Heaven gained another angel yesterday when Bob was welcomed into Heaven. Robert E. Trela entered into eternal rest on April 15th, 2024. With his spirit lives a collage of his kindest attributes: a caring heart, a passion for people, and a love of his family, which blended together perfectly to create the perfect canvas of an amazing man who is forever loved and cherished by all. Bob’s empathetic soul branded him as a kind hearted gentleman, yet also known to many as a...

John Fitzsimmons 96, of Colonia, NJ passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024 after a long illness. He was born in Orange, NJ. He resided in Union and Elizabeth before enlisting in the Navy. He served during World War II and returned home before being reactivated for the Korean War. He took great pride in being a Navy veteran and attended numerous reunions of the USS Cimarron where he enjoyed meeting up with his shipmates and visiting around the country. He was a pipefitter and lifetime...

John Brennan passed away peacefully on April 13, 2024 at the age of 87 after a long illness surrounded by his loving family. John was born in Elizabeth NJ and was a loving husband and father of five. His work ethic and willingness to lend a hand to everyone set a true example for his family who tirelessly stayed by his side through his final days. John started his career at New Jersey Bell as a mechanic and worked his way up to management, with 35 years of service. He will be missed by many....

Daniel H Ramsey passed away peacefully Thursday April 11, 2024 at JFK Hartwick At Cedar Brook Plainfield. Dan was born in Bayonne and resided in Colonia and Rahway before moving to Plainfield in 2016.He was an Administrator for Data Corporation in Woodbridge for many years. He was a member of the Rahway and Linden Elks and was very involved with the underprivileged kids summer camp. Dan was helpful at the nursing home doing Bingo, handled the care of the utensils and helped organize the...

Patricia B. Shustack, of Monroe Twp. NJ passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born in Glen Ridge, NJ to the late Raymond and Margaret Messineo. She earned her teaching degree at the College of St. Elizabeth, and her Master's degree at Kean College of NJ. Patricia began her teaching career at Arthur L. Johnson H.S., Clark, NJ, where she met her beloved husband Edward, and resided in Colonia, NJ. As a passionate Spanish, Italian, and ESL teacher for many...

Carol Ann Szamreta, beloved wife, mother, Nana, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully in Rahway, New Jersey on April 7, 2024. Born in Newark, New Jersey on September 15, 1947, to the late Edgar and Anna Sprague (McEvoy), Carol's life was a testament to love, dedication, and compassion. Carol's devotion to her family was unparalleled. She was the loving wife of Ronald Szamreta for 54 years, a partnership filled with laughter, love, and unwavering support....

In loving memory of Pauline Jesionka, we are saddened to announce her passing on April 8, 2024. Loving wife and mother. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Heaven just got another angel.

Geraldine Rinaldo, 72, of Monroe, passed away on March 30, 2024. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. John Vianney R.C. Church, Colonia on Friday, April 5, 2024 at 12:00 pm, with interment to follow in St. Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia. Geraldine was born on February 23, 1952 to the late Matthew and Frances (Walano) Rinaldo. Geraldine received her Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree from Glassboro State College. She proudly worked as an educator for 34 years–serving as a...

It is with great sorrow, and fond memories, that we share that Ronald Amadeo (78) passed away peacefully on March 29, 2024. He was born on August 27, 1945 to Donato and Amelia Amadeo in Nutley.  Ron married the love of his life, Francine, in 1970, and together they raised two wonderful children. He was a dedicated and hardworking man known for his kindness and generosity, and voluntarily served his country with pride and honor. In his free time, Ron enjoyed going to the...