HENRY – Arthur W. Henry, 78, passed away March 24, with family by his
side. Born in Philadelphia he was a resident of Clarksboro since 1965. “Bud”
was an easygoing, humorous caring man who made fast friends with all whom he
met. An army veteran stationed at Fort Hamilton, Brooklyn NY he then took up a
45 year-long job with publisher W.B. Saunders in Philadelphia, working his way
up from the mailroom to Head of Sales Support. After retirement, not able to
sit still long, he worked part time at Target in Deptford until a few years
ago. His interests were eclectic, from painting to “Ancient Aliens”.
Predeceased by his wife, Elaine. Survived by his children Scott Henry and
Stacey Henry; brother Barry Johnson (Dolly); sister Gail Frank (Howard); and
many devoted nieces and nephews.
Donation in Bud’s name can be made to the wonderful aides and nurses at
Heartland Hospice, Memorial Fund,
333 N. Summit St., PO Box
10086,
Toledo, OH 43699 or at
www.heartlandhospicefund.org. Memories may be shared at
www.kelleyfhpitman.
FISCHERA – Mario Fischera, age 91 died on March 24 at his home in Mullica
Hill where he lived since 1997. He was formerly of Landing, NJ. Mario
graduated from West Side High School in Newark, NJ and New York University. He
worked for the US Government over 42 years, retiring in 1989 from Picatinny
Arsenal where he was a Contracting Officer.
He is
survived by his wife Helen N. “Peggy” (nee Farley), sister Virginia (Robert)
Scolpino of Woodbury, and many nieces and nephews.
Contributions may be made to the Foundation for the Blind, 230 Diamond Spring
Rd., Denville, NJ 07834. Memories may be shared at
www.kellefhpitman.com.
RODANO -- John W. Rodano, of Mullica Hill passed away suddenly on March
27. Age 70. Beloved husband of Dotty (nee Finnimore). Loving father of
AnnaLisa Damminger (Patrick) and Monique Rodano (Brian Barnett). Proud PopPop
of Alyssa, Brenna and Celia Damminger. Brother of Salvatore Rodano (Jane) and
Joseph Rodano (Carol). Also survived by his mother-in-law Dorothy Finnimore,
brother-in-law Robert Finnimore, beloved doggy Lacee, and many loving cousins,
nieces and nephews.
Memorial donations may be made in John’s name to
either the American Heart Association (www.heart.org)
or the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org/donate).
WILLIAMS – Eddie A. Williams of Mullica Hill, age 72 departed this life on
April 9. He leaves behind to cherish his memory; his wife, Juanita Graves
Williams; 8 children, Lindy High (Vincent), Tesa Williams Handy Wesley), Tracy
Williams (Tammy), David Williams, Deborah Cureton (Rob), Leah Williams,
Michael Williams (Regina) Keith Williams, predeceased by daughter, Regina
Evans (Bobby); 8 grandchildren.
PETROSKI – Michael John Petroski Jr., age 76, of Bridgeport, Logan
Township passed away suddenly on April 10 at home.
He was
a resident of
Logan
Township since 1947 when his parents moved there from Trainer Borough, PA.
He
attended
Paulsboro
High school and entered the U.S. Air Force and returned to work locally for
American Dredging Company and other jobs involving heavy equipment operating
out of the Operating Engineer office in Camden. He retired in 2002.
Michael
is survived by his friends and companion Donna Bauer and by sister Diane Marie
Baxter (Charles) of
Newark,
DE, and brothers Joseph of Corpus Christi, TX and Donald (Mary) of Moorestown,
NJ
SCHMIDT – Agnes Schmidt (nee Senges) of Mullica Hill died peacefully on
April 11. Aged 83 years
Agnes
was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed doing cross
stitch, sewing, and gardening. Her family was the center of her life,
especially the grandchildren. Sunday dinners and Christmas cookies were a few
of the trademark things that set Agnes apart.
Beloved
wife of 60 year to Rudolph; loving mother of Barbara (Jim) Kerasiotes, and
Harry (Trish) Schmidt; adoring grandmother of John, Stephanie, Alex, Keith,
and Kelsey; dear sister of Selma (Adolph) Klettke, Elsa (the late Sam) Tunick,
and Ingrid (Bob) Lincoln. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews.
Tributes and memories may be shared at
www.mcgfuneral.com.
