Obituaries

Maria H. Zifchak, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and a life defined by devotion to her family.

Born on January 3, 1940, Maria was the beloved daughter of the late Robert Harding and Florence Harding Azzolino. She attended Red Bank Catholic High School, where she met the love of her life and high school sweetheart, Donald Zifchak. They married and shared a long life together.

Patricia Ann McMahon (nee Doherty), who entered this life on Valentine’s Day 1935, passed peacefully in her home of over 50 years while surrounded by her children. Patricia “Pat” was the epitome of her birthdate as she brought love with her all the days of her long life.    

Patricia Ann was born and raised in the Vailsburg section of Newark. The only daughter, she was greatly favored by her father Charles and much loved by her mother Anna. She grew up in a home with her five brothers: Charles “Buddy”, Jack, Gene, Bobby and Jim. All of whom she loved and who have predeceased her. Patricia’s early education began at Sacred Heart School and culminated in her 1952 graduation from St. Vincent’s Academy in Newark. A lifelong supporter of St. Vincent’s, Patricia was grateful for the rigorous curriculum that rivaled today’s university instruction. An avid reader, Patricia’s lifelong quest for knowledge was an inspiration to her children and all that knew her well.

Vicki De Noia, age 75, passed away peacefully om March 26. 2026, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and service to others.

Vicki's professional journey spanned decades of exceptional care and leadership in nursing and health care. She began her nursing career at Riverview Medical Center working as a perioperative nurse and then in Respiratory ICU for nine years.

She then became Director of Clinical Operations and Marketing for Transworld Nurses Home Health Care, where she recruited, trained, and placed nurses and home health aides. She later became Executive Director of Staff Builders, Inc., where she oversaw sales, clinical operations and support for three offices in Monmouth County. She became Director of Nursing Education for subacute and long-term care facilities of Meridian Quality Care Management.

Mary Jane Sauer passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving daughters.

Born on April 25, 1941, in Jersey City, New Jersey, Mary Jane was the daughter of Mary Jane and Richard Brennan. She spent her early years in Jersey City before moving to Keansburg. She was a proud graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School, Class of 1959, and remained a lifelong Casey.

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our brother, Bill, age 70.  You could find him most mornings walking the sea wall in his beloved Sea Bright.

Bill was born to Virginia and William Rain and resided his whole life in Sea Bright.  He retired from the Sea Bright Police Force after a long career.

Bill was very active in the Sea Bright Fire Department and found great pleasure in keeping his friends and neighbors safe. 

Dr. Edward A. Olsen, 76, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving partner and wife of 23 years, and his devoted sister. He was born on July 19,1949 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Mary Apicella and Edward Olsen, Sr. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Hayes Olsen, his sister, Patricia Cavagnaro (John), two nieces, Patricia Chiano (Donald), Christine Backus (David), and his six great-nieces and nephews.

Mary Lyn Cady-Bilow, born on June 8, 1936, in Plainfield, New Jersey, passed away peacefully, on March 20, 2026 in the company of her family. She lived most of her life in Fair Haven and Long Branch, NJ.  She was 89 years old.

Mary Lyn attended Mount Saint Mary’s High School in New Jersey and continued her education at Marymount College in Arlington, Virginia. With her characteristic humor and charm, she often quipped that she majored in “extracurricular activities.” She had fun recounting memories from her school years, including receiving medals of achievement presented by Robert F. Kennedy.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Judith L. Wolchak who died on March 16, 2026 at the age of 89, peacefully in her sleep.