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Missing Man Found Dead In NJ, Fundraiser Confirms
Thomas Mauch, a 34-year-old Berkeley Heights resident who was reported missing last week, has died, according to a fundraiser established Wednesday, Oct. 8.
Berkeley Heights police said Mauch was located Tuesday, Oct. 7, but did not provide additional details.
Mauch is being remembered by his family as a devoted husband and loving father, son, brother and friend who loved the New Jersey Devils.
"Everyone that knew TJ would describe him as dependable, loyal, hard-working, and kind-hearted. He could strike up a conversation with any Uber driver or stranger at a party," Laura Couch, Mauch's s…
Beloved Jersey Shore Bartender Dies: Remembering Jimmy Hughes
James "Jimmy" Hughes, a bartender at Klee's Bar and Grill in Seaside Heights died on Thursday, Oct. 2, the restaurant announced.
Hughes died surrounded by his family, the restaurant said.
"Jimmy was a valued server and bartender at both Klee’s and Henry’s over the past few years, and he brought warmth, kindness, and laughter to so many," the restaurant said. "This sudden loss has deeply affected our entire Klee’s and Henry’s family. We will miss him dearly."
Henry's at Klee's was closed Thursday and Friday, Oct. 3 to give staff time to grieve, though Klee's remains open.
"We kindly ask fo…
Teen’s Sudden Death Due To Seizure Disorder Leaves NJ Community Heartbroken
Support is on the rise following the death of a 14-year-old New Jersey boy.
Nicholas M. Leonor, 14, of Somers Point, died Friday, Sept. 19, at home from a seizure disorder, according to his obituary from Wimberg Funeral Home.
A GoFundMe created by his sister Jennifer Leonor said, “On Friday, September 19th, our family’s world shattered. We lost my baby brother, Nicholas, to Epilepsy. He was only 14 years old, with his whole life ahead of him.”
“Nicholas also lovingly known as Nicky, was so much more than his condition — he was funny, loving, and full of light and so smart,” the GoFundMe sa…
Skateboarder Killed In Barnegat Crash ID'd As 36-Year-Old Man
Dave Gomez, Jr. a 36-year-old Barnegat man was killed on Monday, Sept. 15, after he was struck by a vehicle, authorities said.
At 1 a.m., the driver of a 2025 Honda Pilot told officers he struck a man who was lying in the roadway, Barnegat police said. Gomez, who was riding an electric skateboard, was ejected from the skateboard and found lying on West Bay Avenue near Sandpiper Road, police said.
Gomez was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. A fundraiser has been established to assist Gomez's family following his passing.
As of Thursday, Sept. 18, more than $8,000 has been raised.
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Somerset Mom Joyce Nuñez Dies At 33 After Rare Cancer Battle
A New Jersey community is mourning the loss of Joyce Yvette Nuñez, who died Thursday, Sept. 11, at 33 years old, according to her obituary on the Bronson & McNamara Memorial Home website.
Joyce, of Somerset, was diagnosed last year with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive cancer that typically affects children but, in her case, was found in the uterus, according to a GoFundMe created by her husband, Dennis Nuñez.
He wrote that Joyce was believed to be the ninth adult to ever receive this diagnosis. Despite the prognosis, she “fought with everything she had for more than a year…
NJ Dad, 36, Dies Suddenly, Leaves Pregnant Wife, Young Son
The Brick Township community is mourning the sudden loss of local dad Matthew Michael Matera, who died unexpectedly at his home on Sept. 10, according to his obituary from the Weatherhead Young Funeral Home. He was 36.
Matera was born in Point Pleasant and spent his childhood in Cape Coral, FL, before returning to New Jersey, where he built a life with his wife, Jen, according to his obituary. Together, they were raising their 2½-year-old son, Matthew James “MJ,” and were expecting their second son this November, his obituary reads.
Matera owned Triple M. Motors in Point Pleasant, wher…
Carteret History Teacher Dies After Massive Stroke: Fundraiser
Alan Harris, a history teacher at Carteret Junior High School, died on Saturday, Sept. 6 after suffering a massive stroke, according to a fundraiser set up to support his family.
Aside from teaching history, Harris was a soccer coach who also helped with the Cub Scouts, according to the fundraiser. He is survived by his wife, Holly, and his three sons, Henry, 9, James, 6 and Oliver, 4.
With a very heavy heart , the football/soccer community has lost an amazing guy in Alan Harris.
I had many great times... Posted by U.K.A on Tuesday, September 9, 2025
"At home, Alan’s love and joy …
NJ Grandmother, 39, Dies After Sudden Brain Aneurysm, Loved Ones Say
A New Jersey mother and grandmother died Monday, Sept. 8, after 17 days in the hospital following a sudden brain aneurysm, her loved ones said. She was 39 years old.
A native of Brazil, Poliana Pires Coelho lived in Newark's Ironbound section and was a devoted single mother to daughters Ana Luisa, 21, Ana Beatriz, 9, and Ana Liz, 3, according to a GoFundMe launched by Richard Arruda in the wake of her death.
She was also a grandmother to Matthew, 11 months, and Luca, 3. Her children will now be raised by her parents, Eder and Iraides, the campaign says.
Poliana was known for her work…
East Brunswick Mom, Sayreville Teacher Meredith Pisaeno Dies, 44
Meredith Lynn Pisaeno, a beloved special education and elementary school teacher in the Sayreville School District, died Friday, July 25, at St. Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick, surrounded by her family, according to her obituary on the Carmen Spezzi Funeral Home website. She was 44.
Pisaeno, who earned two master’s degrees in education, dedicated more than 22 years to students at Arleth and Truman Schools, leaving a lasting impact on the community.
A Cranford native, Pisaeno was a lifelong Girl Scout who earned the Gold Award and served as a volunteer EMT. She was a…
