Scanlan's: Where Life is Celebrated

11/10/2025

Thomas “Tommy” M. Siemonsma, a devoted family man, proud firefighter, and steadfast community servant, died peacefully on November 8, 2025 in the care of his loving family at his longtime home in Pompton Plains. He was 78.

Born in Passaic, Tom was the beloved son of the late Michael and Cath...

11/09/2025

David L. Stevens, Jr. passed away peacefully from advanced prostate cancer on November 6, 2025 at home under the care of his devoted sister, Monica.

Born in Lexington, Kentucky, David was the son of David and Therese Stevens. He spent much of his childhood in Montclair, New Jersey. In 1989, ...

11/08/2025

Denis Molnar, age 89 passed peacefully at home with his loving family by his side, on November 6, 2025. He was born February 4, 1936 in Union City, NJ to Joseph and Anna Molnar.

Denis built a fulfilling 40 year career in accounting at Exxon Research and Engineering, where he first met his f...

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11/06/2025

Dorothy Caroline Sarto, 97, of Pompton Plains, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Philip and Mary Rollins. She graduated from New Utrecht High School and began her career with Young & Rubicam in New York Cit...

11/06/2025

Jacquelyn (Jackie) Martens, 72, formerly living in Kinnelon, passed away peacefully on November 3rd.
Jackie was born in Montclair, NJ on December 7, 1952. She grew up in Kinnelon and graduated from DePaul High School. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Immaculata College in 1974, a...

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11/06/2025

At Scanlan’s, we’ve created a space that feels peaceful and full of life. Sunlight streams in through wide, welcoming windows with calming views of our gardens and gentle waterfall - a space that invites you to take a breath and just be.

Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to bring comfort, from the soft colors to the quiet corners meant for reflection. And for the little ones, our dedicated children’s room is filled with books and games - it’s a cozy spot where kids can feel safe and supported.

We want Scanlan’s to be a place where families can feel held with light, warmth, and care.

11/05/2025

Theresa “Terry” Cassidy, 76, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2025.

Born and raised in Paterson, Terry was the daughter of the late Vincent and Elizabeth Parrillo. She grew up alongside her three brothers and one sister, forming bonds that remained close throughout her life.

Ter...

11/05/2025

Francesca Speciale passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025.

Visitation will be held from 9-11 am on Monday, November 10, 2025 at Scanlan's. A funeral mass will be celebrated 11:30 AM at Holy Spirit Church in Pequannock. Interment will follow at Madonna Cemetery in Fort Lee.

11/04/2025

We invite you to a quiet circle of connection at our next Grief Support Tea

•Thursday, November 20th at 2:00 PM
•At Scanlan’s – 781 Newark Pompton Tpke, Pompton Plains
•Please use the registration link below to reserve your spot - space is limited

Whether your grief is new or something you've carried quietly for years, this gathering offers a space to rest, reflect, and simply be.

There’s no pressure to talk. Just a cup of tea, compassionate presence, and the comfort of others who understand.

Led by grief counselor and spiritual companion Kathleen Edwards Chase, our Grief Support Teas are open to all. Click on the link below to register.

https://bit.ly/3LnBtFt

11/04/2025

Mary Mannello, 99, of Pompton Plains, NJ, passed peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in 1926 in San Andrea, a small mountain town in southern Italy’s Calabrian region, Mary was the daughter of hardworking parents who brought her and her siblin...

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11/04/2025

Mary Mannello, 99, of Pompton Plains, NJ, passed peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in 1926 in San Andrea, a small mountain town in southern Italy’s Calabrian region, Mary was the daughter of hardworking parents who brought her and her siblin...

11/03/2025

Leo Frederick Thomas, 91, of Pompton Plains, formerly of Basking Ridge and Berkeley Heights, passed away on November 2, 2025.

Born in 1934 in Newark, NJ to German immigrants, Leo J. and Martha Thomas, Leo grew up in Irvington, NJ. After graduating from the NJ Institute of Technology in 1956 ...