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Not Pictured: Steve Boyce |
Classmate Obituaries |
Gary Widger Age 71 Gary R. Widger, Sr., age 71, of Pilesgrove, New Jersey, born Oct. 30, 1950, departed this life on November 1, 2021. He's survived by family and friends. Jeannie Boyd Fithian Age 71
Jean Fithian of Pennsville passed away
suddenly on October 22, 2021. She was a 1968 graduate of Pennsville High
School and lived in Pennsville most of her life. She had so many interests
in life it's impossible to list them all, but her faith in God has to be the
top of the list. Everything will be ok if you trust God she would always
say. Second to that, would have to be watching her grandsons, Luke, and Boyd
play sports whether it was baseball, wrestling, basketball, or soccer, she
was sitting right there with her notes and lineups, cheering on the kids.
There was never a sporting or school event that mom mom and pop pop were not
there watching and supporting.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years Joseph Fithian Jr. of Pennsville and son Joseph Fithian III (Kelly) and grandsons Luke and Boyd Fithian from Stow Creek, NJ. She's also survived by many nieces and Nephews from various areas. She is predeceased by a son Michael Fithian, and her brothers, Robert Boyd, Chuck Boyd, and sister Joanne Keeler. Graveside services will be held Monday November first 11:00am at the Eglington Cemetery in Clarksboro, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to the Assembly Of God Church 328 N Broadway Pennsville, NJ 08070.
Joe Pedrick Age 70 Joseph Harry Pedrick, age 70, of Knollwood, TX, passed from this life on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at Texoma Medical Center, Denison, TX, a victim of Covid-19. Joseph was born on March 15, 1950 in Salem, NJ to Harry Pedrick & Erma Huff Pedrick. He married Beatrice Ann Witt on July 28, 2000. He formerly worked for Rendon Trucking. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He is survived by his wife; Beatrice, his children; Jody Lynn Kountz of Terrell, TX, Joseph Pedrick, JR of Gunnison, CO, his step-sons; Reverend Randall Fogle of Denison, TX, Robert Fogle of Waco, TX, his brother; Daniel Pedrick of Salem, NJ, nine grandchildren, twenty five great-grandchildren, two nieces; Juanita Witt of Waco, TX, Nancy Witt of Waco, TX, other extended family and friends.
Valerie Griffith Age 68 Passed away in 2019
Roger LaCount Age 68Age 68 of Pennsville, NJ passed peacefully in his home after a long illness on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Son of Roger F. LaCount and Margaret LaCount, brother of Ronald LaCount. Roger was a graduate of Pennsville Memorial High School. He worked for DuPont Chambers Works before enlisting into the Army as a medic. Afterwards he was employed by Disabled Veterans of Salem County for many years before his illness. No funeral services are planned. In lieu of flowers, family requests contributions be made to Ladies Missionary Society of Park Bible Baptist Church 95 Sparks Ave. Pennsville, NJ 08070. Burial will be private.
Paul English Age 66 Paul D. English Mechanicsburg, Pa. Paul D. English, age 66, passed away Wednesday, August 2, 2017, in Fox Subacute Health Care Center, Mechanicsburg, Pa. Born in Salem, he was the son of the late William H. Sr. and Ruth Vananman English. Paul had been employed by United Vending of Penns Grove. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and CB radio. Paul is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, William H. Jr. and Sharon English of Quarryville, PA; his nieces, Heather Constein (Jamie), Dawn McCracken (Stephen), Tricia Watkins and Kimberly Horn (Jonathan). Interment is private. Woodside Funeral Home Salem/Quinton, NJ woodsidefuneralhomes.com 856-935-2121 ![]() Suzette Randall March Age 67 Suzette N. March Las Vegas, NV Suzette N. March (nee Randall), age 67, of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Pennsville, passed away suddenly on June 29th, 2017. She was the daughter of Anna Tepper of Pennsville and the late Donald Randall of Colorado. She is also survived by two daughters, Annette Fisher of Wilmington, two granddaughters, Taylor & Summer of Delaware, and Angela March of Kentucky; two sisters, Carol Curtis of Sarasota, FL, and Linda Ezzo of Pennsville; one brother, Paul Tepper of Bridgeton, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, Donald & Ward Randall, and her stepfather, Nathan Tepper. Services will be private.
Ralph Land Age 66 Ralph W. Land, 66, of Pennsville, New Jersey passed away on April 4, 2017.
