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Valerie F. Williams
Born in Princeton, NJ on Jan. 11, 1929
Departed on Nov. 6, 2006 and resided in South Orange, NJ.
Visitation: Saturday Nov. 18, 2006
Service: Saturday Nov. 18, 2006
Cemetery: Private
Valerie Frances Williams
Valerie came into the world on January 11, 1929, in Princeton, New Jersey, the only child of Manzo and Frances Follins. Her family moved to New York City where she attended P.S. 46, Herman Ritter Junior High School and Morris High School. She studied piano with Carman Shepard, but her desire was to learn the harp. Valerie also studied dance with Martha Graham at Bennington College. Valerie married
John Duncan and their union produced one son, John Manzo Duncan.
The stage called to Valerie and she joined the world famous Larry Steele’s “Smart Affairs” revue and was the “baby” of the line for many years. Valerie danced throughout the country on many stages including the Apollo Theater, Club Harlem, and the Dunes Hotel, and performed with many musical legends including Nat King Cole, Dinah Washington, and Cab Calloway. Valerie may well be the only person to have danced at both the Moulin Rouge in Paris and the Moulin Rouge in Las Vegas. Valerie also flirted with Hollywood, appearing briefly in “Raintree County” with Dame Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift.
Valerie retired from dancing in the late 1950s and went to Los Angeles, California where she was a talent agent for many musical acts, including The Four Tops. In Los Angeles, she met a popular vocalist with The Johnny Otis Band, named “Handsome” Mel Williams. They were married
and their union produced one child, Melvin Williams, Jr.
Juggling her roles as wife and mother, Valerie was a keen businesswoman who established the Tasty Hasty Catering Service. In the mid-1970s, she befriended karate legend Chuck Norris, her son’s karate instructor at the time, and the two came up with the idea of forming a professional sports league for karate fighters. That spark led to the creation of the National Karate League, and Valerie built teams of fighters in cities across the country including New York, Los Angeles, Detroit, and Fort Worth. Valerie was unique in the National Karate League as she was the only woman in its leadership. By the end of the 1970s, Valerie turned her attention to the world of fashion and became one of the top sales directors for Serena Fashions, a lingerie and loungewear company. Her sales unit, “The Valentines”, consisted of nearly 100 women. For Valerie, Serena was more than just a fashion company. It was a company founded by women, run by women, for women, and everyday for the next 15 years, she motivated hundreds of women and empowered them to feel good about themselves and fostered their success and financial independence.
Valerie returned to New Jersey in 1992. Although retired, she was heavily involved in civic affairs such as the South Orange Democrats, active in voter registration issues, and dedicated much of her time to being a peace advocate. Valerie believed in the power of love, friendship, and people. Wherever she was she reached out to help others: during her dancing days, she was also a social worker; before forming the National Karate League, she was a school teacher in Los Angeles; and when she moved to South Orange, she taught etiquette classes to young girls from Seton Hall University. She touched all who knew her, and everyone came away from her presence with a gift of love and an uplifted spirit.
On the morning of November 6, 2006, God gently called to Valerie, and she answered. Those left to celebrate her life and precious memories are devoted sons, John Duncan, and Melvin Williams, Jr. and his wife, Laura; six grandchildren – Julie, Nikki, Michael, Christina, Gina and Terrell; two great grandchildren – Ishmael and Jayla; several adopted sons, daughters, and grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends, all of whom will miss her deeply and remember her fondly.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Preston Funeral Home, 153 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, New Jersey.
James A. Cataldo
Born in Orange, NJ on Jul. 30, 1948
Departed on Apr. 10, 2016 and resided in Orange, NJ.
Visitation: Wednesday, Apr. 13, 2016 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Funeral Mass: Thursday, Apr. 14, 2016 10:00 am
Cemetery: Private
James A. Cataldo, 67, of Orange, died on Sunday, April 10, 2016 in St. Barnabas Hospital.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Rose of Lima Church, 50 Short Hills Ave, Short Hills, on Thur, April 14th at 10 AM. Interment
Private. Visitation will be held at The Jacob A. Holle Funeral Home, 2122 Millburn Ave, Maplewood, on Wednesday, 6:30-9:00 PM. The family will be saying the Rosary at the funeral home on Wed. from 6:00-6:30 PM. All are invited to attend. For more information or to send condolences please visit: jacobhollefuneralhome.com
Born in Orange, NJ, James was a resident of Orange and New York City. He graduated from Seton Hall Prep. He was owner of CATCON Construction Co in Orange from 1976-1989 and then owner of Spartan Sales, a construction supply company in Hillside, from 1989-2006.
He was the beloved husband of Julia McConnell, devoted son of Helen Cullen Cataldo and the late Anthony Cataldo, brother of Louis Cataldo and the late Lynda Cataldo.
In lieu of flowers donations to Church of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 103 S. Center St., Orange, NJ 07050 would be appreciated.
Dr. Richard D. Howland
Born in Queens, NY on Oct. 19, 1942
Departed on Apr. 8, 2016 and resided in South Orange, NJ.
Visitation: Thursday, Apr. 14, 2016 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Memorial Service: Friday, Apr. 15, 2016 2:00 pm
Cemetery: Private
Richard D. Howland Ph.D., 73 of South Orange died Friday, April 8, 2016 in St. Barnabas Hospital, Livingston.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Morrow Memorial Methodist Church, 600 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood on Friday, April 15th at 2:00 PM. Interment
will be private. Visitation will be held at Preston Funeral Home, 153 South Orange Ave, South Orange on Thursday, 4:00 - 8:00 PM.
