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We remember the architects, colleagues, and friends who were part of our AIA New Jersey community. Their work, professionalism, and commitment to the field contributed meaningfully to the built environment and to the strength of our profession. We honor their contributions and the lasting impact they leave behind.

Andrew Paul Burian, AIA

Born: December 18, 1978Died: April 10, 2025
We Regret To Inform You of the Passing of Andrew Paul Burian A past member of the American Institute of Architects and colleague of many here in New Jersey has passed away unexpectedly. Andrew Paul Burian was a Project Architect at Farewell Mills Gatch Architects, an Associate at Mills +...
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Ronald D. Franke, AIA

Born: August 28, 1940Died: November 16, 2024Section: West Jersey
AIA West Jersey Loses a Past President…Ronald David Franke, AIA, Obituary Ronald D. Franke, AIA, of Medford, NJ, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the age of 84, surrounded by the love of his family.  Ron is survived by his beloved wife Sandra (nee Eibye), two stepdaughters...
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James A. Gatsch, FAIA

Died: July 21, 2024Section: Central New Jersey
Remembering our Past President James A. Gatsch, FAIA We are sorry to share the news of the passing of our 1997 AIA NJ President, 1996-98 Regional Director and 1990 President of AIA Central New Jersey, James A. Gatsch, FAIA.  Jim was a very devoted member of AIA, rising to AIA...
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Jim DelGrosso, AIA

Born: December 6, 1949Died: June 16, 2024Section: West Jersey
Jim DelGrosso AIANJ is sad to note the passing of Jim DelGrosso, AIANJ member and Past President of AIAWJ in 2013. See the obituary below: R. James Del Grosso (“Jim”) passed away peacefully on June 16, 2024 at his home in Cape May, NJ after a courageous fight with cancer....
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Tylman R. Moon, AIA

Died: February 18, 2024Section: Central New Jersey
On the Passing of Tylman R. Moon, AIA Navy veteran, architect and business owner, beloved family man Tylman (Tim) Redfield Moon of Seneca, South Carolina, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024, while under the care of hospice at the Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home in Anderson, SC. Tim is...
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Rebeca Ruiz-Ulloa, AIA

Born: May 13th,1961Died: February 26, 2021Section: Newark Suburban
AIA New Jersey Regrettably Announces The Passing of AIA Newark & Suburban Member Rebeca Ruiz-Ulloa, AIA   Rebeca Ruiz-Ulloa was born on May 13th,1961 in Ciego de Avila, Cuba. She migrated to the United States with her parents, René and Osaida Ruiz, and her sister, Cristina, in 1968. She first...
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Daniel Rew, AIA

Born: September 6, 1960Died: October 12, 2020
Daniel Bernard Rew, AIA Dan Rew In Memoriam September 06, 1960 – October 12, 20   Daniel B. Rew, 60, died peacefully at home with his family in Bay Head, NJ on October 12, 2020.  He spent the last year with family and friends, painting, baking, and walking in between...
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Philetus H. Holt III, AIA

Died: June 22, 2019
In Memoriam : Philetus H. Holt III It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of founding partner Philetus H. Holt III on June 22nd. In 1965 Phil started a firm which sought to create thoughtful architecture which acknowledged the surrounding built environment and fostered enduring design. His...
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Joseph Gabriel McCaffrey, AIA

Died: October 18, 2018
Joseph Gabriel McCaffrey, AIA   Reprinted as originally published in Courier-Post on Oct. 21, 2018 50 year resident of Haddonfield, NJ – On October 18, 2018, at the age of 77, beloved husband for 52 years of Connie (nee Connelly); loving father of Christine Courtney (Kenneth) of Haddonfield, Gabrielle Shamsey (John) of...
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Joseph Gabriel McCaffrey, AIA

Died: October 18, 2018
50 year resident of Haddonfield, NJ – On October 18, 2018, at the age of 77, beloved husband for 52 years of Connie (nee Connelly); loving father of Christine Courtney (Kenneth) of Haddonfield, Gabrielle Shamsey (John) of Pennington, Carolyn Stalnaker (Philip) of Bordentown, and Joe McCaffrey (Sara Vahabi) of Haddonfield;...
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Eugene Schreiber, AIA

Born: Aug 26, 1924Died: June 16, 2018
Eugene A. Schreiber Brick, New Jersey Aug 26, 1924 – Jun 16, 2018 Eugene A. Schreiber, age 93, of Brick, passed away on Saturday, June 16, 2018, at Willow Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brick. Born in Lviv, Poland, he came to the United States in the 1950s and...
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Charles Keown, AIA

Born: December 23, 1924Died: March 18, 2018
CHARLES KEOWN 1924 – 2018 Career architect and engineer who enjoyed spending time at Lake Hopatcong with his family Charles Ray Keown of Mt. Arlington, N.J., passed away quietly at home on Friday, March 16, 2018, at the age of 93. Ray’s Life Celebration was held on Wednesday, March 21,...
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