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Catherine M. Cusack
Born: 12/18/1950 - Died: 11/24/2007
Cusack, Catherine M. of the Crandon Lakes section of Stillwater Twp., NJ died Saturday November 24th, 2007 following a long illness. Born in Clifton, NJ she grew up and had resided there for many years. Catherine also had resided in Long Island, NY and Passaic County, NJ for many years before moving to Stillwater Twp. in 2002. A graduate of the Clifton High School, she was an active member of the Lincoln Park American Legion Post 279 Ladies Aux., where she also served as bartender for many years. Catherine was a devoted and loving wife, sibling, friend and homemaker who will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Survivors include her husband of sixteen years Dennis J., her mother in law Joan Cusack of Bayport, LI. Also survived be her brothers in law Michael, Kevin and Christopher Cusack all of Bayport, LI, her sisters in law Mary White of San Clemente, CA, Kerry Morehead of Carlsbad, CA and Erin Jones of Point Loma, CA as well as her ten nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday November 27, 2007 at 8:30 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home in Newton. Private entombment will be held at the convenience of the family. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-8:30 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope Hospice #99 Sparta Ave. Newton, NJ 07860.
Janice DeVivo
Born: 10/20/1932 - Died: 11/15/2007
Janice DeVivo – Age 75 of Newton died Thursday, November 15th at Newton Memorial Hospital. Born in Brooklyn New York she had resided there for most of her life before moving to Sussex County in 2001. Daughter of the late Thomas and Geraldine (Gardner) Vicat she had worked many years as a Chief Operator for AT&T in Brooklyn NY, until her retirement in 1981. Predeceased by her first husband, Stephen Baxter in 1981 and her second husband, Ralph DeVivo in 2001. Survivors include her daughter Jodine Benson of Fredon Township her son Stephen Baxter of Brooklyn NY, her brother Thomas Vicat of Strafford, MO, and her two sisters Emily Niblock of Strafford MO and Doris Reilly of Howell Township NJ. Private Graveside Services in the Brigadier General William Doyle Veterans Cemetery Arneytown NJ, are under the direction of Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home in Newton.
John T. Jensen
Born: 09/15/1932 - Died: 11/07/2007
Jensen, John T. age 75 of Stillwater, NJ died Wednesday November 7th at his home following a long illness. Born in Brooklyn, NY he had resided in Long Island, NY for many years before moving to Sparta, and then in 1970 he settled in Stillwater. Son of the late Thormod and Helga (Fitzgerald) Jensen, John had attended the University of Michigan and in 1961 he graduated from the Farmingdale University Long Island. In 1966 John graduated from the Pratt University receiving his Bachelors Degree. Mr. Jensen was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. Mr. Jensen had worked for many years as an Advertising Executive with Huls America of Piscataway, NJ until his retirement. An avid photographer, he was a member of the Photograph Club of Sussex County. He was also a member of the Motoguzzi and BMW Motorcycle Clubs, as well as a member of the Firearms of America. Survivors include his son Erik C. of Stillwater, his daughters Laura Jensen-Hamel of Roxbury Twp. as well as Kristine and husband Frederick Kelly of Greeley, PA. Also survived by his brother Clemens of Dallas, TX, his sister Betty Nielson of Sandusky, Ohio, as well as his two grandchildren Samantha and Kaitlin Kelly, two nephews and one niece. A memorial gathering will be held Thursday Nov. 15, 2007 from 5 to 7PM PM in the Newton VFW Post 5360 #85 Mill St Newton, NJ. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ.
