FOLKER – Mary Folker. The going got tough, Mary got going. Her work ethic
was forged as a young girl who was raised on her family’s farm. Widowed at a
young age with two small boys, Mary put her nose to the grindstone. She worked
as a hostess for the Dutch Inn, for the Swedesboro News, Russo Plumbing, SEW
Eurodrive and helped her brother at his farm. She provided for her family and
fulfilled the role of both parents. Mary was always active at St. Joseph’s and
was a lector, Eucharistic Minister, taught CCD, counted the collection, was on
the bereavement committee and was financial secretary for the Single Parent
Society.
For the past 30 years she was tax collector in Woolwich Township. She started
out part time and did most of the work out of her home. As the township grew, so
did the position: her sarcastic sense of humor kept it all in check.
Her meatballs and bruschetta were to die for. She never used any exact recipe,
it was all by feel. In her spare time she enjoyed her grandchildren, Dancing
with the Stars, cooking shows, HSN, reading and traveling the world. Among her
many adventures were Italy, Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
Through it all, Mary did it her way.
She is survived by her sons, “Larry!!” (Julie) and “Eddie!!”; her brother, Alfio
(Betty) Cali, 3 grandchildren; Cali, Alexa, and Zachary; many cousins, nieces
and nephews and her companion, Howard Sherwood. She was predeceased by her
husband, Lewis and siblings, Joseph Cali and Sara Featherer.
Services were held in the Daley Life Celebration Studio, Swedesboro. Interment
St. Joseph Cemetery, Woolwich Twp.
MENARD – Peter D. Menard, age 49, of Mullica Hill passed away suddenly on
Oct. 29 at home.
Peter was a graduate of Hobart College in 1987 and Temple Law School, 1991. He
was vice-president of Moro Corporation, King of Prussia, PA.
Beloved husband of Veronica “Ronnie” Menard (nee Ochipinti). Peter will be
dearly missed by his father, David (Jacqueline) Menard of Villanova, PA, his
mother Kathleen B. Menard of Philadelphia, Uncle John and Aunt Christine, Uncle
Kirk and Aunt Ellen, cousins Sarah, Elizabeth (Ben), Matthew (Kim) and Jeremy
and the entire Ochipinti family.
Contributions to The Humane Society at The HSUS, Dept. MEMIT9 2100 L St. NW,
Washington, DC 20037 or to South Jersey Healthcare Hospice at SJH Hospice Care,
PO Box 160, Bridgeton, NJ 08302 would be appreciated.
FALCONE – Caroline Falcone, (nee Tinsley) age 78 of Logan Township died
on Oct. 29 at the Kindred Hospital in St. Petersburg, FL. Born in Philadelphia,
she has resided in Logan township since 1978 coming from N.E. Philadelphia.
Wife of the late Ralph, Caroline was a homemaker with a full time job raising 7
children, Maria Powell, Rita Rizzi, Bridget Myers, Paul, Ralph Jr., Kevin and
Anthony Falcone. Grandmother of 14 and great-grandmother of 2. She is also
survived by 5 siblings.
Caroline was a member of St. Clare of Assisi Parish, Swedesboro, and in her free
time enjoyed sewing, crocheting, quilting and working in her garden.
Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Woolwich Township. Contributions in her memory
to American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 would be
appreciated.
MURPHY – Phyllis Norton Murphy of Logan Twp. Died Oct. 31 in her home.
Born to Wilmer F. and Margaret (Ader) Norton, she was raised in Pedricktown and
lived the past 52 years in Logan Twp. Mrs. Murphy was a graduate of Trento State
College, and she worked as a school librarian for Logan Twp. Schools for 30
years, retiring in 1996.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Richard A. and Itala Murphy, her
daughter and son-in-law Kim and Russell Capri; her grandson, Conrad, and her
granddaughters Morgan and Alistair. In addition to her parents, she was
predeceased by her loving husband, Richard J. Murphy.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 1 Union
St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691.
HOLMES – Percell Holmes of Bear DE, formerly of Swedesboro, age 83,
passed away on Oct. 31 surrounded by his family.
Interment Gates of Heaven Cemetery, Mt. Royal, NJ.
HANST – Audrey Lillian Hanst (nee Sluseman), age 89 of Mullica Hill died
Nov. 1 at home. Mrs. Hanst was born in Norwood, NJ and had been a resident of
Mullica Hill since 1970. Formerly she lived in Mantua, Pitman, and Cresskill,
NJ. Mrs. Hanst was a member of the South Harrison Seniors and had been a member
of the Harrison Township Historical Society.
Wife of William R. Hanst, she is also survived by son David B. Hanst of
Newfield, granddaughter, Sarah Danielle Hanst, grandson, Brian Daniel Hanst.