Amy Featherer Age 66 Cape May Amy M. Featherer, 66, of Cape May, New Jersey died peacefully on March 19, 2017 after a lengthy illness at a hospice facility in Philadelphia, PA. She formerly lived for many years in Yardley, PA. Amy was the daughter of the late Frank and Louise Featherer of Pennsville, NJ. A graduate of Pennsville High School, Class of 1968, she also had an undergraduate degree from West Virginia Wesleyan and a master's degree in education from Glassboro State (Rowan University). After teaching in Carney's Point and Pennsville for ten years, Amy began her own business, Perfect Move, Inc. Among Amy's many interests were living near the beach, traveling and cooking. She recently completed a "bucket list" trip with her husband to South Africa for 40 days and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. She is survived by her husband, Robert Simons, of Cape May, NJ; a son, Sean Simons, of Arlington, VA; a sister, Lisa Featherer, of Wilmette, IL; a brother and sister in law, 2 nephews and a niece. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 25th at 11:00am ET at the Yardley Methodist Church, 300 Yardley Langhorne Rd, Yardley, PA 19067. Visitation will begin at 10:00am ET. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Amy's name to Abington Health Foundation, Reimagine Cancer Care Campaign, 1200 Old York Road, Abington, PA 19001 or Abramson Cancer Center, Rena Rowan Breast Cancer Fund, Penn Medicine Development, 3535 Market Street, Suite 750, Philadelphia, PA 19104. Published in Courier-Post on Mar. 21, 2017
John O'Brien Age 68 John Robert O'Brien, of Pennsville, N.J., age 68 passed away Sunday February 26th, 2017 at his home, following a long illness surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in Salem, NJ, he was the son of John and Dorothy Cole O'Brien. John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Andrea March O'Brien, two sons and daughter in laws, Michael and Bridgett and Matthew and Sally, seven grandchildren, Brandon, Jordan, Aidan, Liam, Donovan, Peyton and Mason, sister Joni, several nieces and nephews and friends who became family. Predeceased by his parents and brother Kenneth and sister Lucille. A veteran of the Vietnam War where he served with the 11th Armored Calvary, Blackhorse Regiment, serving 14 months in country. Upon his return, John work briefly for National Lead, and 32 years for Pennsville Water Department and spent many evenings at Lou's Body Shop. John loved cars, his trucks, Dale Earnhardt but mostly his family. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports and his sons coach. Known for his smile, wave and quick wit. He enjoyed his home away from home Chincoteague, Va and the great meals he enjoyed at Bill's Prime. A viewing will take place on Saturday, March 4th at The Queen of Apostles Church from 9:30 am to 12:30 am, with service to follow visitation. Burial will be at the Salem County Veterans Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to the Salem County Veterans Picnic, C/O Pennsville National Bank, 170 S. Broadway, Pennsville, NJ 08070 www.laughreyfuneralhome.com ![]() Phillip C. Ludwigsen Age 65 Phillip C. Ludwigsen, age 65, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 13, 2016. Phillip was born in Salem County, NJ on November 21, 1950, and was a son of the late William and Ethel (Allen) Ludwigsen. He worked for many years as a frozen food manager for Pathmark. Well known by friends and family as an outgoing, positive person, Phillip truly enjoyed life. He was a giving man, who was happiest caring for others and was instrumental in watching over his parents in their later years. An avid gardener, Phillip looked forward to tending to his tomatoes, peppers and string beans each season. He was an excellent cook and a self-proclaimed "adventurist" in the kitchen. In his leisure time, Phillip enjoyed visiting the Jersey Shore and fishing. A devoted and loving companion, brother, family man and friend, he will be missed by all. In addition to his parents, Phillip was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Henry and Lucy Ludwigsen. He is survived by his daughter, Kristina Ludwigsen of New Castle; siblings, William D. Ludwigsen (Lynn) of Gatlinburg, TN, Shirley A. Bannan (Robert) of Greenwood, DE and Jeanette L. Hancock of New Castle; lifetime companion, Eileen Reeves; grandchildren, Haley, Anthony and Curtis; and many nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Thursday morning, February 18, 2016, at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am. Interment will follow in Lawnside Cemetery, 1017 Route 40, Pilesgrove, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Phillip's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society , 92 Read's Way, Ste. 205, New Castle, DE 19720. -
