All Obituaries

Our beloved Kenwyn Alan Garcia departed this life on May 24th, 2023, after a short battle with esophageal cancer at 48 years old. Kenwyn was born in Trinidad and Tobago, on August 24th, 1974, and was the first child of Vitus and Elizabeth Garcia. During his childhood, he enjoyed playing basketball, excelled in athletics, and loved attending church camp. He strongly disliked attending evening classes and would hide to avoid it, so he could play with his childhood friends (Glen and Verneil)....

Teresa Monti was born on April 18, 1964, to the late Pietro Monti and Letizia Vaccarello. She made her heavenly debut on March 23, 2023, at Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, NJ at the age of 58.    Teresa was born in the Bronx, New York, and received her education at Trenton Central High School. Teresa’s hobbies consisted of coloring, listening to music, and word searches. She loved coloring so much that she began coloring pages for those she cared about...

We are sad to announce the passing of Mr. Matheus Moreira Teixeira of Willingboro, New Jersey. Mr. Moreira Teixeira transitioned at age 26 on February 19, 2023.  Services will be held at Smith Funeral Services on Saturday, February 25, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

We are sad to announce the passing of Mr. Douglas John Crilly of Hamilton, New Jersey. Mr. Crilly transitioned at age 62 on February 08, 2023. He is predeceased by his parents, Mr. John R. Crilly and his mother, Lucille M. Hohner, he is survived by his wife, Bonnie K. Schacher. Services to be announced.

Our mother, Estrella Hernandez Ortega, , age 91, of Trenton, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2023, at Medford Care Center in Medford, New Jersey. Estrella was born on July 1, 1931, to Gregorio Hernadez and Josefa Ortega in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico. Estrella met the love of her life Nestor Rivera Torres, and they were blessed with three children, Jesus Manuel. Nydia and Edilberto. They were happily married for 56 years before dad went to the Lord alongside our predeceased...

Orlando Gregory Hare, 54, of Trenton NJ, passed away suddenly on January 13th, 2023. Orlando was born on January 28, 1968, to Mary (Cottman) and Barry Hare Sr. in Neptune, NJ. He graduated from Neptune High School in 1986 and went on to study Quality Control at a trade school in Tulsa, OK. Shortly after graduating he relocated and became a lifelong resident of Trenton, NJ. Orlando was employed at Rumsey Electric for many years. Orlando was predeceased by his parents Mary and Barry Hare...

We are sad to announce the passing of Helen Marie Gilbert of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ms. Gilbert transitioned at age 69 on November 19, 2022. Services to be announced.

Bruce E. Davis Sr. September 28, 1948 – November 7, 2022 In loving memory of A Husband, A Father, A Grandfather, and A Friend. Bruce E. Davis Sr. was more than just these simple things he was a believer in Christ who lived his life in service of others. He loved his Family and Friends dearly. You could always find him asking someone “Is there anything I can do to help you?” He was born in Elizabeth, NJ, and grew up in Colonia NJ. Bruce graduated from Woodbridge High. He...

We are sad to announce the passing of Mary Chmielewski of Trenton, NJ. She transitioned at age 63 in October.24, 2022 at St. Francis Hospital located in Trenton, NJ.  Daughter of Frank and Vleria Chmielewski, she is predeceased by both parents. There will be a private interment at Greenwood Cemetery in Hamilton, NJ.

Daisy L. Stephens transitioned on August 6, 2022, at home in Philadelphia, PA. She was born on November 15, 1932, in Beaufort, South Carolina. She was the daughter of Major Stephens and Kate Stephens. She was predeceased by her parents, brother Major Stephens, and her sisters, Evelyn Johnson, Elnora Williams, and Edith Copeland. She is survived by a host of nieces and nephews and many friends. Ms. Stephens's viewing and funeral services will be held at New Temple Baptist Church located...