Portrait of Marie T. Lacey

Marie T. Lacey

South Plainfield, New Jersey

Marie T. Lacey 74 passed away Tuesday February 10 2026 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset in Somerville. Born in November 1951 on the SS America at sea Marie was the daughter of immigrants traveling to the United States from Ireland. She resided most of her life in Plainfield before settling to Green Brook after her retirement. She attended Union County College and started her career with Lockheed Electronics. Marie was a dedicated professional retiring as a project manager from Novartis. A devout Catholic Marie was a communicant of Our Lady of Mount Virgin where she was a part of the Rosarians and previously of St. Marys Roman Catholic Church in Plainfield. She had a passion for photography and enjoyed traveling often returning to her beloved homeland of Ireland and exploring England. Music played a significant role in Maries life. She and her friends avidly followed Paul McCartney and…

Portrait of William J. Mcdonough

William J. Mcdonough

South Plainfield, New Jersey

A faithful communicant of Sacred Heart RC Church in South Plainfield Mr. McDonough was also a member of the South Plainfield Knights of Columbus Council 6203. Mr. McDonough retired from the United States Postal Service as a Supervisor of Postal Operations in New Providence NJ. Mr. McDonough began his career as a letter carrier and worked his way up into his management position. Shortly after Mr. McDonough retired he and his wife Patricia moved for a short time to Sierra Vista AZ where they enjoyed exploring the beauty and history of the desert southwest. Mr. McDonough enjoyed traveling with his wife Patricia. Their most memorable trips include traveling through Ireland and their 60th wedding anniversary cruise to Alaska. Mr. McDonough served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was awarded a sharp shooter medal and was the top bowler on the base bowling team. Bowling was Mr.…

Portrait of Stephen  Condrack

Stephen Condrack

South Plainfield, New Jersey

Stephen Condrack 72 passed away on Monday February 9 2026 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Somerset in Somerville NJ . Steve was born on June 23 1953 in Three Springs PA son of Michael J. and Joy A. Lane Condrack he was raised in Mount Union PA and settled in Piscataway NJ in 1991. He was preceded in death by his parents his brother David Condrack and sister Cathy Grove Condrack. Steve was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting and fishing classic car shows a good flea market and horse racing. He was especially proud of his vegetable garden and his wide variety of peppers and tomatoes which were known to be extra delicious and enjoyed by all. Steves strong work ethic led him to many interesting jobs as a young person including a local pool hall a movie theater and especially he loved the fruit market. As an…

Portrait of Ida Colon

Ida Colon

Woodbridge, New Jersey

Born in Orocovis Puerto Rico Ida was raised in New York City later settling in Tampa Florida in 2001 before moving to Woodbridge with her daughter in 2023. Ida was a strong woman and single mom of five children who was hardworking and always caring for her family. She loved dancing to Daddy Yankee and will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother grandmother and great grandmother. Surviving are her children Ida Manuel Betty Eleen and James Correa grandchildren Ashley Correa Johnathan Josie and Jeremy Ortiz Jasmin W. Ray Toni Gabrielle Rodriguez Caleb and Christian Santos Caresse Elani James Chris Luisa and Gabriella Correa Mosiah and Helaman Garcia along with her great grandchildren Mathew Hernandez Luna Rodriguez Siena and Marina Rodriguez Victoria Mills Juiza Giselle Ortiz Jayla Sky Ortiz Ayla Correa and Samai Serrano. Visitation will be held on Tuesday February 17 2026 from 4pm to 8pm at GERITY…

Portrait of Frank  Franchini

Frank Franchini

Perth Amboy, New Jersey

He was born on August 2 1952 in Newark NJ. After graduating high school Frank joined the United States Marine Corps and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Once returning home Frank worked for Cintas Uniform Service selling uniforms and other commercial supplies. Surviving Frank is his wife Gladyne Franchini his three beloved children Tamiko Franchini Angela Franchini and Giovanni Franchini his grandchildren Maxwell Diamond and GaNisha his sister Annette Martinez his brother Vincent Franchini and many nieces nephews and cousins. Visitation will take place on Saturday February 14 2026 from 200 PM to 400 PM at the Flynn and Son Mitruska Funeral Home 23 Ford Ave. Fords NJ 08863. Cremation will be private.

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