Obituaries - Keyport & Matawan, NJ

Giovanni Luciano “G-Money” Merla, 22, of Keyport, passed away Friday, March 27, 2020. Born in Red Bank to John and Kelly Merla, Gio was raised in Keyport and was a 2016 graduate of Keyport High School. A lover of sports, he played football from the age of six and all through high school, and played baseball with St. Joseph’s. Gio had a big heart and could bring love and joy to everyone he met. He gave of himself by volunteering with “Friends of the Bayshore” in...

All services private at this time.

John H. Murray, 54, of Whiting, passed away Monday, March 9th. Born in Perth Amboy to William H. and Carletta (Anderson) Murray, he grew up in Cliffwood Beach. John had a deep love for automobiles, working for over 20 years with Honda in as an A-Tech Master Technician. He was an avid classic car enthusiast, John loved car shows and auctions, as well as watching the races at Wall Stadium Speedway. Over the years, he had owned many collectible vehicles, but his all-time favorite was his white...

Vincent Arthur Hartmann, Jr., died peacefully at age 83 on Friday, March 6, 2020. In Heaven he joins his parents Mary Elizabeth McKenna Hartmann & Vincent Arthur Hartmann, his two sisters Barbara D’Acunto and Linda MacIntyre. Vince grew up in West Orange and spent his life dedicated to his professional career and was accomplished and well respected. What mattered in the long run and his true passion was his family, childhood friends, and memories, here lies his legacy. He was kind,...

Mount Laurel-Enercida Castro passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 19, 2020. She was 98 years young! Originally from Jersey City, Enercida spread endless love to all of those she came in contact with. Enercida was a devoted mother to Sara DeLeo Lambert and the beloved grandmother of Justin DeLeo, his wife Paula and Erika DeLeo. She is also survived by Edward Lambert, Thomas DeLeo, his wife Idania, and many family and friends who cherished her joyous spirit. In lieu of flowers,...

It is with great sadness that the family of Florence M. Cohen, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, formerly of Keyport, NJ, announces her passing on February 19, 2020, at the age of 103. Born January 19, 1917, in Keyport, NJ, she was the daughter of the late William Maurer and Genevieve Baker Maurer. Widow of the late Alton D. Walling and Edward Cohen, she was predeceased by her sister, Ruth Maurer Anderson. Florence graduated from Keyport High School in Keyport NJ, was employed by Lavoie Laboratories...

MARY WILKIE ANTHONY 4 April 1933 – 4 February 2020 Mary Joyce Anthony [nee Wilkie] of Matawan, NJ was born 4 April 1933 at Valley Plantation, St. George, Barbados, West Indies.  She passed away peacefully on 4 February 2020 at her daughter’s home, where she lived.  She was predeceased by her parents, James Noel and Mary Sybil Wilkie; her husband of 21 years, Edward E. Anthony, in 1982; and her brothers Douglas Wilkie and Ashley Wilkie.   She is survived by her brothers Noel Gray...

Pura Carril, 89, of Keyport, passed away on Tues., February 4, 2020 at Bayshore Hospital in Holmdel. Pura was born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico to Victoriano and Alfreda (Jiminez) Villanueva. She was a devoted and active member of Jesus the Lord RC Church in Keyport for many years. Pura was employed by Fraizer Metal in Keyport as a punch press operator. After retirement, she enjoyed caring for her home. Pura was predeceased by her parents, daughter-in-law, Doris Carril, son-in-law, Pablo...

Services will be planned at a later date.

Joe D. Muzio, 25, of Aberdeen, formerly of Midland Beach (Staten Island), NY, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, January 5, 2020. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Joe was a 2012 graduate of New Dorp High School in Staten Island, NY. A passionate and talented musician, Joe played the drums and the guitar. He played in many bands, performed in many venues and his talent took him to Alaska and California. Joe was in the process of recording his first official album and even has a song recorded...