$17K Raised For Daughters Of River Edge Dad After 'Brief But Fierce' Cancer Battle $17K Raised For Daughters Of River Edge Dad After 'Brief But Fierce' Cancer Battle
$17K Raised For Daughters Of River Edge Dad After 'Brief But Fierce' Cancer Battle A River Edge father of two young girls has died after a short but fierce battle with cancer, loved ones said. Kieran Corrigan, 54, passed away peacefully on July 2, according to an obituary posted by Volk Leber Funeral Home. Kieran, originally from Woodlands, South Douglas Road in Cork, Ireland, was remembered as a warm and creative man deeply devoted to his family. He was the beloved husband of Edel Corrigan (née Shealy) and the proud father of Keelan, 10, and Chloe, 8. A GoFundMe organized by Kathleen Terhune said Kieran "passed away after a brief but fierce battle with cancer." The fund…
Toddler Airlifted With Severe Burns After Falling In Campfire Reportedly In Belleplain Forest Toddler Airlifted With Severe Burns After Falling In Campfire Reportedly In Belleplain Forest
Toddler Airlifted With Severe Burns After Falling In Campfire Reportedly In Belleplain Forest A family camping trip in New Jersey ended in tragedy when a 1-year-old boy fell into a campfire and suffered third-degree burns, according to a GoFundMe launched by a close family friend. Josué Velasco, who is 1 year and 8 months old, was airlifted to a pediatric burn hospital after the accident on Saturday, July 5, the fundraiser says. He remains in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and is being treated for extensive burns to his hands, arms, chest, abdomen, and legs. The incident happened while Josué was attending a family camp in New Jersey. Initial information indicates it occurred in Belle…
'He Was A Beautiful Soul': Family Of 24-Year-Old Wallingford Dad Killed In Crash Ask For Help 'He Was A Beautiful Soul': Family Of 24-Year-Old Wallingford Dad Killed In Crash Ask For Help
'He Was A Beautiful Soul': Family Of 24-Year-Old Wallingford Dad Killed In Crash Ask For Help A Connecticut community is rallying around a family after a young father was killed in a motorcycle crash this week.  Robert David Connolly Jr., 24, of Wallingford, was found shortly before 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, off Guntown Road in Oxford, according to Connecticut State Police. His motorcycle had veered off the road and down an embankment, where he was thrown from the bike and died at the scene. He had been reported missing before police found the crash site. Loved ones have created two GoFundMe campaigns to help cover funeral expenses and support his son. His mother, Colleen Co…
7-Year-Old Sicklerville Girl Dies: 'Brought Joy, Strength, Love Into Loves Of Everyone' 7-Year-Old Sicklerville Girl Dies: 'Brought Joy, Strength, Love Into Loves Of Everyone'
7-Year-Old Sicklerville Girl Dies: 'Brought Joy, Strength, Love Into Loves Of Everyone' Jannah Watkins, a 7-year-old Sicklerville resident, died recently after falling ill from an infection according to a GoFundMe set up to support her family. Jannah, who lived with biliary atresia, never let her illness get her down, and lived a full joyful life surrounded by her family, Kelly Dillard, Kara McNulty, and Lindsay Lloyd, who organized the fundraiser wrote. Jannah recently fell ill, "tragically and without warning," and her body could no longer keep fighting, the organizers wrote. "Her passing has left her family, friends, and community heartbroken beyond words," the organiz…
Mount Olive Mayor’s Son-In-Law, Troy Livesey, Dies Suddenly At 37 Mount Olive Mayor’s Son-In-Law, Troy Livesey, Dies Suddenly At 37
Mount Olive Mayor’s Son-In-Law, Troy Livesey, Dies Suddenly At 37 Troy Livesey, a well-liked bagel shop employee and son-in-law of Mount Olive mayor Joe Nicastro, died on Monday, July 7, due to unknown medical reasons, Nicastro said. He was 37 years old. Livesey grew up in Ringwood and graduated from Lakeland Regional High School, his obituary on the William Leber Funeral Home website says. He is being remembered for his kind heart, caring spirit, and sense of humor, Nicastro wrote on a GoFundMe page he organized for his family. This is the second tragedy for the mayor and his family this year: His granddaughter Wrenna died of cancer in January. At Hacke…
Millville DPW Worker Dies, 44: 'Most Infectious Laugh' Millville DPW Worker Dies, 44: 'Most Infectious Laugh'
Millville DPW Worker Dies, 44: 'Most Infectious Laugh' Raymond Stout, a Millville resident, died on Wednesday, July 2, according to his obituary from the Evoy Funeral Home website. Stout worked for Lower Township Public Works for nine years, his obituary reads. He was a diehard Phillies and Eagles fan, and also enjoyed fishing, camping and hanging out with his friends, according to his obituary. "He had the most infectious laugh that you could hear a mile away," his obituary reads.  "You always knew when Ray was nearby. He gave the best advice and would always help a friend with whatever they needed." Stout is survived by his wife, Nicole…
