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Not Pictured: Steve Boyce |
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Classmate Obituaries |
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Frances Lamiette Smith Age 75 Obituary for Frances "Fran" Smith
Frances “Fran” Smith, age 75, resident of
Chattanooga, Tennessee, passed away at Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga
on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
Loren Cooper Age 77 Loren Cooper, 77, of Pennsville, New Jersey passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on January 3, 1948, to the late John and Dolly Cooper. Loren was a graduate from Pennsville Memorial High School, and a longtime resident of Salem County. Loren is survived by one son Christoper Cooper, and two daughters Diana Castiglione (Bob) and Nancy Dixon, a stepdaughter Natalie Quirk, brother, Billy Cooper (Debbie), sisters, Phyllis Edwards (Jerry) and Brenda Cornett, grandchildren, Jordana Cooper, Luke Bushie, and Lorelia Dixon, 4 step grandchildren, and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Sarah Cooper (Zook), his parents, sister Sharon Weber, and his son-in-law Scott Dixon. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., followed by a memorial service and light refreshments at 7:00 p.m., at the New Life Worship Center, 80 South Hook Rd., Pennsville, NJ 08070.
Charles Hale Age 75 Rest in Peace... Charles R. Hale Charles Robert Hale, born February 22, 1950, in Pennsville, New Jersey, passed away on March 13, 2025, at the age of 75. Charlie was a humble man who preferred to stay in the background, content to let the ones he loved shine, while consistently providing the support, gentle encouragement and light sense of humor they needed. He could often be found with an ear-to-ear grin on his face, proud of the life he built with an underlying drive to provide stability and comfort for his family. The son of Erma Elizabeth and Samuel Edward Hale, Charles was the youngest of their four children. He was a Mechanical Engineer by trade, a proud graduate of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark College of Engineering. For over 30 years, he ran his own successful IT business, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and excellence in his field. His sharp mind and work ethic were matched only by his determination to succeed and his unyielding dedication to family that left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. In the late 1970s, Charles made the bold move to Connecticut, bringing along his two young daughters, Alicia Marie Hale and Rachel Elizabeth Hale Albino, to carve out a new life for them. His commitment to his family, while often quiet and subtle, was unwavering, and he always put them first, though he rarely said so outright. He is survived by his brother, Samuel Hale, his sister, Kathleen Messick, and his daughters, Alicia and Rachel. Charles is also survived by his wife, Agnes, and sons through marriage, David Reich-Hale and Jeffrey Reich-Hale, along with 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Charles was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved sister Charlotte. He leaves behind a family that will forever remember him for his warmth, humor and the example he set with his strong moral compass and passion for living life fully. All who had the privilege of knowing him will cherish the times spent with him—whether brief or lasting. Charles moved through this world with an undeniable spark and an infectious energy that will continue to be felt by all who loved him.
Charles may be gone,
but his spirit, wit, and dedication to his family will never
be forgotten.
Mark Madias Age 72 We are sad to announce the passing of Mark W. Madias. He passed away at the age of 72 on June 16th, 2023. Mark was a retired electrical operator. He worked with his brother Billy for many years with Hollywood Tans. Mark and Billy traveled all over the world in many cities to install tanning beds. They loved what they did and did it well. Mark loved life, his family but most of all…he loved his music. Wherever the limelight was, Mark was in it. Mark was preceded in death by: his wife Debra A. Madias, his brother Steven E. Madias, his father and mother George M. Madias and Doris R. Madias. Mark is survived by: his sister, Brenda M Harakas (Sam Harakas), his brothers, William J. Madias (Cindy Madias) and David L. Madias. He is also survived by his daughter Doris R. Henderson (Vance Henderson) and their 4 sons Devin, Ibn, Anthony and Mason. Mark has also left behind his 2 great-grandchildren Za'Nyla and Kamdyn. Mark is survived by his stepdaughter, Christine Bennett, and her 2 sons Jordan and Dylan. He will be truly missed. Funeral services will be private. Mark loved his plants…so please, plant a tree in his memorial in lieu of flowers. Thank you. www.laughreyfuneralhome.com