Susan Mary Hayward Age 66 Susan Mary Hayward, of Deptford NJ, died on Sept. 29, 2015 of cancer. She was 66. Tonight my mother ended her battle with cancer. She fought it until the very end. Her journey ended comfortably and surrounded by loved ones. I am very lucky to have been able to take her on many adventures over the last several years. To California with wine tours, redwoods, and the Golden Gate. To Bermuda with her first cruise. To Disney World and Universal Studios with Harry Potter World and all the magic of The Magic Kingdom. I am also so fortunate that she was able to see me graduate.... as she always supported me in my pursuit and love of music. She was an amazing mother and friend. Thank you for everything Mom. Love Always, Andrew Hayward Sharon Dooley Cipolla Age 64 Sharon Dooley Cipolla, age 64, passed away on August 6, 2015 Sharon D. Cipolla Carneys Point, NJ Sharon D. Cipolla (nee Dooley), age 64,
passed peacefully from this life on August 6th, 2015, at her home in Carneys
Point, NJ. Sharon had battled many chronic health problems, but remained a ray
of light to her family and friends. She was a talented artist who loved
motorcycles, snow, and all things Christmas. She was happiest when spending time
with her family - her daughter, her son-in-law and her beloved granddaughter
were the light of her world. Sharon was preceded in death by her father Admas
Dooley, her beloved brother Robert L. Dooley and her long-time companion William
Emanuel. She is survived by her daughter Kelly Verdecchio, son-in-law Thomas
Verdecchio, and her precious granddaughter Mya, as well as her sister-in-law
Debra Dooley, nephew Sean Dooley, niece Heather Pratz and her mother Geraldine
Dooley. Visitation will be held at ASHCRAFT FUNERAL HOME, 740 S. Broadway,
Pennsville on Friday, September 18th from 6pm to 7pm, followed by a memorial
service at 7pm. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to Sharon's
favorite charity, St.
Jude Children's Research Hospital
Joyce Shafer Stone Age 65 Joyce Shafer Stone, Spring Texas, died on Jan. 5, 2015. She was 65.
Samuel Ayars Age 65 Samuel Ayars Salem, NJ Samuel Ayars, 65, of Salem, NJ passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday, September 29, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. Sam is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 45 years, Darlene. Sam was extremely proud of his son Greg Gaunt, Sr., and daughters Janine Little-Stoms (Jeff) and Jennifer Santiago (Luis), all of Salem, NJ. He is also survived by his father Richard Ayars of Philippi, WV; brothers, Scott Ayars (Elizabeth), Robert Ayars of Delaware, and Ryan Ayars of West Virginia; and sisters BettyAnn Robertson (Kenny) of Deepwater, NJ, Jacqueline Stade (Brian) of Vineland, NJ and Megan Ayars of Philippi, WV. He will be missed by his seven grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Sam was predeceased by his mother, Bettie Hewitt; and brothers Michael Ayars and David Hewitt. Sam worked at Anchor Glass and retired in July of 2013 after 43 years of loyal service. Throughout his life, he enjoyed watching NASCAR and football, was an avid Philadelphia Flyers fan, enjoyed outdoor activities such as muskrat trapping, planting and harvesting a family garden, camping trips, fishing with his friend Bob Dorsey, and was determined to try his luck with scratch off lottery tickets. He was also a member of VFW Post 253 in Elsinboro, NJ. Known as "bam-bam" for his fiery and strong-willed temperament, it's no surprise he bravely faced every challenge, exhausted every option, but he never gave up. A Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 10 AM to 12 Noon in the ASHCRAFT FUNERAL HOME, 740 S. Broadway, Pennsville. Funeral Services will be held at 12 Noon. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests Memorial donations be made in Sam's name to 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. www.ashcraftfuneralhomes.com Ashcraft Funeral Home 740 S. Broadway Pennsville, NJ 08070 856-299-3366![]() Donna Dozier Munn Age 61 Donna M. DozierJune 2, 1950 - May 30, 2012BiographyDonna
Marie Dozier, a nurse of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, died May 30, 2012
at the age of 61. FactsBorn:
June 2, 1950 Memorial ServiceMonday June 4, 2012, 12:00 at Resthaven Funeral Home Chapel ![]() Samuel Elton Essler, Jr. Age 62
Samuel Elton
Essler, Jr. age 62 of Hancocks Bridge died Sunday
January 15, 2012 at his residence. He was born in Salem
and was the son of the late Samuel E. Sr. and Dorothy R.
