Mulligan Funeral Home

03/18/2026

Charles J. Bubenas, Jr. lifelong resident of East Newark, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 6th, 2026. He was 63 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, March 20th, 2026 at 10:15am. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Kearny at 11:00am. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington, NJ. Family and friends of Charles are invited to attend his visitation on Friday morning from 8:30am to 10:15 am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Charles, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born in Belleville and raised in East Newark. Charles worked at Verizon in Madison and thereafter spent many years working at Stop & Shop in Lyndhurst.

Charles was a devout Catholic who had a deep love for animals. He will be remembered as a devoted son, brother and uncle who cared deeply for his family.

He was a railway enthusiast and an avid fan of Clint Eastwood movies and chocolate. Some of his hobbies included collecting model trains, photography, gardening, and cars. He also enjoyed driving and spending time with pets, family, and friends.

He is survived by his beloved niece, Victoria Alzza, nephew, John Charles Alzza, and his brother-in-law, Juan J. Alzza.

Charles was predeceased by his parents, Charles and Elizabeth Bubenas sister, Cynthia A. Alzza, and cousin, Anna Kasparitis.

03/07/2026

Kathleen Buehler of Wharton, NJ, formerly of Harrison, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 2nd, 2026. She was 90 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 9:15am. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Harrison at 10:00am. Her Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Kathleen and her family are invited to attend her visitation on Thursday, March 12, 2026 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm and Friday morning after 9:00am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Kathleen, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born and raised in Newark in Pennington Court Kathleen later made Wharton her home, where she lived for the past 20 years. She had lived in Harrison for many years prior to that. She worked for many years as a dedicated Waitress at the Zig Zag Restaurant, where she was known for her friendly service to everyone.

Predeceased by her husband, Alfred J. Buehler (2005) Kathleen is survived by her three loving children, Jackie Oeckel (Fred), Janet Vidreiro and John Pearn, eight cherished grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her dear sister Maureen Gomez, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her sister, Agnes Marquetti and brothers, Patrick and James O’Connor.

03/06/2026

Vincent L. Franco, a lifelong resident of Harrison, NJ entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026. He was 88 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 9:15 am. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Church, Harrison at 10:00 am. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Vincent and his family are invited to attend his visitation on Sunday, March 8, 2026 from 2:00pm to 7:00pm and Monday morning after 8:45am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Vincent, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born in Newark and raised in Harrison, Vincent dedicated his life to education and to the students of his community. He began his career as a History School Teacher in the Harrison School District, where he went on to serve as Principal of Washington Middle School. Vincent also served as a Curriculum Coordinator, worked for the Harrison Adult ESL Night School, and was an active member of the Harrison Board of Education. In the past, he was also a proud member of The Optimist Club of Harrison and the New Jersey Education Association.

He earned his Undergraduate Degree and Masters of Education Degree from Montclair State Teachers College in Upper Montclair, NJ. In addition, he was a professional accordion player and teacher for 35 years, and was best known for his humor, joke telling and words of wisdom. He had an appreciation for his ‘home away from home’, Point Pleasant Beach, and he took pride as Winemaker of the ‘Franco wine’.

Predeceased by his wife, Josephine (2000) Vincent is survived by his loving son, Lance and his wife, Ana, his cherished grandchildren, Joseph, Lucas, Chase, Bella Franco and Amy Reynolds, his dear nephews, Richard (Elizabeth), Michael(Kathie) and Kevin (Natalya) Sullivan. He is also survived by many great nieces and nephews.

Vincent was predeceased by his sister Theresa Sullivan and hisparents, Michael and Grace Franco.

03/01/2026

John W. Enright Sr. of North Arlington, NJ entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. He was 71 years old.

A funeral service will be held at the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, March 6th, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Friends and relatives of John and his family are invited to attend his visitation on Friday, March 6th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Born in Jersey City, John was raised in Harrison where he played football and basketball. He would go on to coach football. Known by many as Mr. E. His door was always open to any of his children’s friends and where many came to eat lunch or have Saturday breakfast before a football game. His open door policy didn’t end when his children finished school it continued to his annual Fourth of July parties that will always bring up funny memories.
John was known for more than just his beautiful blue eyes and infatuating smile. He was the guy who was ready to bust anyone’s balls. No one was safe from his jokes. He was always willing to go out for a drink especially on Fridays. He would call them Good Fridays. He could talk your ear off about sports and make you have a good belly laugh. He loved to golf and fish with his buddies.
John was an amazing friend, loving husband, beloved uncle, great brother, and the world’s best grandfather.
John will be beating his son, John W. Enright Jr., in golf and playing Yahtzee with his daughter, Carol L. Enright in eternal peace.
He is predeceased by his extremely missed children, John W. Enright Jr. and Carol L. Enright, his parents, Marion and David Martin, his brothers, Raymond and Francis Enright; and his beloved Sister in Laws, Mary Ann Enright and Georgia Enright.
He is survived by his beautiful wife, Leonor Hernandez; loving step children, Radhames (Eileen Cuadra) and Xiomara Hernandez (Matt Popowicz);sweet granddaughter, Maya Moccia ; the apple of his eye his granddaughter, Sarenna Naomi Enright; the only person to ever beat him in horse his amazing niece, Laurie Ann Enright; and dear brother and sister, Dennis Enright Sr. and Donna Martin.

