All Obituaries

Andrew A. Serenelli, 101, of Yardville, NJ, entered into God’s eternal care on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at the Serenity Hospice unit at RWJ Hamilton. He was surrounded by his loving family.  Andrew was born in Trenton, NJ on November 23, 1922 to Italian Immigrant parents, Andrea and Giovanna (Epifani) Serenelli.  He spent many of his childhood years at St. Michael’s Orphanage Asylum and Industrial School in Hopewell, NJ with some of his siblings. He was one of nine...

Maria Ioanna Passalaris, 25, of Skillman, NJ, entered into her eternal rest with the Lord on Friday, April 12, 2024.  Maria was born in New York, New York on March 10, 1999.  She attended the Eden School, graduated from the Lakeview School in 2020 with her high school diploma, and was most recently attending an adult day program at the Red Ribbon Academy II in Hillsborough, NJ.   Maria loved attending church services at St. George Greek Orthodox Church where she was an...

Cletus Mark Cheshire, 57, of Trenton, NJ, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Capital Health Regional in Trenton.  Cletus was born in Lakeland, Florida to parents, Raymond Cheshire and Judith Shaw.  He was employed as a truck driver for Hermann’s Transportation in Monmouth Junction, NJ for many years.  He was a hard working family man.  Cletus was a loving and devoted son, husband, brother, step-father, uncle, and friend to many.   Son of the late...

Emiliana Asentista Codilla, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the Mercer Medical Center in Hopewell, NJ.   Emiliana or Mama, as she was lovingly called, was born in Mualbual, Cebu, Philippines on February 5, 1932. As a young woman of 17 years, she married a hard-working man named Isaac.  Isaac Enriquez Codilla was slightly older than Emiliana and so began their married life.  Within a year she gave birth to her first child and...

Shawn James Rodriguez, Sr., 45, of Trenton, entered into God’s care on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at home.  Born in Trenton, NJ, Shawn was a lifelong area resident.  He worked for Peroni’s Upholstery for many years prior to his current employment with Chuck’s Paving of Hamilton.   Shawn loved fishing, and was a jokester who loved to clown around.  He was the life of the party.  Shawn had a big heart, he loved everyone and was very giving. ...

Manuel Eduardo Ramones Vicuña age 24 entered into God’s care on Saturday, April 6, 2024.  Manuel was born in Sucua, Ecuador to his loving parents Manuel Ramones and Norma Vicuña on August 17, 1999.  He was the youngest son and was known to be a mommas boy who was spoiled by his mother and family.  He was nicknamed “Goku” for his affinity to watching Dragon Ball Z and also “Nene” because he was the youngest and had a babyface. ...

Eric Scott Guzman,53, of Trenton, NJ, passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Capital Health Regional in Trenton.  Born in Trenton, NJ, Eric was a lifelong area resident.  He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School Class of 1988.  He was formerly employed by UCA Prostate Cancer Center in Lawrenceville, NJ as a medical patient transporter.   Eric was a huge fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.  He loved the band KISS and enjoyed attending their...

Nicholas S. Stamates passed away Saturday, March 30th surrounded by his loving family at home. He recently celebrated his 90th birthday in November. Born in Newark NJ, Nick was the son of the late Eftihia Papademas Stamates and Fotis Stamates. The family moved to Thebes, Greece until he was six years old, and then moved back to the USA right when World War II broke out. He graduated from West Side High School in 1952. He met his true love Mary who was his neighbor in the Greek section of...

Barbara Ann Gusz, 93, of Ewing Township, NJ, entered into her eternal rest with the Lord on Good Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by her devoted family while at home.  She lived a beautiful life filled with love for family and enriched by many lifelong friends. Barbara received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) where she met the love of her life, John F. Gusz.  They made an incredible team until his untimely death in 1989 after 39...

Chester J. Schiaretti, born December 10, 1944 in Trenton, NJ, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024 at Southern Ocean Medical Center.  He was preceded in death by parents Nicholas and Ann Schiaretti, nėe Coccia, his brother Robert Schiaretti, his sisters Elaine Narkun and Linda Cominski, his brother Dominick Schiaretti, and his beloved fiancé Sandy Price.  He is survived by his brother Nicholas Schiaretti and his wife Barbara of California and his sister Olympia...