• Anthony J. Merendino

    Mr. Merendino, 82, of Colts Neck, died Feb. 21, 2014, at The Manor, Freehold Township. He was a Korean War U.S. Army veteran and then became a New York Police Department police officer in New York City for more than 25 years. Mr. Merendino was predeceased by his wife, Jacquelyn, in 2004. Surviving are seven…

  • Jacquelyn A. Martin

    Mrs. Martin, 80, of Marlboro, formerly of Rockland County, N.Y., died March 8, 2014, at Sunrise Assisted Living, Marlboro. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert Arthur Martin, in 2012. Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Melanie and Ken Cigas of Freehold, and Valerie and Chris Cronk of St. Augustine, Fla.; a sister, Linda Bazan;…

  • The Rev. David A. Hillier

    The Rev. Hillier, 63, of Shippensburg, Pa., died March 5, 2014. He served as deacon and associate pastor at St. Francis Cathedral, Metuchen, from 1975-81; associate pastor at St. Rose of Lima, Freehold, from 1981-85; and several other parishes leading to serving as pastor at Our Lady of the Visitation and campus minister at Shippensburg…

  • Laszlo Z. Raffay

    Mr. Raffay, 91, of Middletown, died March 2, 2014, at the Homestead Rehabilitation Center, Frankford. He worked as a teacher, cabinet maker and building contractor. He was predeceased by his wife of over 50 years, Illona Raffay; and brothers and sisters. He is survived by two sons, Laszlo Raffay Jr. and his wife, Virginia, of…

  • Robert Scott Handy

    Mr. Handy, 50, of Howell, died Feb. 23, 2014. He was a self-employed auto broker. Surviving are his wife, Mary Handy; four children, Robert, Ryan, Hayley and Patrick; his mother, Maureen Handy, of South River; three brothers, Michael Handy of Morristown, Steven Handy of Marlboro, and Brian Handy of Parlin; a sister, Patty Walsh, of…

  • Lucy A. Barnas

    Mrs. Barnas, 101, of Freehold Township, formerly of Jersey City, died March 6, 2014, at The Manor. Prior to retiring, she worked for the Western Electric Co., Kearny, for many years. She was predeceased by her husband, Julius; five sisters; and three brothers. Surviving are two sisters, Christine Guzzardo and Phyllis Gelsomino. A funeral liturgy…

  • Bernard Gellerman

    Mr. Gellerman, 93, died Jan. 12, 2014, at Applewood Estates, Freehold Township. He was vice president of Westside Plumbing Supply, Hillside, for many years. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Esther Furst Gellerman; two daughters: Reita Silver and her husband, Allan, of Manalapan, and…

  • 3 drivers face DWI charges

    MANALAPAN — Police charged three motorists with driving while intoxicated in a recent five-day period in Manalapan. Police said that on Feb. 23 at 11:30 p.m., Patrolman Brian Schank was dispatched to Route 9 for a possible intoxicated driver. Upon arrival, the suspect vehicle was located on Route 9. Following an investigation, the driver, Rosemarie…

  • Singles Soiree set for March 23 at temple

    The Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Monmouth County has announced the introduction of a new singles program for adults 55 and older. The first Singles Soiree will be held from 2-5 p.m. March 23 at the Freehold Jewish Center, 59 Broad St., Freehold. Randy Accardi will present a medley of singing, dancing and comedy.…

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