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Died: Jul 18, 2019
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Died: Jul 14, 2019
Diane Cullen, sister, mother, grandmother and dear friend to many, died July 14, 2019 in the comfort of her home surrounded by love. Diane was born on July 9th 1948 daughter of the late Frederick and Sally (Bachman) Ainsworth. She grew up in Hackettstown where she was a cheerleader and worked at JJ Newberry’s. She graduated Hackettstown High School in 1966.
Diane was the wife of the late Jeffrey Francis Cullen. Jeff and Diane were high school sweethearts. Jeff joined the Navy after high school and they moved to San Diego , CA where they welcomed their first child Tammy Lee Cullen, born June 7th 1968. Tammy was born with Muscular Dystrophy and thus Diane devoted a lot of time, energy and love to care for her. Alone with a baby in California , while Jeff spent weeks away in training, Diane discovered her love of sports. One would think she would have chosen a California team, but Diane’s love for the Pittsburgh Steelers began the first time she watched Monday night football. Diane and Jeff moved back to Hackettstown where they had their second child, John Robert Cullen, born August 25th 1970. Diane was a stay at home Mom for many years before she became an LPN at age 41. Diane’s first nursing job was at Dover General Hospital . When the children were grown Diane and Jeff ventured West, where they lived Kingman , AZ for many years. At age 57 Diane graduated from Mohave Community College and became a RN and worked at Kingman Regional Medical Center . The years to come were hard on Diane. Her daughter Tammy passed away in 1999 at age 31. In 2010 Jeff passed away suddenly and that same year Diane was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Being the strong woman she was, Diane completed radiation therapy and was a Survivor. Diane retired in January 2012 and moved back to New Jersey in August to live with her son John and his family. For the last 7 years Diane has filled her days with fun, laughter, and good times. One of Diane's hobbies was fantasy sports. She was part of 3 fantasy football leagues and 2 baseball leagues. Diane had a blast visiting Pittsburgh on many occasions to watch her Steelers. She also cheered on her Mets from the stands time to time. She loved watching Tiger Woods master his golf game and also enjoyed watching Rafael Nadal play tennis. Diane was diagnosed with gallbladder cancer in June 2019. Grateful for the life she lived, Diane decided to spend her last days cherishing time with family and friends. Diane leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories. Diane is survived by her loving son John R Cullen and his wife Suzanne and 3 grandchildren Savannah, Jakob and John, of Blairstown, NJ; Brothers, Fred Ainsworth and wife Lorraine , of Buckhorn, PA; John Ainsworth and wife Felicia of Great Meadows, NJ; Sisters, Sally Hull and husband Carl, of Roseto, PA; Mary Cooper and husband Bob of Asbury , NJ ; Dear Friends Elizabeth Buwen, Maureen Skinner Smith, Annette Weekes Cantwell, and Carmela Allen; Beloved dogs, Lilly, Willow, and Keha. Arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown , NJ . Online condolences may be offered at cochranfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Diane’s name to the American Cancer Society at donate3.cancer.org or Eleventh Hour Rescue at ehrdogs.org. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jul 14, 2019
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Died: Jul 13, 2019
Thomas Roy Ackerman died July 13, 2019 in Oxford NJ. He was born April 16,1983 in Denville NJ, and lived in Montville, Boonton, Rockaway, and most recently Liberty Twp.,NJ. Thomas worked as a Tree worker, Landscaper, Animal Technician at many different companies. He loved being outdoors, playing guitar, and being with his beloved daughter. He was always there to help others, friends or strangers alike, and loved animals. His warm smile and infectious laugh will be missed immensely, but never forgotten.
