All Obituaries

Luis Hernando Loaiza Canas, 64, of South River, New Jersey was the victim of an auto accident while on his bicycle on May 24, 2022 and succumbed to his injuries at Robert Wood Johnson University Medical Center, New Brunswick, NJ. Luis is survived by his sons, Julian and his wife Nini Johana, and Fernando and his wife Fidelina, and a daughter, Gina.  He was one of ten children.  He is survived by his brothers and sisters: Bernando, Gildardo, Hubert, Ivan, Virgelina, Fabiola,...

Robyn J. Kelly, 62, passed away at Robert Wood Johnson Hospital, New Brunswick surrounded by her family after an extended illness. She was born in Jersey City and moved to Secaucus many years ago. Robyn was a Records Clerk for the Secaucus Police Department for the last 17 years. Mrs. Kelly was predeceased by her father, former Hoboken Councilman Anthony H. Romano (2019) and her mother Joan (née Ford). Robyn is survived by her loving husband of many years, Robert (Bobby) Kelly and...

Felix M. Rosario "El Gallo," passed away at St. Michael's Hospital, Newark, NJ on March 24, 2022 surrounded by family members. "El Gallo," as he was known to his family and friends was born in Vallecito, Santiago Rodriguez, Dominican Republic and emigrated to Essex County area many years ago.   Felix was a self-employed auto mechanic and had his repair shop in Newark. Mr. Rosario is survived by his loving children: Rhanfy Rosario, Betsy Rosario,...

It is with deep sadness that the Sloan-Stoerger family share the news of the passing of Bernard (Bernie) G. Sloan. He died unexpectedly at his home in Highland Park, NJ on March 15, 2022 at the age of 72. Bernie was born in Indianapolis, IN to Margaret and Bernard Sloan and grew up in Evansville, IN. He graduated from St. Joseph’s College, Rensselaer, IN and the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). It was at UIUC where he established his career as a librarian, working for...

Dorothy Quigley, 96, passed away suddenly at her home surrounded by her family. Dorothy was born in Brooklyn, NY and lived in Highland Park for many years.  She was a legal secretary for many years.  Dorothy sold Avon part time for over 25 years. Mrs. Quigley was predeceased by her husband, John T. (2002) and her siblings: Helen Channel, Eileen Hopkins, Mae Shea, Lillian Shea, and Joseph Shea. Dorothy is survived by her daughters, Jacqueline Quigley of Highland Park, NJ and...

Olimpia Micheli passed away on Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022. She was 94years old. Born in Morrone, del Sannio, Italy on September 27,1927, Olimpia came to the United States in 1947 and settled in Highland Park. Olimpia was a devoted mother who dedicated her life to her children. She was a loving Nonna whose greatest joy was her grandchildren, Michael Gallo, Paul Carrier, Mikaela and Carl Adler, and Montgomery, Olivia, Stella and Jack Draper. Olimpia cherished her nephews, cousins and all...

Wladimiro Lischuk, 74, died on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at the Lincoln Park Care Center surrounded by his family. Mr. Lischuk is survived by his daughter, Ann Marie Lischuk-Bilza, and his son, Dr. Andrew Walter Lischuk, and his wife, Dr. Kim Eickhorst-Lischuk.  He is also survived by his grandchildren: Sarah Bilza, Justin Bilza, Reese Lischuk, and Leighton Lischuk.  Wladimiro has five surviving silbings: Elena Cheberak, Pedro Lischuk, Esteban Lischuk, Olga Murawski, and Nina...

Addy, William "Bill" Coombe, 90, of Highland Park, NJ passed peacefully into eternity, joining his recently deceased brother Tom and sister-in-law Gytha, died on February 19, 2022 at the Reformed Church Home in Old Bridge, NJ. Mr. Addy was a lifelong resident of Highland Park. He was baptized at the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington in Kearny. NJ, though of late he was a regular member at the Reformed Church in Highland Park....

Rosalie (Roz) Kuras passed away after 91 well lived years on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. She was much loved; a supportive mother, an earnest friend and family member. She was the last survivor of her five siblings, bringing up the rear as the youngest of her close-knit family. Roz raised four children; Marjorie, Alan, Richard and Amy, and has six grandchildren who will miss her dearly. Family was an integral part of her life. As her children and siblings moved away, she made sure to stay in...

  James (Jim) John Markano, October 18, 1936 – January 14, 2022. James was the first of three children born to James J. Markano, Sr. and Muriel Markano. He attended Highland Park High School, where he lettered in track and graduated in 1953. He joined the Air Force and served at Lackland AFB (Air Force Base) in San Antonio, Texas and at Maguire AFB in New Jersey until 1957. He was very proud of his service to his country. He was trained in IBM mainframe computers and worked for...