PAYNE – Vincent Payne, age 49, of Swedesboro died
May 22.
SERRANO – Carlos Serrano. The Food Network gave
Carolos great fodder for kitchen adventure. Shrimp and soups were among his
specialties, He not only entertained his extended family with jokes and
backyard barbeques, he experimented with spices and herbs to please their
palates. The setting would not be complete without Spanish music in the
background.
As a young man he learned the food industry working in a
Bronx supermarket. He earned enough to be the only boy with a car, an unusual
purchase in the city. The market gave him more than a pay check; it was where
he noticed Marilyn, his wife. He swept her off her feet when he met her coming
off the bus and offered to carry her book bag home. Owning a sharp car also
helped. Even though they relocated to South Jersey he remained a Mets and
Giants fan. They came to Logan Township to raise their children in a more
serene setting. Carlos could be found delivering Hostess Cakes to area
markets.
He married the Bronx girl, Marilyn 36 years ago and they
were blessed with a daughter, Melissa and a son, Christopher. Carlos is also
survived by his mother, Gloria, a brother Edwin and a sister Gloria Martinez.
He was predeceased by his father, Carmelo.
Services were held in the Daley Life Celebration Studio,
Swedesboro with burial in Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.
ABRUZZO – Thomas I. Abruzzo died on May 29, age
90, of Mt. Ephraim, formerly of Swedesboro.
Beloved husband of the late Agatha L. (nee Scuderi).
Loving grandfather of Albert (Maryann) Gottsch of Mt. Ephraim. Loving great
grandfather of Stephanie, Brittany, Thomas and Adam. Also numerous nieces and
nephews.
Mr. Abruzzo was a WWII Army Veteran.
The family requests donations be sent to Holy Redeemer
Hospice, 150 Ninth Ave., Runnemede, NJ 08078 in Thomas’s memory.
STAAS – Betty J. Betty was a resident of Bensalem,
PA for the past seven years and was formerly of Mullica Hill. She was a long
time member of St. Stephen’s Church in Woodbury.
Beloved wife of the late William J. Mother of William H.
(Lynne) and Robert (Donnette). Grandmother of William H., Jr., Richard J.,
Robert J. Jr., Stephanie M., Alexandra N. and Jessica H. Great grandmother of
James C., Kyle J., and Eric A.
ENGLAND – Richard Charles England of Clarksboro
died suddenly on June 4. Aged 70 years old.
An outgoing and friendly guy Richard was a classic, just
like his taste in cars. His passion for collecting and restoring antique autos
was only outshined by his love and devotion to his family and friends;
especially his grandchildren. Richard provided for his family by working for
Mobil (where he was a proud member of The Red Horsemen) for 25 years and M.
Davis Company for 10 years, as a pipefitting designer. The sound of country
music was his favorite, especially that of Alan Jackson and Toby Keith.
Beloved husband of Lois (nee Chew) England. Devoted
father of Devon and her husband, Joseph Rhoads. Dear brother of Alfred William
(Jeanette) and Robert (Elizabeth) England. Loving Grandpop of Rachel and
Elizabeth.
Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.
Donations may be made to the American Heart Association,
1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691.
LANE – Dorsey “Shadow” Richard Lane, Sr. went home
to be with the Lord on June 9, following an accident.
Dorsey was born May 8, 1936 in Mullica Hill and was a
resident of Deptford for nine years moving there from Mullica Hill. He was a
member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Mullica Hill where he was a member
of the Men’s Choir he was also a member of the NAACP and Mullica Hill Civic
Club. Dorsey was employed by WCS Trucking of Vineland and had been driving for
over 50 years.
He leaves to cherish his memory a son, Dorsey R., Jr.,
daughters Cynthia R. and Theresa M. Lane and Sonya M. Wilson, 14
grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
RICO – Carmen Rico. She was the matriarch of her
family and revered as an elder in her community. Carmen moved from the
Philippines to the United States so that her children would have a better
life. Her early years in the U.S. were difficult but her determination, work
ethic and faith in God saw her through. She intuitively knew when others
needed her help and not only provided for her family but for many others here
and back in the Philippines.
Carmen saw the needs of her family as her top priority:
she was a built in babysitter for her grandkids and used the time to nurture
them to succeed. Even her television viewing reflected her love of seeing
others succeed: Price is Right, Wheel of Fortune, and Wowowee. She was a
snowbird in her later years traveling back to the Philippines during the
winter and to Southern California to see her grandkids. To broaden her
horizons she explored Europe and the Holy Lands.
She loved the Lord and sang His praises in many choirs;
the quickest way to move up on her list was to find your way to church on
Sunday. She sought guidance from the Bible on a daily bases.
She is survived by her children: Grace (Jim) Bundalian,
Joy Anciano (Edmund) and Orville Paule: grandchildren: Courtney, Cassandra,
Zachary and Ethan; her brothers , Marciano Maris and sisters: Vener Maris
Nugid, Ligaya Bagang, and Gloria Mallari.
Services were held in the Daley Life Celebration Studio,
Swedesboro.