Born in Queens, NY, Dr. Howland lived in South Orange for over 40 years. He was a Professor of Pharmacology at University of Medicine and Dentistry in Newark. Dr. Howland was a loved and respected member of the faculty, and a wonderful teacher. He dedicated most of his career to educating future doctors, dental professionals and graduate students working in the biomedical sciences, and led the medical school pharmacology course for 30 years. Through these activities alone, he has touched the lives of thousands of students, and hence millions of people. He carried out research that was funded by the National Institutes of Health to investigate the toxicology of widely used chemicals that affect the peripheral nervous system. He earned a B.S at Drew University and a Ph.D. in Pharmacolgy at Univ of California San Francisco. Richard was a dedicated kayaker and amateur photographer, who traveled the country to explore both passions.
He was the beloved husband of late Merry Bowers Howland; devoted father of David and his companion Tara; Keir Livingston and her wife Erin; Christopher; Matthew and his wife Sarah; Adam; Ian and Mark Howland, loving grandfather of Steven, Conor and Thaddeus. Richard was a 25 year friend of Bill W.
In lieu of flowers donations to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave, 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851 would be appreciated.
William D. Ferguson
Born in Kingston, NY on Jan. 4, 1938
Departed on Mar. 31, 2016 and resided in Short Hills, NJ.
Family Gathering: Saturday, Apr. 23, 2016 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Memorial Mass: Saturday, Apr. 23, 2016 11:15 am
Cemetery: Private
William D. (Bill) Ferguson, Jr., 78 of Short Hills, NJ passed away at home on March 31, 2016.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:15 am on Saturday, April 23 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Short Hills.
Mr. Ferguson was born in Kingston, NY. He graduated from Fenwick High School, Oak Park, IL in 1955 and from The College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA with a B.A. in Political Science in 1959. He then served 2 years in the Navy stationed in Yokosuka, Japan, until 1961. He married
his wife of 52 years, Christine, in 1963. Bill was a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Advisors in Short Hills, and previously with Prudential Securities and E.F. Hutton for 50 years. He began his career as a sales representative for Republic Steel. He has lived in Short Hills for the past 47 years.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife Christine, children Will (wife Claudia) and Mary (husband Colin), grandchildren Henry, Peter, William, Joseph, Evey and his brother John Ferguson (wife Terry).
In lieu of flowers, donations to Millburn-Short Hills First Aid Squad, 188 Glen Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041 would be appreciated.
Arrangements by The Jacob A. Holle Funeral Home, Maplewood.
William Feest
Born in Waterbury, CT on Jul. 5, 1935
Departed on Apr. 6, 2016 and resided in Jersey City, NJ.
Gathering: Friday, Apr. 8, 2016 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm
Service: Friday, Apr. 8, 2016 1:00 pm
Cemetery: Beth Israel Cemetery
The family will be sitting shiva at the residence of Susan and William Feest, 33 Hudson Street, Apt 2305 East, Jersey City, NJ on
Friday 4:30 - 8:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday 11:00 AM- 8:00 PM
Monday 11:00 AM- 8:00 PM
Wilbert D. Jenkins
Born in Meadville, PA on Sep. 8, 1937
Departed on Nov. 1, 2010 and resided in South Orange, NJ.
Visitation: Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010
Service: Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010
Cemetery: Private
Juanita Stanfield
Born in Montclair, NJ on Sep. 6, 1956
Departed on Oct. 29, 2010 and resided in Hillside, NJ.
Graveside Service: Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010
Cemetery: Evergreen Cemetery
Carol Panarotto
Born in Englewood, NJ on Feb. 11, 1952
Departed on Oct. 29, 2010 and resided in Orange, NJ.
Graveside Service: Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010
Cemetery: St. Joseph's Cemetery
Filomena M. Cappaze
Born in Newark, NJ on Nov. 17, 1919
Departed on Nov. 6, 2010 and resided in South Orange, NJ.
Visitation: Monday, Nov. 8, 2010
Funeral Mass: Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010
Cemetery: Hollywood Memorial Park
Filomena M. (Phyllis or Fil) Cappaze (nee cosentino) died peacefully in her home on Saturday, November 6, 2010, she was 90 years "young".
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 217 Prospect St., South Orange on Tues, Nov 9th at 9:30 AM. Interment
Hollywood Memorial Park, Union. Visitation will be held at Preston Funeral Home 153 South Orange Ave, South Orange on Monday 4:00- 8:00 PM. .
Originally from the North Ward of Newark, Fil was a 65 year resident of South Orange. She spent 15 years as a crossing guard at Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) School and was a faithful OLS parishioner and member of the OLS Rosary Society. Fil will be remembered for her warm soul and kind heart as well as for her loving spirit. She was an independent, resilient woman whose strength was an inspiring virtue. Fil was happiest when her loved ones were gathered around her enjoying her delicious macaroni dinners. Whether you were a family member, close friend or new acquaintance, there was always room for you at her table. Fil was the quintessential homemaker.
Fil is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 67 years, Frank P. Cappaze, their children Anthony F. Cappaze and his wife Faye, Carol A. McKenna and her husband Joseph and Linda S. Cappaze as well as three grandchildren, Joyce (Joy) A. Cappaze, Brian J. and Alysa N. McKenna, and two great grandchildren Brittany F. Coughlin and Shannon H. Coughlin as well as Bella, a loyal and faithful pet always as Fil's feet. Fil is also survived by her sister Dolores Monahan (nee Cosentino) as well as more than five dozen nieces and nephews. She was sister of the late Domenic and Sam Sposato, Joseph, Anthony, Salvatore, Michael and Louis Cosentino and Louise Agoglia (nee Cosentino). Fil was an incredible person with a beautiful soul. She left a lasting impression in the minds and hearts of all who knew her. Her smile and zest for life will be missed always.
In lieu of flowers donations to the South Orange Rescue Squad, 4 Third Street, South Orange, NJ 07079 would be appreciated.
