Livingston, NJ Obituaries

Karen Baskinger, born on December 26, 1967, passed away on February 18, 2026, at the age of 58. She was a resident of Livingston, New Jersey.

Richard Gary Gruskin, a cherished member of the East Hanover community, passed away on February 18, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on April 13, 1939, Richard was raised in Newark and later lived in Bloo...

Joan Handler, 84, of West Orange, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026. Born on April 6, 1941, in Brooklyn, New York, Joan built a life centered on love, family, and lasting friends...

Carol Zacher passed away on the morning of February 16th, 2026. Her legacy is one of unwavering perseverance, a deep love for her family, and an innate sense of personal style. Daughter of Louise an...

Brian Edward Rabbitt, 73, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Born on September 23, 1952, in Newark, NJ, Brian was the beloved son of Edward and Mary (K...

Bruce Samuel Gaynor, born on June 17, 1954, in Passaic, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 71. A cryptside service will be held at Beth Israel Cemetery, located at 1098 Woodbridge Cente...

Florence Elizabeth “Betty” LaBombard passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, February 14, 2026, after a lengthy decline with dementia. Betty was predeceased by her husband, Anthony “Tony” La...

Richard Frederic “Richie” Gianni, born July 28, 1948, in New York City to Caroll and Clara Gianni, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Shortly after his birth, Richie and his family mov...

Helen Mina Geffner, aged 101, passed away on February 13, 2026. Born on April 23, 1924, Helen was a cherished member of her community and family. She was a resident of West Orange, New Jersey. Helen ...

Sandra, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. She lived a full and generous life devoted to family, education, and se...

Barbara Ann Gillette, born on April 1, 1960, in Orange, New Jersey, passed away on February 9, 2026, at the age of 65 at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. A resident of New York, Barbara was rais...

Judith Alma Shustin, 98, of Hopatcong, New Jersey, passed away on February 9, 2026. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11am at Bernheim Apter Kreitzman Suburban Funeral...

Sharon Klurman, born on August 1, 1943, passed away at home on February 9, 2026, at the age of 82. Born in Newark, she has lived in Clark, NJ for the past 57 years. Sharon was the beloved wife of San...

Laurie Jane Steinert, born on April 28, 1961, passed away on February 4, 2026, at the age of 64. Laurie was a resident of Florham Park, New Jersey.

Zev Gerald Angelou passed away on February 6, 2026, at the age of 55. He was born on August 31, 1970. Zev was a resident of Maplewood, New Jersey.

Thomas Albert Gerald Hardman Jr., age 79, passed away on February 5, 2026, at his home in Lake Hiawatha, NJ. Thomas was born on May 11, 1946, in East Orange, NJ, to parents, Thomas Albert Gerald, Sr....

Vincent P.  Zecchino Sr., age 93, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. He was a longtime resident of Livingston, New Jersey. He was the beloved son of Antoinette and Dominico Zecchino, and one...

In Loving Memory of Jerrold T. Jacob Dr. Jerrold Jacob of Livingston, NJ passed away peacefully at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy defined not by titles or accolades, but by love, devotion, a...

Helaine A. Schlar, 79, of Westfield, NJ, passed away on February 1, 2026. A funeral service will be held at Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel, located at 68 Old Short Hills Road, Livin...

Felix S. Jacob, age 93, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 31 in Paramus, New Jersey. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Frances Beckles; his son David; daughter-in-...

Miriam Braun, who was born April 20, 1926 to Sol and Mae Silverman in Brooklyn, NY, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026. Miriam was the beloved wife of Herman Braun who predeceased her. Th...

Susan E. Boyd passed away peacefully on January 28 at RWJSomerset Hospital in Somerville, NJ. Susan was a resident of Martinsville for 25 years, having previously resided for many years with her fami...

Carolyn Iris Schneider (née Gold), a devoted and beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on 28 January 2026. Born on 19 February 1945, i...

Rosalyn Steck Weitzner, 89, of Hillsborough, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026. Born on February 6, 1936, in Newark, NJ, she was the daughter of Ben and Anne Steck and was raised in Unio...

Nadine Rayna Weinberg was born on November 22, 1945, and passed peacefully away on January 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a woman of dignity, courage, and grace. A true inspiration...