McClosky Essler. Elton was a lifelong Salem County
resident. He was employed as a Union Carpenter, Local
626, Wilmington, DE and retired 2003 with 18 years
service. Survived by his wife Vera Pasternak Essler,
children, Roxanne Malik Sweeney (Fergal) of Boston, MA,
Andrew P. Malik of West Haven, CT, brothers, Raymond
Essler of CA, Dorothy Bragg-Litomisky of LA, and Barbara
Jo Essler Doughty of Woodstown, and several cousins,
nieces and nephews. Elton was an avid outdoorsman and
especially enjoyed hunting, crabbing and restoring his
historic home. Masonic services will be held 8:00 PM
Wednesday Jan. 18, at the LAUGHREY FUNERAL HOME,
Pennsville where friends may call from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
prior to the service. Burial will be private. In lieu of
flowers please make memorial contributions to the
Disabled American Veterans.
www.dav.org.
www.laughreyfuneralhome.com.
Susan
Elizabeth Bobb Age 60
Susan
Elizabeth Bobb, age 60 of Pennsville, NJ died Saturday,
October 2, 2011 at Inglis House, Philadelphia PA., after
suffering a long illness. She was born in Salem and is
the daughter of Thomas Hunt of Pennsville and the late
Marian Moore Hunt who died in 1998.
Published in Today's Sunbeam on October 6, 2011
Charles T. Agnew Age 61 Charles T. Agnew, age 61 of Voorhees and a former Pennsville resident died Friday June 17, 2011 at the Cooper University Medical Center. Charles was born in Salem and was the son of the late Thomas L. and Eleanor M. Teat Agnew. He was a 1968 graduate of Pennsville Memorial High School and the University of Maryland (1972) He was employed as an account Executive for the Auto Sunroof Inc. in Cinnaminson, NJ for the past 22 years. His hobbies included fishing, and watching the Phillies, Eagles, and Flyers. Charlie was a devoted son and was the primary caregiver for his mother who passed in 2010. Survived by his brother, Thomas H. Agnew and his wife Donna of Mullica Hill, niece Alysia Paparo and her husband Stephen of Williamstown. Funeral services will be held 7:00 PM on Tuesday June 21, at the LAUGHREY FUNERAL HOME, Pennsville where friends may call from 6:00 to 7:00 PM prior to the service. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to the Scott T. Agnew Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Woodland Country Day School, 1216 Roadstown Rd., Bridgeton, NJ 08302. www.laughreyfuneralhome.com ![]() Diane Winfield Age 61 Diane M. Davis (nee Winfield), 61, of Oyster, Virginia died peacefully at home on Sunday, May 22, 2011. Beloved wife of Bernhardt (Bernie), devoted mother of Bernie and his wife, Melissa (nee Klotz), and the light of her life, her loving granddaughter, Amanda. Predeceased by her parents, John Sr. and Geraldine. Diane is also survived by her brother, John and his wife Carol, as well as many other friends and relatives. Diane was an animal lover who treated her assortment of animals like children. She leaves her dog and four cats and many others who predeceased her. Diane grew up in Pennsville, NJ and moved to West Deptford where she raised her family. She was a secretary in the West Deptford school system until her retirement, at which time she and her husband moved to Oyster where she enjoyed fishing and volunteering at the local church. She was an avid reader and she also enjoyed visiting Atlantic City and Harrington, Delaware to play the slots with her best friend. Memorial services will be held at a later date in New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Diane’s name to the Make A Wish Foundation of Eastern Virginia, 240 Business Park Dr., Suite 100, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 or the Hospice and Palliative Care of The Eastern Shore, 165 Market Street, Suite #3, Onancock, Virginia 23417. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements made by Wilkins-Doughty Funeral Home in Cape
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![]() Anna Marie Baldock Age 60 Anna Marie Baldock Murphy, age 60 of Pennsville, NJ, lost her battle with cancer December 12, 2010. She is survived by her loving husband, Joel K. Murphy, children Jason, Kimberly and Shaun, her mother Marie Baldock, father James J. Baldock, Jr. (deceased), brother James J. Baldock III (Patsy), sister Susan Seehousz (Paul) and faithful canine companion Tobey. Anna was a graduate of Pennsville High School 1968 and was employed with Wal-Mart. She was devoted to her children and family, enjoyed the beach, and was avid reader and long time NASCAR enthusiast. A celebration of life and memorial service will be held Thursday 12:00 PM at the Laughrey Funeral, Pennsville where friends may call from 10:00 to 12:00 prior to the service. Burial will be private.
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![]() Daniel F. Miller Age 57
Daniel F. Miller Jr., of
Woodbury passed away on Sat. Dec. 15, 2007 in Underwood-Memorial
Hospital at the age of 57. |
Paul Douglas Age 56
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