Obituaries

Daniel Garman

Daniel Garman

Dec 8, 2017

Garman Sr., Daniel, 54, of Egg Harbor Township, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 8th, 2017. Born in Camden, he graduated from Arthur P. Schalick High School in 1981. He moved locally to Atlantic County where he met his wife, Chrissy and they had two children together. In his earlier years, he worked for sign companies such as Cutler and...

Sandra Lynn Hutton

Sandra Lynn Hutton

Dec 7, 2017

Hutton, Sandra Lynn (Urban), 73, went home to her Heavenly Father after a courageous battle with cancer on December 7th, 2017. Sandra was born in Cleveland Ohio to the late Edward and Mary (Traxler) Urban. She is preceded in death by her beloved brother, David; her sister-in-law, Ruth; and her Great-grandson, Elijah. Sandra is survived by her children, Lori Lynn...

Joseph Charles

Joseph Charles

Nov 20, 2017

Charles, Jr., Joseph, 36, of Galloway, passed away November 20, 2017 at home. Born in Cape May Courthouse, he’s lived Brigantine, Egg Harbor Township and most of his life in Galloway Twp. He also lived a short time in New Mexico. Joe loved his family and treasured the time he was able to spend with them. He had a special...

Richard William Alfano

Richard William Alfano

Nov 12, 2017

Alfano, Richard William, 65, of Egg Harbor City, passed away November 12, 2017. Born in Elizabeth, he grew up in Clark, before moving to Egg Harbor City 15 years ago. Richard graduated from Roselle Catholic and Union Junior College in Scotch Plains, attaining his Associate Degree. He then began to work with his dad at the family business, Mike Alfano...

Darren Ruh

Darren Ruh

Nov 2, 2017

Ruh, Darren, 47, of Audubon, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2017 at 6PM. Darren was born April 10, 1970 and lived and went to school in Audubon. He was a lifeguard in Margate from 1986 to 1991 and also worked for Lockheed Martin in Cherry Hill then had numerous occupations afterwards. He resided in Bellmawr with his girlfriend Carol...

Leslie Joseph Latour

Leslie Joseph Latour

Oct 25, 2017

LaTour, Leslie J., 73, Born in Rochester, NY and an Absecon resident for the past 22 years, passed away October 25, 2017 peacefully in his sleep at approximately 7:05AM. He was a decorated Recon Rifleman in the USMC and did 2 tours in Vietnam. After leaving the military, Les worked 22 years as a truck driver for Arnold’s Bakery. He...

Catherine H. Lawrence

Catherine H. Lawrence

Oct 18, 2017

Catherine “Kitty” Lawrence, 85, of Absecon, NJ, passed peacefully Wednesday, 10/18, surrounded by loved ones. She was raised in Berlin, NJ, before raising 4 sons with husband Donald in Absecon, where she resided for 61 years. Always of good cheer, Kitty warmed hearts and lit rooms with her colorful and vibrant personality. A fun-loving, patient and kind mother and grandmother...

Joan M. Richmond

Joan M. Richmond

Oct 11, 2017

Richmond, Joan M. (Susick), born December 22, 1926 in Philadelphia, was called to the Lord on October 11, 2017. The family settled in Margate in 1960. She graduated Villa Maria Academy. Joan was the Proud mother of Michael (Kim) of Margate, Kevin Joseph (former marine), of Ventnor, Richard (Maureen), of Linwood and her beloved daughter Kelly (John) of Absecon, who...

William J. Heller

William J. Heller

Sep 24, 2017

Heller, William J., "Bill", age 64, of Hampstead, NC, formerly of Galloway Twp., NJ, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017. Bill was born in Camden, and raised in Pennsauken. He lived in Brigantine and was a resident of Galloway for 24 years before relocating in 2002. Bill was employed by the Atlantic County Utilities Authority for 23 years and a...

Medina Devera Deguzman

Medina Devera Deguzman

Sep 24, 2017

Medina DeVera DeGuzman, 93, of Absecon, passed away September 24, 2017. Born in Bayambang, Philippines, she lived in Baltimore, MD before moving to Absecon over 20 years ago. While living in the Philippines, she worked as a beautician. Once in the United States, she continued doing facials and massages for her friends and family. She also enjoyed cooking and sewing...

