All Obituaries

Cletus Mark Cheshire, 57, of Trenton, NJ, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 at Capital Health Regional in Trenton.  Cletus was born in Lakeland, Florida to parents, Raymond Cheshire and Judith Shaw.  He was employed as a truck driver for Hermann’s Transportation in Monmouth Junction, NJ for many years.  He was a hard working family man.  Cletus was a loving and devoted son, husband, brother, step-father, uncle, and friend to many.   Son of the late...

Emiliana Asentista Codilla, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the Mercer Medical Center in Hopewell, NJ.   Emiliana or Mama, as she was lovingly called, was born in Mualbual, Cebu, Philippines on February 5, 1932. As a young woman of 17 years, she married a hard-working man named Isaac.  Isaac Enriquez Codilla was slightly older than Emiliana and so began their married life.  Within a year she gave birth to her first child and...

Shawn James Rodriguez, Sr., 45, of Trenton, entered into God’s care on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at home.  Born in Trenton, NJ, Shawn was a lifelong area resident.  He worked for Peroni’s Upholstery for many years prior to his current employment with Chuck’s Paving of Hamilton.   Shawn loved fishing, and was a jokester who loved to clown around.  He was the life of the party.  Shawn had a big heart, he loved everyone and was very giving. ...

Manuel Eduardo Ramones Vicuña age 24 entered into God’s care on Saturday, April 6, 2024.  Manuel was born in Sucua, Ecuador to his loving parents Manuel Ramones and Norma Vicuña on August 17, 1999.  He was the youngest son and was known to be a mommas boy who was spoiled by his mother and family.  He was nicknamed “Goku” for his affinity to watching Dragon Ball Z and also “Nene” because he was the youngest and had a babyface. ...

Eric Scott Guzman,53, of Trenton, NJ, passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Capital Health Regional in Trenton.  Born in Trenton, NJ, Eric was a lifelong area resident.  He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School Class of 1988.  He was formerly employed by UCA Prostate Cancer Center in Lawrenceville, NJ as a medical patient transporter.   Eric was a huge fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers.  He loved the band KISS and enjoyed attending their...

Nicholas S. Stamates passed away Saturday, March 30th surrounded by his loving family at home. He recently celebrated his 90th birthday in November. Born in Newark NJ, Nick was the son of the late Eftihia Papademas Stamates and Fotis Stamates. The family moved to Thebes, Greece until he was six years old, and then moved back to the USA right when World War II broke out. He graduated from West Side High School in 1952. He met his true love Mary who was his neighbor in the Greek section of...

Barbara Ann Gusz, 93, of Ewing Township, NJ, entered into her eternal rest with the Lord on Good Friday, March 29, 2024 surrounded by her devoted family while at home.  She lived a beautiful life filled with love for family and enriched by many lifelong friends. Barbara received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) where she met the love of her life, John F. Gusz.  They made an incredible team until his untimely death in 1989 after 39...

Chester J. Schiaretti, born December 10, 1944 in Trenton, NJ, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024 at Southern Ocean Medical Center.  He was preceded in death by parents Nicholas and Ann Schiaretti, nėe Coccia, his brother Robert Schiaretti, his sisters Elaine Narkun and Linda Cominski, his brother Dominick Schiaretti, and his beloved fiancé Sandy Price.  He is survived by his brother Nicholas Schiaretti and his wife Barbara of California and his sister Olympia...

Leota "Lee" Marie (Cara) Ruby, 84, of Hamilton, NJ, entered into her eternal rest with the Lord on March 24, 2024, Palm Sunday.  Born in Hazleton, PA, after Lee raised her daughter in Manville, NJ she moved to Ventnor City for 30 years prior to moving to Hamilton, NJ to be near her daughter.  She retired as a Vice President of the Bank of America Branch in Margate, NJ in 2004 after more than 40 years of dedicated employment in banking.   Lee was very socially...

Beloved husband, father, grandfather and teacher, Jonathan Gaffin’s love for life did not end with his death. Jonathan passed away on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 a few weeks away from his 64th birthday, surrounded by his loved ones.  Jonathan completed his bachelor’s degree at Trenton State, now The College of New Jersey. Jonathan found his calling in the classroom, teaching thousands of children over a 30+ year career in the Trenton Public Schools. His passion for science...