Bergen Democrats

It is with immense sadness that we inform you of the passing of Lyndhurst Township Commissioner Karen Haggerty. Karen had served the people of Lyndhurst as Township Commissioner since 2017 and worked for the State of New Jersey for over 30 years. Yet her service to Bergen County has been immeasurable.

Karen is survived by her sons, Paul and Nick; her daughter-in-law, Corrine; her cherished grandchildren, Paulie and Brielle; her brother-in-law, Brian; as well as her future daughter-in-law, Kelly, as well as her daughter Vivianne.

Friends and family will be received Thursday 4-8PM at the Ippolito-Stellato Funeral Home, 425 Ridge Road, Lyndhurst. (https://www.stellatofuneralhomes.com/obituaries/karen-haggerty)

We are deeply saddened to inform you of the passing of former Bergenfield Mayor Bob Rivas. Bob served the people of Bergenfield as Councilman from 1996 to 1998 and as Mayor from 1999 to 2003. Bob spent his career as a public interest attorney upholding his belief that the law should serve and protect the most vulnerable.

Bob’s lifelong dedication to public service has left a lasting impact. We thank him for his commitment to the people of Bergenfield and Bergen County.

A memorial service will be held 10:00am to 12:00pm on Saturday, May 2nd, at Bergenfield Borough Hall. (https://www.riewertsmemorialhome.com/obituaries/robert-rivas)

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of former Glen Rock Councilmember Teresa Gilbreath. Teresa served the people of Glen Rock for 6 years, championing initiatives that, among many other improvements to her community, expanded senior services and ensured critical public health resources were accessible to residents.

We thank Teresa for her extraordinary service to the people of Glen Rock and Bergen County.

Service information can be found here:

Obituary information for Teresa Mary Gibbons Gilbreath View Teresa Mary Gibbons Gilbreath's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Congressman Bill Pascrell is a nominee for Public Service in the New Jersey Hall of Fame this year. Congressman Pascrell was an inspiration to many and spent his career accruing an exemplary record of public service.

You can show your support for his induction into the NJ Hall of Fame by following this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/M8ZJ62R

There was a large crowd of support for Senator Cory Booker in Ramsey. Thank you to Chairman Paul Juliano and Ramsey council candidates, Angelo LaManna, Jennifer Crandall, & Rob Barry, for hosting.

Happy Easter to all those who celebrate!