Thomas is survived by his parents Darlene and Allan Albright Jr. of Liberty Twsp. NJ , His father Ronald Ackerman of Montville NJ, His Grandfathers Tom Wideman of Al, and Homer Tuttle of Arcadia FL, three sisters, Laura, Sara Ackerman, and Evelynne Albright, one brother Austin Albright. One niece Madison. He is also survived by his daughter Savannah Cecala, and her mother Melissa Cecala, as well as his girlfriend Sara Dolce, and many aunts uncles, and extended family members and many friends. Viewing hours will take place Friday, July 19, 2019 from 4:00 to 8:00pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jul 12, 2019
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Died: Jul 11, 2019
Mary Rose Rossi, 87, of Hackettstown, NJ, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Morristown Hospital. She was surrounded by family at the time of her passing. Mary is survived by her husband of 66 years, Michael A. Rossi., her five children, Celeste, Joseph, Anthony, Roselyn and Michael, Jr. She had 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Mary grew up in Scranton, PA., graduated from Scranton High School in 1950, married and eventually moved to Hackettstown in 1960, where she resided the remainder of her life. Mary was a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption in Hackettstown. Mary was a member of the Legion of Mary, local prayer group and studied the bible. Mary worked for M&M Mars for 30 years while supporting her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She leaves a legacy of love, tenderness and generosity toward everyone she knew. Mary was a kind, gentle person who loved God first and then her family. Family and friends are welcome to visit the Cochran Funeral Home on Monday, July 15, 2019 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. A mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 11:00am. After the mass the burial will take place at Hackettstown Union Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jul 10, 2019
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Died: Jul 9, 2019
Joseph M Hussey, age 86, died at his home on July 9th after a long illness. Joe served in the US Navy and was a veteran of the Korean War. He was employed as an engineer by Picatinny Arsenal for 40 years and upon retiring continued his service to the United States as a consultant with a U.S. military defense contractor.
He was an avid hunter and fisherman as well as an awarded trap shooter. He was happiest in the company of his family and close friends. He is survived by Judy, his wife of 57 years and his two sons, Keith and Kevin as well as extended family who were an important part of his life. Internment is Friday July 12th ll:00am at Stanhope Union Cemetery. Anyone wishing to make donations, please send to Wounded Warriors Foundation or St. Judes Childrens Hospital. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jul 9, 2019
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Died: Jul 7, 2019
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Died: Jun 26, 2019
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Died: Jun 21, 2019
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Died: Jun 20, 2019
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Died: Jun 18, 2019
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Died: Jun 18, 2019
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Died: Jun 17, 2019
Theresa F. Ragusky, age 88, of Liberty Township died Monday, June 17, 2019. Theresa was born June 26, 1930 in St. Clair, PA. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Mary (Bieleak) Boris.
She was employed by Hackettstown Police Department as a Crossing Guard and as a police Matron. She was predeceased in death by her husband Raymond Ragusky in 2012. She is survived by 3 children, Ray and wife Mary Beth, Carol and husband Robert, and Martin. 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth, Matthew, Christopher, Kendal, and Paige. 3 step grandchildren, Kristen, Travis, and Sophie. 1 great grandchild, Nolan and 2 step grandchildren, Eden, and Wilder. A Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 am on Thursday, June 20, 2019 at St. Mary's church of the assumption with Father Antony Arockiadoss officiating. Entombment will be in St. James Cemetery. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jun 17, 2019
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Died: Jun 17, 2019
Arlene V Gaska, 74 of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on Monday June 17th at St. Clare’s Hospital in Dover NJ. She was born on May 8th 1945, (Victory in Europe Day), in Newark, NJ to Victor and Catherine Gaska and was a 1963 Graduate of East Side High School in Newark NJ. She lived most of her life in NJ spending 12 years in Spring Hill, Florida. She was proud of her Polish heritage and loved animals, especially her cat Molly. She enjoyed crocheting, making crafts, gardening and cooking for big family gatherings. She treasured spending time at the beach and collecting seashells. She would spoil everyone she knew with gifts, wrapping each one like a piece of art. She will be remembered for her beautiful sense of humor and missed for so much more. She is preceded in death by her son John Infinito. She is survived by her two children and their spouses, Angelo and Mayra Infinito of Hackettstown, NJ, Mike and Victoria Boatright of Round Rock TX and her sister Dolores Loges of Warren NJ. Funeral arrangements are by the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. 07840 with a graveside service to be held on Friday, June 21st, 2019 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Hanover NJ at 11:00am. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/
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Died: Jun 8, 2019
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Died: Jun 8, 2019
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Died: Jun 7, 2019
George Richard Pryce, age 89, of Daytona Beach, FL died Friday, June 7, 2019 at Indigo Manor of Daytona Beach, FL. George was born May 4, 1930 in Askam, PA. He is the son of the late George and the late Loretta (Tudgay) Pryce.
