happiness on the water—boating, fishing, and crabbing—and expressed his creativity through bird carving and tinkering in the garage. Bob was always ready to lend a hand, often fixing whatever was broken for friends and family.

Bob was a man of deep faith, devoted to the Rosary and to the Blessed Mother, Mary. His faith guided his life and gave him strength, compassion, and serenity that touched everyone who knew him.

Bob was a kind and gentle soul, known for his easy smile, generous heart, and ever-ready Irish jokes. He enjoyed a good game of pool or cards, countless rounds of Scrabble, and the quiet satisfaction of completing a puzzle. Above all, he cherished time spent with the people he loved.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, but his warmth, humor, and kindness will live on in the stories shared and the memories treasured by those he touched.

He is predeceased by his parents and brothers Tom and Jack and survived by his wife Dolores, his daughter Wendy and partner Tom, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Bucky and Cookie, and sister-in-law Christine, godchildren, and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 10:00 am until his Mass of Christian Burial, 11:00 am, at St. Mary Of The Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

Donations to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers would be greatly appreciated.

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10/30/2025

James Robert Hutcheson

James Robert Hutcheson, age 81, of Surf City, Long Beach Island, NJ passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

Jim was born February 18, 1944, in San Antonio, TX. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war. Some of his accomplishments included sharpshooter designation and he earned the National Defense Service Metal. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by F.B.I., Philadelphia, PA as a Special Agent. Jim loved woodworking, fishing, boating around Long Beach Island and the Barnegat Inlet, scrapping, bird watching, gardening, and especially, spending time with his grandchildren. He always had a joke or a pun ready to share. He will surely be missed by all.

He is predeceased by his parents, Robert Rappleyea Betty Jo (LeFavour) Hutcheson.

Jim is survived by his wife, Lynn (Inkpen) Hutcheson, his two daughters, Meredith Ray and Juliet Haberbusch & her husband Tom, his son, Hector Hutcheson, his two sisters, Cathy Heller & her husband Jim and Janice McCann, his grandchildren; Madison Ray, Emily & Owen Haberbusch, and Carter, Sophia & Evan Hutcheson, as well as his many loving nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 2PM on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 5800 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, NJ 08008.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his memory to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.

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10/28/2025

Albert John Simons

Albert John Simons, age 82, of West Creek, NJ passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025.

Born April 16, 1943, in Scranton, PA., he lived in Scranton and Glendale PA. prior to West Creek where he resided since 1962. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard during the Vietnam war from 1961 to 1965. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection & Insurance Company, Wayne, PA. as a Boiler Inspector. He was a member of the American Legion, post #493, Little Egg Harbor, NJ.

Albert is predeceased by his parents, Albert and Eva Guennel Simons, his wife Donna L. Molineaux Simons in 2006 and his sister Joan Warner.

He is survived by his daughter Leigh Simons & her significant other Eamon, his son Albert J. Simons Jr. & his significant other Beth, his sister Mildred Bochancow and his companion Joanne Healy Stevely.

Visiting hours will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 7pm to 9pm and Friday October 31 from 10:30 am until his funeral service, 11:30am at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. Interment will follow at Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ.

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10/21/2025

To the Catholic families we serve,
The governor of our state passed a bill allowing human composting to be a legal means of disposition. We have had some families ask about this process and if it is approved by the Catholic Church. Please see the attached article written by Bishop O’Connell and published in this month’s The Monitor, the official publication of the archdiocese of trenton. This will certainly answer all of your questions regarding the process and the church’s official stance.

10/16/2025

Catherine Grieco

Catherine Grieco (nee Marino), age 89, of Manahawkin, NJ passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

Born April 11, 1936, in Jersey City, NJ, she lived in the Marion section of Jersey City prior to Manahawkin where she resided for the last 25 years. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Siperstein's, Jersey City, NJ as a Bookkeeper. Catherine was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Jersey City where she was also a member of the choir. She loved knitting especially with her group of friends, forming an unofficial knitting club.

She is predeceased by her husband, Dominick Grieco and her brother, Michael J. Marino.

Catherine is survived by her two sons, Thomas and Pat Grieco and his wife Donna, her daughter Suzanne Nash and her husband Lorenzo, her four grandchildren; Anthony and his wife Vanessa, Arielle and her husband Matthew, Nicole and her husband Pablo and Alexis, her six great grandchildren; Makayla, Isabella, Zoe, Aurora, Dominick and Archer, and her many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 2pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 11am on Tuesday, October 21 at St. Mary of the Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 340 Ridge Road, North Arlington, NJ 07031.

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10/10/2025

George R. DiMatteo

George R. DiMatteo, age 59, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at home.

