Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home

08/28/2026

Marco P Tenecela Celdo

Marco Paul Tenecela Celdo, 31, of Newark, New Jersey, passed away unexpectedly on August 25, 2026, at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey.

Family and friends are welcome to visit on Tuesday, September 1st from 4-8pm in Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street Elizabeth, NJ 07201.

Following funeral services in New Jersey, Marco will be returned to Ecuador, where he will be laid to rest at Cementerio San Miguel de Cojitambo in Azogues, Cañar, Ecuador.

Marco was born on June 4, 1995, in Canar, Azogues, Cojitambo, Ecuador. He was the beloved son of Miguel Reinaldo Tenecela Yascaribay and Rosa Matilde Celdo Tenezaca.

Marco was a hardworking and dedicated man who worked as a chef in the restaurant industry. He was known for his strong work ethic and devotion to his family and those around him.

He is survived by his loving family, including his parents, Miguel Reinaldo Tenecela Yascaribay and Rosa Matilde Celdo Tenezaca, and his sibling, Wilson Tenecela Celdo, along with other relatives and friends who will cherish his memory.

Marco will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

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Marco Paul Tenecela Celdo, de 31 años, de Newark, Nueva Jersey, falleció inesperadamente el 25 de agosto de 2026 en el University Hospital de Newark, Nueva Jersey.

Familiares y amigos están cordialmente invitados a acompañar a la familia el martes 1 de septiembre, de 4:00 p. m. a 8:00 p. m., en Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201.

Después de los servicios funerarios en Nueva Jersey, Marco será trasladado a Ecuador, donde recibirá sepultura en el Cementerio San Miguel de Cojitambo, en Azogues, Cañar, Ecuador.

Marco nació el 4 de junio de 1995 en Cañar, Azogues, Cojitambo, Ecuador. Fue el amado hijo de Miguel Reinaldo Tenecela Yascaribay y Rosa Matilde Celdo Tenezaca.

Marco fue un hombre trabajador y dedicado, que se desempeñó como chef en la industria de restaurantes. Era conocido por su fuerte ética de trabajo y por su gran dedicación a su familia y a las personas que lo rodeaban.

Le sobreviven sus queridos padres, Miguel Reinaldo Tenecela Yascaribay y Rosa Matilde Celdo Tenezaca, y su hermano Wilson Tenecela Celdo, además de otros familiares y amigos que siempre atesorarán su memoria.

Marco será profundamente extrañado y recordado con mucho amor por su familia, sus amigos y todos aquellos que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerlo.

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08/28/2026

No one tells you how quiet the house becomes.

Sometimes the hardest part of grief comes after everything else has slowed down. The visitors have gone home. The phone isn't ringing as often. Life around you begins returning to normal, but yours may still feel completely different.

Grief can show up in the smallest moments: an empty chair, a familiar song, a morning routine, or instinctively reaching for the phone to call someone who is no longer there.

And healing isn't linear.

A good day doesn't mean you've stopped grieving, and a difficult day doesn't mean you're moving backward. There is no timeline you need to follow and no single "right" way to miss someone you love.

Give yourself permission to take each day as it comes.

If your family is navigating grief, know that you don't have to do it alone. 🤍

08/27/2026

Carlos A. Cardona Alvarez

Carlos Andres Cardona Alvarez, 46, of Elizabeth, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026, at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey.

Carlos was born on June 20, 1980, in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. He was the beloved son of Oscar De Jesus Cardona Orozco and Olga Elena Alvarez Cardona.

Carlos was a dedicated and accomplished professional who earned his Bachelor’s degree and worked throughout his career as a Business Administrator. He was known for his dedication, strength, and commitment to those around him.

Carlos was the beloved husband of Ana Catalina Roldan Posada. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Carlos’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. May he rest in eternal peace.

