Donnelly, Francis J. It is with great sadness that the Donnelly family regrets to announce the passing of Francis J, Donnelly. Francis was a longtime resident of West Milford, having arrived in 1964 with family in tow. Francis joined the Air Force out of high school and worked for military intelligence during the Korean War. He later married Nancy Donnelly, with whom he raised two children, James and Daniel. Francis and Nancy would later divorce after their children grew to adulthood. However, he continued to care for his youngest son after an auto accident resulted in Daniel becoming a victim of head trauma. The two lived for many years together until Daniel finally succumbed to his injuries. Francis served the community well, having been a member of the West Milford First Aid Squad for nearly 15 years. He was a fiercely bright and inquisitive man, pursuing a broad range of hobbies including but not limited to scuba diving, fishing, hunting, mineral collecting, fossil collecting, mussel loading rifle building, archery and more. An avid reader, in later years he developed interests in eastern and new age philosophies, practice tai chi and spent thousands of hours exploring various forms of meditation. He practiced dowsing, Silva Mind Control and learned numerous healing modalities. This is all to say he lived his life to the fullest. A kind, gentle and loving father, Francis is survived by his oldest son, James. He will be sorely missed. Visitation will be at Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480 on Sunday, May 15 from 2-6 PM. Private disposition.

Gamble, James Henry Sr., 91, of Hewitt, NJ on Wednesday, May 4, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Elaine Lowry Gamble and a resident of Hewitt for 51 years moving here from Lodi, NJ. A Marine veteran of the Korean War, he was a member of the West Milford American Legion and employed by New York Port Authority as a machine repairman. Surviving are one son, James Jr. of Jacksonville, North Carolina, two daughters, Kathleen Bolt (husband, James) of Swansboro, North Carolina and Elizabeth Fredrick of Hewitt, NJ. Also surviving is a sister, Elizabeth Catranbone of FL and 8 grandchildren Terry Blythe and wife, Kristen, Kelsey, Kyleigh and Karson Bolt, Samantha Blythe Anthony , Victor and James Gamble and great grandchildren Raelyn, Willow and Josephine Blythe , Gabbie and Adyan Gamble. Predeceased by a son, Edward Michael GamMay 2022ble. Visitation on Wednesday, May 11 at Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ 07480 from 5 – 8 PM. Funeral service on Thursday, May 12 at 10:30 AM. Burial will follow at Cedar Heights Cemetery, West Milford, NJ.

Lembo, Joseph J., 62, of East Hanover, NJ, passed away May 11, 2022.  He grew up in Fair Lawn, NJ. He was predeceased by his late parents, Timothy and Marie (Rubertone) Lembo. Survived by his daughter Jackie Brown of West Milford, son Joseph Lembo Jr., of East Hanover, his brother Timothy Lembo and wife Claire, sisters Margie Waldrum, Betty Ann Lembo and Christina Kirk, one grandchild Wesley Brown and many nieces and nephews. He worked a long successful career as a Senior IT Manager. He was an avid golfer who loved playing music with his family and friends. He was so loved and touched many lives. Visitation Wednesday May 18, 3-7 pm at Richards Funeral Home 1440 Union Valley Road, West Milford. Memorial Mass Thursday 11 AM at St. Joseph's Church, 454 Germantown Road, West Milford.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.

Monahan, Peter T., 71, of Bloomingdale passed away May 14, 2022. Peter was a self employed master plumber. He was influential in organizing the Bloomingdale Crime Watch, enjoyed boating, fishing, camping, his dogs and playing the drums. Beloved husband of fifty years to Laurie (Neil) Monahan. Loving father of Peter Monahan and his wife Kristen, and grandfather of Cara , Brendan and Eliana. Memorial visitation Saturday May 21, 1-4 pm at Richards Funeral Home, 4 Newark-Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale, NJ 07457.

Struble, Sharra L., (Chapman) 66, passed away May, 15, 2022. Born in Wilkes Barre, PA to Eleanor May (Moor) and the late Ernest Chapman she resided in West Milford, NJ prior to moving to White Mills. PA seventeen years ago. Sharra was a customer service attendant for Wal Mart in Honesdale, PA prior to retiring. She was past president of Apshawa Fire Department Auxiliary in West Milford, and she enjoyed fishing and spending time with her family. Beloved mother of Christopher Struble of Haskell, Vincent Struble of West Milford, her partner Bill Rhinesmith.of White Mills, PA. Also survived by her brothers Ernie Chapman, Daniel Chapman and her sister Kathleen Mais. Grandmother of Emily, Ethan and Connor., and a stepdaughter Linda Bacchiocchi, as well as many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband Stephen R. Struble, her son Robert S. Struble, and daughter Sharra K. Struble. She was also predeceased by her mother and father in laws, Grace T. and Robert P. Struble. Memorial visiting hours Wednesday May 25, 2-5 pm at Richards Funeral Home, 1440 Union Valley Road West Milford. A funeral service with Sister Janet will be held at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to use the Venmo app on your phone to send donations to user name @Michael-Spiess