Bernadette M. Piekenbrock
Born: 01/29/1937 - Died: 11/09/2007
Piekenbrock, Bernadette M. age 70 of Hampton Twp., NJ died Friday November 9th 2007 at the Newton Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Paterson, NJ she grew up and resided in Bel Air, MD until 1962 when she moved to Augusta, NJ. In 1982 she relocated to Hampton Twp. A graduate of the Bel Air High School Bel Air, MD, Bernadette had worked as a Secretary for Selective Risk in Branchville, NJ for 16 years prior to her retirement in 2003. She was also the owner and operator the Bernies Flowers in Hampton Twp. for many years. Mrs. Piekenbrock taught Arts and Crafts for the Adult Education Program at Kittatinny Reg. High School for many years. She was a devout parishioner of the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church in Newton, as well as a loving and cherished wife, mother, grandmother and devoted friend of many. Bernadette was pre deceased by her father Jacob VanderWiele, her brothers Francis (1979) and James VanderWiele, as well as her sister Virginia Baldwin in March 2007. Survivors include her husband of fifty two years C. Fred Sr., her son C. Fred Jr. and wife Donna of Dingmans Ferry, PA, his daughter Patti and husband Joseph Deuchler of Lanoka, Harbor, NJ, as well as her grandchildren Carl and Kyle Piekenbrock and Joseph and David Deuchler. Also surviving are her mother of 103 years of age Wilma VanderWiele of Airville, PA as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday November 14th, 2007 at 10:45 AM in the St. Joseph RC Church Newton, NJ. Visitation will be held Tuesday Nov. 13th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ. In lieu of flowers memorials to the St. Joseph RC Church #22 Halsted St. Newton, NJ 07860.
Rykowski, Louise
Born: 11/23/1921 - Died: 11/08/2007
Rykowski, Louise age 86 of Hackettstown, NJ died Thursday November 8th at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center Hospital. Born in West Orange, NJ she had resided in Bloomfield for many years before moving to Andover Twp. in 1987. In 2005 Louise relocated to the Paragon Village in Hackettstown, NJ. Daughter of the late John and Frances (Seibert) Nesler, Louise had worked for many years as a Clerk with New Jersey Bell of Glen Ridge, NJ until her retirement in 1987. She enjoyed volunteering at the Newton Memorial Hospital as well as spending as much time as possible with her family. A loving and devoted mother and grandmother, Louise will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Survivors include her daughters Joyce Toker and husband Edward Toker, Jr. of Andover Township as well as Laurie and husband Michael Bellero of Robbinsville, NJ. Also survived by her grandchildren Amanda Toker, Brandon and Brooke Bellero. Funeral services will be held Tuesday November 13th, 2007 at 10:00 AM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ. Interment will follow at the Glendale Cemetery, 28 Hoover Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ. Visitation will be held Monday Nov. 12th from 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Newton Memorial Hospital Foundation #175 High St. Newton, NJ 07860.
William R. Babcock
Born: 09/30/1945 - Died: 10/17/2007
Babcock, William R. age 62 of Franklin, died Wednesday October 17th, 2007 at the Saint Clare’s Hospital Sussex Campus unexpectedly. Born in Newton, he has resided in Sussex County most of his life. Son of the late Harry and Marie (Noakes) Babcock, William was employed as a Crossing Guard for the Hamburg Public School System Hamburg, NJ. William was a past member of the Byram Twp. Volunteer Fire Dept., as well as a member of the Lakeland Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Cindy L. (Cutler) Babcock, his son Kevin Babcock, his brother Wayne Babcock as well as his sister Ruthann Babcock. Graveside memorial services will be held Saturday October 27th, 2007 at 10:00 AM in the Andover Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ.
Edward R. Toker Sr.
Born: 08/08/1923 - Died: 10/16/2007
Toker, Edward R. Sr. age 84 of Andover Twp., NJ died Tuesday October 16th, 2007 in Newton following a brief illness. Born in Mt. Union, PA Edward grew up in Jersey City, NJ and had also lived many years in New Milford, NJ. In 1960 Edward moved to Andover Twp., where he has resided ever since. Son of the late Stephen and Anna (Kostraba) Toker, he was a US Navy Veteran serving during WWII. A devout parishioner of the Good Shepherd RC Church Andover, Mr. Toker had worked as a Logistics Analyst for the Singer Kearfott Corp. in Wayne, NJ for many years prior to his retirement. An avid bowler, Edward was also a devoted NY Yankee fan as well as a volunteer for the Manna House in Newton for the past five years. Survivors include his wife of fifty three years Virginia R. (Frank), his son Edward R. Jr. and his wife Joyce of Andover Twp., his daughters Joanne and husband Bob O’Connor of Kunkletown, PA and Susan and husband John Heintz of Ogdensburg. Also surviving are his sister Helen Thomas of Elmwood Park., NJ as well as his four grandchildren Timothy O’Connor, Amanda Toker, Amanda and Megan Heintz, as well as several nieces and nephews.Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday October 22nd, at 10:00 AM in the Good Shepherd RC Church Andover. Interment will follow in the Newton Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday Oct. 21st, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ.
