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Cyril “Cy” Sidun, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at the age of 95. Born in 1926 in Carteret, NJ to Charles and Margaret Sidun, Cy lived his entire life in New Jersey. A United States Army Veteran, Cy served his country during World War II and was proud of his service with the Manhattan Project. Cy graduated from Rutger’s University and began his career as a mechanical engineer, then went on to attend the McAllister School of Embalming in New York City, where he...

Richard M. Knasel, 69, of Holmdel, NJ, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on October 5, 2021.  He was born in Sidney, Ohio to the late Edwina and Richard L. Knasel. Ric loved his family and would light up at the mention of his two grandchildren, Jackson and Kate.  He enjoyed coaching his son, Camren in all of his sports and supporting his daughter, Adlee in her sport of cheerleading.  He loved and looked forward to family trips, making sure to...

Eugene A. Harcsar, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 11, 2021 at home. Gene was born in Bayonne, NJ in 1940 to Eugene and Helen Harcsar. He was a boarding student at Seton Hall Prep and a 1961 graduate of Mount St. Mary's College (now University), Emmitsburg, Maryland. Upon graduation, Gene became a United States Marine and was a bombardier navigator with the first squadron of Marine A6A Intruders, an all-weather attack jet unit. He was in Vietnam, land­ based at Da Nang. He...

Frances N. Walker, 75, of Red Bank, passed away peacefully with her beloved husband by her side on October 11th, her 75th birthday. Born in Dothan, Alabama to the late Robert and Frances James, she leaves behind to cherish her memory, her sister, Mary Charles and her brother, Robert James, both of Alabama; 3 half-sisters, Amendia, Chanie Mae of Alabama and Carolyn; 2 special friends, Dot Davis of New Jersey and B. Stodghill of Ohio; a loving cousin, Janell Ennis of Florida; a host of nieces...

ELLEN C. SHEEHAN (KOHL) Age 82   MONMOUTH BEACH- Ellen Sheehan went to her eternal rest on October 10, 2021.  Ellen Sheehan had three rules for life: The first is to be kind, the second is to be kind, and the third is to be kind. Ellen was kind, patient, and generous, and when she needed to be, she was a rock. Ellen always put her sprawling family first. She loved family gatherings, large and small, most recently enjoying a celebration of her 80th birthday with immediate and extended...

Sansone, Rosemarie Ann, 86 of Asbury Park, N.J. passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 10, 2021. She was born in Brooklyn, N.Y to the late Dominick and Angelina Duca. Rosemarie was a talented artist that spent most of her adult life in the Jersey shore area raising her 4 boys. She also spent many years in Hilton Head Island in South Carolina where she opened her own shop designing customer leisure wear before moving back to New Jersey. She also had a strong passion and love for dogs and...

Sam Rago  84, a fifty year Fair Haven resident, passed away Oct 8,2021, at Riverview Medical Center.Sam was born in Long Branch to Micheal and Mary Rago. Sam grew up in Red Bank where he made friends that would last him a lifetime "Red Bank Boys". He honorably served in the U.S. Navy where he boxed in front of President Eisenhower on the Presidential Cruise USS Canberra in 1957. Sam owned Town & Country Hairstylists in Manalapan for 30 years. He then retired and went to work for Rockys...

Carol Burke, 80, of Red Bank, passed away October 8, 2021 at Riverview Medical Center surrounded by her family. Carol was born in Brooklyn, NY. Carol was best known for the way she cared for others. Carol welcomed anyone into her home and kitchen with open arms. She loved cheering for the Yankees, the Golden State Warriors and most importantly, her grandchildren. She was predeceased by her mother, Geraldine Stewart, her brother, Andrew DeMuro, her sister, Geri Gallagher, her husband of 42...

Shane A. Mason, 40, of Highlands, passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 6, 2021.  Shane grew up in Little Silver, the son of Ernest and Patricia Ann (Hemingway) Mason. He was a graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School, Class of 1999. After high school he received a scholarship to swim at Tufts University. Shane was a foodie who had a passion for cooking.  He also enjoyed the outdoors, especially walking the beaches and trails with his beloved basset hound, Gus. An avid sports...