All Obituaries

Marie E. Stoddard, 87, of Toms River (formerly East Hanover), passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 27, 2024. PLEASE CHECK BACK TO VEW FULL OBITUARY Visitation at the Leonardis Memorial Home, Inc., 210 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park on Monday from 4-7pm.  Funeral on Tuesday, assembling at the funeral home at 10am, followed by funeral prayers at 11:00 am. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Hanover. 

Florence R. DeTrolio, 98, of Whippany, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on April 25, 2024. As the daughter of a seamstress who owned a sewing shop, at only 5 years old, her mother taught her how to sew the buttons onto dresses to help with the family business.   By the time Florence was 10, she was the family cook.  She was smart, intelligent and knowledgeable, despite only having a grammar school education.  A fabulous cook and baker,...

Frances A. Zarra, 85, formerly of East Hanover and Newark, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024. Frances lived a life full of beauty and grace, a gift she shared with others through her time as a beautician at the salon she owned with her former husband James, and then later in life when she became a cosmetologist.  She enjoyed keeping up with fashion and was always the most stylish person in the room.   She was a dedicated Mother who made a point to always be present for her...

Antonio F. Lopes, 90, of Florham Park, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2024. Beloved husband of 65 years to Ilda Lopes.  Devoted father of Susan Lopes Murphy and her husband John W. Murphy.  Cherished grandfather of Shannon Elizabeth Murphy, John William Murphy, Jr. and his wife Sheila Coll Murphy.  Proud great-grandfather of John William Murphy, III.  Funeral services were held privately to the family. Donations can be made in Antonio’s name to St. Jude...

Michael A. Cocco, loving husband and father, dies at 59 Michael A. Cocco, of Florham Park, NJ, passed away peacefully at his home on April 21, 2024. He was 59 years old. Michael, known as Mike, worked for 18 years at RWJBarnabas Health, the state’s largest health care system. It was here that he met his wife to be, Beth McCabe. After leaving Barnabas in 2007, he served as Director and then Vice President of International Operations and Security for Synchronoss Technologies. His dozen...

John O. Esposito, 81, of East Hanover, passed away peacefully at his home on April 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Angela Esposito.  Devoted father of Jason Hawiszczak, his wife Fran, Scott Esposito and Jennifer Esposito.  Cherished grandfather of Nicholas and Lexi, Alicia, Meghan and Anthony.  Great-grandfather of Jax.  Loving son of Muriel Esposito.  Dear brother of Bobby, Tommy, Richie and Mimi.  Also survived by many nieces,...

Carmen M. Yannuzzi, Sr., 95, of East Hanover and a member of the Greatest Generation, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 11, 1928, during the Great Depression, Carmen's life was a testament to resilience, service, and love. At a young age, Carmen exemplified his patriotism by joining the US Navy during World War II. He bravely served his country, embodying the spirit of duty and sacrifice. Following the war, Carmen continued his...

Louie A. Tenore, 83, of East Hanover, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024. Louie worked as an electrician with Daidone Electric for over 50 years, before retiring.  Louie always had a smile on his face.  He loved antique cars, spending time in Atlantic City with his entire family, but his greatest enjoyment was spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was a dedicated husband, devoted father and proud grandfather.  He will be sorely missed by all that...

Alice “Bebe” Reid Totten, 99, of Florham Park, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family and friends, on April 9, 2024. Beloved wife of 68 years to Bleecker Totten.  She was also survived by many family members, cousins and dear friends.  Alice was pre-deceased by her son Lance Reid Totten.  A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, May 16 from 2pm to 2:45pm followed by a light lunch at The Brooklake Country Club located at 139...

Vincent “Jimmy” Blasi, 86, of Florham Park, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.  Jimmy was born in Newark's First Ward and grew up in a traditional Italian American Family.  Eventually he went on to a rewarding and successful career as a union electrician and was a proud member of the IBEW Local Union #164 for over 50 years.  Jimmy enjoyed all things electrical and building related.  No job was ever too...