Jane M. Zmyslowski, a lifelong Bayonne resident, entered into eternal rest peacefully on Monday, April 1, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Dedicating her life to education, Jane found immense joy in the growth and achievement of each of her students at the John M. Bailey Elementary School in Bayonne, where she proudly held an impressive 44-year career as an English teacher before her retirement in 2010. A devout parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Jane's Christian faith...

Angel Luis Huertas-Gonzalez entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the Alaris Health at Hamilton Park in Jersey City. Born in Maunabo, Puerto Rico, he moved to Bayonne to live with his daughter and her family. Before his retirement, he held a 26-year position as a warehouse manager for the Howard Berger Company in Monroe, N.J. Angel embraced the outdoors with great enthusiasm.  He was nicknamed the "Bluefish Lou," a testament to his passion...

Antoinette Jaffee (nee: Mongelli) died peacefully on February 23, 2024, at Hackensack University Hospital. Born in Hoboken, NJ, she resided in Bayonne for many years. Affectionately known as "Annie," she was a devoted homemaker known for her warm personality and easygoing nature. She was an extensive collector of Disney and Snoopy memorabilia, bringing her immense joy. May Annie rest in eternal peace as her spirit continues to shine brightly in the hearts of those she...

After a well-lived life, Frances Jablonski (nee: Pastula) entered into eternal rest peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024, at Peace Care St. Ann's in Jersey City.  Born in Ostoja, Poland, Frances immigrated to the United States in 1957, residing in Bayonne. She was an accomplished seamstress for the Bayonne Fashion Company, where she worked for 35 years until her retirement in 1997. Frances demonstrated what it meant to walk by faith as she lived her life built on prayer and...

Luba Sawczuk, entered into eternal rest peacefully on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Care One Assisted Living in Livingston, N.J.  Born in Poland, she immigrated to the United States in 1993, residing in Bayonne for 30 years. Luba embraced the role of a devoted homemaker, creating a loving and nurturing environment for her family. She was the dearly beloved wife of the late Eugeniusz Sawczuk and the daughter of the late Piotr and Maria (Jaroszuk) Andrejuk. Left to cherish her...

Paul E. Henson Jr. entered into eternal rest peacefully on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Born in Tucson, Arizona, Paul lived most of his life in Oklahoma, Caldwell, and Bayonne, before settling in East Orange, NJ. He worked as a post-production editor for Image Productions in New York City for over 15 years.  Paul's faith in God was deep and unyielding and carried him through some of the most difficult times in his life. Despite his struggles, he refused to give in to his addiction...

Edward Jurkiewicz, a lifelong resident of Bayonne passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Bayonne Medical Center with his loving family by his side.   Eddie worked as a short-order cook for various restaurants in the Bayonne area during his younger years.  His passion for sports inspired him to team up with his brother, Richie, where together they became the owners of "Nick's SportCenter" (proudly named after their father, Nicholas Jurkiewicz)...

John P. Gleason Esq., longtime attorney and founding partner of the Gleason & Koatz Law Firm in New York City, entered into eternal rest peacefully on January 22, 2024, with his loving family by his side.  Born in Newark, NJ, he resided in Bayonne then Manhattan before settling in the Riverdale section of the Bronx.    A graduate of Seton Hall University School of Law and the University of Paris, John's distinguished legal career as a litigator spanned more than 40...

John August Helbig passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Bayonne Medical Center.  Born in Jersey City, he moved to Bayonne 25 years ago where he has since resided.  John's strong work ethic and dedication led to a 30-year position as a mail handler with the United States Postal Service's Jersey City Bulk Mail Center before his retirement in 2014.  He also served as shop steward for the Postal Workers Union.  With sports being a big part of his life, John...

Maria J. Anuszewski, a lifelong resident of Bayonne, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, with her loving family by her side.  Before her retirement in 2009 she worked as a transcriber for Bayonne Medical Center.  Prior to that, she worked in the banking industry.  Gentle, kind, and loving, Maria's compassionate nature resonated deeply with those who knew her best.  She was a proud supporter of charitable organizations including the ASPCA and the North Shore...