All Obituaries

Joseph DeFranco, 75, passed away peacefully at his home on May 20, 2022 surrounded by his loving family.  Devoted father of Chris DeFranco, his wife Toni,  Marcus DeFranco, Tiffany Cassese and her husband Andrew.  Cherished grandfather of Baylin DeFranco, Andrew & Anthony Cassese.  Also survived by his girlfriend Grace Devivo of 20 years, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.  Joseph was pre-deceased by his parents Thomas & Nancy...

Ann Sauchelli, 86, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2022. In her life she enjoyed cooking, the occasional couple of scoops of cherry vanilla ice cream, watching all her favorite shows on television, and caring for those around her very deeply. Devoted mother of Paul Sauchelli and John Sauchelli.  Cherished grandmother of Lily and Chriss.  Dear sister of Josephine Busichio.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  Ann was pre-deceased by her...

James M. McArdle, 85, of East Hanover, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2022.   Beloved husband of 60 years to Arleen (Fay) McArdle.  Devoted father of Kevin McArdle, Brian McArdle, his wife Michelle, Heather Johnson and her husband Rick.  Cherished grandfather of Caitlin, Lindsey, Brielle, Brighid, Logan and Aiden.  Dear brother of Bernard McArdle and his wife Audrey.  Loving uncle of Timothy McArdle and his wife Pam.   James "Jim" was...

Jaqueline (McElkenny) Barnett, “Jackie”, 87, of Florham Park, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2022.  Devoted mother of Deborah Crawford, her husband Jay, and Norine Barnett.  Cherished grandmother of Sondra Butch, Jonathan Crawford and Michael Raven Barnett.  Proud great-grandmother of James and Jeremy Butch.  Dear sister of Patricia Geipel and Eileen Mattivi.  Also survived my many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jackie was pre-deceased by her...

Barbara E. Horvath, 88, long-time resident of East Hanover, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2022.  Longtime member of Calvary Evangelical Free Church in Essex Fells where she devoted herself to teaching a women's bible study for many years. Joyfully shared her love of Jesus and scripture continually throughout her life. Devoted mother of Nancy Matthews, her husband Robert, Steven D. Horvath and his wife Kelly. Cherished grandmother of Tara, Alyssa, Jessica, Brittany and David....

Penelope G. Stillwell, “Penny”, of Whippany, formerly of West Orange, passed away on May 5, 2022. Penny was a devoted Registered Nurse in Pediatric ICU.  Her hobbies and interests were many including gardening, caring for her animals, and spending time with her grandchildren and family.  She enjoyed gazing at the stars, the beauty of nature, and finding happiness in ordinary things. Devoted mother of Jodie A. O’Connor, her husband John, Todd Bott, and his...

Geraldine S. Meanor, MD (May 17, 1933-May 4, 2022) Geraldine S. Meanor, MD passed away on May 4, 2022, ending a long, productive and well-lived life. She was an internist in Glen Ridge, New Jersey for almost 60 years. She was born May 17, 1933 in North Bergen, New Jersey as the youngest of three children of Ferdinand and Ida Strangio. After attending Douglass College at Rutgers and graduating with a BS in 1954, she went on to receive her medical degree from MCP-Hahnemann College of...

Robert A. Cantillo, “Bobby”, of Belleville, formerly of Newark, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2022.  Bobby served in the US Air Force and worked many years at the USPS in Newark.  He will be missed by all who knew him. Dear brother of Jack E. Cantillo and his wife Elisa.  Loving uncle of John Cantillo, Elisa Rauch and Dino Cantillo.  Also survived by many great-nieces & nephews.  Bobby was pre-deceased by his parents Morris & Henrietta, his...

Anthony Cefolo, 94, of Florham Park, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2022.  Anthony “Tony”  was born and raised in the Vauxhall section of Union, NJ. He was the son of Grace and Nicola Cefolo, Italian immigrants who raised Tony and his six sisters and two brothers emphasizing the importance of family. At the age of 17, Tony enlisted in the US Navy and proudly served his country during World War II. He ultimately returned to Union, NJ where he co-owned New Jersey...

Joseph Anthony Varricchio, 94, of Florham Park,  passed away peacefully on April 24, 2022. Joseph was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 13, 1927. He is a graduate of New York University, and served in the Army as a medic between 1945-1947. He had a 40 plus year career as an accountant and controller at C.V. Starr, the parent company of American International Group (AIG). Joe was a local history buff, and expert on New York City history during the first several decades of the last...