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Daycare Worker, 28, Died Alongside Her Dog In NJ Apartment Fire, Charity Says
Arrangements have been finalized for Emily Prather, a 28-year-old daycare worker remembered for her warmth and compassion, who died following a fire at an apartment complex in South Jersey on Saturday, Nov. 1.
Prather, who was initially hospitalized following the Autumn Ridge blaze in Gloucester Township, was later pronounced dead from injuries sustained in the fire. Six firefighters were also injured and remain in stable condition, police said.
The Unforgotten Haven, a nonprofit assisting Emily's husband, Kyle, in Blackwood, said Emily died alongside her dog.
Born in Philadelphia, Emily g…
Dick Cheney Dies: Redefined Role Of Vice President
Dick Cheney, the forceful vice president who reshaped the office into a center of power and drove the post‑September 11 war on terror, has died at 84, his family announced.
His family announced his death Tuesday, Nov. 4, citing complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. “His beloved wife of 61 years, Lynne, his daughters, Liz and Mary, and other family members were with him as he passed,” the family said, adding that he died due to complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.
He served as the 46th vice president from 2001 to 2009 under President Georg…
Middlesex County’s Michael Krukowski Dies After Truck Hits Tree, Pole In PA: State Police
A 69-year-old Bensalem man was killed when his pickup truck struck a tree and a utility pole along West Lincoln Highway in West Sadsbury Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania State Police announced in a release on Thursday, Oct. 30.
The crash happened around 8:39 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, just east of Blackhorse Road, according to police.
Michael J. Krukowski III was driving a 2016 Ford F-250 SuperCab eastbound when the vehicle drifted left for an unknown reason, investigators explained. It left the roadway, hit a tree, and then struck a utility pole before coming to rest on its passenger …
Beloved Grandfather Struck, Killed By Vehicle On Route 36: Prosecutor
A 74-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle in Long Branch, authorities announced Friday, Oct. 31.
At 6:17 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 27, Long Branch police responded to Route 36 and Branchport Avenue after a man, later identified as Fernando Pinho was attempted to cross Route 36 when he was hit by a BMW SUV, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago said.
Pinho was rushed to Monmouth Medical Center where he was pronounced dead at 8:58 p.m., Santiago said. The driver remained on scene, Santiago said.
Born in Portugal, Pinho was a fisherman, restauranteur and car salesman befor…
Sudden Loss Of NJ Dad Brett Palmer Spreads Shock
A Hunterdon County community is grieving following the unexpected loss of a local dad.
Brett M. Palmer, 42, passed away on Oct. 21, according to his obituary published on the Martin Funeral Home website. Those who knew him said that his death was sudden.
Born on March 3, 1983, to Mike and Linda Palmer, Brett was remembered as a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend — “a shining example of kindness, integrity, and love,” his obituary said. Raised in Babylon, NY, and Milltown, NJ, he carried with him a deep appreciation for family, friendship, and hard work wherever life took him.…
NJ Native, St. John's Student Dies Suddenly In Queens
Family and friends are mourning the loss of Giovani Amores, an 18-year-old New Jersey native remembered for his kindness, confidence, and joy.
Amores passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Oct. 16, in Queens, NY, according to his obituary posted on the Fanwood Memorial Funeral Home website. A cause of death was not immediately clear.
Born in Hoboken, Giovani grew up in Jersey City and graduated from St. Joseph’s High School earlier this year. In August, he began his freshman year at St. John’s University, where he was “filled with excitement and ambition for the future,” his obituary said.
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Al Pacino Calls Diane Keaton 'Love Of His Life' As New Details Released On Her Death
Al Pacino is mourning Diane Keaton with the kind of love letter only a co‑star and onetime partner could deliver, calling her his partner, friend, and the love of his life.
Keaton, 79, died Saturday, Oct. 11, of primary bacterial pneumonia, and she has been cremated, according to a death certificate obtained by CNN.
In an interview published by Deadline on Thursday, Oct. 16, Pacino reflected that news of her passing brought memories “with a force that is both painful and moving,” praising her “unmistakable energy” and the way she “opened doors for others” and inspired generations.
“I …
Missing Man Found Dead In NJ, Fundraiser Confirms
Thomas Mauch, a 34-year-old Berkeley Heights resident who was reported missing last week, has died, according to a fundraiser established Wednesday, Oct. 8.
Berkeley Heights police said Mauch was located Tuesday, Oct. 7, but did not provide additional details.
Mauch is being remembered by his family as a devoted husband and loving father, son, brother and friend who loved the New Jersey Devils.
"Everyone that knew TJ would describe him as dependable, loyal, hard-working, and kind-hearted. He could strike up a conversation with any Uber driver or stranger at a party," Laura Couch, Mauch's s…
Beloved Jersey Shore Bartender Dies: Remembering Jimmy Hughes
James "Jimmy" Hughes, a bartender at Klee's Bar and Grill in Seaside Heights died on Thursday, Oct. 2, the restaurant announced.
Hughes died surrounded by his family, the restaurant said.
"Jimmy was a valued server and bartender at both Klee’s and Henry’s over the past few years, and he brought warmth, kindness, and laughter to so many," the restaurant said. "This sudden loss has deeply affected our entire Klee’s and Henry’s family. We will miss him dearly."
Henry's at Klee's was closed Thursday and Friday, Oct. 3 to give staff time to grieve, though Klee's remains open.
"We kindly ask fo…
