Kristy Rodriguez

Kristy Rodriguez passed suddenly on May 1, 2026 with family by her side. Kristy was a life-long New Jersey resident of Long Branch before settling in Brick Township.  Kristy loved her family, animals, the Mets and the Giants. She loved traveling to Philadelphia for cheesesteaks and Atlantic City.  Kristy’s fiery spirit always kept people on …
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Arlyne LeSchack

Arlyne LeSchack, 80, of Jackson Heights and Sea Bright, passed away on May 6, 2026, at Elmhurst Hospital Center in Elmhurst. Arlyne was a devoted educator who spent 25 years teaching elementary school for the New York City Board of Education. She was especially passionate about helping children develop strong reading skills and a lifelong …
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Margaret Ann Tuzzio

Margaret Ann Tuzzio, 92, of Stuart, Florida, formerly of Long Branch, New Jersey, affectionately known as “Nan” or “Mom,” passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, at Palm City Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center in Palm City, Florida.   Born on November 23, 1933, Margaret was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Perri) Mazza and …
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Martha Francis Schwartz Kurzweil

Martha Francis Schwartz Kurzweil, affectionately known as “Mopsy” to so many who loved her, passed away peacefully, on May 2, 2026 with her family by her side. Born on July 8, 1936, in New York to the late George Schwartz and the late Irma Manheimer Schwartz, Martha lived a life defined by fierce independence, unwavering …
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Barbara A. Maggio

Barbara Ann Maggio December 23, 1932 – April 29, 2026 Barbara Ann Maggio, 93, passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2026. Born on December 23, 1932, Barbara lived a full and vibrant life marked by unwavering love for her family and friends. In May 1955, Barbara married her soulmate, Thomas P. Maggio, beginning a …
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Maria A. Bruno

Maria A. Bruno, an intelligent, lively woman of deep faith passed away, April 28, 2026 in her home in  Brick Township at the age of 93 after a short period of declining health. Born on October 3, 1932 in Newark and raised in Long Branch, Maria graduated Red Bank Catholic in 1950.  She graduated Kean …
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Heath Allem

Heath Allem, 57, of Oceanport, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Monmouth Medical Center. Heath loved to spend time out on his motorcycle. He also enjoyed his work as an arborist. Known as “Tree Man,” there was never a tree too tall for him to climb. He is preceded in death by his …
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Richard “Alex” Demaree

Richard “Alex” Demaree, Born May 19th, 1947, in Long Branch NJ, passed away peacefully at home in West Long Branch on April 13th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. A man of selfless devotion to his family, friends, and community, Alex spent his life giving his time and skills to those around him. The oldest son …
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Anthony J. DeSantis, Sr.

Anthony James DeSantis Sr, 96, passed away April 3, a fitting and poetic departure on Good Friday, as he was pure goodness. His children and devoted wife of 70 years by his side as he left this world. Anthony (Tony) and Celeste’s love story started in 1955 and they have been the epitome of what …
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Thomas Alan Mion

Thomas Alan Mion, of Cranberry Township, passed away on March 27, 2026.  “Grásta ó Dhia ar a anam dílis.” (May God’s grace bless his loyal soul.) Tom was known by many as a gentle giant and a true gentleman. One can imagine him now in heaven, busy rigging the Landfall for a day of sailing, alongside …
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