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Died: Oct 16, 2019
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Died: Oct 8, 2019
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Died: Oct 8, 2019
June B. Stephens, age 90, of Flanders, NJ died peacefully Tuesday, October 8, 2019. June was born June 12, 1929 in Dover, NJ to the late Preston and Gladys (Hammell) Smith. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roger Stephens, Sr. in 2011, and her four brothers, Sherwin, Leland, Durand and Kenyon, and three sisters, Marilyn, Glenda and Diane.
June was previously employed by Mountain View School, Mt. Olive, NJ as the Cafeteria Manager retiring many years ago. She enjoyed her work and spending time with her family. June will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by two sons, Roger Stephens, Jr., Kevin Stephens, seven grandchildren, Preston, Conner, Shawn, James, Christopher, Michael, Kelly, two great grandchildren, Dylan, Aaron and a sister, Gyl Fela. The funeral service will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ with Pastor JoAnn Winzer officiating. Burial will follow Mount Olive Cemetery, Budd Lake. Visitation will be Friday, October 11, 2019 from 3-5 pm and 7-9 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Read more... |
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Died: Oct 6, 2019
Kent Hobokan, 63, of Hackettstown passed away Sunday morning, October 6, 2019, at Forest Manor Nursing Health Care Center. Kent was born on April 25, 1956 in New Brunswick, NJ the son of Joan and Bill Hobokan. He was a graduate of Hackettstown High School and Kean College, Union NJ where he studied to become a Social Worker.
Kent was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was passionate about music, specifically Rock and Roll with his favorite band being Pink Floyd. Kent had an amazing dog growing up, a Shepard/Collie mix named Pax and could often been seen walking to Leo’s Luncheonette with her by his side. Kent held various jobs including working a hotline at Kean College and several years employed at Waterloo Village. Kent is predeceased in death by sister Kandy and survived by wife Marilyn of Somerset NJ, brothers Keith and Kurt, sisters Karyl, Kourtney and Klaudia, and several nieces and nephews. A family service will be held at Forest Manor in November. In lieu of flowers please send cards to our brother Keith Hobokan, Forest Manor, PO Box 283, Hope NJ 07844 and/or make a donation to the Cerebral Palsy of North Jersey, 220 South Orange Ave, Suite 300, Livingston, NJ 07039 (please reference Kent Hobokan) Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave online condolences may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Oct 4, 2019
Thomas (Tom) Collins, 65, of Hackettstown, N.J. passed away Friday October 4, 2019.
Tom was born in Hampton, VA on December 20th 1953, he was the son of the late Bert Williard Collins and Alice Freda (Brewster) Collins. He received both his undergraduate degree and Masters in Education from William Patterson University. Tom taught English at Long Valley Middle School before becoming Assistant Principal. Tom went on to become the Principal of both, Long Valley Middle school and Flocktown Road School. While affecting the lives of so many students and colleagues throughout his career in education, Tom’s greatest impact was on the many loving family members he leaves behind. Tom is survived by two loving daughters, Dana (Mike) Leary, of Naples, Florida, and Gina (Josh) Seifert, of Green Twp, NJ. Along with his three grandchildren, nieces and nephews, Tom leaves his four beloved brothers, Kirt (Pat) Collins of Topeka, KS, Bert (Faye) Collins of Oxford, NJ, Gary Collins of Silver Spring, MD, and Carson (Sharon) Collins of Springfield, TN. A visitation remembering Tom's Life hosted by Tom's family will be held at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, Nj on Sunday, October 13, 2019 from 5-8 pm. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Oct 2, 2019
Louise E. Dimiceli, 66, of East Pharsalia passed away Wednesday evening, October 2. 2019, at the Valley View Manor Nursing Home.