He served in the Army during the Korean War from 1955 to 1956. After the Army, he graduated from Shelton College (Ringwood, NJ) and Faith Theological Seminary (Elkins Park, PA). He was ordained to the ministry at First Baptist Church of Hackensack, NJ. George pastored to churches in NJ. After moving to Daytona Beach, he held Sunday morning services at a mobile home park for serveral years and was a member of Westside Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Constance (Hardy) Pryce, one daughter, Besty Murray and her husband Dan, one son Evan Pryce, and 4 grandchildren, Brent, Alexa, Teagan, and Kaiya Murray. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. The funeral will be held 12:00 pm on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with Rev. Ryan Stockton officiating. Burial will be at Pequest Union Cemetery. Calling hours will be Saturday, June 15, 2019 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. 07840. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Westside Baptist Church, 1085 Mason Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32117 or The Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road, Lilburn, GA 30047. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jun 5, 2019
Hackettstown, NJ: It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Janet Mills Rutledge Moss announce her passing on June 5, 2019 at Hackettstown Medical Center. She was 94 years of age.
Janet was born and raised in Morristown, NJ. She graduated from Morristown High School class of 1943 and went on to graduate from the Nursing School of Orange Memorial Hospital in 1946. Janet was an R.N. at Morristown Memorial Hospital before becoming a school nurse at Morristown High School for many years. In June of 1949, Janet married Richard A. Rutledge. After leaving Morristown, they resided in Stephensburg, NJ before his passing in January of 1988. In fall of 1996, Janet moved to Heath Village where she met and married William Moss in May of 2001. Over their years together they were active members in the Heath Village community, traveled extensively, and spent many hours hiking in the NJ/PA area before Bill’s passing in April of 2014. Janet continued to reside and be a very active member within Heath Village until her passing. She is survived by her daughters, Kristine Cirule of Flanders and Melissa (Nelson) Cantillo of Roxbury, her grandchildren Timothy (Nancy) Cirule of Rockaway, Julie (Richard) Ivins of Hoboken, Lauren (Michael) Polis of Rockaway, Alex Cantillo (Kara Lewza) of Wharton, and Victoria Cantillo (Kyle Laden) of Madison, as well as her great-granddaughter Grace Ivins. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 14 at 2pm in the Heath Village Auditorium, 430 Schooleys Mountain Road, Hackettstown, NJ. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be made to the Friendship Fund at Heath Village or the Morris Canal Society in honor of Janet. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolences may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jun 3, 2019
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Died: Jun 3, 2019
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Died: May 31, 2019
Paul G. Leuser, age 58, of Port Murray, NJ died Friday, May 31, 2019 at Morristown Memorial Hospital. Paul was born January 19, 1961 in Phillipsburg, NJ. He is the son of Paul L. and the late Ruth (Roe) Leuser.
He is survived by his wife: Sabine (Meyer) Leuser, his Father, Paul L. Leuser, one Sister & Brother In Law, Diane & Bob Bramel; 2 Nephews , Rob & Brad Bramel, Father In Law, Gerhart Meyer Sr., and 4 beloved cats. The Memorial Service will be held 7:30 pm on Monday, June 10, 2019 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. Calling hours will be Monday, June 10, 2019 from 4 - 8 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |