Tammy Tobitsch, Outdoor Enthusiast From Union County, Dies At 47 Tammy Tobitsch, Outdoor Enthusiast From Union County, Dies At 47 Tammy Tobitsch, Outdoor Enthusiast From Union County, Dies At 47
Tammy Tobitsch, Outdoor Enthusiast From Union County, Dies At 47 Tammy Tobitsch, a New Providence resident, died of breast cancer at the age of 47 on Friday, Sept. 29 according to her obituary. A native of Summit, Tobitsch graduated from Summit High School and developed her love for the outdoors at the Frost Valley YMCA in the Catskills.  She enjoyed camping, hiking, biking, kayaking and sailing, her obituary reads. Her outdoor excursions took her to Winnipeg and Sweden, according to her obituary. Tobitsch, a diehard New York Rangers fan, spent the last 14 years working for Recreational Equipment Inc. as a programs specialist for merchandising options, …
NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT' NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT' NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT'
NJ Dancer Wows With Tribute To Mom Battling Cancer On 'AGT' Donovyn Diaz has all the right moves. The 20-year-old Cranford native, who graduated from Union Catholic High School, stunned the judges on "America's Got Talent" earlier this month by performing a dance routine in honor of his mother, who is battling breast cancer.  "I want her to see me and think I raised a star," Diaz, who has a background in dance and gymnastics, said. Diaz then impressed the crowd with his dance to "How I Say Goodbye" by Dean Lewis, moving some audience members to tears. "I think you're mom is going to be so proud because this was spectacular," judge Sophie Verg…
Beloved Warren County Mom Farrell Egan Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 34 Beloved Warren County Mom Farrell Egan Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 34 Beloved Warren County Mom Farrell Egan Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 34
Beloved Warren County Mom Farrell Egan Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 34 Warren County is mourning the loss of a devoted mother of two following a valiant battle with breast cancer. Farrell Collins Egan of Harmony Township died at St. Luke's Hospital, Anderson Campus, on Friday, July 28. She was 34. Born in Phillipsburg, Farrell graduated from Warren Hills High School, her obituary says. She had an insatiable love of travel and adventure, often seeking out new destinations and B&Bs with her cherished husband, Jason. She also loved hiking and spending time in the great outdoors. Above all, Farrell embraced her role as a caring mother to her two adoring son…
Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support
Beloved Morris County Mom’s Breast Cancer Death At 48 Prompts Outpour Of Community Support Morris County is mourning the death of a beloved mother of three following a five-year battle with breast cancer. Jeanette (nee-Sanchez) Hayduk died at Morristown Medical Center in the loving embrace of her family on Saturday, July 29, her obituary says. She was 48. Born in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Jeanette was raised in Puerto Rico and spent time in Lakewood and Bayville before settling in Cedar Knolls 26 years ago. She spent about 10 years working as a production manager for Regal Drapes in Morristown, according to a GoFundMe launched by the company for her family’s support that describe…
Newtown Woman Who Hit, Killed Meghan Raveis In Fairfield Had 3 Kids In Jeep, Warrant Says Newtown Woman Who Hit, Killed Meghan Raveis In Fairfield Had 3 Kids In Jeep, Warrant Says Newtown Woman Who Hit, Killed Meghan Raveis In Fairfield Had 3 Kids In Jeep, Warrant Says
Newtown Woman Who Hit, Killed Meghan Raveis In Fairfield Had 3 Kids In Jeep, Warrant Says The Connecticut woman who hit and killed Meghan Raveis, a member of the William Raveis Real Estate Company family, had three children in her car when the crash occurred, according to authorities. The arrest warrant for Fairfield County resident Meghan Rice, age 51, of Newtown, describes the incident which took the life of the 45-year-old mother of three on Friday, June 23 on Redding Road in the town of Fairfield as she was out for a walk. When Fairfield Police arrived on the scene, they found a neighbor performing chest compressions on Raveis who had been thrown out of her shoes more t…
Beloved Mom, Pillar In Community: Death Of 45-Year-Old Woman Mourned In Fairfield Beloved Mom, Pillar In Community: Death Of 45-Year-Old Woman Mourned In Fairfield Beloved Mom, Pillar In Community: Death Of 45-Year-Old Woman Mourned In Fairfield
Beloved Mom, Pillar In Community: Death Of 45-Year-Old Woman Mourned In Fairfield New Update: Member Of Raveis Real Estate Family Killed In Crash Remembered For 'Loving Heart' The death of a well-known mother, wife, and fundraiser who was a member of the William Raveis Real Estate Company family has shaken the Connecticut community where she lived after she was struck by a car while taking a walk. Fairfield County resident Meghan Raveis, age 45, died just before 3 p.m. on Friday, June 23 in the town of Fairfield, in the 500 block of Redding Road. "My heart breaks for the Raveis family," said Fairfield First Selectwoman Brenda L. Kupchick. "It’s a horrible tra…
Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children
Waltham Mom Of 4 Dies At 46, Community Rushes To Support Husband, Children The passing of a local woman who "poured her heart and soul into her work and patients" has been met with an outpouring of support from her community.  Christina “Tina” Pulselli, of Waltham, died at 46 years old on Tuesday, May 23 after a "courageous" battle with breast cancer, according to her obituary. Pulselli's passing left her family in "disbelief," but her community has come to the aid of her grieving loved ones. A GoFundMe created to support her husband and four children has raised almost $7,000 in only two days.  "Tina was an amazing wife to Vinnie and an incredible mother to her …
Loudoun County Mom Erika Serna Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 40 Loudoun County Mom Erika Serna Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 40 Loudoun County Mom Erika Serna Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 40
Loudoun County Mom Erika Serna Dies After Valiant Breast Cancer Battle, 40 Leesburg mom Erika Gudalupe Serna died on Saturday, May 13 after a valiant breast cancer battle. She was 40 years old. Born in El Paso Texas, Erika lived in Leesburg with her husband of 17 years, Jeremias Serna, and their two daughters. A GoFundMe for the family had raised more than $22,000 as of Wednesday, May 24. "She was one of the most energetic, positive, and gracious people we’ve ever known," writes campaign founders Christi Johnson.  "For anyone who has met Erika, you would immediately feel her warmth and kindness surrounding you, even on some of her hardest days. Erika w…
Beloved Trumbull Paraeducator Dies At Age 55 Beloved Trumbull Paraeducator Dies At Age 55 Beloved Trumbull Paraeducator Dies At Age 55
Beloved Trumbull Paraeducator Dies At Age 55 A beloved paraeducator from Fairfield County has died after a 10-year battle with breast cancer. Robin Bova, age 55, of Trumbull, died Sunday, May 21, just weeks after being named Trumbull Early Childhood Education Center's Paraeducator of the Year. Known to all as Miss Robin, Bova was known for her personality, which according to a GoFundMe, was "as big as her hair." "Her sense of humor was even bigger," said Gail Kay, who organized the fundraiser. "She was wholly dedicated to her three boys and husband Kevin." According to the fundraiser and TECEC's principal Matthew Wheeler,&…
Aspiring Jersey Shore Dental Hygienist Gets Wave Of Support After Breast Cancer Diagnosis At 28 Aspiring Jersey Shore Dental Hygienist Gets Wave Of Support After Breast Cancer Diagnosis At 28 Aspiring Jersey Shore Dental Hygienist Gets Wave Of Support After Breast Cancer Diagnosis At 28
Aspiring Jersey Shore Dental Hygienist Gets Wave Of Support After Breast Cancer Diagnosis At 28 “You never know how strong you are until strong is the only choice you have.” These wise words — undeniably true — were written in a GoFundMe launched on behalf of Amanda Foster, a 28-year-old aspiring dental hygienist who was diagnosed with Stage 1 Grade C breast cancer last December. “Every doctor swore it was nothing to worry about until the biopsy came back,” reads the campaign, which was created by a friend, sharing Foster’s inspiring story of resilience and determination far and wide. “My worst fear came to life… Why me?” Meanwhile, Foster is a full-time student planning to fini…
‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients ‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients ‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients
‘Live Like Linda’ Shares Late Hunterdon Mom’s Legacy Battling Cancer, Supports Current Patients Rosalinda “Linda” Virruso Giles will forever be remembered for her countless accomplishments, but more importantly, her compassionate nature. In fact, following her death from breast cancer last May, Linda has become the namesake of a program launched to lessen the burden for individuals and families navigating their own cancer journeys: Live Like Linda. “Linda was a remarkable woman who always thought of others first, positively impacting many lives with her kind words and thoughtful actions,” reads a GoFundMe created by Amy Giles. A Somerville native, Linda attended Bloomsburg College in…
Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle
Donations Pour In As Devoted Warren County Mom Theresa Boylan Loses 7-Year Breast Cancer Battle Tributes and donations are pouring in after the death of a beloved Warren County mom and longtime volunteer who fought a valiant seven-year battle with breast cancer. Theresa L. Boylan, of Hackettstown, died at Karen Ann Quinlan in Fredon on Thursday, April 27, her obituary says. She was 48. Born in Syracuse, NY, Theresa was a former hairstylist at Hair Designs by Kim. She was well-known throughout the community for her activism as a soccer club volunteer and as President of the Great Meadows PTO. “Theresa loved everyone and is loved by all,” reads her memorial. Theresa’s surviving famil…