Beverly Jacobs Susskind, a woman of grace, warmth, and quiet strength, passed away surrounded by love. She was born on December 28, 1935, to David and Pearl Jacobs, both of whom predeceased her. Beve...

The Coleman family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Ira Allen Coleman, who died on January 25, 2026, at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. He had recently celebrated his 85th ...

Thomas Stephen Reilly (“Tom”), of West Orange, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026. He was 70 years old. Born on February 3, 1955, in Queens, New York, Tom was the son of the late ...

Fred or Freddie, as he was affectionately called, went home to be with Jesus on January 22, 2026. He passed away peacefully in his home that he loved and was proud of. Fred came into this world o...

Mollie Friend, 94, passed away peacefully at her home in Livingston, NJ on January 22, 2026. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend who dedicated her life to the well-being of her treasur...

Chaim Leib ben Naftali Ha Cohen ‏חיים לייב בן נפתלי הכהן ז״ל Irwin Cohen, 85, of Florham Park, NJ, passed away on January 22, 2026. Irwin was a proud Navy veteran who continued to serve well after...

Edward Baron, born on June 22, 1931, passed away on January 22, 2026, at the age of 94. Edward was a resident of West Orange, New Jersey. The family will receive guests at Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Su...

Eleanor Jean Chiarella, age 96, peacefully passed away on January 21, 2026. She was a lifetime resident of West Orange. Eleanor (Ellie) was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Christiano and yo...

Frederick Goldsmith, 71, is survived by his wife, Ellen Goldsmith; his daughter, Jennifer; his sons, Robert (and his wife Julia) and Joshua; and his two beloved grandsons, Oliver and Harrison. Born i...

Joel Ira Weinstock passed away on January 18, 2026, at the age of 88. He was born on March 24, 1937. Joel was a resident of West Palm Beach, Florida. Funeral services were held privately.

Anne Berliner, born on June 22, 1924, passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 101. Family and friends are invited to gather for a time of visitation at Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funera...

Joel N. Sobo of West Orange, New Jersey passed away on January 14, 2026 at the age of 83. Joel was born in Newark, NJ and raised in Kew Gardens Hills, Queens, graduating from Forest Hills High Scho...

Edward Gollob, born on March 26, 1939, passed away on January 16, 2026, at the age of 86. He was a resident of West Orange, NJ. A funeral service will be held at Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Fu...

Deborah Davidovic, born on July 20, 1948, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 77. A memorial service will be held at Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel, located at 68 Old Sho...

“Although our mom is gone she will live in our hearts forever” Julia Evelyn Traurig completed her final chapter of life at 94, transitioning with beauty and grace. Her children, Stuart, Michael and J...

Joanne Solodar, born on March 2, 1935, in Plainfield, New Jersey, passed away on January 13, 2026, at the age of 90. A graveside service will be held at Fairview Cemetery & Arboretum, located at 1100...

Harvey M. Schafler, 83 of West Orange, New Jersey, passed away on January 12, 2026. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and moved to Queens, NY when he was in high school. Harvey settled in West Orange, NJ ...

Dan Nathan was born on November 12, 1947 in Israel. He moved to Washington Heights, New York at 10 years old. Dan and his wife, Gaye, raised their daughters in Randolph, New Jersey before moving to So...

Edith Phyllis Denburg (Weinstein), 95, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 9th, 2026, in Livingston, New Jersey. Phyllis was born April 7, 1930 to Gertrude and Sam Weinstein in Red Bank, NJ, whe...

Marlene Fisher, born on February 29, 1948, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 77. A graveside service will be held at Mount Carmel Cemetery, located at 83-45 Cypress Hills St, New York, N...

Mary H. Lenehan passed away in Morris Plains, New Jersey on January 8 at 91 after a brief illness. Mary was born in Harrison, New Jersey to John and Helen Lenehan. She excelled in school and received...

Richard Grunther passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on April 1, 1966. Richard was a resident of West Palm Beach, Florida. The family will receive guests at Bernheim-Apter-K...

Michele Frank, 82, formerly of Englewood, New Jersey, passed away on January 7, 2026, after a long journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Michele lived a maverick, creative, and adventurous life. She is f...