Louise was born on December 14, 1952 in Newton, NJ the daughter of Kasmier and Mary (Rudinski) Urevich and was a graduate of the Hackettstown, NJ high school. While living in New Jersey she was employed by the Shop Rite Supermarkets in Netcong, NJ for over 30 years. She and her husband John moved to the area 12 years ago. Louise was Past President of the Ladies Auxiliary Post 164 American Legion in Hackettstown and was also a life member of the post. She was also a member of the Norwich B.P.O.E. #1222, a life member of Norwich VFW Post 2782 and a life member of the DAV of Cortland. Louise is survived by her husband John of East Pharsalia, step-son John Dimiceli Jr. of Winchester, VA and brothers Kasmier Urevich of Hershey, PA and Leonard Urevich of Anchorage, Alaska. Friends may call at the R.J.Fahy Funeral Home on Sunday from 4-6 pm. A funeral service for Louise will be held from the Cochran Funeral Home of Hackettstown, NJ on Wednesday, October 9, at 11 am. Interment will be at the Pequest Union Cemetery in Great Meadows, NJ. Friends may call on Tuesday, October 8, from 4-8 pm at the Cochran Funeral Home in Hackettstown, NJ. American Legion, Hackettstown will hold services on Tuesday at 7:30 pm Read more... |
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Died: Sep 28, 2019
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Died: Sep 27, 2019
Maria Lopez, age 92, of Netcong, NJ died Friday, September 27, 2019 at Newton Memorial Hospital. Maria was born February 14, 1927 in Yonkers, NY. She is the daughter of the late Armenio and the late Juanita (Alvarez) Rodriguez. The funeral will be held 10:30 am on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 213 Main Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with Rev. Donald Gebhard officiating. Entombment will be at St. Michaels Cemetery, 7202 Astoria Boulevard, East Elmhurst, NY 11370. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com
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Died: Sep 25, 2019
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Died: Sep 24, 2019
Evangeline B. Torres, age 87. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24th 2019 at her daughter'S home in
Hackettstown, NJ surrounded by her loved ones. Evangline was born on December 19th, 1931, in Socorro. New Mexico to Hermelindo Baca and Magdelena (vatenzutaj Beca. She is survived by her" Son Rodney Torres of Edmond, Oklahoma and daughter Roslyn Gifford of Hackettstown, NJ. She also leaves behind five loving grandchildren. Brandy Demark, Danielle Briseno. Rebert Mata, Eloisa Romero and husband Jason, and Felicia Casendino and husband Robert as well as seven great granddaughters, Lexington Demark, Shannon Briseno, Kelly Briseno, Taylui Romero, Tatum Romero, Frankie Casendino and Javana Mala. She has two sister Prescilla Boca and Betty Alderete husband Jacinto. Evangeline was a lifetime resident of Socorro. She was someone who Silent her life helping those less fortunate than her, entertaining her family and friends, and being a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grand mother ( Baca Baca and gramme gr-arnma). Her smile !it up every room she entered and everyone who knew her will miss her, She was heavily involved in politics and unions. She spent her entire career as a educator for special needs children at Socorro Consolidated Schools, She was also a devoted member of the Harwood Method ist Church in Socorro. Evangeline was preceded in death by her parents Hcrmelindo Baca and Magdelena (valenzula) Baca. Her beloved husband, Robert A. Torres, who she was mar tied to for 59 years, her beloved daughter, Ronaelc Devcung. as well as many brothers and a sister. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make memorial contribution be made to the American Diabetes Association and the Lupus Foundation of America Read more... |
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Died: Sep 23, 2019
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Died: Sep 23, 2019
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Died: Sep 21, 2019
Muriel Bernice Stevens, 88, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019, in Oxford, NJ.
She was born on January 23, 1931, in Hackettstown, NJ, the child of Robert A. and Laura A. (Wilken) Smith . She was a 1948 graduate of Hackettstown High School. Muriel married Robert J. Stevens in June of 1950. Together they had two children, son Dale and a daughter, Robin. Muriel was a lifelong resident in Hackettstown, and lived most of her many years on Mountain Avenue. She worked at several iconic businesses in Hackettstown, beginning during her high school years at the Jigger Shop, on Main Street. She moved on to the Dairy Bar on Rt. 46 east of town, and remained there until the mid-sixties. Finally, she took a position at the Shop-Rite supermarket on Stiger St., later moving to the store in Mansfield, where she held the position of head cashier until her retirement in 1993. Wherever she worked, she was always well liked by both customers and co-workers. Muriel loved to travel. She often visited distant family, traveling to Florida, Texas, Kentucky, New York and Oregon. At home in Hackettstown, her doors were never locked, and friends and family were welcome to drop in, and frequently did. Her Christian faith was an important part of her life. She lived her faith every day, being generous in spirit and having a forgiving nature. She was quick to help anyone in need. She is predeceased by her husband Robert, her sister Shirley Sitnik,, her brother Robert Smith, her sister Jane Mooney and her daughter, Robin Chiniewicz. She is survived by her son, Dale Stevens and his wife Wendy Copenhaver (Corning, NY), a sister Sharon-Lee Molnar and her husband John (Phillipsburg, NJ), a sister Sandra Garriques (Boonton, NJ), a brother Charles Smith and his wife Barbara (Bushnell, FL). Her five grandchildren are Dawn Chiniewicz (Oxford, NJ), Nicole Campbell (Portland, OR), Kendra Chamberlain (Baton Rouge, LA), Patrick Stevens (Ocean City, MD) and granddaughter Maxwell Stevens (Buffalo, NY). She also leaves behind four great-grandchildren. Visitation hours are on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, from 2-4 pm and from 6-8 pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Graveside services will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at 11:00 am at Union Cemetery, Hackettstown, NJ with Dr. Rev. Frank Fowler officiating. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at: www.cochranfuneral.com Read more... |
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Died: Sep 17, 2019
Jane Marie Mooney, 90, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away on Tuesday September 17, 2019.
