All Obituaries

Gladys Kertis (nee: Frantz) passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2019.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Martha and Ferdinand Frantz and was a lifelong resident.  Mrs. Kertis was a devoted member of the Grace Lutheran Church community, serving in various roles throughout her years of service, including as music director. She was also a Sunday school teacher at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and was a Member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Kertis is survived by her...

Dolores A. Krizenowski passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 27, 2019.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Bronislawa (nee: Stungeris) and Anton Krizenawskas. Dolores was a wire woman for Western Electric and a member of the Telephone Pioneers. She also worked at the 5th Street Deliette. Dolores was the dear sister of George Krizenawski, and his wife, the late Lorraine; the beloved aunt of John Bauer, and his wife, Kathleen, Lauren Krizenawski, George Krizenawski, Jr., Mary Ellen...

Juan Polanco, of Bayonne, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30, 2019.  He was born in the town of Tamboril in the Dominican Republic to the late Maria (nee: Rodriguez) and Bautista Polanco. He was a factory worker for Good Times Entertainment. Juan loved playing scratch-offs, listening to music, and playing dominoes and bingo. Juan is survived by his loving children, Christian and Cesar Polanco and Better Dajer; many loving grandchildren; and his former wife, Carmen...

Michelle Anne Macaluso passed away suddenly on Monday, July 22, 2019.  She was born on August 9, 1981 in Brooklyn, NY to Theresa (nee: Ryan) and Frank Macaluso and was a resident of Bayonne. Michelle is survived by her cherished son, Anthony Touhey; her beloved mother, Theresa Macaluso; her dear step-mother, Donna Macaluso; her loving siblings, Melissa Macaluso, Joey Ambrose, Theresa Macaluso, Sean Paul, Lisa Macaluso, Jesse Macaluso and Alexis Macaluso; her beloved...

Margaret Jean “Tootsie” Williams (nee: McInenly) died peacefully on Tuesday, July 9, 2019, surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Margaret (nee: Brooks) and Charles McInenly and was a lifelong resident.  Margaret was a secretary for the Bayonne Board of Education for over 30 years and previously worked at First Savings and Loan for 15 years.  She was also a member of the Young at Hearts. Margaret is survived by...

On July 7, 2019, the world lost a kind and gentle soul, John Marks. He died in Bayonne Hospital. John lived in and loved Bayonne his entire life. He endured many medical problems for a long time and did so with bravery and grace. Many years ago he worked at Judicke’s making donuts. He was a very good woodworker, helped by his friend Emil. They made lovely bird houses and small tables. He was an avid wrestling fan and favored John Cena. He also loved Roscoe the dog near his Aunt...

Josephine Dziedzic passed away peacefully on July 1, 2019.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Joanna (nee: Najbur) and Francis Dziedzic and was long-time Bayonne resident, prior to moving to Staten Island. Josephine is survived by her loving niece, Donna Keehl, Patricia Small and Celeste Jennings; her loving nephew, Matthew (Jay) Dziedzic; her cherished grand nephews, Jeff Clifford and Bill Small; her adoring grand nieces, Jennifer Hagfors and Jessica Dziedzic; and loving great grand...

Mary Maida (Nee: Driscoll) passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, June 26, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Bayonne to the late Jesse (nee: Fletcher) and John Driscoll and was a lifelong Bayonne resident.  She was a legal secretary for the Bayonne Board of Education. Mary was a long-time parishioner of St. Andrew the Apostle Church, a member of the Young at Hearts, and she also enjoyed playing mahjong. Mary was predeceased by her loving husbands,...

Bridget “Birdy” Ludlow (nee: Gaughan) passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019.  Birdy was born and raised in Jersey City and was a Secaucus resident for two years.   She was a graduate of Jersey City State College and was a registered nurse, working at Meadowview Psychiatric Hospital for ten years.  She also worked for the City of Jersey City and then as an aide to her late father, William Gaughan. Birdy is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Ludlow; her...

Judy McDonald (nee: Mahon) passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, June 15, 2019.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Helen (nee: Spinelli) and James Mahon and remained a resident for most of her life. Judy was a graduate of Jersey City State College and a passionate educator for almost 30 years, serving the Horace Mann community for 25 years, where she was a recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award.  She was a member the Bayonne Historical Society and also was a...