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Retired State Trooper Suffered Medical Episode Before Route 287 Crash: Family, Police
The driver who died in a crash on Route 287 in Morris County this week has been identified as retired New Jersey State Trooper Kevin Hanrahan.
Hanrahan, 61, was heading north near milepost 31.4 in Harding Township around 9:05 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, when he ran off the road to the left and struck a metal guardrail, New Jersey State Police Trooper Charles Marchan said.
Hanrahan was rushed to a hospital, where he later died, Marchan said. Hanrahan's son, Kevin, said he had suffered a medical episode.
The lifelong Hawthorne resident had been living part-time in Florida, but start…
'8 Mile' Actor Nashawn Breedlove Who Rap-Battled Eminem Dies In NJ Home: Report
Nashawn Breedlove, the actor who famously rapped with Eminem in "8 Mile," died in his New Jersey home, his family tells TMZ.
Breedlove, 46, died in his sleep at home on Sunday, Sept. 24, the outlet said. His Facebook profile shows he is from Newark.
The rapper and actor was known as "Lotto" since his part in the 2002 movie with Em that serves as a career highlight.
Breedlove's mother, Patricia, penned a tribute to him on Tuesday, Sept. 26.
"Nashawn's departure from this world has left an immense void in my life, one that words cannot fully express," she wrote. "I can't put into words th…
MSU Student Breanna Pifano, 20, Dies Weeks After Suffering Cardiac Event
Breanna Pifano, a 20-year-old student at Montclair State University, died on Monday, Sept. 18, after suffering a cardiac event earlier this month, according to her obituary.
Breanna was born on Dec. 18, 2002 and was in her third year at MSU studying biology, with aspirations of becoming an optometrist.
A fundraiser was set up to assist the family with medical and funeral expenses. As of Friday, Sept. 22, more than $40,590 has been raised.
My heart breaks over and over, still feel like this isn’t real. I can’t express how grateful I am to Breanna for always... Posted by Rebeca Leite o…
Prominent Attorney, Former Hudson County Prosecutor Harold Ruvoldt Dies, 81
Harold Ruvoldt, Jr. a prominent attorney in North Jersey, died on Sunday, Sept. 17 at the age of 81, according to his obituary.
Ruvoldt, who lived in Haworth and Jersey City, was a graduate of St. Peter's College, Seton Hall Law School and Rutgers University Business School, according to his obituary.
Ruvoldt was a trial and appellate lawyer working as a partner in private practice while also serving as a Hudson County prosecutor, Hudson County Counsel and Jersey City Counsel, his obituary reads.
"I met Harold when he...helped me with a personal legal issue," wrote one mourner …
Hundreds Turn Out For Funeral Of Former Pascack Valley HS Football Captain Devin Wolfe, 30
Joe Wolfe always knew his son was well-liked, but he didn't fully understand how loved he was until his funeral last week.
Devin Wolfe, 30, who grew up in River Vale, died in a car accident on Long Island on Saturday, Sept. 9.
His former teammates, friends from childhood, peers from college at Johnson & Wales University, coworkers, coaches, teachers, and relatives flew and drove out to Bergen County for Devin's services Thursday, Sept. 14 and Friday, Sept. 15.
Seeing the nearly one thousand of them lining up for visitation at Becker Funeral Home and spilling out of pews at the funeral…
Support Surges For Family Of Beloved Warren County Dad Killed In Motorcycle Crash At 46
Support is on the rise for the family of a beloved Warren County dad who was killed in a motorcycle crash last week.
Carlos Mendez, of Lopatcong Township, died Sunday, Sept. 3, his obituary says. He was 46.
Born in Cleveland, OH, Carlos worked as an IT administrator for Huston Lumber in Watchung. He was known for his love of the outdoors, especially riding ATVs.
Above all, Carlos had an endless passion for helping others, as well as spending time with his family members and many close friends.
“He just loved to be of help to others and had a huge heart,” reads his obituary. “He was always…
Warren County Forklift Operator, Devoted Dad Philip Hemeleski Dies On 35th Birthday
Warren County forklift operator and devoted dad Philip Hemeleski died at his home in Tamiment, PA, on Tuesday, August 29 — his 35th birthday.
Born in Hackettstown, Philip attended East Stroudsburg North High School, where he was a member of the rifle team before graduating in 2007, his obituary says.
Philip worked as a forklift operator for GXO Logistics in Belvidere. He was also an enthusiastic fisherman and hunter, as well as a dedicated fan of the Dallas Cowboys.
Above all, he embraced his role as a devoted father to his loving daughter, Jewell.
In addition to his daughter, Philip is s…
