Fred A. Hoffman

Fred A. Hoffman, 77, of Jackson Township, NJ passed away Friday, January 2, 2026, at Sunrise Assisted Living in Jackson Township.  Born in Elizabeth, NJ; Fred lived for the past 10 years in the Metedeconk section of Jackson Township. Fred earned his Bachelor’s degree from Upsala College in Business and Economics and worked as a …
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Modestino Lucarelli

Modestino Lucarelli, 89 years old, of Freehold passed away on December 31, 2025. Modestino, lovingly called Moe by all those who knew him, was born and raised in Brooklyn.  He was the first of Angelo and Antoinette’s (Nettie’s) five children. Moe was blessed to find the singular love of his life, Rose, and he spent …
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Ansel C. Ugural, PhD

Ansel C. Ugural, PhD, 91 of Holmdel died on Tuesday, December 30th at Bayshore Community Hospital, Holmdel. He was born in Aydin, Turkey where he was raised and received his undergraduate degree. Ansel immigrated to the United States where he attended the University of Wisconsin, receiving his MS in mechanical engineering and PhD in engineering …
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John G. McCabe, Sr.

John G. McCabe Sr., 85, of Pompano Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday in Red Bank, surrounded by the love and presence of his children. John was born in the Bronx and spent his early years there before his family settled in West Keansburg, New Jersey. He was educated at St. Ann’s Catholic School …
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James M. Cox

James “Jim” M. Cox of Brick passed away on Thursday, December 25, at the age of 97. Jim was born on July 26, 1928, and was raised in Bayonne by Irish immigrants, Michael and Margaret Cox. He was a devout catholic and his faith was very important to him in all aspects of his life. …
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Madeline Cretella

Madeline Cretella of Lincroft NJ and longtime resident of Staten Island NY, passed away Tuesday December 16th surrounded by her loving family. An artist, Madeline was known for her narrative sculptures depicting family, and personal life struggles that evoke emotion and connection. Her talent extended to painting, jewelry design and decorating. She served as president …
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Colleen A. Norton

Colleen Norton, a woman who always tried her very best at all she did. She was a loving and compassionate person with a deep dedication to her family. She passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 64. During her life, Colleen found joy in spending time with her family and friends, …
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James W. Thal

James (Jim) W. Thal, 80, of Lincroft, New Jersey, passed away peacefully after a long illness on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Arbor Terrace of Middletown. Born in East Orange, NJ, Jim was the son of the late Walter and Louise (née Koenig) Thal. After graduating from high school, he proudly served his country in …
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Theresa Nancy Baldessari

Theresa Baldessari, 94, of Middletown, passed away at her assisted-living residence on Monday, December 15th. Theresa was born and raised in Brooklyn and graduated from Lincoln High School. She would go on to graduate from Pratt Institute and begin her working career as an illustrator for Simplicity Patterns, a job she would have for 60 …
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Richard C. Calabrese

Richard C. Calabrese, 74, was born on June 25, 1951, and passed away on Saturday, December 13, 2025. He resided in his beloved home of 40 years in North Howell, New Jersey, a place he cared for and cherished as the heart of his family’s life. Richard was a devoted husband to his wife, Lisa, …
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