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Maria Teresa Jimenez
Maria Teresa Jimenez died Sept. 5, 2022 at the age of 92.
Born in Cien Fuegos, Cuba, on Aug. 13, 1930. She was willing to leave behind her family and friends due to the communist Cuban regime in 1967, migrating to the United States of America with her late Husband Amadis M. Jimenez and four children.
Later, Maria became a resident of Kearny, in 1975. Maria loved being an American citizen and she proudly wore the American flag! Maria took pleasure in being part of the community, parades, town picnics, political elections as well as mingling with everyone she met. Dancing was one of her greatest pleasures.
Maria was predeceased by her 10 brothers and sisters, parents Pedro and Carmen Ramos, husband Amadis M. Jimenez and grandson Thomas R. Brady.
Maria is survived by her four children: Michael Jimenez , Barbara Tatz, Roque Jimenez and Mabel Velazquez; eight grandchildren: Justin Jimenez , Julian Jimenez , Melissa Brady, Joseph Tatz, Erin Tatz, Blake Velazquez, David Velazquez and Havanna Velazquez; six great-grand-children: Taylor Farrell, Jake Farrell, Hailey Volpe, Joseph JR Tatz, Love Velazquez and Mariah Singleton and one on the way.
Our amazing mother Maria T. Jimenez, who we know as “Mami” was a great daughter, sister, wife, friend , grandmother, great-grandmother, provider, support system, pillar and peacemaker. Maria was a powerful woman. She consistently displayed unconditional love throughout the years, and always managed to do it with a smile. Our fondest memories of “Mami” were left through her kindness, unifying spirit and generosity
We trust and believe she is resting in God’s presence for all of eternity. She is dancing again! Until we meet again, may God’s peace remain with us all.
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Margaret E. Halpin
Margaret E. Halpin, 50, died Sept. 14, 2022.
Funeral services are private, in the care of the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny.
Born in Suffern, New York, Margaret lived in Ridgewood for 26 years before residing in Maywood for the past 23 years. She was a dedicated teacher, serving students at Mary Help of Christians in North Haledon for several years until relocating to Palisades Park, and finally to Paramus public schools for the past six years. Margaret called her students “her kids,” and she held each of them near to her heart. Margaret was also an avid history buff, and especially enjoyed trips to Gettysburg.
Margaret was the beloved wife of Robert J. Halpin; and loving daughter of Richard and the late Barbara Scalione. She is also survived by her brothers Thomas Scalione and his wife Becky and Michael Scalione and his wife Jane, and by many cherished aunts, uncles and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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lawmakers, community members, law enforcement, educators and youth. The alliance then became a part of the Bergen County Municipal Alliances, so the township would have access to important county grants and other resources that would assist Lyndhurst in achieving these life-saving goals. To coordinate the delivery of all of the various impactful programs that the Alliance was planning, as well as to coordinate the financial administration of this new Michelle advertising@theobserver.com 201-991-1600 Municipal Alliance, Commissioner John Montillo (then the police commissioner), Client: the Board of Commissioners and others asked Joseph Shinnick, a former Board of Mid-Realty, Inc. A Message from the Harrison Water Department: Education trustee, Boy Scout The Harrison Water Dept. will flush hydrants throughout Harrison beginning the week of September leader, PTA president, Sacred 19th 2022. Crews will work Monday through Friday between 9pm and 1am to minimize customer Heart Church lector, Knight inconvenience. The flushing program is expected to last for about 6 weeks. Ending October 28th 2022.
Advertising: Here is the updated template with a new photo of Jarlynn Hyde:Flushing removes harmless minerals that collect in the water mains. The project is part of the Town of Columbus and co-organizer of Lyndhurst’s very first “Health, Safety & Wellness routine maintenance program to assure high water quality. Flushing hydrants help to maintain the Fair,” to manage the Alliance’s programs and serve as integrity of the distribution system by keeping the water lines clean. It is also necessary for fire protection because flushing ensures that the hydrants are working properly. its coordinator, after it had During the flushing process, customers may experience low water pressure or discolored water. While the water is safe to drink, customers may prefer to wait until it runs clear before drinking, washing clothes or dishes. Residents with questions or problems can call the Harrison Department of Public Works at 973-2682468. Website townofharrisonnj.com.
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Shinnick has since paired with Det. Lt. Vin Auteri, the Lyndhurst Police Department’s Supervisor of Criminal Investigations and Public Information Office, and under the direction of Mayor Robert B. Giangeruso and Police Chief Richard Jarvis, they have worked with a committee of dedicated township residents, stakeholders and township employees, who have worked in various community roles over the years.
Members include the mayor’s administrative assistant Amy Jarvis, Yolanda Garcia, owner of Levy’s Pharmacy, Lyndhurst Police Department Community Policing Coordinator Lt. Paul Haggerty, Lyndhurst Police Department Schools Resource Officer Sgt. Steve Passamano, Lyndhurst Superintendent of Schools Joseph DeCorso, Lyndhurst High School Principal Laura Vuono, Lyndhurst High School Child Study Team Counselor Jill Tozduman and parents Megan Crispina, a chemist, and former Board of Education Trustee Sheri Jarvis.
Recently, Shinnick wanted to further strengthen the membership of the Alliance Committee, so he recruited many dedicated townspeople he had worked with in various community roles over the years, and who have all been vital community-minded people throughout Lyndhurst.
The newest members include Lyndhurst Commissioner of Tax and Finance Louis DeMarco, President of the Parent-Teachers Council Barbara Burns, school district worker Tara Castellito, former Lyndhurst Board of Education trustees Ron Grillo and Jim Hooper, current Vice-President of the Lyndhurst Board of Education Erin Keefe, Sacred Heart Church Finance Committee Member Joe Kollar, Boy Scout Troop & Venture Crew 86 Leader former Naval Officer Bill Stehn and former Commander of the American Legion and Veterans Alliance Representative Tom Witt.
The committee have been further enhanced with the additions of the Bergen County Commissioner Steve Tanelli, President of the Lyndhurst High School student club,“Kindness in Motion”, the very community-minded high school senior Caila Barreiros and the district’s school counselor and anti-bullying specialist Susan Leidemer.
Auteri says the alliance is dedicated to providing young people all the resources possible to avoid the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse — but soon, it will be even more than just those dangers.
“Under the dedicated guidance of Joseph Shinnick, the Lyndhurst Municipal Alliance Committee works very hard to offer support, and to create many effective anti-drug and anti-alcohol programs and activities for the youth and residents of Lyndhurst,” Auteri said. “Moving forward, the alliance will also broaden its focus to include such issues relevant to mental health and youth bullying as well.”
During these past seven years, working with both Christine Hill and Eileen
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