Frederick F. Ertel

Frederick F. Ertel

Sep 12, 2017

Ertel, Fred, born Aug. 11, 1961, passed away September 12th, 2017 at the age of 56, surrounded by the family whom he dedicated his entire life to supporting, cherishing and loving. He passed peacefully and will be deeply missed by the family and community of which he was so deeply a part. Fred was a beacon of strength and joy...

Joseph A. Wilson

Joseph A. Wilson

Sep 10, 2017

WILSON, II Joseph A. on Sept. 10, 2017, at Absecon Manor, Absecon, NJ where he lived for the past 3 years. Age 81, formerly of Pennsauken and Millville, NJ. Devoted father to Jolene Donadio of Millville, NJ, and brother to Martin (Karen) of Cape May, NJ, Donna Davis of Cherry Hill, Leonard (Lucille); John (Patricia) of Haddon Twp., Kate (Allan)...

Joseph J. Amoroso

Joseph J. Amoroso

Sep 2, 2017

Amoroso Jr., Joseph J. ‘Buddy’, 85, of Egg Harbor Twp., passed away September 2, 2017. He was born in Atlantic City and raised in Ducktown, he lived in Brigantine and then was a resident of Egg Harbor Twp. for the past 15 years. Joseph was a US Marine veteran, serving in Korea. He was a motorcycle police officer for Atlantic...

Maria Baretto

Maria Baretto

Aug 19, 2017

Maria A. Baretto, 77, of Absecon, passed away on August 19, 2017 surrounded by her family. Born in Cortenova Valsassina, Italy, she lived in Absecon for 38 years. She loved taking care of her family and cats. She worked as a bookkeeper for 30 years with Gasbarro Law Firm. She is survived by her husband Luigi Baretto, former executive chef...

Francis Jones

Francis Jones

Aug 16, 2017

Francis "Bucket" Jones, of Absecon, passed away on August 16, 2017. He was born in Absecon to the late James and Lillian Jones, and was a lifelong Absecon resident. Frank was a longtime member of the Methodist Church of Absecon, and was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He served in the United States Navy...

Margaret Ann Hemphill

Margaret Ann Hemphill

Aug 9, 2017

Margaret Ann Hemphill (Duster – Harper) 2/11/47 – 8/9 /17

Hemphill, Margaret ‘Peggy’ Ann (Duster-Harper), 70, of Smithville, passed away surrounded by her family on August 9, 2017. Peggy was born and raised in Folcroft, PA. She received her Associates degree in Food and Beverage in 1991 from ACCC and began working at the Sands Hotel and Casino where she...

Andriea J. Cameron

Andriea J. Cameron

Aug 5, 2017

Andriea J. Cameron, 81, of Egg Harbor Twp., died peacefully in her sleep on Aug. 5, 2017. Andriea graduated Atlantic City High School in 1956. She was known for her dry sense of humor and love of gardening. She was proud of her collection of roosters and loved crocheting. She also loved playing cards with her children and grandkids. Her...

Muriel Donna Roselle

Muriel Donna Roselle

Aug 3, 2017

Roselle, Muriel Donna, 57, of Egg Harbor Twp., passed away August 3, 2017, surrounded by her family. Born in Montclair, NJ, she lived in Mays Landing for 7 years before moving to Egg Harbor Twp. 10 years ago. She was an animal lover, taking care of her cats, dogs and birds. She also loved to cook and take care of...

Michael S Barham

Michael S Barham

Jul 29, 2017

Barham, Michael S., Sr., - 72, of Pleasantville, passed away peacefully at home on July 29, 2017 after a courageous fight with cancer. He was born in Atlantic City on December 29, 1944. He graduated Atlantic City High School with the class of 1962 and was a lifelong resident of the area. He proudly served in the Air Guard/Air Force...

Patrick John Brennan

Patrick John Brennan

Jul 28, 2017

Brennan, Patrick (Paddy Boy), 41, of Atlantic City NJ, died Friday, July 28, 2017, after a hard fought battle with addiction. He was born to Anthony and Linda, August 25, 1975 in Ardmore, Pennsylvania. Patrick owned his own business, "CeCe Custom Remodeling" that he started in the image of his only daughter, Debra, whom he is survived by as well...