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Life Story: Marc Garrett Ceaser, 55; Had Passion For Creative Arts

Marc Garrett Ceaser, affectionately known as “Marco” by immediate family members, was born May 9, 1970, in Flushing, Queens, to Alfred and Yvonne Ceaser. On January 22, 2026, Marc passed away at home in Highland Park, where he made his home for the past several years. From an early age, Marc showed a passion for the creative arts and making …

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Life Story: Betty Lee Gray DeMonic, 86; Former Franklin Music Teacher

Betty Lee Gray DeMonic, 86, passed away on January 21 at her home in Hightstown. Betty was born at home, July 4, 1939 in Hinton, West Virginia. Her mother, Alice Parker Gray, of Hinton was the organist for Ascension Episcopal Church and a medical laboratory technician at Hinton Hospital. Alice graduated from Marshall College and studied at George Washington University …

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Life Story: John B. Hadley, 77; Owned AG Teleconsultants

“There is a special bathroom in heaven for the father of all girls.” John B. Hadley, 77, passed away peacefully on January 23, surrounded by his loving family, at his home in Whitehouse Station. He was the greatest example of how to love deeply and live joyfully. John was born on September 1, 1948, in Summit to the late G. …

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Life Story: Michael D. Walker Sr., 65; Was Database Analyst

Michael D. Walker Sr., 65, passed away on January 26 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. Born on January 9, 1961, in Queens, New York, Michael was raised there before relocating to New Jersey in 1992, where he made his home in Somerset. He graduated from Lawrence High School in Cedarhurst, New York, in 1979 and went …

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Life Story: Linda Seneca, 83; Was J&J Executive Secretary

Screenshot Linda Seneca, 83, of Somerset, passed away on January 21 in Melbourne, Florida. She was born on November 4, 1942, in Elizabeth to Tova and Nina Goldenberg. Linda was a graduate of New Brunswick High School, Class of 1961. She dedicated more than 35 years of service as an executive secretary at Johnson & Johnson. Known for her strong …

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Life Story: Vernel Anderson Crump, 86; Loved Her Family

Vernel Anderson Crump was born on September 7, 1939 in Nash County, North Carolina to Joseph Anderson and Frances Estelle Short Anderson. She departed her earthy life to start her heavenly life on January 16, 2026. She attended schools in Nash and Wilson Counties. She graduated from Frederick Douglas High School in Elm City North Carolina in 1960. After graduation, …

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Life Story: Robert William Kashinsky, Jr., 48; Was Nurse, Ordained Minister

Robert William Kashinsky, Jr., 48, passed away on January 18 at RWJUH  in New Brunswick after a long struggle with multiple illnesses. Born in Staten Island, New York, Robert was raised in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, and had made his home in Somerset since 2017. He graduated from Tunkhannock High School and earned his nursing license from the Wilkes-Barre Area Vocational and …

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Life Story: Adrienne Holmgren Spencer, 74; Longtime Township Resident

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Adrienne Holmgren Spencer, 74, who passed away peacefully on January 4 in Lady Lake, Fl. Adrienne was born on June 26, 1951, in New York City. In 1964, her family moved to the suburbs of New Jersey, where she lived until her retirement in 2006. After graduating high school, Adrienne pursued a …

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Life Story: Robert Pellegrino, 79; Former School Principal

Robert Pellegrino was born on June 2, 1946, in Newark, New Jersey, to Gerard and Carmela (Santoli) Pellegrino. He grew up in Bloomfield, attended local Catholic elementary schools, and graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in Montclair. In high school, Robert played football and was captain of the basketball team. In recognition of his accomplishments he was later inducted into …

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Life Story: Deneice S. Kinghorn, 70; Talented Musician, Family Librarian

Deneice S. Kinghorn, 70, passed away on January 2 at her home following a nearly 5-year battle with colon cancer. She was known for her faith, love of learning, musical talent, and lifelong devotion to her family and serving others. Deneice was born on July 6, 1955, in Idaho Falls, ID, to Clyde Raymond and Afton Lucille Scott. She grew …

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