All Obituaries

Derek M. Thiry, 57, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026 in Brick, NJ. He was born on September 23,1968 in Livingston, NJ to RoseAnn Thiry and the late Frederick M. Thiry. He was raised in Warren before moving to Bridgewater in 1991 where he established a business with his brother, Daryl Thiry for the past 35 years. First called Dirt Doctors Painting and Power Washing which later became Thiry Brother’s Home Improvements. For the last 15 years he had reached his goal of renovating ...

Rev. Harry M. Luther, 61, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus Christ on March 7, 2026 at RWJ University Hospital, Somerville, New Jersey. Born in Queens, New York, Harry grew up in New Jersey, eventually settling in Raritan Boro. Harry is predeceased by his father Jack Luther and mother Audrey Booth.  He is survived by his loving wife Suzanne; his sons Nicholas and Joseph Luther; his brother Jack Luther and wife Elizabeth; stepson Alex Catelli; stepson Tyler Catelli ...

Xiaoguang Meng (孟晓光) was a devoted husband, father, scientist, and educator, whose work in environmental engineering helped improve water quality and public health around the world. Xiaoguang was born July 11, 1955 in Shandong, China to Xianxin Meng (孟宪新) and Fuyun Wang (王福云), with 4 siblings. He began his professional life in a very different setting. From 1972 to 1978, he worked at the Xindian Power Plant in Shandong, China, where he was involved in boiler operations. ...

Marie K. Cutt, 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Somerville, New Jersey. Marie was born in Maplewood, New Jersey, to Frederick and Edith Stoehr. She was raised in Maplewood and later lived in Clark for many years where she raised her family before moving to Bridgewater 7 years ago. A devoted mother, Marie had a special love for baking. She was well known for her delicious Christmas cookies and her beautiful cake decorating. Her talent for professional cake decorating ...

Mark Vincent Kassick, 63, passed away on February 24. Born in Manville, New Jersey, Mark later settled in Hillsborough, New Jersey, where he proudly purchased a home and raised his family. He took great pride in being a homeowner, especially in caring for his yard, often found riding his tractor and keeping everything just right. His backyard was more than grass and a grill; it was the setting for summer BBQs, dancing with his kids, pickup basketball games in the driveway, pool days, ...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jacqueline A Humphrey, from Manville NJ, at the age of 79.   Jacqueline “Jackie” left us on February 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.    Jackie’s kind smile and supportive nature encouraged you to sit and talk for a while, family and friends fondly remember seeking her advice.   Jackie was a breast cancer survivor, never slowing down during treatment.  That same ...

Carolyn Dawson, a beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, niece, and friend, was born on September 30, 1941, in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Preston and Emma (McLeod) Dawson. As the fifth of six children, Carolyn grew up in a vibrant household filled with love and laughter. She attended the Newark Public School System, completing her education at Cleland Grade School and South Side (Shabazz) High School. After graduation, Carolyn worked with dedication and pride at Rutgers University ...

John C. Pinchiaroli, 78, passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, in York, PA with his loving wife by his side. John was born in New York City to the late Dominick and Rita Pinchiaroli and was raised in Flushing, New York; before starting his family with his wife, Mary, on Long Island. Over the years, John and his family resided throughout the country, spending numerous years in New Jersey, Hawaii, Missouri, and most recently Pennsylvania. John received his master’s degree from George ...

Teresa Velger, 88 yrs old (16 days shy of her 89th birthday), passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at RWJ University Hospital in Somerville, with her loving family at her side. Teresa was born in Santurce, Puerto Rico to the late Carlos and Clara Otero. She was raised in the Bronx where she resided most of her life before moving to Bridgewater, New Jersey 12 years ago. She began her career as a telephone operator with AT&T in Manhattan before becoming a proud homemaker and raising ...

Maureen Short, 63, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Bound Brook, with her loving family at her side. Maureen was born in Somerville, NJ to Thomas and Rosanne Short. She was raised in Bound Brook where she lived until moving to Somerville in 2001. She graduated in 1981 from Bound Brook High School. Maureen worked in Customer Service for BeCu Manufacturing in Scotch Plains. She is predeceased by her father, Thomas Short. Maureen is survived by her mother, Rosanne Short, her ...