All Obituaries

Margaret Kakalec (nee: Craig) passed away peacefully on September 18, 2022, at CareOne at Livingston.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Agnes (nee: Armstrong) and Albert Craig and was a long-time Bayonne resident.  Mrs. Kakalec was a homemaker and fostered many children. Mrs. Kakalec was predeceased by her former husband, Arthur.  She is survived by her loving children, Arthur, Robert, George (Vicky), Richard, William, Donnie (Delia), Marie and Dorothy “Ellie”...

Edward A. Wulff, 83, passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Wulff was born in Jersey City to the late Kathryn (nee: Sheehy) and Edward A. Wulff and was a Bayonne resident for over 40 years. Upon graduation from high school Mr. Wulff enlisted in the United States Army where he served honorably.  Mr. Wulff was a CPA for the Better Business Bureau of Greater New York for 18 year before retiring and also held the position of Executive Vice President...

 Patricia Pawlak (nee: Trumpore)  , 76 , passed away on September 12, 2022 at her daughters    residence in Bayonne. Born in Bayonne to the late Helen (nee: Farren ) and John             Trumpore she resided for many years in Toms River. Mrs. Pawlak was a homemaker.  She is survived by her loving daughter, Karen Sweeney. She was predeceased by her husband Eugene Pawlak and her son, Brian Sweeny.  Visitation was held on...

Arlene Zakrzewski (nee: Bobko) passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at Peace Care St. Joseph’s Home. She was born in Jersey City to the late Ann (nee: Chowanec) and Joseph Bobko and was a long-time Bayonne resident. She was a medical records clerk at Christ Hospital prior to retirement. Mrs. Zakrzewski was predeceased by her beloved husband, Leonard. She is survived by her loving sons, Benjamin, and his wife, Shannon, and David, and his wife, Allison; her cherished...

Toby Thibeau passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at his residence.  He was born in Chicago to the late Bridget (nee: Flynn) and John (Jack) Thibeau and was a long-time Bayonne resident.  He was a graduate of St. Ambrose and St. Peter’s, being awarded degrees from both schools.  Toby worked for Best Foods, starting in San Francisco then in Bayonne and eventually in the Argo division as a supervisor in food production.  Toby loved spending time with his wife...

Joseph Richard McGinnis, 58, of Sussex, passed away suddenly at his residence. Born in Jersey City to the late Helen (nee: McDonnell) and Joseph McGinnis, he was a Sussex resident for many years. He was employed as a sales representative for Home Depot. Mr. McGinnis was a talented sketch artist and demonstrated his talent illustrating comic book characters. He is survived by his  beloved, sons Noah and Gavin McGinnis; his loving sisters, Marianne Hamilton and Elizabeth...

Theresa Kurtiak passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 3, 2022.  She was born in Jersey City and was a long-time Bayonne resident.  She was a registered nurse at Bayonne Hospital for over 25 years prior to retirement. She was a song leader and choir member of St. Vincent de Paul Church. Mrs. Kurtiak was predeceased by her beloved husband, Joseph.  She is survived by her loving children, Raymond, Peter, Joseph and David Kurtiak. Funeral services were held on Friday,...

Catherine Ziegler (nee: Barraga) passed away peacefully at her Bayonne residence surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, August 20, 2022.  She was born in Jersey City to the late Catherine (nee: Elliott) and James Barraga and was a long-time Bayonne resident. Mrs. Ziegler was a clerk in the checking department at First Savings and Loan prior to retirement. She volunteered her time for many years at H.I.G.H.W.A.Y.S. Thrift store and was a member of Young at Heart. Mrs. Ziegler was...