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NJ Dad Of 3 Dies Suddenly Days After 45th Birthday
A New Jersey father of three who built a respected career in New York’s tech industry died suddenly just days after his 45th birthday, leaving his family and community in shock. Carlos Rodriguez, 45, of Flemington, passed away on Sunday, March 1, according to his obituary from Scarpa Las Rosas Funeral Home. He had turned 45 on Feb. 27. Carlos Rodriguez died suddenly in his sleep just days after his 45th birthday. Now, loved ones are raising money to help his family cover funeral costs and support his youngest child. GoFundMe photo Rodriguez died suddenly in his sleep with no war…
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Bergen County Firefighter Dies Months After Saving Daughter: 'Hero In Uniform And At Home'
A longtime Lodi volunteer firefighter and North Bergen father has died five months after he was struck by a car, leaving him with a traumatic brain injury, according to his obituary and a family update. Pedro Manuel Jimenez, 44, of North Bergen, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 30, according to his obituary posted by Voorhees Funeral Home. He is survived by his wife, Megan Dwyer-Jimenez; daughters Orla and Neila; parents Pedro Jimenez and Gladys Jimenez; siblings, Diosdada Cordero, Vickyana Jimenez, Jason Jimenez, Randy Jimenez, and Scarlet Jimenez; and his in-laws, Dennis…
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NJ Boy Daniel Spencer Diaz Dies, 14
The Elizabeth community is mourning the death of 14-year-old Daniel Spencer Diaz, as family and friends remember a boy they call “the best human.” Diaz died on Wednesday, Feb. 25, his mother, Evelyn wrote on a GoFundMe. She described Daniel as a “bright and loving 14-year-old” who faced challenges related to his diagnosis of ADHD, ODD, and other disorders. “Despite these struggles, Daniel had a heart full of compassion,” Diaz wrote. “He was always looking out for others, making sure his family and friends were okay, and finding joy in simple things like playing outside.” Daniel also h…
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NJ 8th Grader's Sudden Death Spreads Sadness, $24K Raised For Family
A South Jersey eighth grader has died suddenly, leaving her school and community in mourning. Malani Matthews, a student at Middle Township Middle School in Cape May Court House, died early Thursday morning, Feb. 26, Superintendent of Schools Stephanie DeRose said in a letter to families dated Feb. 27. Members of the District Crisis Intervention Team were made available to provide counseling and emotional support for students, the superintendent said. Therapy dogs were also brought on-site to comfort students and staff. Malani GoFundMe photo “We extend our deepest sympathy an…
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Neil Sedaka Dies After Sudden Medical Emergency: Celebrated Singer-Songwriter
Neil Sedaka, the legendary singer-songwriter behind timeless hits like "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do" and "Calendar Girl," has died. According to Variety, the 86-year-old Sedaka's death on Friday, Feb. 27, came after a sudden medical emergency “Our family is devastated by the sudden passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Neil Sedaka,” his family said in a statement according to Variety. “A true rock and roll legend, an inspiration to millions, but most importantly, at least to those of us who were lucky enough to know him, an incredible human being who will be deep…
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After Years Of Private Health Battle, Bergen County Marine Vet, Father John Formoso Dies
John Formoso, 54, of River Edge, died on Thursday, Feb. 19, according to his obituary on the Frech-McKnight Funeral Home website. He was 54 years old. Born in Brooklyn to Faustina (née Cueto) and Juan Formosa, Formoso earned his Bachelor’s degree in political science, was a highly-decorated U.S. Marine veteran, his obituary says. He worked as a medical sales representative with Abbott Medical for many years. A GoFundMe launched by Carmen Formoso-Adamcik said Formoso "privately navigated devastating illnesses acquired from toxic exposure decades ago while serving as a Motor Transpo…
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Support Swells After Rutgers Student Killed In Route 27 Crash
Amber Torres was set to graduate from Rutgers University with a degree in science before the 22-year-old Colonia resident was killed in a car crash on Route 27 on Wednesday, Feb. 18, according to a fundraiser set up to support her family. "Amber was a cherished daughter, sister, granddaughter, girlfriend and best friend. She was the kind of person who lit up every room she walked into," Niove Ramirez, who organized the fundraiser, wrote. "Her smile was contagious, her heart was generous, and she always put others before herself. She had a way of making everyone feel seen, valued, and lo…
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After NJ Mom's Sudden Death, Young Daughter Raises $93K For Her And Her Sister
More than $90,000 has been raised for two New Jersey girls following the sudden death of their mother. Melissa Conca of Manasquan, died on Tuesday, Feb. 17, according to her obituary on the O'Brien Funeral Home website. She was 51 years old. Conca's daughter, Ava Lamonica, started a GoFundMe campaign for her and her sister, Sophie, that had raised $93,000 as of Saturday, Feb. 21. "Our lives changed forever when our mom passed away suddenly from an undiagnosed heart issue at just 51 years old. She was our beautiful best friend, and an amazing role model with a courageous soul who loved…
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Bill Mazeroski, Pirates Legend Who Hit 1960 World Series Game 7 Walk-Off, Dies At 89
Pittsburgh Pirate legend Bill Mazeroski — who clubbed one of the greatest and most famous home runs in World Series history — died at the age of 89 in Pennsylvania. The Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards during his career is best known for his Game 7 home run in the 1960 World Series when he took Ralph Terry deep in the bottom of the ninth inning to give the Pirates a 10-9 championship win over the New York Yankees. 10/13/60: Bill Mazeroski hits a dramatic walk-off home run to win the World Series for the Pirates against the Yankees in Game 7 MLB "It …
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Brazilian Church Rallies After NY Mom Killed, Teen Injured In Botched Murder-Suicide
An outpouring of support is growing for the family of a Long Island mother killed in a botched murder-suicide that left her estranged husband hospitalized and a teenage relative injured. Adriana Paulino Barbosa, 46, was fatally stabbed at a home on Granny Road in Farmingville around 8:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12, as Daily Voice reported. Investigators determined her estranged husband, Marcos Marques-Leal, 57, stabbed Barbosa, injured a teenage relative inside the home, and then attempted to take his own life, according to Suffolk County Police. Marques-Leal has been charged with second-degre…
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Wayne Paraprofessional, Mom Jaime Elyce Coon Dies, 48
Jaime Elyce (née Schweigert) Coon, a Wayne resident who worked with children with special needs and volunteered throughout her community, died on Sunday, Feb. 8. She was 48 years old. Jaime worked as a paraprofessional at Windsor Learning Center in Pompton Lakes, where she supported children with behavioral challenges and special needs, according to her obituary from Gaita Memorial Home. She also worked at Bogies Hoagies in Hawthorne and volunteered at the Living in Freedom Group Home in Haledon, where she regularly attended events and gatherings, her obituary reads. Jaime was predece…
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'Heat,' 'Manhunter' Star, Actor Tom Noonan Dead At 74
Tom Noonan, a prolific character actor with credits dating back more than 40 years, has died. The Greenwich native was 74. Director Fred Dekker announced his death on Facebook on Wednesday, Feb. 18, saying the 6-feet-5-inch-tall actor had died last week. He did not provide a cause of death. Noonan built a long and memorable career in film, television, and theater. His film credits include playing a crime boss in “RoboCop 2,” an assassin in “Last Action Hero,” a hacker in “Heat,” and a serial killer in “Manhunter.” Famed director Michael Mann, who directed hi…
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