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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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Andrew R. Passacantando, AIA

Born: November 24, 1964Died: April 3, 2023Section: Newark Suburban
  Former AIA Newark and Suburban Treasurer and Renowned Architect Andrew R. Passacantando, AIA, has passed away  Andrew R. Passacantando, celebrated architect in NY and NJ, died peacefully on April 3 in Morristown, NJ of complications from sarcoma.  He was 58 years old. Andrew is survived by his wife of...
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Joseph A. Simonetta, Hon AIA, CAE

Born: January 21, 1954Died: March 10, 2023Section: AIA New Jersey
AIA New Jersey Recognizes the Loss of Our Executive Director, Joseph A. Simonetta, Hon AIA, CAE AIA New Jersey is very sad to share the news that our devoted executive director and lobbyist, Joseph A. Simonetta, Hon AIA, CAE, has passed away suddenly while recovering from a long health battle. The...
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Mukti Bajaj, AIA

Born: November 1, 1972Died: January 6, 2023
Mukti Bajaj, AIA, Obituary November 1, 1972 – January 6, 2023 Mukti Bajaj passed away on January 6, 2023. Mukti was born and grew up in Thane, India. She studied Architecture in Mumbai, India and moved to the United States in 2000. Mukti had an amazing career as an architect...
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Daniel R Millen Jr, FAIA, PP, LEEDap

Born: December 30, 1948Died: October 17, 2022Section: Central New Jersey
In Memoriam Daniel R Millen Jr, FAIA, PP, LEEDap December 30, 1948 – October 17, 2022 Daniel R Millen, Jr., 73 a native of Trenton, New Jersey passed away quietly on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Capital Health. He was a graduate of Drexel University in Philadelphia where he studied architecture. Dan...
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Jamil Faridy, AIA Emeritus

Born: October 22, 1933Died: October 5, 2022Section: Central New Jersey
In Memoriam AIA New Jersey Central Section Emeritus Member Jamil Faridy Jamil (Jim) Faridy, 88, of Levittown, PA, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, October 5, 2022. Born in Tehran, Iran, Jim came to the US to go to college. He became a US...
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Salvatore Michael Guzzo, Jr., Emeritus AIA

Died: February 22, 2022
AIA New Jersey Remembers Salvatore Michael Guzzo, Jr., Emeritus AIA Salvatore Michael Guzzo, Jr., Emeritus AIA, 94, of Lyndhurst, died on Tuesday, February 22, 2022. Mr. Guzzo was born and raised in Lyndhurst where he was a lifelong resident. Leaving high school early to enlist, Salvatore proudly served in the...
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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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