John was loved by many and his presence will be missed. Every room he is no longer in will be a little less bright and the sounds of laughter will be fewer.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of John, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

02/25/2026

Thomas W. Kowalik of Harrison, NJ entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. He was 83 years old.

Private funeral services are under the direction of Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029

Born in Jersey City, he was a lifelong resident of Harrison. Thomas proudly served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Army. Following his military service, he worked as a Chef at Novotel Hotel in Lyndhurst, NJ for many years.

He is survived by his dear brother, Ronald, along with extended family.
He was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Jean Kowalik.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Thomas, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

02/16/2026

Hsiang-Ling Chu, a woman of boundless warmth and unwavering optimism, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026. Hsiang-Ling, 76, lived a life defined by her deep devotion to her family and her remarkable ability to find beauty in every moment.

Hsiang-Ling’s greatest joy was found in her partnership with her beloved husband, Roung-Chen. Together, they built a foundation of love that extended through generations. She was a guiding light to her children - Shelley and her husband Robert, Jenn and her husband Chris, Henry and his wife Leysan.

As a grandmother, she poured her heart into her seven grandchildren—Amber, Jillian, Leah, Cameron, Julianna, Isabelle, and Arielle—leaving each of them with cherished memories.

To know Hsiang-Ling was to know true generosity. She navigated life with a rare, infectious optimism that could brighten the darkest room. Whether through a helping hand, a comforting word, or her signature grace, she made the world softer and kinder for everyone who crossed her path.

Her spirit lives on in the laughter of her grandchildren and the enduring values of compassion and resilience she instilled in her family.

Hsiang-Ling will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love will remain an eternal bloom in the hearts of those who knew her.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation at https://www.helpfightra.org/donations/ in memory of Hsiang-Ling Chu.

02/07/2026

Joan Cosman of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Harrison, NJ entered into eternal rest at home on Sunday, February 1st, 2026. She was 91 years old.

A funeral service will be held at the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland
Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 at Noon. Friends and relatives of Joan and her family may visit on Tuesday, February 10th from 10:00am to Noon. Her entombment will follow in Holy Cross Chapel Mausoleum, North Arlington.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Joan, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Joan was born and raised in Harrison, and relocated to Florida in 1995, where she resided in St. Petersburg for the past 30 years.

Joan was a devoted parishioner of St. Cecilia’s Church, Kearny when she lived locally.

She is survived by her beloved sons Brian (Mirka), Kevin (Sharon), Derrick (Jennie), and Shawn (Gina) Cosman, her dear brother, John Wolenski, her cherished grandchildren, Michael, Andrew, and Bryan, and her sister in laws, Loretta and Barbara Wolenski.

She was predeceased by her husband Robert A. Cosman, her grandson, Kelly Cosman, and her brothers, Robert and Raymond Wolenski.

02/06/2026

Jan Zmuda of Kearny, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026. He was 86 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 9:00am. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison at 10:00am. His Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Jan and his family may visit the funeral home on Friday, February 6th, 2026 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm and Saturday morning after 8:30am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Jan, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

Born in Partynia, Poland Jan later moved to New Jersey in 1993 with his wife and two youngest children and eventually settled in Kearny. He worked as a Tool and Die Mechanic for United Die Company, Kearny for many years where he retired from in 2019. He greatly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and he was an avid reader. He was a Parishioner of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Harrison, NJ for many years.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Maria Zmuda, loving children, Stanislaw (Bronislawa), Jozef (Marta), Dorota Kilian (Wieslaw), Bogdan (Bozena), Pawel (Joanna) and Marzena Zmuda Dudek (Daniel), his 19 cherished grandchildren, 19 dear great-grandchildren and siblings, Marian and Kazimierz Zmuda. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers and a sister.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 115 South Third Street, Harrison, NJ 07029 or in care of the funeral home in loving memory of Jan.

02/03/2026

Susan Scott of Belleville, entered into eternal rest on Friday, January
30 th , 2026.

She was 64 years old.A Memorial Gathering will be held at the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029 on Saturday, February 7 th , 2026 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.

