All Obituaries

Edward “Ed” Komsa Jr. was called home to God on April 10, 2024.  Edward was the devoted husband of Jacqueline Komsa (Ceccarelli), with whom he shared the deepest love since high school, marrying in 1976. Their love blossomed into a family when they welcomed their first daughter, Christina, followed by two additional blessings, Lauren and Matthew. As a husband, father, and grandfather, Ed was a beacon of love and support.  His grandchildren, Alexis,  Ryan, Helena,...

Peter Giannantonio, 88, of Manahawkin, New Jersey, formerly of Palisades Park, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on April 24th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 29th, 1935, in Englewood, New Jersey to his Italian immigrant parents, Nicholas and Filomena Giannantonio (nee Albanese), Peter was a graduate of Pal Park High School and served in the US Army as a cook during the Korean War. He is best known for his love of family and good food which led to a 44-year career in...

With great sadness, the family of Frank Alves mourns the passing of a cherished husband and father on April 19, 2024. Frank enjoyed a career in public education devoted to young people for 35 years. He continued on for 20 years as an Adjunct Professor in the School of Education at Seton Hall University as a Supervisor of Student Teaching Field Services. Frank began as a teacher for the Cedar Grove (NJ) school district followed by long service in Mahwah (NJ) Public Schools as a Supervisor and...

Fred Mazzilli, 94,  passed away peacefully on April 19 surrounded by his loving wife and children. Born in Bayonne in 1929, Fred first entered the workforce working on his father’s ice truck, then bartending at the family business, and eventually working his way through college to obtain a Bachelors Degree in electrical engineering at Brooklyn Polytechnical Institute and a Masters Degree from Stephens Institute of Technology.  His early career took him overseas working on...

Aura Celia Gonzalez entered this world on September 25th, 1933, in Rincon, Puerto Rico. She was born in a quaint house perched on a cliff overlooking  the location where the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean meets. Raised by her parents Maria Perez and Eusebio Ruiz, along with her six siblings, Aura's childhood was filled with the simple joys of family life. At the age of five, Aura embarked on a new chapter when her family moved from Puerto Rico to New York City. Their journey...

Lisa M. Scavone, age 62, of Highland Beach, FL, formerly of Mahwah, NJ was called home to the Lord on Saturday, April 13, 2024, with her loving husband by her side.  Lisa was born in Jersey City and had been a resident of Mahwah before moving to Highland Beach, FL.  Prior to her retirement, Lisa was an Equities Trader with Bear Sterns in Manhattan, for 10 years.  Lisa was a parishioner of St. Lucy’s RC Church, Highland Beach, FL. Lisa is survived by her loving husband,...

Philip Stavropoulos, age 72, of Midland Park New Jersey, passed away 04/13/2024. Born in Greece, he lived first in Fort Lee, NJ with his wife Nopee of 45 years before moving to Midland Park in 1988.  He loved spending time with his family, traveling with his wife, and cooking steaks on the grill.  He was passionate about politics, philosophy, and family.  Philip was the Manager of Matthews Diner in Waldwick, NJ where he was known and beloved by the many patrons and...

  Having lived a long and happy life, spent with family and friends, Joe passed from the arms of his loved ones to the arms of our lord, on April 11, 2024 Joe was born in Paterson NJ to Mike and Marge Kelleher and entered life a few minutes after his twin, and partner in crime, Frank. His sister Anne joined the boys a few years later. Growing up in Paterson, he was a member of the Paterson Skating Club for years where he competed and was quite successful.  Following graduation...

Timothy B. McBride, retired tax and financial advisor, passed away on April 10, 2024 in Wyckoff, NJ. Widower to his beloved Marcia (d. 2021), father to Adam and his wife Sally, and grandfather to Max and Alex, Tim was a cherished member of the extended McBride family, and a friend to so many in the communities he adored, including Washington, D.C., Westhampton, NY, and Sea Island, GA. Tim earned both a Law Degree (1975) and a Master of Law in Taxation (1980) from Georgetown University. He...

Orazio Carmine Troiano,JR.,age 92, of North Haledon and formerly of Wyckoff, died on April 10, 2024. Born in Brooklyn, NY, lived in Wyckoff before moving to North Haledon, 25 Years ago. He served as a Corporal in the US Army for four years. He then became the owner of Modernage Photographic Services, in NYC as CEO and President for 40 years. He was an avid golfer and was a member at Palm Aire Country Club in Sarasota, Florida for 27 years. He is survived by Patricia...