She was born on March 7, 1929 in Hackettstown, NJ. She was the oldest child of Robert A. and Laura A. (Wilken) Smith . She was a 1946 graduate of Hackettstown High School. Jane married James J. Mooney on February 24, 1954 and resided in Hackettstown. They had three children, James, Catherine and Jane. She was employed by Hackettstown Community Hospital in dining services until her retirement in 1993. She was a founding member of the Hackettstown Baptist Church and a member of the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) both for many years. She was active in the church participating in Awana, bible study and Lydia Circle. Jane loved playing games with the family which included dominos, scrabble and monopoly and reading her bible. She also loved word puzzles and watching Hallmark and Lifetime Movie Channel. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband James, her sister Shirley and her brother Robert. She leaves behind a son James Mooney and his wife Yvonne, a daughter Catherine Clarke and her husband Joseph, a daughter Jane Mooney, a sister Muriel Stevens, a sister Sharon-Lee Molnar and husband John, a sister Sandra Garriques, a brother Charles Smith and his wife Barbara, grandchildren: Shannon Mulvihill and her husband Bob, April Casson and her husband Chris, Joseph and James Clarke, great grandchildren: Carly, Kaitlin and Nick Whitehead and John, Angelina and Madilyn Casson. Visitation hours will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Graveside services will take place on Friday, 11:00 am at Union Cemetery, Hackettstown, NJ with Dr. Rev. Frank Fowler officiating. For those desiring, donations may be made to the Hackettstown Baptist Church, 916 County Route 517, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 in memory of Jane. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Sep 12, 2019
Clifford H. Roff, age 87, of Hackettstown died Thursday, September 12, 2019 at Morristown Memorial Hospital of Morristown, NJ. Clifford was born May 2, 1932. He is the son of the late Harold and the late Bessy (Mingus) Roff.
All services are private at the request of the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Sep 10, 2019
Marcus John Maltese, 35 of Hackettstown, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 in Lyons, New Jersey. Marcus graduated from Hackettstown High School in 2001 and enlisted in the United States Air Force in 2006 where he obtained an Associate’s Degree. Marcus spent 12 years and 4 months in the Air Force where he was stationed in various locations including Germany, South Carolina, Nevada and Delaware. During his service, Marcus reached the level of Staff Sergeant and received numerous awards and recognitions including Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and a Global War on Terrorism Service Medal to name a few.
When not in uniform, Marcus enjoyed hiking, spending time with his family, and cheering on the New York Giants. For anyone that knew Marcus knew his favorite thing to do was enjoy time with his greatest accomplishments, his three little girls, Julianna, Brynlee, and Adalyn. Marcus had a laugh that was infectious and a sense of humor that was second to none. Marcus is survived by his three daughters, Julianna, Brynlee, and Adalyn, mother Laura Viggiano, brothers Vinnie, Nick, and Adam, sisters Alyssa, Angela, Giavanna, Elizabeth, Grace and Amira, nieces Briella, Sunny and Isabella, and various aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his father Vincent G. Maltese, paternal grandmother Elizabeth A. Maltese, paternal grandfather Vincent P. Maltese, maternal grandmother Jane Kasnowski, and maternal grandfather Vincent G. Viggiano. A memorial service will be held at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, New Jersey on Sunday, September 22, 2019 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to the Marcus Maltese Memorial Fund on gofundme.com that will be given to his beloved daughters. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Sep 1, 2019
David Thaddeus Sawicki of Independence Township died peacefully after a long illness while surrounded by his family on September 1, 2019, at the age of 47 at Morristown Medical Center.
