Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Bergen County, New Jersey

Daniel J. Lauber

Daniel J. Lauber

Jun 7, 2025

Daniel J. Lauber, 66, of Bogota, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Lynne Lauber, née Richmond, with whom he shared over 37 years of marriage.



He was born in Hackensack, NJ on May 25, 1959 and was the cherished son of the late Albert Lauber...

Robert J. Mansmann

Robert J. Mansmann

May 30, 2025

It is with profound sadness we announce the loss of Robert J. Mansmann, 74 of Bogota, formerly West New York, who passed away May 30, 2025. Robert loved sports, especially the Yankees. He was also an avid collector of baseball cards, coins and anything related to Elvis Presley. Beloved son of the late Joseph and Anna. Loving brother of Janet...

Lorraine Dwyer

Lorraine Dwyer

May 21, 2025

Lorraine Dwyer 98 of Bogota, formerly Ridgefield Park, passed away at home surrounded by her family on May 21, 2025. Lorraine was the owner of Recreation Equipment Inc. for 20 years. She was past president of the Bergen County African Violet Society. She loved to bowl and was artist/owner of Designer Plates by Lorraine.

Beloved wife of 61 years to the...

Mary Theresa Czarnecki

Mary Theresa Czarnecki

Apr 20, 2025

Mary Theresa Czarnecki nee Guerin 85 of Lake Como, NJ passed away on Easter, April 20, 2025. She was born on April 11, 1940, in Milltown Malbay, County Clare, Ireland. She was the oldest daughter of 11 siblings.

Maura came to the US at the young age of 16 and landed with friends and family in the Bronx. She met her...

Barbara A. Mammales

Barbara A. Mammales

Apr 18, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the loss of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Barbara Ann Mammales. Barbara passed away on April 18, 2025, surrounded by her devoted husband, Constantine Mammales, her loving children, Dean Mammales and Valerie Mammales, and her cherished granddaughter, Chloe Finkeldey.

Barbara grew up in Brooklyn, New York. She met her one...

Sandra Ruth Sorge

Sandra Ruth Sorge

Apr 6, 2025

Sandra Ruth Sorge, 69, of Bogota, passed away on Sunday, April 6th, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. A dedicated middle-school science teacher, Sandy ignited curiosity and passion in her students, shaping their futures and also leaving an indelible mark on her colleagues. Throughout her life, she devoted herself to her quilting, stitching together memories through her...

Matthew James Todd

Matthew James Todd

Apr 5, 2025

Matthew James Todd, 43 years old of Bogota, NJ, passed April 5, 2025 from injuries while in service, in the Veterans Hospital in Phoenix, AZ. Beloved son of Katherine LaFalce & James Todd, he is predeceased by his grandparents, Nancy & Angelo LaFalce, Blanche Todd and his aunt, Lucille Devaney. He is survived by his Uncle John and Aunt Ginny...

Connie D'Alois

Connie D'Alois

Apr 4, 2025

Connie D'Alois, 90, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2025, surrounded by all the love and laughter of her family and friends.

She was born in Pittston, PA in 1935. . She is preceded by her husband, Dr. H. Alfred D'Alois, her son Gary D'Alois and her fiancé, Herb Wasserman.

She is survived by her daughters Denise Cardona, SIL Fabian Cardona, Giselle...

Rose McNerney

Rose McNerney

Apr 3, 2025

Rose A McNerney (nee Smyth) was born in Cloonback, Longford Ireland May 29th, 1934. She was the daughter of James Matthew and Bridget (nee McDermott) Smyth. She was the sister to Mary, Bridget, Frank, John, James and Eugene, all now deceased. From 1950 to 1952 she attended Ballinamuck Tech school in Longford. Upon graduation, and at the age of only...

Shane Jared Long

Shane Jared Long

Mar 28, 2025

Shane Jared Long, 36, of Paramus, tragically passed away on March 28, 2025, entering the loving arms of his grandparents, Vincent and Shirley Petrik, and Frank and Angelina “Lil” Long. Shane was born on October 10, 1988, in Teaneck, New Jersey. He is survived by his parents, Anthony and Cheryl Long; his two older brothers, Kyle Long and Justin Anthony...

Alexander Kerr

Alexander Kerr

Mar 27, 2025

Alexander “Alec” Kerr of Bogota, NJ, passed away at the age of 95 on March 27, 2025. He is preceded in death by his dear wife Margaret "Peggy" (nee Hickey). Alec leaves behind his six children - Debra and her husband Jerry, Bernadette and her husband Billy, Alec and his wife Monica, Gerard, Robert and his wife Patti, and James...

William Clifford Montague

William Clifford Montague

Mar 24, 2025

William Clifford Montague of Oxford, NJ, formerly of Ridgefield Park and Rochelle Park, passed away March 24, 2025. He was predeceased by the love of his life Elizabeth. Loving father of Heather Jean Montague. Dear brother of Mary Gaye Wagner and her husband Terry. Uncle of John and Anthony Colandra. He was best known for his love of volunteerism (Forestry...

Zdravko Saranovic

Zdravko Saranovic

Mar 19, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steve (Zdravko) Saranovic, who left us on March 19, 2025, at the age of 63. He was a man who filled our lives with love, laughter, and countless unforgettable memories.

Steve was born on February 27, 1962, in Nikšić, Montenegro. In 1977, he immigrated to the United States, where he...

Michael Bougades

Michael Bougades

Mar 18, 2025

Michael Bougades, a beloved friend and cherished member of the community, passed away on March 18, 2025, at the age of 58. Born in New York City, New York, on August 6, 1966. He is survived by his loving sister, Kim Corless of Trinity, FL and brother, Peter Bougades of River Edge, NJ. His parents were the late Manny &...

Joseph J. Dobish

Joseph J. Dobish

Mar 6, 2025

Joseph “Joe” Dobish peacefully passed away at the age of 96 on March 6, 2025 at his home surrounded by family. A beloved father, grandfather, and cherished member of the community, Joe leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth, touching the hearts of everyone who knew him. Joe was a devoted husband and is survived by his beloved wife...

Michael "Mickey" F. Dunne

Michael "Mickey" F. Dunne

Feb 26, 2025

Michael (Mickey) Dunne, 71, of Ridgefield Park, NJ passed away peacefully on February 27th, 2025.

Michael was born on October 23, 1953 in the Bronx to Jean (nee See) and Thomas Dunne. He retired from Corner Distributor Warehouse in the Bronx. He was an Elks member and cherished his time spent with family and friends.

He is survived by his siblings Irene,...

Loretta L. Labriola

Loretta L. Labriola

Feb 23, 2025

Loretta L. Labriola 85 of Bogota passed away February 23, 2025.

Wife to Michael Labriola, mother of Donna and Michael Labriola and Barbara Labriola. Proud grandmother to Daniel, Jessica and Alexa Quirk, Nicole and Michael Labriola and Amanda Labriola Thorn. Great grandmother to Josephine Quirk and Penelope Thorne. Sister to Dr. Donald Fanelli and Donna Fanelli, Josephine Iorlano and Ann Pascarello. 

The...

Harold E. Goettlicher, Sr.

Harold E. Goettlicher, Sr.

Feb 17, 2025

A man of faith, family, and friendship, Harold Goettlicher passed away peacefully, reunited in heaven with his beloved wife, Sandra (MacAulay). A lifelong Catholic, he was a Eucharistic Minister and an active member of St. Joseph’s Church in Bogota. Harold lived his life with deep devotion—to his faith, his family, and his many cherished traditions. Harold was the beloved father...