Professional arrangements and private funeral services are under the care of Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street Elizabeth, NJ 07201

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08/26/2026

Brien Leonard

Brien Leonard, of Mountainside, New Jersey, passed away on August 26, 2026, at the age of 72.

He was born on August 7, 1954, and throughout his life made Mountainside his home. Brien will be remembered by those who knew him for the life he lived, the memories he created, and the connections he shared with family, friends, and members of his community.

Although words can never fully capture a person’s life, those who had the opportunity to know Brien will carry their own special memories of him forward. His presence will be missed, and his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those whose lives he touched.

Brien’s family and loved ones will remember him with affection and gratitude for the time they were able to share with him.

May he rest in eternal peace.

Professional arrangements are under the care and supervision of Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street Elizabeth, NJ 07201.

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08/26/2026

Maicol E. Metzler Chic

Maicol Eliezer Metzler Chic, 29, of Trenton, New Jersey, passed away on August 23, 2026, at Capital Health System at Fuld in Trenton.

Family and friends are welcome to visit on Monday, August 31st from 6-10pm in Iglesia Pentecostal Monte De Los Olivos, 697 Centre Street Trenton, NJ 08611.

Following funeral services in New Jersey, Maicol will be returned to Guatemala, where he will be laid to rest at Cementerio Aldea Casa Blanca in Totonicapán, Guatemala.

Maicol was born on June 8, 1997, in Totonicapán, Santa María, Chiquimula, Guatemala. He was the beloved son of Santo Pablo Tzunux Tzeb and Ofelia Chic Osorio.

Maicol was a hardworking and dedicated landscaping worker who took pride in his work and in providing for those around him. He will be remembered for his kind spirit, his strong work ethic, and the love he shared with his family and friends.

He is survived by his loving parents and extended family, who will forever cherish the memories they shared with him. He was also dearly loved by his aunt, Maria Cristina Tiu Osorio, and his many relatives and friends.

Professional arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street Elizabeth, NJ 07201.

May he rest in eternal peace and remain forever in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

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Maicol Eliezer Metzler Chic, de 29 años, de Trenton, Nueva Jersey, falleció el 23 de agosto de 2026 en Capital Health System at Fuld en Trenton.

Familiares y amigos están cordialmente invitados a acompañar a la familia el lunes 31 de agosto, de 6:00 p. m. a 10:00 p. m., en la Iglesia Pentecostal Monte de los Olivos, ubicada en 697 Centre Street, Trenton, NJ 08611.

Después de los servicios funerarios en Nueva Jersey, Maicol será trasladado a Guatemala, donde recibirá sepultura en el Cementerio Aldea Casa Blanca, en Totonicapán, Guatemala.

Maicol nació el 8 de junio de 1997 en Totonicapán, Santa María, Chiquimula, Guatemala. Fue el amado hijo de Santo Pablo Tzunux Tzeb y Ofelia Chic Osorio.

Maicol fue un trabajador de jardinería dedicado y esforzado, que se sentía orgulloso de su trabajo y de poder ayudar y proveer para quienes lo rodeaban. Será recordado por su espíritu bondadoso, su fuerte ética de trabajo y el amor que compartió con su familia y amigos.

Le sobreviven sus queridos padres y demás familiares, quienes atesorarán para siempre los recuerdos compartidos con él. También fue profundamente querido por su tía, Maria Cristina Tiu Osorio, así como por sus numerosos familiares y amigos.

Los servicios profesionales y arreglos funerarios han sido confiados a Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07201.

Que descanse en paz eterna y permanezca por siempre en los corazones de todos aquellos que lo conocieron y amaron.

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08/25/2026

Robert Ingandela

Robert Ingandela, 83, passed away on August 23, 2026. Born on April 6, 1943, Robert lived a long life rooted in New Jersey. Over the course of his 83 years, he experienced the many seasons of a life well lived and left behind memories that will remain with the people who had the opportunity to know him.

In his later years, Robert made his home at Adroit Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rahway, New Jersey. There, he was surrounded by caregivers and others who became part of his daily life and provided companionship, comfort, and support.

Robert will be remembered for the life he lived and the connections he made along the way. The passing of someone who has lived more than eight decades marks the closing of a chapter filled with countless moments, experiences, and memories. Those who knew Robert will each carry their own recollections of him and the ways in which he touched their lives.

As his life is remembered, may those who knew and cared for Robert find comfort in those memories and in knowing that his journey is now at peace. Robert will be laid to rest with dignity and respect. May he rest in eternal peace.

Professional arrangements are under the care and supervision of Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 E. Jersey Street Elizabeth, NJ 07201.

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08/24/2026

What legacy will you leave behind?

When we think about legacy, we often think about what we'll leave behind. But perhaps legacy is really about something much bigger.

It's the traditions we pass down.
The stories we tell.
The lessons we teach.
The values we live by.
The love we give to the people who matter most.

And sometimes, creating a meaningful legacy also means having conversations about what we want for the future. Not because we're expecting the worst, but because giving the people we love clarity can be one of the most thoughtful things we do for them.

It's never too early to start the discussion of a lifetime. When you're ready, we're here to listen, answer your questions, and help you begin the conversation.

Visit the Contact page on our website: https://www.lrbfh.com/contact

08/20/2026

Luis G Rodas Ramon

Luis Geovanny Rodas Ramon, 39, of Linden, New Jersey, passed away on August 12, 2026.

Funeral arrangements and International Repatriation to Ecuador are under the care and supervision of Las Rosas Bannworth Funeral Home, 1055 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Luis was born on June 2, 1987, in Milagro, Guayas, Ecuador, to Luis Gilberto Rodas Lema and Etelvina Pacifica Ramon Granda. He later made his home in Elizabeth, New Jersey, where he worked in the construction industry.

A hardworking man with deep roots in his native Ecuador, Luis built his life through dedication to his work and, most importantly, his family. He will be remembered by those who knew and loved him, and his memory will remain forever in the hearts of the family and friends he leaves behind.

Luis is survived by his beloved wife, Adriana Mariuxi Pineda Estupinan, as well as his parents, extended family members, and many friends in both the United States and Ecuador.

Luis will make his final journey home to Ecuador, where he will be laid to rest at Cementerio Municipal de Yantzaza in Yantzaza, Ecuador.

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08/19/2026

More than bilingual. We speak with understanding. 🤍

When a family is making funeral arrangements, there are already so many emotions and decisions to navigate. No one should also have to worry about finding the right words or wondering if they are being fully understood.

Our bilingual team proudly serves families in both English and Spanish, making sure questions are answered clearly, wishes are understood, and every family feels heard, respected, and cared for.

But speaking the same language is only part of what matters.

We take the time to understand your family's traditions, culture, values, and what makes your loved one's life unique. From the first phone call to the final farewell, we're here to communicate with compassion, clarity, and genuine understanding.

Because when emotions are high, every conversation matters.

🌹 At Las Rosas, every family is welcomed like family.

Meet our team and learn more about the people behind our compassionate care by visiting our Staff page through the link in our bio.

08/17/2026

When families come together to honor someone they love, parking shouldn't be another source of stress.

We're excited to share a recent refresh of our parking lot! One of the many ways we're continuing to improve the experience for the families we serve.

Both Las Rosas Bannworth in Elizabeth and Scarpa Las Rosas in North Plainfield offer ample onsite parking and handicap-accessible accommodations, making it easier for family and friends to arrive comfortably and spend their time where it matters most: together.

Especially in busy communities like Elizabeth, convenient parking can provide one less thing to think about during an already emotional day.

At Las Rosas, we believe compassionate care extends beyond the service itself. It's reflected in every thoughtful detail that helps families feel welcomed, supported, and at ease from the moment they arrive.

🌹 Learn more about our locations and the services we offer by visiting the link in our bio or our website.