SCHUHL – Catherine Barbara Schuhl, 51, of Mullica Hill, passed away April
11 at home with her loving family.
Catherine was born on May 27, 1961. She graduated from Cardinal Dougherty High
School and Rowan University with a degree in Special Education. Catherine was
a special education teacher at Fairfield Elementary in
Bridgeton.
She was predeceased by her parents Eva and Frank. Catherine is survived by her
loving husband of 26 years, James Schuhl, Jr. and her three children; James
III, Patrick and Amanda, her dog Nalla, a sister Elizabeth (Jim and her many
in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was
a loving wife, a wonderful mother and will always be remembered for her loving
personality, positive outlook and her ability to make everyone smile. Cathy
really enjoyed traveling the countryside watching her kid’s teams play and
will be sadly missed at the tailgates. She loved to eat.
Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Swedesboro. The family requests donations to
the Philadelphia University Lady Rams Soccer Team
www.philaurams.com.
Thoughts and prayers may be sent to the family at
www.fertiguuneralhome.com.
DENHAM – James R. Denham died on April 12, of Logan Twp. Age 63. Beloved
father of Raymond Denham and his wife Erica and the late Dawn and Michelle.
Devoted GrandPop of Camryn and Raymond. Loving brother of Albert Denham and
the late Ronald Denham. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
James
proudly served his country in the US Navy on a submarine during the Vietnam
War. He enjoyed gardening and was an avid boater and ham radio enthusiast. He
graduated from
West
Deptford High School in 1967.
The
family appreciates donations be made in Jim’s memory to AMVETS of Gloucester
County, 934 Mantua Blvd., Sewell, NJ 08080.
MARINO – Russell S. Marino, age 63, of Kennett Square, formerly of Swedesboro,
died of a heart attack on April 12. He was the son of the late Samuel Marino
and Mary Leotta Mario. He was a graduate of
Kingsway Regional High school and the RCA Technical
Institute for computer electronics. He served in the United States Air
National Guard.
Mr. Marino designed, was general contractor, owner and operator of Dog Patch
Kennel during his marriage to his first wife, Dawn (Wilson) Marino. He was
currently employed by Delaware City Refining, LLC.
Russell is survived by his soul mate and wife of four years, Diane (Cook)
Mario, his son, David Marino, his daughter Rose Stein (Ray), hi stepsons Ross
(Katie) and Daniel Shacklett and his grandchildren, Jessica and Jake Stein.
Russell is also survived by his sisters, Alfina Ringleben (Charlie) and Verna
Nankervis (James).
Russell enjoyed ballroom dancing, attending dinner theaters, and especially
traveling with Diane. He had a passion for gardening and beautifying his
personal yard as well as helping to maintain his neighborhood. Mr. Marino was
a great sports enthusiast and could discuss any referee call with any player
in any sport with great passion. He enjoyed hunting and donated his venison to
feed the hungry. Russell will be missed for his quick wit and sense of humor.
He brought love and laughter of his family and friends and will be deeply
missed.
Please send donations to the National Park Service, 1849 C Street NW,
Washington,
DC 20240.
Online condolences may be made by visiting
www.griecocares.com.
GAHRS – Bruce Gahrs. Always a Swedesboro guy at heart, Bruce gave to
his neighbors and community throughout his life. He served on the Borough
Council, the Planning Board, and was a member of the Swedesboro Lions Club.
Bruce was a tax assessor for both Woodstown and Swedesboro. When he was
President of the East Greenwich Little League he not only coached and
chauffeured his team, but also prepped the fields so the kids would have a
place to practice and play. If a TV announcer needed stats on players or
teams, Bruce could have been the go to man. He as a walking encyclopedia of
sports knowledge.
He was a member of the 1962 graduating class of Swedesboro High School. He then went to
Rutgers where he obtained a degree in accounting. He put these skills to good
use when he partnered with his father, Clarence, and brother, Bob, to run
Gahrs Inc. for decades. He also worked for the US Postal Service for 30 years.
He was married to his high school sweetheart, Carol Thompson and they were
blessed with 3 children: Gregory, Jodee (Dr. Scott) Wagner, Aimee (Steve)
Magsam. Survivors also include brother, Robert (Joanna), sister, Olivia (Stan)
Quinn, mother in law, Edna Thompson. He was a hands on Pop-Pop to Erik and
Luke Wagner,
Kyle and Kevin Magsam. He is
also survived by a nice,
Cheryl
Pine and nephew, Ryan Quinn. He is predeceased by his parents, Clarence
Ferdinand and Dorothy Mai.
