Anthony "Tony" Fulciniti passed away on April 14, 2024, at the age of 77. He was born in New York City on June 20, 1946, a son of the lateViolet and Anthony Fulciniti. He was raised in Brooklyn and after marrying, he and Joan eventually settled in Port Monmouth, in 1990, to raise their family. Tony was a hardworking and dedicated husband and father. He was a mechanic all his life, finding joy in working on cars. For the past 10 years, he worked for the Michael Loori Bus Company as...

Patrick Joseph McBee, a beloved resident of Leonardo, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 17, 1965, in Red Bank, NJ, Patrick was the cherished son of George and Margaret McBee (née MacLean). Patrick's life was marked by a deep commitment to his community and his family. He was a lifelong resident of Leonardo and found fulfillment in his various professional endeavors. Patrick was the proud owner of P. McBee...

Debra Lynn Collins, also known as Debbie, a lifelong resident of Leonardo, passed away on April 5, 2024 at the age of 51. She was born on September 8, 1972. Debbie had a generous heart and was always willing to help others. She loved children dearly and made a career out of her passion by working in childcare, caring not only for her nieces and nephews but also for the neighborhood children. In her free time, Debbie cherished her beloved dog Roxy and had a fondness for animals. She also...

Juana S. Ayala (nee Floril) passed away on March 25, 2024, at the age of 92 surrounded by her family at home. She was born on July 11, 1931, in Guayaquil, Ecuador to the late Rosa and Eduardo Floril. Juana came to America in 1968 and resided in the Bronx, NY, where she worked as a nurse for nearly 20 years before moving to Middletown with her family 40 years ago.    Juana was known for her kindness, love, and caring nature towards others. Juana's greatest joy in life was...

 Anna Capalbo, age 75, of Keansburg, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024. Anna was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who touched the lives of all who knew her.   Born in Newark on August 25, 1948, Anna was the daughter of the late Joseph Conway and Catherine Lutes. She was raised in Union Beach and remained in the Bayshore area for her entire life. Anna was known for her sense of humor and her ability to bring joy to those around her. She had a warm and inviting...

Violet S. Stiffler, 81, of Middletown, passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2024.   Violet was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was born on August 9, 1942, in Brooklyn and raised with her mother and 5 siblings. After marrying her beloved husband Bill, they settled in Middletown in 1973 to raise their young family.   Violet was a homemaker who took pride in creating a warm and welcoming home for her family. She enjoyed arts and crafts, decorating...

Charles W. Eastman, Jr. 35, a lifelong resident of Middletown, unexpectedly passed away on March 24, 2024. He was born on May 5, 1988, in Hackensack, New Jersey, and relocated to Middletown as an infant. Charles graduated from Middletown HS North in 2006 and was an active young man who enjoyed baseball, soccer, and fishing with his father. As an avid sports fan, he rooted for the Dallas Cowboys and NY Yankees. He cherished spending time with his beloved family dog, Lucy. Chuck, as he was...

David J. Carr, 66, a longtime resident of Belford passed peacefully on March 13, 2024. Known for his compassionate nature, fun-loving personality, and kindness towards others, David touched the lives of many. He served in the US Navy as a Black Seal Boiler Operator. Using the skills he learned in the military, he went on to work for various universities and corporations, where he excelled in maintaining boiler systems. Outside of work, David had a passion for NASCAR and enjoyed traveling...

George H. Gillam, III, age 64, of Belford, passed away on March 10, 2024, at Jersey Shore Medical Center. He was born on November 20, 1959, in Fort Sill, Oklahoma, while his father was stationed there. The family returned to Belford when George was just an infant.   George was a proud career veteran who served in the Army Air Force during Desert Storm. He was never seen without his Army hat and jacket on. After retiring from the military, the skills that he learned as a helicopter...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Patricia "Paddy" Monahan on March 7, 2024, at the age of 81. Born and raised in Brooklyn, a daughter of the late James and Katherine Cummings. Her family moved to East Keansburg when Paddy was in her teens. After meeting her future husband, Jack, they moved to Spring Lake and eventually settled in Belford to raise their young family in 1973. Paddy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was known for her caring and...