Born July 14, 1966, in Paterson, NJ, he most recently resided in Manahawkin, NJ. George worked for PSE&G as a supervisor for 36 years before retiring. After retirement, he kept active working as a security officer for Ocean County College and Southern Ocean Medical Center. George loved visiting Murrells Inlet, SC. He also enjoyed playing golf, NASCAR, cooking for his family and friends, listening to live music, attending community theater shows and fixing cars. He was always there to help anyone in need. He would give you "the shirt off his back". He was affectionately known as the mayor and dad to all, especially the students at Ocean County College. He was a “tell it like it is" guy and very protective of his family. He was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Manahawkin and served as a volunteer firefighter in Totowa, NJ while he was a resident.

He is survived by his by his parents, Idario and Margarita (Lavorgnia) DiMatteo, his wife Marinella M. (Menucci) DiMatteo, his daughters; Erica DiMatteo & her fiancée Derek and Marcella Aboyoun & her boyfriend Domenic, his sons; Christopher DiMatteo & his wife Yasmin, Michael DiMatteo and Dante Aboyoun, his brothers; Luca DiMatteo & his wife Laura and Steven DiMatteo & his wife Jean. He also survived by his beautiful granddaughter, Aurora DiMatteo, and his many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts & uncles.

A memorial Mass be celebrated 10:30am on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at St. James Church, 32 St. James Place, Totowa, NJ. Additionally, a celebration of George’s life will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025, 2pm at the Stafford Township Emergency Medical Services Building, 365 E. Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ.

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10/05/2025

Salvatore A. Careri

Salvatore A. Careri, age 89, of Manahawkin, NJ passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at home.

Born October 19, 1935 in Cliffside Park, NJ, he lived in Fort Lee, NJ prior to Manahawkin where he resided full-time since 2014. Sal served as an infantryman in the U.S. Army and achieved the rank of Corporal. He was a NJ State Trooper prior to joining the Fort Lee Police Department where he became the Deputy Chief of Police, serving his community for 38 years before retiring in 1999. Sal loved visiting Atlantic City and supporting the NY Yankees and NY football Giants. His passion was his family where he would entertain them at the "Smiley House".

Sal is predeceased by his two brothers, Patsy and Joseph Careri, and his sister, Katherine DeMercurio.

He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Joyce (McIndoe), his daughter Joanne Ciambrone & her significant other Donald Galdi, his son Salvatore Careri & his wife Denise, and his sister Marie Medaglia. He will be greatly missed by his five grandchildren: Jessica, Kaitlyn, Christopher, Salvatore, and Christina, and his five great grandchildren: Sadie, Will, Harper, Sawyer and Brody.

Mausoleum entombment and committal service will be held 1:00pm on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at Madonna Cemetery & Mausoleum, 2070 Hoefleys Lane, Ft. Lee, NJ 07024.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in his memory to Blood Cancer United at www.bloodcancerunited.org

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10/02/2025

Edward A. Conlon III

Edward A. Conlon III, age 65, of Plymouth, Vermont, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

Born and raised in Kearny, NJ, Ed later lived in the Beach Haven West section of Manahawkin before venturing north. After leaving New Jersey, he spent 10 memorable years on Nantucket, where he met his future wife. Together, they moved to Vermont, where they built a life and raised their beloved son, Sean—Ed’s pride and joy. A self-employed contractor and master carpenter, Ed was a gifted and passionate woodworker who took immense pride in his craft. He worked alongside Sean, passing down his skills and sharing the joy of building something with his hands.

Ed had a love for the outdoors and a profound appreciation for nature and wildlife. In his earlier years, Ed loved to surf and ski, and he remained active through golfing and hiking. He was a devotee of the Grateful Dead and had a lifelong passion for history, with a remarkable depth of knowledge.

Ed’s booming, contagious laugh could light up any room and bring a smile to anyone’s face. He was a proud member of the Manahawkin Elks and the Loyal Order of the Moose, Beach Haven Lodge. His warmth, humor, and love of life will be remembered by all who knew him.

He was predeceased by his father, Edward A. Conlon Jr.; his sister, Sharon Baguchinsky; and many beloved aunts and uncles.

Ed is survived by his son, Sean Conlon, and Sean’s girlfriend, Lauren; his mother, Vera A. (Revill) Conlon; his sisters, Karen Evilsizor and her husband Jerry, and Vera Allen and her husband Tom; his brothers, William Conlon and Thomas Conlon; his life partner, Patricia Springstead and her children; his former wife, Debra Staniscia; many loving nieces and nephews, and so many friends.