Arlene B. Jorgenson Ed.D
Born: 07/07/1916 - Died: 10/15/2007
Dr. Arlene B. Jorgenson , Ed.D
A Portrait of a Great Educator
Having lived in Sussex County for more than fifty five years, Dr. Arlene B. Jorgenson age 91, affectionately referred to as Dr. J by all who know her died peacefully at her home in Fredon Twp., Monday October 15th, 2007. Dr. Jorgenson moved from her native home in Grassy Creek North Carolina to York, PA and later to Newton, NJ. She also had resided in the Culver Lake Section of Frankford Twp. for many years before moving back to Newton in 1978 and Fredon Twp seven years ago. Dr. Jorgenson began her career in Sussex County in 1948 with her first job as an elementary school teacher in Frankford Township Schools. In 1955, Dr. Jorgenson moved to the Sparta School District where she worked as a junior high school teacher, Principal, and Director of Special Services. In 1967 Dr. Jorgenson was named Assistant Superintendent of Sparta Schools and served the community in this capacity through the first of, what would later become, incredibly, three retirements. In 1982, Dr. Jorgenson, together with Dr. William Apetz, laid the foundation for the development of Sussex County Community College. Dr. Jorgenson later served the college she had helped to create as Vice President and Academic Dean. She had also served as an adjunct professor for both Jersey City State College and Sussex County Community College. In 1987, Dr. Jorgenson was recognized by the New Jersey Senate and awarded the New Jersey Senate Citation for Outstanding Educator. Dr. Jorgenson's influence has not only been felt in the education community of northern New Jersey. She has served with pride and distinction on the boards of the Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope Hospice, the Samaritan Inn, the Health Care Foundation of Newton Memorial Hospital, the Sussex County Chapter of the American Red Cross, the Sussex County Arts Council Advisory Board and the Consumer Advisory Board of United Telephone Company. Dr. Jorgenson has touched the lives of many throughout northern New Jersey. In 1989 Dr. Jorgenson was appointed Headmaster of Hilltop Country Day School, a small, independent private school. A far cry from the challenges of a big school district, but a school none-the-less, faced with its own set of unique challenges. As in all her previous endeavors, Dr. Jorgenson took on this new challenge with optimism and energy. Through her leadership, insight, and stewardship, she managed to move Hilltop to a newlevel. Dr. Jorgenson was an instrumental agent in helping to make Hilltop the strong institution it is today. In 1995, after many years of service to the school, and with real fanfare and celebration, Dr. Jorgenson celebrated her second retirement and was awarded with Hilltop’s highest honor -- Trustee Emeriti. Dr. Jorgenson was quoted as saying “Children are our most vital asset, and we must never stop building our understanding of how we learn and how we can teach most effectively.” Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Jorgenson had always remained, at heart, a teacher. Arlene tirelessly, patiently, and carefully instructed her young charges, and old, in an appreciation of the fine arts and of great artists. She was always willing to share her vast knowledge and wisdom; her expertise with all those she came in contact with. Dr. Jorgenson's love for the arts and art education, her love for children and her love for the art and craft of teaching was as strong October 15th, 2007 as they were on that very first day she taught. Daughter of the late William A. and Ella M. (Bleviens) Blackburn, Dr. Jorgenson was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church of Newton, Arlene was a graduate of the Seton Hall Univ. South Orange, NJ in 1956 receiving her B.S. Education and later her Masters in Science in 1958. She also received her Masters of Arts degree from the Kean College in 1960, and the her Doctorate in Ed. D. from the New York University in 1963. Dr. Jorgenson did extensive Post Doctoral Studies in comparing Education of the USA to International Ed. at the Kent University as well as the University of Virginia from 1962 to 1976. Arlene had received many awards throughout her career such as the Sussex County Distinguished Citizen award, the NJ Outstanding Achievement award, the Zonta Club of Sussex County Women of the year, Sparta Jaycees Women of the year, Sussex County Bd. of Education Distinguished Service to Education, as well as many other. In addition, Arlene was active throughout the community serving as a volunteer in the X-Ray and Pacemaker clinic of the Newton Hospital, Art History instructor for the Rev. George Brown School Sparta as well as Gifted and Talented Students program coordinator for the Ogdensburg Public Schools. An extensive world traveler and socialite, Dr. J. had visited many countries throughout Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Australia. Arlene will be missed by everyone who knew and loved her as well as the countless students that had the privilege of meeting her and benefiting from her great knowledge. Arlene was a gracious hostess who opened her home for many social functions and charitable events. Pre deceased by her daughter Deborah Suzanne Rose in 1955, her first husband Archie Rose in 1964 as well as her second husband Harvey J. Jorgenson Sr. in 1979, her two brothers Rev. Guyn R. Blackburn and Dr. Earl G. Blackburn. Arlene in survived by her daughter Ashleigh EmMae Jorgenson Yurkin of Branchville, step daughters Norma Cappola, of Fredon Twp., and Claire Sutton Hunt of Milford, PA also her step son Harvey W. Jorgenson Jr., of Sparta. Her brother Bryce A. Blackburn of Jacksonville, FL, her sisters Myrtle D. Wilgis McDaniels of St. Augustine, FL. and Angelyn Eller, of Purlear, NC, as well as her three grandsons Lt. Reed Jorgenson, William Javan Yurkin and Mason Julian Yurkin.