Predeceased by son Roger Hanst and daughter-in-law Erica G. Daniels-Hanst.
Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro. Contributions in Audrey’s memory may
be made to Alzheimer’s Association, 3 Eves Dr., Marlton, NJ 08053.
STULL – Robert J. Stull, 47 years old, died Nov. 4.
Volunteer fireman, full time EMT for Logan Township and former mechanic for
SEPTA, Victory Avenue Division.
Beloved husband, father and brother, he is survived by his wife Michele (nee
Pace), his son Brandon and brother William Stull.
Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Woolwich Township. The family requests
donations be sent in Robert’s memory to Repaupo Volunteer Fire Company. 7
Repaupo Station Rd., Logan Township, NJ 08085.
EUSTACHE – Chionie M. Eustache, age 101, of Woolwich Township passed away
at home surrounded by her family on Nov. 5.
Born in DonDon, Haiti, Chionie moved to Canada when she was 57 years old and has
resided in Woolwich Township for the past 6 years. She was a self-employed
embroiderer and a member of the Kingsway Baptist Church in Mickleton.
Loving mother of Sophie Depestre, Julie Casimir, Julia Jeannot and Georges
Eustache. Grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 19. She is also survived by
3 brothers and a half-sister.
Contributions in her memory to Love A Child, PO Box 30744, Tampa, FL 33630 or
Haiti Hope Fund, PO Box 116, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 would be appreciated.
COONER – Katherine “Pete” Conner (nee Eastlack), age 93 of Woolwich
Township died peacefully in her sleep on Nov. 6 after a very brief illness,
Born and raised in Woodbury, she lived in Wenonah until 1973, then moved to West
Virginia and to Florida before returning to New Jersey. Pete lived a full and
active life. She enjoyed sports and outdoor activities including bowling, bike
riding, bocce, RVing, and she had a passion for golf. She was a member of the
Woodstown Presbyterian Church.
Wife of the late William W. Cooner, Pete is survived by her daughters Sandy
(Bill) Freed of Spotsylvania, VA, Janet (Pat) Donnelly of So. Plainfield, NJ and
Barbara (GW) Stilwell of Logan Twp., grandchildren, Lynne DiGregorio (Mark),
Karen Dougherty (Larry), Brian Donnelly (Jocelyn), Ted Donnelly (Jacky), Lauren
Pentz (Tim), and Anne Davlin (Matt); and 4 great-grandchildren, whom she adored.
Memorial contributions to the Deacon’s Fund of Woodstown Presbyterian Church, 46
Auburn Rd. Woodstown, NJ 08098 would be appreciated.
HANES – Donna M. Hanes (nee Griscik), 63 passed away in her home on Nov.
6.
Originally from Reading, PA, she had been a resident of East Greenwich Township
for 24 years.
Donna touched many lives as a teacher of both elementary school and dance.
She was very active in the Lions Cub, giving many hours to help those in need.
Donna is survived by her husband, Charles and daughter, Martina. Please make
donations to the West Deptford Lions Club, PO Box 273, Thorofare, NJ 08086 in
Donna’s name.
JENKINS – Edward C. Jenkins of Mullica Hill passed on Nov. 6, age 82.
Burial Gates of Heaven, Mt. Royal.
LANG – Norma Lange, 101, died Nov. 7. Norma was the oldest Swedesboro
resident. She remembered living without electricity, washing clothes by hand,
children going to school in horse and buggy, silent movies, and making soap. She
enjoyed modern inventions much better. If there was a function in town you could
count on Norma attending. She was a lifelong active member of Bethesda UM
Church. But she would also visit the other churches for events. The Historical
Society benefited from her membership and wealth of facts. Most days before she
moved to Pitman Manor
Norma could be found downtown in front of the news agency reading the paper and
observing street activities. During one major snowstorm, 36 inches total, Norma,
who was well into her 80’s, couldn’t resist seeing that much snow and somehow
made it downtown to her observation post. After graduation from Swedesboro High
School, Class of 1929, Norma became a hairdresser and opened a shop at home and
later owned and operated a liquor store in Paulsboro.
Norma had a zest for life, enjoyed many friends, played cards and still
participated in bingo at the Manor. She always won many prizes at Bingo. She was
predeceased by three siblings and is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Services were held at the Daley Life Celebration Studio, Swedesboro. Donations
to Bethesda UM Church, 1435 Kings Hwy., Swedesboro, NJ 08085 will be
appreciated.
SPONG – Jacqueline C. Spong, age 61, died Nov. 8.
She lived most of her life in Pitman and was a graduate of Pitman High School.
