All Obituaries

On August 7, 2026, Patricia Anne "Annie" Morgan, 84, returned to the arms of her Lord at Mountainside Hospital in Glen Ridge, NJ—bringing her life full circle in the exact place where her journey began on August 16, 1941.   The eldest child of Ernest and Lillie Caldwell, Annie grew up in Montclair alongside her five siblings. After graduating from the Montclair Public Schools, she followed her heart into early childhood education, earning her Associate Degree from Essex ...

Beatrice Elizabeth Tyson Morton of Colonia, NJ died peacefully at home July 27th, 2026 Beatrice “Betty” Morton was born on November 26, 1938 at Newark Presbyterian Hospital to the late George & Bernice Tyson; Betty grew up in Montclair with her two younger sisters Rosalind and Bernice.   Betty met the love of her life Ronald A. Morton “Ronnie” at the YMCA in 1951, graduated from Montclair High School in 1956 and married her Ronnie on September ...

Rosamina Matthews was born March 19, 1933 in Cartersville, Virginia to the late Edith Brown (November 3, 2000) and James Sterling Brown (September 7, 1978). She was sister to the late Eunice Baer. She was  married to the late Eugene E. Matthews (March 28,2025) on August 5, 1951. They shared five beautiful children. Rosamina was committed to raising strong, caring, hardworking and educated children. Her belief was that it was her job as a loving mother to prepare her children for the ...

    Michael Wayne Ellis, a resident of Montclair, New Jersey, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 29, 2026. Michael Wayne Ellis was born June 6, 1958 to the late Marvin and Marcia Ellis. He was baptized at an early age at St. Paul’s Baptist Church of Montclair, where his mother was faithful in servant leadership. Mike spent his childhood and adolescent years growing up in towns Orange and Montclair, New Jersey with his sister Marcia Green and late brother ...

LIFE REFLECTIONS On November 10, 1943, in the village of Catadupa, in St. James Parish, Jamaica, Rev. Alfred Cole and Mrs. May Violet Cole, welcomed their eldest daughter, Carmen Monica Cole into the world. The middle child of five siblings, Carmen followed in her family’s footsteps and, from an early age, demonstrated a commitment to living a life of faith, grace and excellence. Carmen spent her formative years in Kingston, Jamaica, where she was known for her kindness, character, ...

Her journey in life. A sweet peace came to Lillian on May 26, 2026. God opened his arms to usher her into that place from which no traveler can return. Lillian Dickens passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026 in Florida. Born on May 13, 1931 in Live Oak Hill, Florida, to the late Mamie and Surry Cherry. Lillian lived a life centered on family, compassion, and simple joys. At a young age, her family relocated to Montclair, NJ, where should later continue her education. Lillian attended ...

In Loving Memory of Aileen “A, Auntie, Auntleen, Leno” Stevenson ​ It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our Beloved, family cornerstone, and adventurous soul. She passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026. leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and unforgettable memories. ​She was a remarkably dedicated career individual who brought passion, hard work, and excellence to everything she did professionally. Her work ethic was an inspiration to everyone who ...

Born on January 10, 1939, Mama was known for the thoughtful little things that made everyone feel loved — slipping a twenty-dollar bill into your hand on the way out the door, serving her specialty iced tea, homemade spaghetti, and canned salmon. But she was mostly known for her warm smile and gentle spirit. Her greatest joy was her family. She deeply loved her husband, children, grandchildren, and greatgrandchildren, and treasured every moment spent with them. Mama will be deeply ...