Funeral Services will be held Friday October 19th, 2007 at 11:00 AM in the First United Methodist Church #111 Ryerson Ave. Newton, NJ. Interment will follow in the Newton Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday Oct. 18th from 2-4 and 7-9 PM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. (Rt. 206) Newton. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Karen Ann Quinlan Center of Hope Hospice #99 Sparta Ave. Newton, NJ or the National (Normal Pressure) Hydrocephalus Foundation #12413 Centralia Rd. Lakewood, CA 90715-1623 or Arlene’s personal request she invites everyone to give one Long Stem Red Rose to someone they love.
Don H. Meininger
Born: 07/22/1954 - Died: 10/13/2007
Meininger, Don H. age 53 of Newton, died Saturday Oct. 13th, 2007 at his home following a long illness. Born in Morristown, NJ he had lived in Hunterdon County for most of his life, moving to Newton in 1997. A graduate of the Hunterdon County High School class of 1972, Don was working in Facility Management for The County of Sussex. He was a long time and active member of the Newton Fire Dept. Fire Patrol, as well as the Sussex County Fire Police. Pre Deceased by his father James Meininger in 1971, as well as his step father Charles McLagen in 2005 and a brother James Meininger in 2006. Survivors include his wife Barbara, his sons Sean of Clifton and Brian of Passaic, his daughters Ann Marye Zoie Meininger of Newton and Sara Meininger of Boonton as well as Patricia Meininger of Wilkes Barre PA. Also survived by his mother Patricia Sullivan of Newton, his brother Otto, and his sister Dawn Meininger of Newton, as well as his four grandchildren Patrick, Dominick, Laura and Michael Meininger as well as several nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held Thursday October 18th, 2007 at 10:00 AM in the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home #156 Main St. Newton, NJ. Interment will follow will be private. Friends may call at the Funeral Home Wednesday Oct. 17th, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Newton Fire Department PO Box 182 or the Newton First Aid Squad PO Box 5 Newton, NJ 07860
Anna Gallo Mills
Born: 03/08/1928 - Died: 10/04/2007
Anna Gallo Mills – Died peacefully in her home on Thursday morning, October 4th, she was 79 years young. Anna joins her husband, James Mills who died in April of 2006. Anna was a lifelong resident of Newton; she was born at 87 Trinity Street, the youngest of 12 children, she graduated from Newton High School in 1946 and worked at JJ Newberry, The Anken Company and United Telephone Company. In 1947, she met and married WWII Navy Veteran James Mills. Together, they built a home on Lincoln Place and had three children. Anna taught at the YMCA Nursery School and helped her husband run Mills Garage. In 1978, Anna achieved a milestone by becoming a Grandmother, graduating from Centenary College and turning 50. She would go on to teach at Halsted Street, Reverend Brown, The Montessori School, and many local schools. She started a reading and comprehension program for the Sussex County Association for Retarded Citizens that became Project Discovery at the Sussex County Community College. She was very active in the community and volunteered at SCARC, Karen Anne Quinlan Center, Newton Memorial Hospital, Meals on Wheels, The Newton High School Pride Foundation, the Homestead, VFW Ladies Auxiliary, and was a Eucharistic Minister. She was the Queen of Anna’s Angels, a local Red Hat Society Chapter. In 2002, Anna was honored by the Patriots Path Boy Scout Council. Anna is survived by her children, James and his wife Kathy Mills of Hudson, NH, Nancy Mills, and her husband Edward Dick, of Hoosick, NY, and Michael, and his partner, Mark McGrath of NYC; as well as, her three beloved grandchildren, Kelly, Melissa and Cory Mills-Dick. She leaves behind a twin sister, Virginia Morville and sisters Irene DeGroat and Jeanne Rosano, and brothers Raymond Rosano, Albert and Ernest Gallo as well as many nieces and nephews, including Michael II Rosano and Cindy DeGroat Rich. Anna had a passion for life. She laughed often, smiled always and loved everyone. Her spirit will live on in her many friends and family. Newton has truly lost a native daughter. Visitation will be held at Illif-Ruggiero Funeral Home in Newton on Sunday, October 7, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, October 8, at 10 a.m., with an 11 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph's Church. Contributions to the Anna and James Mills Scholarship Fund c/o the Newton VFW Post No. 5360, P.O. Box 125 Newton, NJ 07860 are gratefully accepted to keep the Mills’ spirit of community service alive in Newton.
Lucy Vaughan Bennett
Born: 05/12/1914 - Died: 10/02/2007
Bennett, Lucy Vaughan age 93 of Sparta, NJ died at home Tuesday October 2, 2007 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Lafayette, NJ, she moved to Sparta over 69 years ago.
Predeceased by her husband George Vincent Bennett in 1985, her parents Judson V. Vaughan and Edna M. Simmons, two brothers; Paul Vaughan and Jay Vaughan, as well as, three sisters; Marjorie Mahnken, Leonora Murphy, and Frances Vaughan. Mrs. Bennett was a wife, mother, and homemaker. Lucy also worked as a book keeper for the family business, F.W. Bennett and Son Excavating, Sand and Gravel in Sparta, NJ from 1938 until her retirement in 1986. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Newton, NJ.
Survivors include two sons Frank W. Bennett and his wife Beverly of Sparta Township, NJ and Judson V. Bennett and his wife Deanna also of Sparta Township, two daughters; Lillian B. Killeen and her husband Michael of Sparta Township and Edna B. Pett of Erie, PA. Mrs. Bennett is also survived by one brother Daniel L. Vaughan of Lafayette, NJ and one sister, E. Marie Vaughan of Lafayette, NJ, 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home156 Main St. (Rt. 206), Newton, NJ (Iliff-Ruggierofuneralhome.com 973-383-5200). Graveside Funeral Services will be held Saturday October 6th, 2007 at 1:00 PM at the Sparta Presbyterian Cemetery Sparta, NJ. The family has requested in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mrs. Bennett’s name to Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice Newton, NJ or the First Baptist Church of Newton, NJ.
Eva E. Cardinale
Born: 04/03/1928 - Died: 09/26/2007
Cardinale, Eva E. Bontempo, age 79 of Passaic, NJ died Wednesday September 26th, 2007 at her home following a long illness. Born in Newark, NJ she had resided in Newark and Passaic, NJ for most of her life. Daughter of the late Joseph Samuel and Eva Vita (Sasso) Bontempo, Eva was a graduate of the Central High School Newark, NJ. Mrs. Cardinale had worked many years as an Executive Secretary for the Instant Air Freight Co. Newark, NJ prior to her retirement several years ago. A long time parishioner of the Sacred Heart RC Cathedral Newark as well as the Holy Family RC Church in Nutley, NJ. Pre-deceased by her husband the late Frank Michael Cardinale in 1995, as well as her brothers Henry 1991, Albert 2004, and her sister Geral Mellilo in 2000. Survivors include her beloved daughter Maria and loving son in law Angus Rankine of London England, as well as many nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday October 1st, 2007 at 10:30 AM in Holy Family RC Church #28 Brookline Ave. Nutley, NJ. Entombment will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery E. Hanover, NJ. Visitation will be held Saturday Sept. 29th from 6-8PM and Sunday Sept. 30th from 1-5PM in the Megaro Funeral Home #503 Union Ave. Bellville, NJ. Arrangements are under the direction of the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home, 156 Main Street, Newton, NJ.