Michael Quartarone, Jackson Dad To 4 Daughters, Dies Weeks After 49th Birthday Michael Quartarone, Jackson Dad To 4 Daughters, Dies Weeks After 49th Birthday
Michael Quartarone, Jackson Dad To 4 Daughters, Dies Weeks After 49th Birthday Michael Quartarone, a 49-year-old Jackson resident, died on Saturday, July 5, according to a fundraiser set up to support his four daughters. Quartarone had recently celebrated his birthday on Sunday, June 22. "Mike was a devoted man who would do anything for his family," Bella Quartarone, who organized the fundraiser, wrote. "The kind of person who would give the shirt off his back without a second thought. He was deeply loved by everyone who knew him." My dear friend, #D190 Michael Quartarone he was a winner throughout all the ups & downs of life, and I will always admire hi…
Whippany Firefighter Injured In Training Exercise Sees Outpouring Of Support Whippany Firefighter Injured In Training Exercise Sees Outpouring Of Support
Whippany Firefighter Injured In Training Exercise Sees Outpouring Of Support The community is coming together to support Whippany firefighter Jim Danus after he was injured while taking part in a training drill in Hanover in May. Danus was injured during a routine drill while taking part in a training exercise on Tuesday, May 6, the Whippany Fire Department said. He remains hospitalized Morristown Medical Center and faces a lengthy rehabilitation.  A fundraiser has been set up to Danus' family, which includes his wife, Tracey and his children, Jacob, Jessica and Josh. As of Tuesday, July 8, more than $10,000 has been raised.  This is my childhood frie…
Freak Accident Leaves Baltimore Drummer Injured: 'The Mohawk Will Grow Back' Freak Accident Leaves Baltimore Drummer Injured: 'The Mohawk Will Grow Back'
Freak Accident Leaves Baltimore Drummer Injured: 'The Mohawk Will Grow Back' Baltimore’s "favorite shreddy mohawk-ed drumming bartender" is temporarily off their feet — but not off their game — after a brutal, freak accident left him hospitalized and out of work. Heath “Spicy Hellcat” Gorenflo, a beloved local staple behind the bar at Dutch Courage, was seriously injured on June 28 in an accident described by partner Amie Ward as “one of the most freak and metal AF” incidents imaginable. Following the accident, Gorenflo was left with a broken back, broken right foot, and a 10-inch gash across their head.  Heath "Spicy Hellcat" Gorenflo GoFundMe Despite th…
Avid Cornwall Photographer Injured In Head-On Crash, Now Fighting For Life Avid Cornwall Photographer Injured In Head-On Crash, Now Fighting For Life
Avid Cornwall Photographer Injured In Head-On Crash, Now Fighting For Life A tight-knit Orange County community is rallying behind a well-known local photographer and historian who was seriously injured in a head-on crash involving a suspected drunk driver.  Bob McCue of Cornwall was airlifted to Westchester Medical Center on Saturday, July 5, after being struck by another vehicle, according to a GoFundMe fundraiser launched by close friend Lori Noller. McCue required surgery for his injuries and now faces a long road to recovery.  "Bob is an avid photographer, train enthusiast, and historian, as well as a published author who can often be seen roaming C…
27-Year-Old Stafford Mom Battles Cancer, Says: ‘I’m Fighting For My Son’ 27-Year-Old Stafford Mom Battles Cancer, Says: ‘I’m Fighting For My Son’
27-Year-Old Stafford Mom Battles Cancer, Says: ‘I’m Fighting For My Son’ A young Virginia mom is fighting for her life after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of endometrial cancer, and her family is asking for help as she undergoes treatment and surgery, according to a fundraiser launched in her name. Cida Rivera, a 27-year-old mother from Stafford, has been diagnosed with aggressive endometrial carcinoma and is currently out of work as she undergoes medical treatment. Rivera is now in recovery from surgery, according to a family friend who told Daily Voice: “She had the surgery and is in the recovery period right now so I know she could use a little more …
'Young Man Full Of Promise': Paterson Teen Killed In Newark Shooting Mourned 'Young Man Full Of Promise': Paterson Teen Killed In Newark Shooting Mourned
'Young Man Full Of Promise': Paterson Teen Killed In Newark Shooting Mourned Brandyn "Stunna" Waters had his whole life ahead of him. But the 18-year-old Paterson resident's life was cut short when he was fatally shot in Newark on Monday, June 23.  At 11:40 p.m., Newark police responded to 367 6th Ave. and found five individuals struck by gunfire, a spokesperson for the Essex County Prosecutor's Office said. Waters sustained a gunshot wound to the chest and was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead, authorities said. Four men, 26, 24, and two 19-year-olds were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, authorities said. "Brandyn was s…