Carla Pickering Pond Age 72 Toni Pickering Pond, 72, died on November 20, 2020 in Richmond, VA after an almost 11 year battle with breast cancer. She was predeceased by her sister Carla Pickering of Portland, Oregon. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Charles (Cris) E. Pond, III, their daughters Kara Pond Rey (Danny) of The Woodlands, TX and Maura Bevin Pond of Richmond, VA, and three beloved grandchildren (Kara and Danny) Ewan, Keenan, and Pearl, and the four Pond dogs. Additional survivors are cousins Nancy (Crickie) Curriden of Billings, MT, Michael Curriden of Alexandria, VA, and sister and brother-in-law Carole and David B. Sutton of Kilmarnock, VA. Toni was also predeceased in death by her parents Gordon Carl Pickering and Sophie Thoren Pickering of Delray Beach, FL. Toni was born in Charleston, WV on December 27, 1947 and was so small the hospital had filled out a death certificate anticipating her death. She survived and left the hospital on February 8, 1948, and was raised in Pennsville, NJ. She received her Nursing degree from the Washington Hospital Center and American University in Washington, D.C., and moved to Richmond, VA in 1970. In 1971 she met her future husband Cris and they were together almost 50 years. They stayed in Richmond to raise two incredible daughters. As it was said by a dear friend, Toni was one of a kind - a force to be reckoned with, a study in courage, tenacity, and caring. Those who met Toni for the first time were immediately drawn to her smile and sincerity and they felt they immediately knew her. Her smile was always radiant and her laughter was always close. She loved her family dearly and tirelessly worked to make things just better, always organizing, always staying on top of things. She worked from the moment she got up to the moment she went to bed. She loved her dogs and was devoted to their care. She was always the “go to” person for advice and she always spoke her mind. She was a constant example of selfless love and kindness. A special thank you to Dr. James Khatcheressian of the Virginia Cancer Institute and all those who treated, advised, and cared for us for such a long time. Internment will be in the Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, VA and a celebration of life will take place in the spring/summer of 2021. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel USA Health Foundation at ckcsc.org or the Morris Animal Foundation at morrisanimalfoundation.org.  Carol Ann Willis Age 73 Carol Ann DiPietro, 73, passed away on March 7, 2023 in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Born in Salem County on November 6, 1949 to Howard and Francis (Lupo) Willis. Carol was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Carol met the love of her life Jim, together they had three beautiful children that she worked hard to raise (after Jim passed in 1985). Carol had many interests in life, she was a woman with many hobbies such as reading, gardening, cooking, and enjoying quality time with those she cared about. From playing cards with her community friends to vacationing with family in Georgia and Florida. Carol put her family above all, those who knew her had the privilege to listen to her talk about her five grandchildren and how much they meant to her. She treasured the time she got to spend with her brothers and sisters. Carol is survived by her son James J. DiPietro Jr. (Amy), daughter Christina M. Malario (Michael) and son Michael A. DiPietro (Amity), three grandsons James J. DiPietro III (Amber), Griffin M. DiPietro and Grayson J. Garrett, two granddaughters Jalyn C. DiPietro and Madlynn L. DiPietro. In addition, she had two grandsons David O. Cohen (Faith) and Maddox M. Malario and two granddaughters Traci L. Cohen & Ashley V. Malcom (Noah) and a great grandson Hunter R. Cohen. Carol is also survived by siblings Becky Schmidt (Fred), Velma Wyatt (Charlie), Jackie Goff, Kathy Jennings (John), Walt Willis (Donna), Howard Willis (Jackie) and Terry Lynn Willis. Carol was preceded in death by her husband James J. DiPietro, mother Frances Willis and father Howard Willis. Services will be held on Friday, March 17, 2023 at Adams Funeral Home, 64 Broad Street, Woodstown, NJ 08098. There will be a visitation starting at 10 AM leading to the funeral service being officiated by her son, Michael DiPietro at 11 AM. Interment will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Swedesboro, NJ. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in Carol's memory to: http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?px=12426658&pg=personal&fr_id=13740
Arlene Gillon Gardner Age 72 Arlene Gillon Gardner, 72, loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Palm Harbor, Florida on June 9, 2022. Born in Wilmington, Delaware she was the daughter of David and Margaret Gillon. She graduated from Florida Junior College and went on to study at the University of Central Florida majoring in creative writing. In her early years, she worked as a phlebotomist; then spent many years in the computer training business that she owned. She then went on to manage the real estate Brokerage office she owned with her husband. Arlene was a star athlete in high school in Pennsville, New Jersey excelling at tennis and hockey and was an avid sports fan of the Tampa Bay Rays. She will be remembered for her loving, optimistic and nurturing personality. She enjoyed any activity with her grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She is survived by her husband Claude Gardner, Sr., her children Claude Gardner, Jr. (Christine) and Mark Gardner (Kristin), her sister Margaret Rose Scott (Michael), her brother David Gillon (Diane) and her grandchildren Emily, Kelly, Ethan and Lauren and her beloved dog Sky. She is preceded in death by her parents Margaret and David and her sister Laurel Stone. The Memorial Service will be held on June 25, 2022 with the reception at 1:00 PM and the service at 2:00 PM at Curlew Hills Memorial Gardens, 1750 Curlew Road, Palm Harbor, FL 34683
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. |
 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. |
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Paul Douglas Age 56
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