All Obituaries

Elizabeth “Betty” Nebus Ryan, 73, of South Amboy died on Friday September 30, 2022 at the Venetian Care and Rehabilitation Center, South Amboy. Born in South Amboy she lived there all her life. Before retiring she was employed by the Matawan Board of Education at Strathmore Elementary School and then by the South River Board of Education. A 1971 graduate of Montclair State University, she was a member of the American Legion Post 62 Ladies Auxiliary and the Friends of the Vietnam...

Teresa Graziano Smith, 88, of South Amboy died on Friday September 9, 2022 at JFK Medical Center, Edison. Born in Newark she was a member of St. Mary’s R.C. Church, South Amboy. Daughter of the late Rosario “Sam” and Rose Nicolaro Graziano she is also predeceased by her husband Joseph L. Smith in 2005; her brother Joseph Graziano and her sisters Margaret Mantella and Caroline DeLucia. She is survived by her sons Glenn Smith and James Smith and his wife Marie; her daughters...

Francine Cheeseman Shaw, age 68, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2022. She was born on May 30, 1954, in South Amboy, NJ, and was the daughter of the late Francis (Trip) and Patricia Cheeseman. Francine graduated from St. Mary’s High School in South Amboy and went on to receive a B.S. degree in economics from the College of St. Elizabeth, Convent Station, NJ, in 1976. In 2009, Francine was awarded a Doctor of Law, Honorary Degree from the College of St. Elizabeth. In 1978 Francine...

Leonard John Tice, Sr., 78, of Falmouth, Kentucky, formerly of South Amboy, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at Harrison County Memorial Hospital.  He was born in South Amboy on December 21, 1943 to the late Leonard and Catherine Hanaway Tice. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of the American Legion. Leonard retired from DuPont located in Parlin, where he was a film slitter.  He lived in South Amboy his entire life until moving to Falmouth...

Tara Elizabeth Keegan, 34, of Point Pleasant, NJ died on August 31.  She was the youngest child of James and Kathleen Keegan. Raised in Wall Twp she graduated from Wall High School in 2006. Tara was a self-taught chef and opened her own juice bar and cafe in 2015 called Tara Lu's in downtown Point Pleasant Beach. She developed a loyal following of customers, who often became clients and friends. In 2016 her greatest accomplishment was born. Her daughter, Ava May Spinelli...

Robert E. Elitchko, Sr., 76, of Laurence Harbor died peacefully on Tuesday August 23, 2022 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick surrounded by his family. Born in Brooklyn he lived in Sayreville before moving to Laurence Harbor. He was known as a hard worker and was employed by the Sayreville Board of Education for 40 years. An avid fan of the New York Yankees he enjoyed working on cars and loved his family more than anything else. Son of the late Michael and Helen Urban...

Jeanne Fahey Keevins, 59, of Morganville died on Monday August 22, 2022 at Raritan Bay Medical Center, Old Bridge. Born in the Bronx, New York she was employed as the Finance Clerk for the Borough of Englishtown. Jeanne loved cooking delicious meals for her family, spending time at the shore house, decorating her home for the holidays and doting upon her granddaughter. Daughter of the late Matthew James and Gladys Knight Fahey she is survived by her husband Joseph Keevins; her daughter,...

Katherine Sara Duffy, 77, of Freehold passed peacefully on Saturday August 20, 2022 at Jersey Shore University Hospital, Neptune surrounded by her family and friends. Born in Elizabeth she was previously employed by AT&T, Bell Labs and Lucent. Always willing to lend a hand, she volunteered her time to several organizations, most notably Pioneers of America and the Special Olympics. Kathy had a zest for life and always loved socializing with friends and family. She loved her extended...

William E. Coward, 78, of South Amboy died on Monday August 22, 2022 at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. Born in South Amboy he lived there all his life. Before retiring he was employed as an ironworker for over 35 years with Local 373, Perth Amboy. A U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War he was a member of St. Mary’s R.C. Church, South Amboy where he served as an usher. A passionate fan of the New York Yankees and Giants he enjoyed traveling and spending time at the shore. He loved...

Sam Sattilaro, 78, of South Amboy passed away on August 22, 2022. He is the son of the late Sam and Tessie Sattilaro. He is survived by a brother Anthony Sattilaro and his wife Patricia, a nephew Tony Sattilaro and his wife Karen and their son Vincent. Services have been held privately under the direction of The Gundrum Service “Home For Funerals” 237 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy.