Obituaries

Ann Tickner Jankowski passed away peacefully at her home in Fair Haven, surrounded by loved ones, on April 19, 2026. Ann lived a fulfilling life, spending quality time with family and friends, traveling the world, going to the beach, listening to music, attending concerts, visiting museums, collecting antiques and advertising pieces, hiking, and relaxing with her many cats over the years. She is remembered for her compassion, intellect, tenacity, optimism, kind smile, and warm embraces.

Alexander (Sandy) Van Rensselaer Halsey passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on March 5, 2026 in Bluffton, SC, surrounded by his children and devoted caregiver, Lisa. 

He was born on June 24, 1930 in New York City to Charles Day Halsey and Helen Pendergast Halsey, longtime residents of Rumson. 

Carl P. Goosch, age 66, passed away on April 7, 2026. Carl was the son of the late Ernest P. Goosch and the late Margaret M. (Smith) Goosch. Carl was raised in Fair Haven, NJ and graduated in 1977 from Red Bank Regional High School.

Julia H. Flynn “Judy”, beloved wife, sister, mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on February 26^th, 2026 at the age of 82.  She is survived by her son Michael and his wife Danielle, her daughter Julie and her husband Nigel, five grandchildren, Brendan, Colin, Aoife, Imogen and Maeve and her sister Mary Moore.  Judy is predeceased by her husband Brendan whom she was married to for 57 years. 

Born on October 21, 1943, in Red Bank, NJ, to Michael Hanrahan and Julia (Walsh) Hanrahan, Judy graduated from St. Michael's School of Nursing. Judy worked an array of nursing jobs from the Mt. Sinai maternity ward and a pediatrician’s office in her early career to Brockway Glass, Marlboro Rehab Facility and culminating in a long career as a visiting nurse for VNA and Meridian.   Judy was a dedicated nurse who had such a welcoming bedside manner.  In the height of the AIDS epidemic Judy had several HIV patients.  She never saw the disease but just a patient needing compassion and warmth and she cared for them until their end.  Judy also regularly went to neighborhoods that others deemed unsafe – but armed with a trunk filled with dog treats and candy – the residents became enamored with her and everyone knew 'Nurse Judy'. Towards the end of her life her granddaughters asked when she knew she wanted to be a nurse – Judy replied “7 or 8 years old.  I have always loved taking care of people.”

Robert Gerald Horsman passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 7^th at his home in Shrewsbury. He was 91. Born on November 16, 1934, in Long Branch, New Jersey, Bob was the son of William and Geraldine Horsman. He graduated from Long Branch High School in 1953.

Bob fit many lifetimes into his one remarkable life. He began his career in road construction, where he worked for 21 years. He later embarked on a new venture in the restaurant industry in 1973, owning and operating several beloved local establishments: The Pour House (now owned and operated by his dear friend Gary Schoelkopf), Main Street USA, The Sitting Duck, and The Grist Mill. He remained at the helm of these restaurants until 1994.

Ronald Lawrence Lotozo, 84, of Little Silver, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026.

Ron was the only son of Ronald and Eleanor Lotozo (née Lawrence). He was the beloved husband of Dale Lotozo (née Forrest) and a devoted father to Lori, Todd, David, and the late Greg. He was a cherished grandfather to Jayne and Jessica (Morgan), and was predeceased by his grandchildren Lee and Jaclyn. He was also a loving great-grandfather to Andrew, Amelia, Benjamin, Ellie, and August. He is survived by his sisters-in-law, Nancy and Marilyn, and was a caring uncle to their children. Ron is now reunited with his beloved companion, his best pal, Buddy. 

Nancy Stanley Gulick, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at her residence in Little Silver, New Jersey. She was 80 years old. Born on December 14, 1945 in Long Branch, New Jersey.  Nancy was the cherished daughter of the late Edwin R. Stanley and Ella Toner.

Ruth A. Blaser of Fair Haven, New Jersey passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on December 12, 1937, in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Ruth M. (Ohlson) and Leo A. Hauser, she was the eldest of Ruth’s and Leo’s five children. She spent her early years in Elizabeth and was active as a Rainbow Girl under the Order of the Eastern Star and as a Girl Scout.  Ruth was a proud graduate of Battin High School, Elizabeth where she earned various achievement awards and was a member of the cheerleading squad.  She was a consummate learner and, among other high school accomplishments, mastered typing which served her well later in life, especially with the advent of word processors.

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.