Jackie lived in Mullica Hill since 1998. She worked for many years at Jamesway.
She is survived by her daughter Amy Gebhart and son-in-law Chris, grandchildren
Allison, Austin and Collin Gebhart and sister Shirley Lynn.
Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd.,
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.
GUADAGNO – Bernadette Guadagno, 65.
GROVER – Helen R. Grover passed peacefully in the arms of her family on
Nov. 13.
She is survived by her sons Ed and Earl Grover, granddaughter Shannon Grover,
and great grandson Tyler Campbell of Tucson, AZ, and her sister Ann Data of Las
Vegas, NV. Donations to St. Mark’s UMC, designated to the Permanent Endowment
Fund and 1431 W. Magee Rd., Tucson, AZ 85704 would be appreciated.
BUXBAUM – Melvin Raivy Buxbaum, age 56 of Mullica Hill died Nov. 10.
Husband of Janet S. (nee Haberl), he is also survived by sister Sharon Gratz,
uncle to Hope, Emma, Lilly and Douglas.
SHUTE – Harold E. “Hod” Shute, age 81, of Clarksboro, was called home in the
presence of his family on Nov. 14.
A lifelong are resident and Clarksboro farmer of over 50 years, Hod supplied
produce to local markets and was especially proud of his early tomatoes and “old
fashioned” yellow sweet potatoes. He considered perseverance to be a virtue and
probably never gave up on anything in his life. A patient man and avid
outdoorsman, he was an expert deer hunter and enjoyed “running dogs” in fox and
rabbit chases. Hod was a mentor and friend to many over the years. He enjoyed
retirement by walking every day, taking trips to Lancaster County and
circulating the local farmers markets and restaurants for a cup of coffee and
conversation. A faithful husband, father, and grandfather, he was married to his
wife Delores A. (nee Fanslau) for 59 years. He is also survived by his children
Gail M. Ziegler and her husband James R. of Medford, Harold E. Shute Jr. and his
wife Janie of Lambertville, Jill E. Melchiorre and her husband Michael of
Clarksboro, and his grandson, Bradford Harold Ziegler. He was predeceased by his
brothers Everett and Jay.
Interment Eglington Cemetery. As an expression of sympathy, memorial
contributions to Evangelical United Methodist Church or the charity of the
donor’s choice would be appreciated.
WHEELER – Roy Wheeler Sr., age 72 of Mullica Hill died on Nov. 15.
Roy was born in Philadelphia and lived in Mantua for many years. He graduated
from Pitman High School and was in the process of becoming a pitcher for the
Phillies when he was called into the Army during the Korean War. Roy worked for
Domino Sugar in Pitman and enjoyed camping, horseshoes, darts, baseball, pool,
and old cars.
Husband of Pamela L. (nee Richards), he is survived by sons Jeffrey (fiancée
Kathleen Kelly), Roy Jr. (finance Holly Fischer), daughters Wendy Castaldi
(Randy), Kristi (John) Murphy, 6 grandchildren John III, Devon, Seth, Justine,
Jeffrey Jr., Brianna.
Contributions in Roy’s memory may be made to American Diabetes Association, 150
Monument Rd, Suite 100, Bala Cynwood, PA 19004 or American Heart Association, 1
Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691.
CANCILA – Rebecca L. Cancila (nee Caltabiano), age 38, of Mullica Hill
passed away at home after a courageous battle with breast cancer on Nov. 17.
Born in Woodbury, she grew up in East Greenwich and graduated from Kingsway High
School Class of 1991. Rebecca earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from
Widener University in 1996. A registered nurse, she worked for several hospitals
but most recently worked for Regional Medical Center in Vineland. Rebecca was a
member of the Millville Rescue Squad and the Oncology Nursing Society. She was
involved in Susan G. Komen for the Cure, collecting Longaberger Baskets and was
an avid Dallas Cowboy fan and animal lover.
Beloved wife of Jason Cancila, she is survived by her daughter, Alyssa, her
mother Suzanne Caltabiano (companion William Klaus), father Alfred Caltabiano
II, brother Alfred Caltabiano III (Christine Maculewicz) and half-siblings
Katrina, Nicholas and Victoria. Also survived by her loving grandmother, Jean
Clendining, God-daughters Katie, Sarah, and Giovanna, mother and father-on-law
Vincent and Elaine Cancila, brother-in-law Greg Cancila (Silvia) and many aunts,
uncles, nieces, nephews, friends and pets.
Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro. Contributions in Rebecca’s memory may
be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Two Princess Road, Suite D,
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 or the Alyssa Cancila Education Fund care of TD Bank,
148 N. Main St., Mullica Hill, NJ 08062.
