Candle Category: Sorrow

Jill Wodnick lit two candles for mourning: First, for Harry Gerken, Jill’s father who passed away one year ago in May 2022. Second, for Joy Zoe Ellas. Jill shares, “Zoe was a cherished, smart and vibrant woman. I remember her with so much care and respect. We became immediate fast friends when I moved in...

We lit a candle for Marvin Thom, former work partner of our own Amanda Kuchta in her job with the Essex County Sheriff’s department. Marvin died by his own hand this week. Please pray for Marvin and his family, and for Amanda, in this difficult time.

We lit a candle for our own Aleona Russu. A mother and her 9-year-old daughter were brutally murdered on Wednesday. The 9-year-old girl was a student at the school where Aleona teaches. Please keep Aleona, the girl’s family, and the township of Roselle in your prayers in this tender time.

Erin lights this candle of sorrow for Camielle K. Pirrello. Erin shares, “Your passing on Friday, 3/25/23 was unexpected. May you be filled with inner peace and rest in comfort. You are so loved by your family; especially Emily. Her grief is all consuming; you were her Nonna & best friend; she’s so lost without...

Nick Lewis and Judie Rinearson lit a candle of sorrow and peace for Nick’s Aunt Lorraine Mahoney, who died on Tuesday after a brief struggle with illness. She is among the last of a generation and will be sorely missed. Hold Uncle Patrick especially in your hearts – he is in shock after losing his...