Elizabeth Frances Gildea, 95, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family

Fran had a deep faith in God and was deeply proud to be a devoted wife, mother, and later, a proud grandmother.

Funeral Set For 'Inseparable' Couple Killed In Route 37 Crash

Kiley Armstrong and Evan Fiore will be buried together; Kiley's twin sister, Krista, and her boyfriend, Ryan Chapman, are recovering.

Toms River Man Loved Music, Struggled With Mental Health, Sister Says

Deane E. LaBranche loved making music, his sister said, but a lifelong battle with manic depression interfered with sharing his passion.

Death Of Uncle-Turned-Dad Leaves Void In Beachwood Family's Lives

Michael Barry "was defined by his unwavering love and dedication to others," his family said. They are struggling to pick up the pieces.

John Chyko, Former Toms River Elementary School Teacher, Mourned

John M. Chyko taught in the Toms River schools for 38 years and helped create a basketball league among the district's elementary schools.

Iconic 'Miss Liberty' Sondra Fortunato Has Died: Reports

The Toms River resident known for driving around with her car covered in signs celebrating her many honors was battling cancer.

Fun-Loving, Loyal, Warm And Kind: Toms River Motorcyclist Remembered

Friends have rallied to support the family of Jeffrey S. Schlinger, the Toms River man who was killed in a crash on Aug. 3.

He Loved Spreading Joy: Michael Olchaskey Of Toms River Remembered

Michael "Mickey" Olchaskey was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan and a kind and giving man, his family said.

Funeral Services Set For Former Toms River North Basketball Coach

Ray Cervino coached the TR North girls basketball team to the 2000 Tournament of Champions final, the only Ocean County team to get there.

Mentor, Coach, Motivating Voice: Toms River's Bob Petruski Mourned

Bob Petruski led the T.E.A.M. peer education program and was a longtime track and cross country coach, and left an imprint on all he knew.

Hard Worker, A Huge Heart: Toms River Man Mourned

Nick Cacciapaglia, 24, "would do anything for his family and friends," his brother said. Funeral services are Thursday evening.

Funeral Services Set For Ocean County Sheriff's Officer

Sgt. Matthew Horton, who worked for the sheriff's office since 2007, died on Feb. 22 after a battle with COVID-19.

'A Tremendous Loss': Ocean County Sheriff's Officer Remembered

Ocean County Sheriff's Officer Brian D. Stockhoff "had such a presence about him," and was hardworking, caring and supportive, friends said.

Lifeguard Honored At Candlelight Vigil In South Seaside Park

Hundreds of people surrounded the family and friends of Keith Pinto of Toms River as they mourned his death and remembered his life.

Beloved Toms River Grandmother Remembered For Her Singing And Joy

Caroline "Carol" Tarrazi nee Tamburin died at age 94 on Wednesday, June 9, surrounded by family in her home.

Former Toms River Mayor Thomas Kelaher Mourned

Flags will be flown at half-staff in the township for Kelaher, whom Mayor Maurice Hill called "a pillar of the community."

Humble, Committed Father & Husband: Toms River's Michael Reilly

"Only the lucky ones really got to see how soft his soul was," Rebecca Reilly said, as she paid tribute to her husband., who died Dec. 9.

Funeral Services Set For Retired Seaside Heights Capt. LaStella

People described the former police captain as a legend; he "had his finger on the pulse of what being a great cop was," one man said.

L. Manuel Hirshblond: 'A Great Stabilizing Force' For Toms River

The longtime township clerk administrator, who oversaw Toms River's tremendous growth in the 1960s and '70s, died Sunday. He was 93.

Tough On Ice, Kind Leader Off It: Toms River Mourns Hockey Player

A memorial service is set for Sunday at Huddy Park for Aidan Inteso, a 2020 Toms River East graduate who was just embarking on his future.

'One Of Our Own:' Toms River Remembers Olympian Pavle Jovanovic

"So many loved him and were inspired by him," a friend wrote of Jovanovic, a 1995 Toms River East grad and 2006 Olympian, who died May 3.

George Bobowicz Of Toms River, Loving Grandfather To 11

George L Bobowicz worked for Hudson News and lived in Lyndhurst before he and his wife retired to Toms River.

Singer Anjelia Pelay, 34, Of Toms River Remembered As 'Kind Soul'

Born Angela Chiappelli, she was to sing at The Stone Pony the day she died. Family called her "a bright light in an otherwise dim world."

Toms River North Teen Had Positive Outlook On Everything: Friends

The Toms River North senior, who was just weeks from graduation, died in a motorcycle accident Thursday.

Beloved Toms River Soccer Coach Gerard P. Scala, 58, Mourned

"Coach Jerry" was being rememebered as thoughtful, kind and most of all was "a great man," friends said.

Ocean County Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. Dies At 71

The longest-serving freeholder and the driving force behind the county's park system, died following a battle with cancer.

Funeral Services Set For Bonnie Verga, Former Beachwood Mayor, 69

She also served on the Borough Council and was a certified municipal finance officer who had worked for muitlple towns.

Services Set For 'Fireman Don' Donald Strunck Sr. Of Toms River

Strunck was the last living charter member of East Dover Fire Company No. 4, the company said.

Ken Langdon, Ortley Beach Homeowner, Advocate, Mourned At 85

He also was chairman of the Vet

Heartfelt Obituary For Ocean Elections Official, Fought Addiction

Robert Drake Jr. made everyone laugh and smile, even as he battled substance abuse and lost. It can happen to anyone, his family says.

Donovan Catholic Theatre Teacher Brought 'Light, Joy, And Hope'

Karin Krenek, who died Friday, taught and directed school shows, but she was so much more to her students, the school and the community.

Rosemary Chencharick, 62, Of Toms River, Lived With No Regrets

She was a mother first, then woked for Radio Holland and Mackay Marine later in her life.

Philanthropist Linda Grunin, 75, Remembered As 'Remarkable Woman'

The longtime Toms River resident and co-founder of the Grunin Foundation was passionate about helping her community, her family said.

Bob Levy, Beloved WOBM Radio Icon, Dies At 86

Amazing, funny, and dedicated to his community, Bob Levy died on the 50th anniversary of the first broadcast of the station he built.

Dr. Laura Napolitano, Toms River East Graduate, Dies At 54

Dr. Napolitano was elected Girls State governor in New Jersey in 1980 and was president of the student council at Toms River East.

'He Always Put Family First:' Toms River Man Remembered

Funeral services have been set for Rich Bococinski, who died Tuesday. "He would do anything for anyone," his brother said.

Services Set For Mary Ellen Hudson, Active Toms River Volunteer

Mrs. Hudson, 89, worked for the Toms River schools for 26 years and served numerous Toms River organizations.

Funeral Services Set For Dr. John A. Pino Of Toms River

Dr. Pino had a family practice in Toms River and helped train doctors and nurse practitioners at Monmouth and Rowan universities.

'She Was Sunshine:' Donovan Alum, 23, Mourned After Cancer Fight

Sami Bienkowski, first diagnosed in 2008, never let cancer stand in the way of pursuing her dreams.

Funeral Services Set For Toms River Police Officer Brett Hansen

The Brick Township resident had served on the Toms River force since August 2015.