Funeral Archives
Prayers for Glenn Stuart
March 7, 2024
Glenn P. Stuart, 63, passed away on Wednesday February 28, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer. His loving family was at his side. Glenn was born May 18, 1960 in Staten Island and moved to Marlboro, NJ in his early teens. He married the love of his life Grace in September 1997 and they moved to Brick, NJ. They settled in Fanwood, NJ in 2005 to raise their children Annie and Sean.
From a young age Glenn knew he wanted to entertain people. As a young boy, he started playing drums on his brother John’s drum set in their home. He then began playing in various bands from high school on until he joined the Bstreetband, the longest running Springsteen tribute band, in 1990 as their frontman.
No one could entertain like Glenn with his infectious smile, his incredible voice and his quick wit. He was humble and approachable. It was so important to him to put on the best show possible and honor Bruce Springsteen at every performance. He wanted to make people happy, and that he did.
In 2020, Glenn achieved his dream of releasing his own music through his album “American Dreamscapes.” He created this body of work while battling lung cancer for the first time during COVID-19. In 2022 Glenn released one of his last songs, “Highways and Rivers,” which captured his own Springsteen story and what Springsteen’s music and persona meant to him.
Glenn was a loving and caring husband, father and friend. He was a talented song writer, a wonderful cook and an avid NY Mets fan. He loved listening to music. He was a big fan of Bruce Springsteen and Peter Gabriel. He was passionate about politics. He loved scuba diving. He adored his dogs, Mocha and Gigi. But mostly he loved being with his family.
Glenn is predeceased by his parents James and Hazel and brothers Jimmy and Gary Stuart. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years Grace M. (nee Arnow-Perfilio), loving children Annie and Sean, caring siblings John, Kathleen and Christine Stuart, his loving in-laws, Betty and Tony Perfilio, and brothers-in-law Evan Arnow-Perfilio and wife Kirsten, and Tony Perfilio and wife Alexandra. Glenn is also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Wednesday March 6, 2024 from 4pm to 8pm at the Rossi Funeral Home, 1937 Westfield Avenue Scotch Plains, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday March 7, 2024, at 11am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 1571 S. Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ.
Prayers for Fr. Paul Manning
March 10, 2023
Reverend Paul R. Manning, 89, of Lourdes Noreen McKeen Residence, West Palm Beach, FL passed away after a lengthy illness. Born and raised in Newark (Vailsburg), NJ, he was predeceased by his parents Gerald Manning and Lillian (Morrison) Manning. Surviving are his brother, Robert and wife Tina of York, ME, niece Francine Pidgeon and husband Bill of Davie, FL, nephew Duane and significant other, Thayer Kelley of South Hero, VT. Also, godson Mark Sanchez and dear friends Eileen Butka, Luis Sanchez and family, Fr. Jack Holian, Fred Roden, Mario Mangila, and many other friends, former students, and fellow priests.
Fr. Paul Manning studied at Immaculate Conception Seminary, Darlington, NJ and was ordained into priesthood on May 25, 1959. He spent many years as a teacher of Mathematics at Seton Hall Prep, South Orange, NJ, Union Catholic High School, Scotch Plains, NJ and Oratory Preparatory School, Summit, NJ. Fr. Manning went on to become Headmaster at Oratory Prep from 1992- 1994. He was also the weekend assistant at St. Teresa of Avila Roman Catholic Church, Summit, NJ for many years.
Funeral Mass for Gennaro Cirillo
Friday March 9, 2023
Funeral Mass for Gennaro Cirillo at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Funeral services by Dooley's Funeral Home in Westfield, NJ.
PRAYERS FOR MARY JANE BERGEN
February 13, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Jane Bergen, a beloved mother, devout Catholic, and dedicated educator. Mary Jane lived a life filled with love, kindness, and grace, and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Mary Jane Bergen, 74, passed away on February 10, 2023 at Morristown Memorial Hospital. Born to Louis and Teresa Schmitt on August 3, 1948, she grew up in Rahway. Mary Jane received a Bachelor of Science in math and science and a Master of Science in mathematics from Jersey City State College. She received her Supervisor and Principal Certification from Kean University.
As an educator, Mary Jane touched the lives of countless students and inspired them to reach their full potential.
She was known for her infectious smile, her kind and nurturing nature, and her unwavering commitment to her students and faculty. Mary Jane became a testing coordinator, then supervisor and director of K-12 math testing. She had a long career as an educator and retired as the principal at Livingston Elementary School in Union. Mary Jane enjoyed travel, most recently to Europe where she saw the Passion Play in Oberammergau and sailed the Danube. She was a member and past officer of the Union County Retired Educators Association.
Throughout her life, Mary Jane was deeply devoted to her faith, and her unwavering commitment to Catholicism guided her in all aspects of her life. She was a longtime parishioner of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains, where she served as a Sunday school teacher. She was an active member of the Rosary Altar Society. Predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Bergen, who died in 2018; she is survived by her son, Brendan P. Bergen and his partner, Kristin Shumaker of Malvern, PA. She is also survived by her husband’s children from his first marriage, Kathleen Nealy, Robert (Linda) Bergen, Jr. and Kurt (Ingrid) Bergen. She will be remembered as a loving mother, a devoted wife, and a dedicated educator. Her legacy of kindness and compassion will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. Rest in peace Mary Jane, you will be deeply missed.
Visitation will be at Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South Ave., Fanwood on Monday, February 13th from 4-7PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 14th at 10AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains. Entombment will follow at St. Gertrude Cemetery in Colonia. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Immaculate Heart of Mary R.C. Church, 1571 South Martine Ave., Scotch Plains, NJ 07076.
Prayers for Mike D’Agostino
November 29, 2022
Michael R D’Agostino, 47, passed away on November 25th,2022. He was born on September 24th, 1975, in Brooklyn, NY to David and Cecilia D’Agostino and lived there until he was 10 years old. He and his family eventually moved to Scotch Plains where he spent most of his life until recently moving to Linden.
Mike had many skills that included but not limited to, carpentry, welding, auto mechanics and plumbing. He was a member of the Plumbers Local 24 in New Jersey and most recently worked for Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scotch Plains in their maintenance department. One of his biggest projects at the church was rebuilding the cross in the chapel.
He was a member for 25 years with the Knights of Columbus in Westfield, NJ. Michael enjoyed volunteering for Habitat for Humanity where he assisted in the construction of at least four new homes in the Plainfield area.
Mike had a few hobbies in his free time like watching tv, gardening, feeding, and watching birds in his home-built sanctuary in Linden. His favorite hobby was buying and filling the “Magic Drawer” with toys, games, and all kinds of unhealthy snacks for his nephew, Sean and niece, Colleen. Michael loved all different animals as well.
He is survived by his parents, David and Cecilia D’Agostino as well as his sister, Joanna Sullivan and brother in law, Brendan Sullivan. He is also survived by his nephew and niece, Sean, and Colleen.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 30th, 2022, at Memorial Funeral Home in Fanwood from 3pm to 7pm. A Mass will be on Thursday, December 1st, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Scotch Plains. Cremation will be private.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to Center for Hope Hospice in Elizabeth, NJ
Prayers for UC FACULTY MEMBER SISTER ANN SULLIVAN, S.S.J.
August 9, 2022
Sr. Ann Sullivan, S.S.J. was a dedicated IHM parishioner as well as an integral member of the Union Catholic High School community. One of the original participants in our Engaging Disciples initiative, Sr. Ann gave us her Spirit filled guidance and prayer filled insights which helped bring about a greater sense of community and vision that continue to influence and inspire many of our ministries. We will miss her. May she rest in peace. Amen