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Ronald A. Vanderbilt, 83, of Phillipsburg, NJ, passed away on May 22, 2025, at his residence. Born on September 27, 1941, in Phillipsburg, he was the son of the late John A. and Jane Crouse Vanderbilt. He was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife, Evelyn Gill Vanderbilt, who passed away in 2021.…

John A. Olexa, 68 of Phillipsburg, N.J., passed away on May 17, 2025. Born on February 27, 1957, he was the son of the late John and Josephine Liberti Olexa. John was a kind, and helpful person.  He was always ready to lend a helping hand.  His generous spirit touched the lives of many, and…

Thomas James Smith, beloved husband, father, grandfather, teacher, and storyteller, passed away on May 16, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on October 16, 1949, in Easton, Pennsylvania, Tom spent most of his life in Phillipsburg, New Jersey where he grew up and later raised his own family. A gifted educator and Phillipsburg High…

Randall “Randy” HartDorn, 80, of Lopatcong, Twp., NJ, passed away on May 16, 2025 at the Lopatcong Care Center. He was born on November 16, 1944 in Summit, NJ, a son of the late John and Theresa Scherer HartDorn. He loved NASCAR, and enjoyed going to Myrtle Beach, SC. Randy was a United States Air…

Nancy M. Procita, 78, of Alpha, NJ, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025 in her home. She was born on March 12, 1947 in Phillipsburg, NJ, a daughter of the late Donald and Irene Vincler Deemer. She was a member of St. James Lutheran Church and a graduate of Phillipsburg High School Class of…

Michael G. Schatzabel, 48, of Palmer Township, PA, passed away unexpectedly, on May 7, 2025. Born on June 12, 1976, in Easton, PA, he was the son of Michael R. and Georgeanna Leslie Schatzabel, of Palmer Township, PA. Michael was kind, caring, and embraced everyone he came into contact with. He had a great smile…

The Mecca Family regretfully announces the passing of Daniel Gabriel Mecca, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Known to many as Dan, Danny, Pop or Papa. He spent nearly half his life a resident of Phillipsburg and for his family that knew the young Danny, that was a major accomplishment. He found a way…

“Her strength, love, and wisdom will forever live in our hearts.” It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Marie Soeurette Laguerre Cassagnol, who transitioned into eternal rest on April 18, 2025. Born in Haiti on November 1, 1948, to the late…

Robert Patrick Ruffe, 90, formerly of Lopatcong Twp., passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Country Meadows Assisted Living in Bethlehem, PA. Born on March 17, 1935, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the beloved son of the late Lee Roy and Elizabeth (Maxwell) Ruffe. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife,…