Private services were held at Daley Life Celebration Studio, Swedesboro.
Donations in memory of Bruce can be made to the Woolwich Fire Co., 1517 Kings
Hwy.,
Swedesboro,
NJ 08085.
TUSTIN – Edward G. Tustin, Jr. (YoEd)
age 78 of
Logan
Township passed away April 17 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in
Philadelphia and formerly of
Folcroft,
PA, Ed has lived in
Logan
Township for the past 22 years. After graduating from John Bartram High school (Class of January 1952) in
Southwest Philadelphia, he joined the US Navy where he served as a Submariner during the
Korean War on the USS Grenadier. After his discharge he worked with his father
and uncles who had served during WWII, at the Gulf Oil Refinery in
Philadelphia. He retired from the finance Department at Temple University and
prior to that he worked as Business Manager for the Nursing Administration
Dept. of Temple University Hospital. He was a member of St. Clare of Assisi
Parish, Swedesboro.
Ed met his devoted wife of 58 years, Kathleen (Dieter) at a St. Richard’s
Dance in
S. Philadelphia and they spent most of
their married life raising their 6 children in Folcroft PA. It was here they
had some of the best years of their life. During this time Ed coached the
newly formed Folcroft Falcons 75 lb. football team. A team that went on to
make the Boro proud, winning 3 championships in a row.
Ed is also survived by his children, Stephen and his wife Andrea, William and
his wife, Nancy, Kathleen and husband William Rose, Colleen, Maureen and
husband William Plemenos, Sherrie and husband William Kane. 14 grandchildren
and 2 great grandchildren. His brother, Bruce and sister Mary Mongelluzzo.
Arrangements by the Cheega Funeral Home, Swedesboro. Contributions in his
memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place,
Memphis,
TN 38105 or Lighthouse Hospice,
1040 N. Kings Hwy.,
Cherry Hill,
NJ
0834 would be appreciated. Share memories at
www.cheegafuneralhome.com.
HUMPHREY – Fred L. Humphrey, 89, of
Bridgeport
passed away on April 17 Born in Lower Penns Neck (Pennsville Township), Fred
as the son of Raymond and Justina McGill Humphrey. Fred did not know what it
was like not to work. In fact, soon after retiring from Chemical Lehman as a
truck driver he began working for Lacy’s. Putting in an honest day’s work and
spending time with the family was what he valued the most in life.
He is survived by his wife Peggy (Pruitt), four children, 11 grandchildren,
several nieces and nephew and many friends. In addition to his parents, a son,
four brothers and one sister predeceased him.
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GREEN – Richard Green, Jr., age 68 of Williamstown, formerly of Mullica
Hill and Sewell, passed away on April 19. Born in
Camden,
he worked for Mars Graphics in Westville and was also a master carpenter. Rich
saved 4 lives performing CPR, 2 people that were chocking and 2 that were
drowning. One of those people he saved was his wife of 40 years. An avid
Phillies fan, Rich enjoyed bowling and golfing, highlighted with a hole in one
at Pitman Golf Course. In his younger years Rich was an excellent dancer. He
loved dogs and feeding the birds. Rich was a generous, sentimentally hearted
man, who loved life, and adored his family.
Husband
of Darlene D. (nee Myers), he is survived by his children, Steven Richard
Green and his wife Becky of El Paso, TX, Nicole M. Taylor and her husband Jeff
of West Deptford, and Ricah M. Ewan and her husband Brett of Mantua,
grandchildren, Thomas, Janise, Danny, Yazman, Keki, Julie, Evan and Colin,
great grandson, Marcus, his brother Carlton Green and his wife Lisa of
Glassboro, his sister, Linda Sue Coulter and her husband John of Sicklerville,
and his friend Harriet Criss of Sewell. Mr. Green was predeceased by his
sister May Lou Carr and his life time friend Andy Criss Jr.
Contributions in Richard’s memory may be made to Animal Welfare Assoc., 509
Centennial Blvd., Voorhees, NJ 08043. Memories and condolences may be shared
at
www.smithfhmantua.com.
BRAXTON – Services for James Robert Braxton, 100, of Mullica Hill, were
held.
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