Francis X. Hesketh
Francis X. Hesketh, 82, of Kearny, died June 16 at his home in the company of his loving family.
Prior to his retirement in 1996, Mr. Hesketh was employed as a special education teacher in the Montclair school system for 25 years, having received his master’s degree in special education from Jersey City State College. He was a member of the New Jersey Education Assn., and the Essex County Teacher’s Assn. In 2010, he was honored by St. Cecilia Parish’s Holy Name Society as their “Man of the Year.”
Frank’s commitment to his family, his Catholic faith and St. Cecilia Church was beyond measure. Frank was a member of the Parish Council, taught high school CCD and called Bingo every Friday night in the school auditorium for many years. He also participated in any volunteer effort when needed. Frank’s impact on us all is genuine and long-lasting.
No child could have hoped for a better father. He drove to every cheerleading competition and attended every play, concert and sports event that involved his children. As a teacher, Frank had a profound impact on his students, evidenced in the many letters he received and cherished over the years. Frank was passionate about history, art, literature and music.
He shared his interests with his family included many trips to concerts, museums and plays in Manhattan. Annual vacations in LBI or the Catskill Mountains were the highlight of the year for Frank and his family.
He was the most patient, loving and gentle father.
Frank and Carol married at the age of 20 and had four children by the age of 27. Without fail, Frank put his family first, working two jobs for the better part of his life, all while being a great dad and active in his community.
Life was not always easy for Frank, having lost both of his sons, Michael and Frankie. With faith, and grace, Frank rose above his losses, allowing treasured memories to outweigh his sorrow. Frank’s home was quiet, calm and filled with laughter and love, always.
Frank is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Carol Hesketh (nee Baillie,) his cherished children, Maureen Dean (Joseph), Theresa Halligan (John); his five grandchildren, Bridget and Kathleen Dean, Benjamin and Jack Halligan and Darcy Hesketh; and his brother, Jack Hesketh. He was predeceased by his beloved sons, Michael and Francis Jr.; and his brother Patrick.
The funeral from the Thiele-Reid Family Funeral Home, Kearny, was private.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Cecilia Church, Kearny, 120 Kearny Ave., Kearny N.J. 07032 or the charity of your choice. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.thiele-reid.com.
Alison Hakim
If you are reading this, it means that I have passed away from old age at 94 years-old.
I met my life-long partner, E. Robert Hakim, in London during WWII and after coming to America at 20 years old. I was made to feel at home by my husband’s family. In Kearny, we raised four wonderful children: Christine, Robert, Barbara and Thomas.
We enjoyed many trips to Belmar and Seneca Lake and so many picnics. We had such nice dogs along the way too, Skippy, Bo-Bo, Barney, Shamrock and Willie.
From my mother, I learned a passion for English gardening, as well as my love for birds and all nature, which totally engaged me and gave me joy my entire life. I was blessed with good health, being able to pick my own weeds until I was 90.
My husband, who passed away nine years before me, and I were lucky enough to travel a fair amount in our retirement years. I knew the joy of having grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a good daughter-in-law and sons-in-law as well.
Yes, I had my fair share of trials and tribulations along the way, but it all balanced out.
It was all good for me; I was a lucky woman. For this I thank the Creator of all things.
Tarcisio S. Nunes
Tarcisio S. Nunes died June 19, 2020.
He was 63.
Born in Portugal, he lived in Harrison before moving to Lyndhurst many years ago.
Private family visitation was with the Armitage & Wiggins Funeral Home, Kearny, and entombment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington.
Tarcisio was the husband of Vera (nee Lopes) and father of Tarcisio (Jennifer) and Alexander Nunes. He was the brother of Maria de Fatima Coelho, Maria Helena Riveiro, Rosa Laurinda Moura Silva Nunes, Maria Jose de Moura Silva Nunes and the late Alvaro de Moura Silva Nunes. He is also survived by his grandson George.
Please omit flowers. If you would like to make a memorial donation, please consider the Lyndhurst Emergency Squad.