A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM until the time of his blessing service at 12:30 PM at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

A Celebration of Life will be held in Vermont at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Alliance for a Living Ocean at www.alolbi.org

Fare you well, fare you well — I love you more than words can tell ~ Grateful Dead

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10/02/2025

Gabriel Saldana

In Loving Memory of Gabriel “Gabe” Mathew Saldana August 8, 2008 – September 30, 2025

With hearts filled with love and sorrow, we celebrate the life of Gabriel Mathew Saldana, affectionately known as Gabe, who passed away at the young age of 17 on September 30, 2025. From the moment he entered this world on August 8, 2008, Gabe radiated light, kindness, and warmth. He was inspiring, bright, and endlessly driven to do good in the world. His heart was as big as his dreams, and his compassion knew no limits — he would give his skin if he had nothing else left to give. Gabe was deeply loved by his family and by a chosen family of friends who became an inseparable part of his world. His humor could fill a room with laughter, his energy could lift any spirit, and his presence made life more beautiful for everyone who knew him. Music was one of Gabe’s greatest joys — he listened to every kind, finding connection and meaning in every beat and lyric. Whether he was laughing with his friends, sharing his big dreams, or just being his witty, loving self, Gabe reminded everyone that life is richer when it’s filled with love and laughter. Though his time here was far too short, Gabe’s spirit, kindness, and love will forever live in the hearts of all who knew him. His memory will continue to inspire those he touched to be kinder, laugh louder, and love harder — just as he did every day.

He is predeceased by his mother, Lauren Elena Saldana, grandfather, Demetrio Saldana, and his great grandparents, Arlene & Lawrence Fredella.

Gabe is survived by his sister, Madison Saldana, his brother Giovanni, his father Mathew Saldana, his grandparents Dean & Laura Gulden, his grandmother Gina Wexler, his aunt and uncle Kayla and Sam Dudley, his best friend Nathan Curry, and his many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A memorial gathering will take place on Sunday, October 12, 2025, from 1 PM to 5 PM at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 11 AM on Monday, October 13 at St. Mary of the Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. Interment will be private.

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09/30/2025

Karen I. Ross

Karen ‘Kippy’ Ross of Waretown, NJ passed away peacefully September 26, 2025, at the age of 79.

Born and raised of Franklin and Gertrude Pharo in Tuckerton, NJ she moved to Manahawkin, NJ with her husband, Darrol Ross and raised their three children for 25 years. She worked in real estate, was a member of the Manahawkin Baptist Church and served as president of Stafford Township PTA. She then moved to Brick NJ, established a paralegal career and served LePore and Luizzi Law Firm dependably for many years before retiring to Waretown in 2018.

Kippy was known for her soft-spoken kindness with a great sense of humor. She was a bookworm and history buff but also passionate about travel, camping, hiking, biking and quality time with family.

She is predeceased by her parents Gertrude Pharo, Franklin Pharo and her brother Walter Pharo.

She is survived by her children: Darrol Ross Jr. and his wife Denise, Jeff Ross and his wife Jen, Julie Juliano and her husband Rich, her grandchildren: Madison, Morgan, Mackenzie, Christopher and Hunter, her sister Wendy Mathis, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

An open invitation is extended to celebrate her life on Saturday October 18, 2025, from 3pm to 5pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Rd, Manahawkin NJ 08050.

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09/29/2025

Salvatore Frank Giordano

Salvatore Frank Giordano, age 81, of New Freedom, PA passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at home surrounded by his loving family. Sal was the son of the late Frank and Marie Giordano.

Born in Jersey City, NJ on February 14, 1944, he resided in New Freedom PA for the last 40 years, spending summers in Manahawkin, NJ and winters in Melbourne Beach, FL. Prior to his retirement, Sal had a successful career as a telecommunications engineer for Lucent Technologies. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army 173rd Airborne Brigade during the Vietnam war.

Sal was a dedicated member of the Manahawkin Elks. His favorite events to volunteer were the Run for the Fallen and taking fellow veterans fishing. He enjoyed tending to his garden, playing bocce, watching football, and was an avid fisherman and deer hunter. Above all else, his greatest joy was spending time with his family who were everything to him. He was loved by all who knew him and will be dearly missed.

Sal built a wonderful life with his wife of 61 years Jeanette (Savarese) Giordano. His legacy lives on in his three children: Gina Haws and her husband Michael, Michelle Ciaurro and her husband Martin, and Frank Giordano and his wife Nicole, his seven grandchildren: Brandon, Danielle and her husband Roger, Alex and her fiancée Dorian, Tyler, Sierra and her fiancée Samuel, Madeline and Nicholas, and his two great grandchildren: Aly and Andrew.

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 1pm to 5pm and Monday October 6 from 10am to 10:30am at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 11:00 am on Monday, October 6 at St. Mary's Church, 747 W. Bay Ave., Barnegat, NJ 08005. Interment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 283 Beachview Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

Flowers will be accepted, or a donation may be made in his memory to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation at https://t2t.org

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