Susan was born in Orange and raised in Bloomfield before making
Belleville her permanent home in 1982. It was there she met Steven
Scott, and the two were married in 1994.

Susan enjoyed music and had a deep love for animals, especially cats.

Susan loved spending time at the park, especially in the Autumn and Springtime to enjoy the scenery. She enjoyed going out for tea and coffee with her daughter. She was also fond of the beach and reveled in the beauty of the ocean. Collecting sea shells and crystals also brought her immense joy. Susan took great pleasure in listening to music, especially by her favorite artist, Stevie Nicks. Journaling and coloring were also a few pastimes that brought her happiness.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Steven Scott, and her beloved daughter, Stephanie Scott. Susan is also survived by her brother-in-law, Andrew, dear sisters in law, Carolyn, Ann Marie, Barbara, and Rene; and her cherished nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her mother Norma, her uncles Tommy and
Bernie, and her brother, Carl Langemeier.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Susan, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, feel free to make a donation to American Lung
Association Donation Processing Center PO Box 70360 Philadelphia, PA
19176 in loving memory of Susan

01/23/2026

Diane Hicks of Kearny, NJ entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 18, 2026. She was 49 years old.

Private funeral services are under the direction of Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison, on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at Noon.

Born in Newark, NJ, Diane was raised in Harrison before making her home in Kearny, where she lived for the last 38 years. She was a worked as a lunch aide at Garfield Elementary School in Kearny where she was known for her kindness and genuine care for the children she served.

She also volunteered her time at Saint Cecilia’s Church food pantry for many years.

Diane is survived by her dear siblings, Roseann Ferares and her husband, Peter, and James Hicks and his wife Diane; her stepfather, Richard Mascola and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her brother, Norman Hicks, and her mother, Catherine Mascola.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Diane, please visit at www.mulliganfh.com.

01/19/2026

Emmaria A. Galliano of Harrison, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 15th, 2026. She was 71 years old.

The funeral will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue Harrison, NJ 07029 on Friday, January 23, 2026. A funeral mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison at 11:00am. Her Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. Friends and relatives of Emmaria and her family may visit on Thursday, January 22nd from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. There will be no services at the funeral home on Friday morning, so all are invited to attend the funeral mass at 11:00am.

If you would like to send the family a condolence message or share a fond memory of Emmaria, please visit www.mulliganfh.com

Emmaria was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York before moving to Harrison, where she lived for more than 60 years. She worked at the Prudential Life Insurance Company of America in Newark for many years.

A devoted parishioner of Holy Cross Church, she was President of the Rosary Altar Society, served as a Eucharistic Minister and Lector in the parish, and led the Bible Study Class. Previously, she had been President of the Parish Council of Holy Cross Church for many years and an active member of the Holy Cross Choir.

Emmaria is survived by her loving brother, Michael J. Galliano, her cherished aunts, Anna Gallichio and Louise Marino, and her extended family, the Centeno's.

She was predeceased by her parents Dominick and Agnes Galliano, her brother and sister in law Dominick, Jr. and Gail Galliano and her nephew, Christopher.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Holy Cross Church in Harrison in care of the funeral home in loving memory of Emmaria.

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01/14/2026

Catherine A. Mascola, of Harrison, entered eternal rest on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville. She was 83 years old.

Funeral services will be conducted from the Mulligan Funeral Home, 331 Cleveland Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029, on Friday, January 16, 2026, at 10:15 a.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Harrison, at 11:00 a.m. Friends and relatives are invited to visit on Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow the Funeral Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington.

Born in Jersey City and raised in Harrison, Catherine was a lifelong resident of Harrison for the past 23 years. She worked for many years as a merchandiser for American Greetings. Catherine was a member of the Harrison–East Newark Elks, the Moose Lodge of Harrison, and a lifelong parishioner of Holy Cross Church in Harrison. In her leisure time, she enjoyed reading James Patterson novels and doing puzzles.

Catherine is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Mascola; her loving children and stepchildren, James Hicks and his wife, Diane, Roseann Ferares and her husband, Peter, Diane Hicks, Rocco Mascola, and Andrea Jordan; and her cherished grandchildren, Michelle, Christine, Peter Jr., Brandy, Ryan, Jessie, Kayla, and Autumn. She was also blessed with 10 precious great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her son, Norman Hicks, and her stepdaughter, Kelly Adams.

A devoted parishioner of Holy Cross Church, Catherine’s faith remained a constant throughout her life. May she rest in eternal peace.

Those wishing to send condolences or share a fond memory of Catherine may do so by visiting www.mulliganfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Catherine’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105 https://www.stjude.org/ in loving memory of Catherine.