All Obituaries

Ann “Nancy” M. Downie (nee: Hughes) passed away peacefully at her Bayonne residence on Saturday, July 10, 2021.  She was born in Jersey City to the late Mary (nee: McGinley) and James Hughes, was a long-time Bayonne resident. A graduate of St. Dominic’s Academy, Nancy was a customer service representative for NJ Bell Telephone Company for over 30 years.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and going to the gym with her dearest friends. Nancy was...

Jack E. Graham passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 6, 2021.  He was born in Bayonne to the late Elizabeth (nee: Miller) and Charles Graham and was a lifelong Bayonne resident.  He was a warehouseman for McKesson Chemical in Woodbridge prior to retirement.  Mr. Graham proudly served the nation as a member of the United States Air Force and was awarded a Bronze Star for his valor in a combat zone. He was a member of the American Legion Post 456, Stewartsville.  He was...

Ava Jane Finnerty, 72, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Ava was born and raised in Bayonne, NJ, and was a teacher for 44 years, 34 of those years at Bayonne High School. Before BHS, Ava taught in Jersey City at Sacred Heart and St. Paul’s Schools.  Ava attended Henry Harris School and then graduated from John M. Bailey School in Bayonne. She attended St. Dominic Academy in Jersey City, where she graduated in 1966. Ava then...

Harry Lazarov, 92, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2021, at his Bayonne residence.  He was born in Bayonne to the late Minnie (nee: Serkin) and Bennie Lazarov and was a lifelong resident.  He was an inventory control specialist for Polytype America prior to retirement. Mr. Lazarov proudly served the nation as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War, and was a member of the Jewish War Veterans and Korean War Veterans. Mr. Lazarov is survived by his beloved wife,...

It is with great sadness that the family of Catherine T. Long, of Bayonne, NJ, announces her passing from a sudden illness on June 20, 2021, at the age of 88 years. Catherine was born on October 27, 1932, to the late Catherine and Martin Lillis and was raised in Jersey City.  She married the late Bartholomew F. Long, Jr. and settled in Bayonne where they raised their family. A graduate of Sacred Heart Grammar School and St. Aloysius High School, Catherine attended Holy Name Hospital...

Edward Coles, 66, of Jim Thorpe, PA, formerly of Bayonne, died suddenly on June 21, 2021. Born in Jersey City to the late Julia (nee: Sommers) and Edward Coles, he resided in Bayonne most of his life before moving to Jim Thorpe, PA last year. Eddie was employed by the Bayonne Board of Education for over 37 years as an engineer before retiring. He was a Navy veteran and a member of the NRA.     He is survived by his beloved wife, Monica (nee: McMahon); his cherished daughter,...

Mary Benford (nee: Anan), 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 7, 2021, at Complete Care, Westfield. She was born in Jersey City to the late Pauline (nee: Gengerjian) and Joseph Anan and resided in Bayonne most of her life. Mary was the housekeeper at St. Andrews Rectory for many years.  She was a member of the St. Andrew’s Rosary Society, served as a Lector and took care of the church’s Altar linens. She was also a member of the Mothers’ Club at Holy Family...

Bridget M. Scialabba passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at McAuley Hall Health Center, Watchung, NJ.  She was born in Bayonne to the late Mary (nee: Malloy) and Anthony Bonner and was a lifelong resident.  She was an administrative assistant at First Savings and Loan. Mrs. Scialabba was a member of the St. Andrew’s Bridgemen Booster Club and the St. Andrew’s Rosary Society.  She enjoyed cooking Italian food and making a variety of delicious baked...

Robert Schoonmaker, 79, passed away on Friday, May 14, 2021 at Bayonne Medical Center. He was born in Hoboken to the late Marion (nee: Harzlak) and Frank Schoonmaker and resided in Jersey City before settling in Bayonne in 1979. Mr. Schoonmaker was a mail handler for the U.S. Postal Service in Jersey City. A former member of the K & S Social Club, he was an avid bowler and golfer. He loved vacationing in Aruba and was a Yankee and Giant fan. Mr. Schoonmaker is survived by his beloved...

Kathleen Meehan (nee: Terrible), 72, passed away on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 at Morristown Medical Center. Born in Bayonne, she was a lifelong resident. Mrs. Meehan was a legal secretary supervisor for the law firm of Milbank Tweed in Manhattan for over 50 years. She was an avid knitter. She also created works of art by fusing glass. Kathleen is survived by her beloved husband, William Meehan; her loving siblings, Leonard Terrible (Greg Schramm) and Elizabeth Bella; her sister-in law Thersa...