Recent Obituaries

Mar 29, 2026

Virginia “Ginny” Battistella

11/27/1946 – 3/29/2026

It is with profound sorrow that the family announces the passing of Virginia “Ginny” Battistella a woman whose sharp wit, fierce heart, and absolutely zero tolerance for nonsense made her one of the most unforgettable people any of them ever had the privilege of knowing.

Ginny devoted her life to the care of others, spending her cherished...

Mar 26, 2026

Elba I. Sanchez, 75, went to be with the Lord on March 26,2026.

Elba was born on September 21,1950, in Utuado, P.R. to Delia & Jose Ortiz. She was known as a kind, independent, sweet, thoughtful, loving and giving woman. Whose caring and generous nature touched and left an impact with everyone she encountered.

With a strong will and a gentle heart,...

Mar 22, 2026

Tomasa “Macia” Montalvo, age 77 of Vineland was born June 24,1948 and entered her resting place with the Lord on Sunday March 22,2026. She was a beloved wife to Isabel ”Toti” Montalvo, a loving mother to her only son Adriell Montalvo and a cherished grandmother to Adriell Javian Montalvo “AJ” who were the light of her day.

Tomasa is preceded in...

Mar 22, 2026

Luis A. Perez, age 64, of Vineland, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland. Luis was born on December 13, 1961 in Bayamón, Puerto Rico and lived a life filled with joy, music, and a deep love for his family.Luis was known for his vibrant spirit and his love of singing and...

Mar 21, 2026

Nancy Morales, 59, died at home on Saturday March 21, 2026, in the arms of her sister Neida Morales-Morgan and brother Ray Morales who have protected and cared for her with love and compassion through her life. Nancy received compassionate and loving care from, Maria, Eladia and Glemis, all of whom showed her so much love and compassion through the...

Mar 15, 2026

Evelyn Beltran, born on February 15, 1965, entered into her rest in the Lord after a life marked by love, joy, and deep faith. She was the beloved wife of Juan Beltran, devoted mother to Omar Beltran and his wife Caitlin, and cherished grandmother to her precious grandson Bryce, who brought her endless delight.

Evelyn was preceded in death by her...

Mar 8, 2026

John David Lolli Jr., Age 79 of Richland, NJ passed away in his home Saturday, March 8th, 2026 under the care of his loving wife. Son of the late Giovanni David Sr. and Frances Nancy (Sabella) Lolli. John was born in Vineland NJ, and lived most of his life in Richland NJ, in the house in which he designed the...

Mar 7, 2026

Patricia “Patty” Patterson, age 66 of Vineland, went to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, March 7, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Patricia was born in Vineland, NJ to the late George and Grace (Rubart) Patterson and was a lifelong resident of Vineland. 

Prior to her retirement, she was employed by the Vineland Developmental Center as a Health Care...

Mar 4, 2026

Virginia Cruz (Castro) of Vineland, New Jersey, age 77, was born June 11, 1948 and went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland.

She was born in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico, to the late Modesto Cruz and Andrea Castro. Virginia carried with her the warmth, strength, and deep love for family that reflected...

Feb 24, 2026

Madeline Oertle, age 84, of Vineland, New Jersey, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born in Rosenhayn, New Jersey, Madeline was raised by the late Angeline (Lamanteer) and Bruno Bertucci. She spent most of her adult life in Cedarville before moving to Vineland in...

Feb 22, 2026

Arthur J. “Bret” Bretnall Jr., 82, of Millville, New Jersey, passed away February 22, 2026 after a brief hospital stay.

Born February 27, 1943, Bret was a lifelong learner whose curiosity and steady dedication shaped both his career and the many lives he touched. He pursued his education with determination graduating from the College of William & Mary and the Wharton...

Feb 14, 2026

Virginia "Ginny" D. Preidt Morrow Workman, age 78, of Vineland, entered into the arms of her Savior on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

Born in Vineland, NJ, to the late Evelyn (Snyder) and John J. Preidt, Sr., Ginny was a proud lifelong resident of the community she loved so dearly. She dedicated her life to caring for others,...

Feb 12, 2026

With profound faith and sorrow, we announce that Marta Pascual Perez was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 12th, in Vineland, New Jersey, surrounded by her loving family.

Marta was born on January 1, 1940, in Cárdenas, Cuba, to her devoted parents, Margot and Alejandro Pascual. She was educated at Colegio Presbiteriano La...

Feb 11, 2026

Maria Elena Gomez, age 91, of Vineland, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Inspira Medical Center, Vineland.

Maria was born in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico to the late Ricardo and Trinidad (Crespo) Ramos and she lived in Vineland.

Maria loved the casinos and her lottery scratchers. She was full of life and enjoyed...

Feb 4, 2026

Diane Marie Rieck, age 73, of Vineland, NJ, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at her home.

Diane was born in Vineland to Hilda (Meyborg) McGill and the late Charles McGill. She previously resided in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, before moving to Vineland 18 years ago. Prior to her retirement, Diane worked...

Feb 3, 2026

Francis L. Donato, 94 years old, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026. Born in 1932 in Vineland, NJ, he was a lifelong resident of Landisville, NJ. He attended Vineland Public Schools and later Rutgers University in New Brunswick. He excelled in cross-country and wrestling.

Francis served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, stationed in...

Jan 30, 2026

Patricia (Mastrangelo) Ensslen, 73, a longtime resident of Vineland, NJ, passed away on January 30, 2026, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. Pat is best known for being a loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, neighbor, friend, and inspirational teacher in our community.

Family meant everything to Pat. She is survived by her adoring husband...

Jan 26, 2026

Iris Daisy Collazo, 76, of Vineland, New Jersey, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 26, 2026. She was born on January 11, 1950, in Utuado, Puerto Rico, to Eugenia (Ortiz) Gonzalez.

Iris was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Isidro Collazo; her cherished son, Angel Romero; and her siblings, with whom she...

Jan 26, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our mother Judith (Dilks) Scarpa-Rader 85 who passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Hammonton, NJ, November 30, 1940, she was the daughter of the late William Dilks and Marjorie (Steel) Dilks.  She was also preceded...

Jan 19, 2026

Mercedes Soberal Claudio, 94, went to be with the Lord on January 19, 2026.

Born on May 17, 1931, to Ines Soberal and Francisca Barrientos, she was a devoted woman of faith who read her Bible daily and lived a life defined by love for her family and generosity toward others.

A dedicated seamstress for...