David was born on February 26, 1972 in Belleville, New Jersey, the youngest child of Thaddeus Sawicki and Evelyn Goley Sawicki. David had a wonderful childhood growing up in Union with his two sisters, Karen and Diane. David’s love of baseball started very early with Little League and eventually playing baseball as a Union High School Farmer. He went on to play baseball at Seton Hall University where he was a nationally ranked Division I pitcher. David went on to coach college baseball at several New Jersey colleges. He was most proud of establishing the Centenary College Cyclones Baseball Team and would go on to lead them to the NCAA Division III Baseball Championship Regionals in 2005 and 2006. He most recently worked for Campbell University in North Carolina as the Director of Regional Admissions and loved helping young students become Camels. David lived life with a bold personality and a full heart. David moved to Hackettstown in 2002 where he met, quickly fell in love, and married Jennifer Nick Sawicki in 2004. Jennifer and David had two beautiful daughters, Katherine (Katie) and Madelyn. David adored his girls and was an attentive father. During his free time, David would coach his daughters’ teams and served on the Independence Township Recreation Commission to ensure the children in town would have the same wonderful experiences on the ball fields as he had growing up. David was never shy and would always be heard from the sidelines cheering on his two favorite girls, Katie and Madelyn. He also loved to spend time on Long Beach Island, cheering on his beloved NJ Devils, and watching Star Wars with his daughters. He is preceded in death by his father, Thaddeus in 2006. David is survived by his wife Jennifer, and his two young daughters, Katie and Madelyn, of Independence Township; his mother Evelyn, of Waretown, NJ; his sister Karen, of Basking Ridge, NJ; and his sister Diane, of Waretown, NJ. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Calling hours will be Friday, September 6, 2019 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and from 7:00 – 9:00pm. The funeral service will be on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 10:00am at the Cochran Funeral Home. The burial will take place at Ocean County Cemetery 280 Wells Mills Road, Waretown, NJ. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made to Katie and Madelyn’s College Funds. Donations can be sent to the family, funeral home, or Go Fund Me https://www.gofundme.com/f/sawicki-girls-college-fund?pc=em_dn_contacts_r&rcid=r01-156755619411-e548c5a0739346ef&member=2818246&utm_medium=email&utm_source=product&utm_campaign=p_email%2Binviteacceptedemailtoteammember Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Aug 31, 2019
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Died: Aug 30, 2019
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Died: Aug 27, 2019
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Died: Aug 27, 2019
Floyd Alfred Smith of Heath Village, Hackettstown, N.J. died on August 27, 2019, at the age of
90. Floyd was born in Flushing, N.Y. on February 24, 1929, to Floyd Lee and Mary Davenport Smith. He received a bachelor’s degree from Pace University in New York City in 1951. He was inducted into the US Army in 1951, and served two years stationed at West Point. After completing military service, he began his career in Corporate Records Management at Union Carbide. On October 2, 1955, he married Lucy DeHondt, together they raised 3 daughters in Oyster Bay, N.Y. They later lived in Brookfield Center, Conn. and Chapel Hill, N.C. before moving to Hackettstown, N.J. Floyd was an active member of the Heath Village community, serving as resident representative to the board of directors and on many committees, and organizing and running the very popular bocci league. He enjoyed painting and exhibited his work at a show at Heath Village. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hackettstown. Floyd was preceded in death by his wife Lucy and sister Mary Lee Umshlag. He is survived by three daughters; Sarah (Terry) Becker of Burnsville, Minn., Jenny (Mark) Sanders of Albuquerque, N.M., and Martha (Robert) Fico of Westfield, N.J., and grandchildren Lesley (Josh) Schneider, Rachel and Kristen Becker, and Jack and Mark Fico, and his sister Betty Gessner, one nephew and four nieces. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. A private family service will be held this Fall. Memorial donations can be made to the Friendship Fund, 151 Heath Village, Hackettstown, N.J. 07840 Attn:Debbie O’Brien. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Aug 26, 2019
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