Severino R. Ovejera, 77, of Bayonne, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 27, 2020, with his loving family by his side.  Born in Tarlac, Philippines, Severino immigrated to the United States in 2003 where he resided in Bayonne for the past 17 years.  Severino worked as a dietary assistant with the Castle Hill Health Care Center in Union City, a position he held for 10 years before his retirement in 2010.  Severino was a man of honor and integrity whose...

It is with heavy hearts that the loving family of Richard Betz announces his passing at age 64, on Monday, March 16, 2020. A lifelong resident of Bayonne, Richie was known as a gracious gentleman, devoted family man, and faithful friend to all.  His strong work ethic proved valuable in his long career as an independent general contractor, where he had the ability to fix and create just about anything he put his mind to.  He was also a licensed electrician with...

Irene Bartosiewicz “Bartos” (nee: Konczal), 93 a lifelong resident of Bayonne, passed away peacefully at her daughters home in Middletown on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Irene was employed as a telephone operator for many years with the Bell Telephone Company in New York City.  She then went on to pursue a career as a product researcher with the Maidenform Company in Bayonne.  As part of Maidenforms anniversary celebration in...

Peerless Rose Fogoe, 80, of Bayonne, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 7, 2020 with her loving family by her side. Born in Jamaica W.I., Peerless proudly dedicated 24 years as a teacher and mentor to her students and was a highly respected colleague among her school faculty.  In 1993 she came to the United States where she resided in Bayonne.  She was employed with the Visiting Homemaker Services in Jersey City as a caregiver, a position she held...

  Paul Roland Ferentz, 72, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 3, 2020.  Paul was born in Montclair, NJ, before moving to Bayonne, where he resided for most of his life.  He worked as a warehouseman with the Powell-Duffryn Terminals in Bayonne for many years.  With a love for the outdoors, Paul was a motorcycle enthusiast, a passion he enjoyed immensely in his younger years.  His greatest pride and joy in life was spending time with his adored grandson,...

  Dr. Lelia M. Roeckell-Szemiot, of Bayonne, formerly of Huntington, N.Y., passed away suddenly, on Monday, March 2, 2020.  “Lee” as she was known by all, was a Professor of History with the Molloy College in Rockville Centre, NY, for the past 22 years.  Lee was a supportive colleague and friend who made significant contributions to the field of education.  She served as Chair of the History and Political Science Department from 2003 to...

Carol San Phillip, 69, a lifelong resident of Bayonne, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 2, 2020 with her loving brother by her side. Carol was employed with the Bookazine Company in Bayonne.  Prior to that, she worked for the Sema Company in Secaucus for many years. With her sincere smile and her genuine kindness, Carol befriended everyone she met while taking her daily walks around town or shopping at the malls.  She lived a humble and simple life and will always remain...

Elsie Marie Wroblewski, 78, of Bayonne, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, February 27, 2020.  Elsie was born in Brooklyn, NY, and lived on Staten Island for many years before settling in Bayonne 22 years ago.   Elsie’s outgoing personality and genuine interest in others allowed her to make friends wherever she went.  She had a natural talent for sewing and crocheting various types of blankets to...

  John Oleski, 74, a lifelong resident of Bayonne, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2020.  John worked for many years as a warehouseman for Wachsberg Pickle Works in Bayonne. John was predeceased by his parents, Henry and Margaret (nee: Larson) Oleski and his brother Henry. Left to cherish his memory are his brother Stanley Oleski and his wife Martha, his sister Margaret Romeo, and his nieces and nephews. Cremation was private.  Entombment with his...

Constance "Connie", Staugaitis (nee: Helwig) 86, of Irvington, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2020, at the CareOne Nursing Home in Holmdel. Connie was born in Irvington, to Florence and William Helwig, where she was a resident for the past 63 years.  She married the love of her life, Frank Staugaits and together they proudly raised twins, Robert and Cynthia. Connie was a master cook, baker, and candy maker. She had a love for Broadway shows, dance, and...