All Obituaries

Aaron A. Glasser, “Augie”, 49, passed away on March 27, 2020.  Augie worked with UBS Financial Services in New York as the Director Assistant Market Head. Beloved son of Richard A. Glasser & Camille (Celentano) Glasser.  Loving brother of Mia A. Renaldo, her husband Mark, and Lisa A. Glasser.  Augie was also survived by many dear friends and family. Funeral services held privately. Donations can be made in Aaron’s name to Eva’s Village, ...

Joseph “Saverio” Martorana, 86, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on March 24, 2020.  Saverio was born and raised in Camporeale, Italy, a small town outside of Palermo, prior to moving to the US and eventually residing in East Hanover, NJ, his home for over 40 years.  He was known for his incredible smile, his kindness, patience, quick wit and sense of humor.  He served in the Italian Army, was highly respected and revered in the...

Edward A. Kmon, 82, of Toms River, passed away peacefully at his home on March 22, 2020.  Edward was a US Marine Veteran and worked as a Business Agent with the Painters Local 1310 before becoming the Assistant Manager at Shoprite in Millburn.  Beloved husband of the late Marie T. Fierro-Kmon.  Step-father of Theresa Gonnella, her husband John A., Phyllis Salton and her husband Alan E.  Step-grandfather of Christopher Gonnella, his wife Sharon, Allison Conte, her husband...

Gloria A. Shauger (Rakoczy), 80, life-long resident of East Hanover, passed away peacefully at her home on March 22, 2020.  In in earlier days, Gloria was an entertainer which included being a back-up Dancer for Frankie Avalon, prior to working many years with Prudential in Florham Park before retiring.  Beloved wife of the late Thomas Shauger.  Devoted mother of Thomas L. Shauger, Scott A. Shauger and Robert W. Shauger.  Sister of Robert Rakoczy. A memorial service...

Tonay Pizzichiello “CooCoo”, 55, of Whippany, formerly of West Orange, passed away on March 22, 2020.  Tonay worked many years as a hairdresser.  Beloved daughter of Lucille Pizzichiello and the late James Pizzichiello.  Dear sister of James Pizzichiello, his wife Fran, Larry Pizzichiello, his wife Nancy, Kim Knauss and her husband Ted “Striker”.  Loving aunt of Staci and James, Dominique, Amanda and Larry, Michael, Carly and Nicholas. ...

Roxie Fortier (DeStasio), 93, of East Hanover, formerly of Orange, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on March 20, 2020.  Roxie was a Nurse at St. Mary’s in Orange for many years.    Beloved wife of the late George Fortier.  Devoted mother of George Fortier, his wife Lillian, Roxanne Darcy, her husband Patrick, Eleanor Raiken, her husband Evan, Michelle Bursese, her husband Frank, James Fortier and his wife Maria.  Cherished...

Nicholas Passariello, 81, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family on March 16, 2020.  Nicholas grew up in Astoria, Queens and raised his family in Rutherford before residing in Denville.  He is a US Army Veteran and worked as an Advertising Manager for Sears & Roebuck before becoming Vice President of Sales with CBA Industries in Elmwood Park for over 30 years.  Nicholas was a member at Forsgate Country Club and enjoyed golfing,...

  Geraldine C. Fox (Holmstrom), 89, of Florham Park and formerly of Midland Park, passed away peacefully at her home on March 16, 2020.  Beloved wife to Frederick M. Fox.  Devoted mother of Marian Rypkema, her husband Paul, Frederick M. Fox, Jr., his wife Judy, Peter Fox, his wife Cheryl, Therese Mauch, her husband Jim, Paul Fox, his wife Lynn, Elizabeth Killian, her husband John, and the late Geraldine Bartner.  Cherished grandmother of 24 grandchildren, 13...

On Saturday, March 14, 2020, Peter J. Biggiani, loving husband and devoted father of two, passed away at the age of 75.  Peter was born on August 1, 1944, to Peter and Gloria Biggiani. Brother of Patricia, James, Jeffrey, Gregory and Carolyn. Peter was a United States Marine and became a Police Officer with The City of East Orange, NJ and served as a Captain until his retirement in 2001 after 37 years of service.   Peter married Bridget Angelo on December 21st of 1963 and they...

Frank Paul Valvano Sr. Of East Hanover, Mantoloking Shores and Jupiter passed away suddenly on March 11th, 2020.  He was predeceased by his parents, Salvatore and Catherine Valvano and is survived by his loving wife Marilyn, daughter Dana Sullivan and her husband Sean, his son Frank Jr and his wife Kelly.  He was the beloved “Pop” to Sean Jr., Frank III, Andie, Christian and Daniel. Frank is also survived by his dear sister Camille Acque, her husband Dominic, and his...