The Trentonian, Judy Adriatico HORSHAM, Pa. - Judy Adriatico of Horsham, formerly of North Wales and Trenton, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2014. She was 74. Judy was the beloved wife of Joseph Adriatico with whom she had shared 60 years of marriage. She was born in Bristol, PA, a daughter of the late John and Florence (nee DeCore) Venturino. The love of Judy's life was being the Matriarch of her family, helping and supporting when needed. As a family they owned and operated Mr. Pizza in Lansdale and more recently she worked with Primary EyeCare Associates in Horsham. In addition to her husband she is survived by two daughters Joann McPhillips and her husband David and Susan Adriatico-Ramjeet and her husband Damien, two grandchildren Matt and Nicole McPhillips, a sister Ceil Crea and her husband Tony, a brother John Venturino and his wife Fran, a sister-in-law Dot Gervasio, a brother-in-law Buzzy Adriatico and many loving nieces and nephews. Her life was completed when her grandchildren were born. She considered them her "King and Queen". She loved spending time with her precious toy poodles Louie and Deigo, and spending every Sunday sharing a big Italian dinner with her family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Celebration of Life services on Monday, February 3, 2014, 11:30 a.m. in the Wayside chapel at Whitemarsh Memorial Park, 1169 Limekiln Pike, Ambler. Her Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers please send a memorial in Judy's name to the Women's Humane Society, 3839 Richlieu Rd., PO Box 1470, Bensalem, PA 19020 or VOSH Pennsylvania, 544 Haws Ave, Norristown, PA 19401. Schneider Funeral Home, Hatboro www.schneiderfuneralhome.netx
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Judy Adriatico HORSHAM, Pa. - Judy Adriatico of Horsham, formerly of North Wales and Trenton, passed away...
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Gloria L. Lucidi HAMILTON - Gloria L. Lucidi, 80, of Hamilton passed away Tuesday at Compassionate Care...
The Trentonian, Gloria L. Lucidi HAMILTON - Gloria L. Lucidi, 80, of Hamilton passed away Tuesday at Compassionate Care Hospice, Trenton. Born in Hazelton, PA, she was a Trenton area resident for most of her life. A Graduate of Trenton High School, Gloria was retired from Carter Wallace, Inc. of Cranbury, where she was a Laboratory Technician and was previously employed as a machine operator at Bayer Aspirin, Hamilton. She was a member of St. Raphael's Church, Hamilton and a former member of Immaculate Conception Church, Trenton. An Honorary Life Member of the Deborah Hospital Foundation, she was a member of both the Hamilton and Bordentown Chapters and actively promoted the foundation to this day. Daughter of the late George and Margaret Alampi Reigel, she is survived by her loving husband Angelo Lucidi, her sons Robert White of Bensalem, PA and James White of Hamilton, her daughter Peg Frisoli of Trenton, her sister Virginia Pisano of Browns Mills, 3 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 8:45 AM from Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton (www.KingstonandKemp.com). Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 AM at St. Raphael's Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton. Entombment will follow at St. Mary's Mausoleum, 1200 Cedar Lane, Hamilton. Relatives and friends may call on Monday from 6 to 9 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Gloria's honor to Deborah Hospital Foundation, 212 Trenton Road, Browns Mills, NJ 08015 or, online, at www,deborahfoundation.org.
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Bret H. Hedden LAWRENCEVILLE - Bret H. Hedden, 55, of Lawrenceville, passed away on Tuesday, January 21,...
The Trentonian, Bret H. Hedden LAWRENCEVILLE - Bret H. Hedden, 55, of Lawrenceville, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at home. Born in Trenton, Bret was a lifelong area resident. He was an assembly worker for Terracycle Inc. in Trenton for many years of service. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia "Trish" Donoher of Lawrenceville; one son, Bret H. Hedden Jr. of Scranton, PA; one daughter, Alice M.J. Smith of Bushkill, PA; two step- daughters, Taylor Delate and Kendall Donoher both of Lawrenceville; his parents, Douglas 'Pappy" Hedden and wife Rose of Plumsted, NJ; Alice Worthington Hedden of Strasburg, PA; three brothers, Douglas and Michael Hedden of FL; Moody Hedden of PA; one aunt, Ethel Dwyer of Yardville; several nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and his beloved dog Sara. Funeral services were private and at the convenience of the family. Arrangements were by the M. William Murphy Funeral Home 935 Parkway Ave. in Ewing. Visit www.murphyfh.com. In lieu of flowers, mass cards are welcomed.
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Elizabeth Kownacki HAMILTON - Elizabeth Kownacki 94 of Hamilton passed away Thursday January 30, 2014 Mrs....
The Trentonian, Elizabeth Kownacki HAMILTON - Elizabeth Kownacki 94 of Hamilton passed away Thursday January 30, 2014 Mrs. Kownacki was born in Bordentown, she resided in Trenton before moving to Hamilton She retired after 18 years as a Hamilton Township Crossing Guard. Daughter of the late Harry Nevius McCullough and Mary Buffin McCullough Wife of the late Alexander Kownacki Sr. She is survived by her 8 children Alexander Kownacki Jr. of Hamilton Joseph & Lena Kownacki of Lambertville Judy & Edward Pierson of Trenton Harry & Ann Kownacki of Yardville Gloria & Phillip Hawkes of Lawrence James & Phyllis Kownacki of Lawrence Nancy & Phil Groce of New York Many grandchildren and great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren. Funeral services will be 11:00am Monday at Knott's Colonial Funeral Home, 2946 South Broad St. Hamilton Father Art of St. Matthias Church will officiate Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery Relatives and friends may call Monday 9:30 -11:00am at the funeral home.
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Dorothy Morris Riley HAMILTON TWP. - Dorothy "Dot" Morris Riley, 88, of Hamilton Twp. died peacefully at...
The Trentonian, Dorothy Morris Riley HAMILTON TWP. - Dorothy "Dot" Morris Riley, 88, of Hamilton Twp. died peacefully at home, Wednesday, January 28, 2014 with her loving family at her bedside. Born and raised in Bradentown, Florida, Mrs. Riley was a trenton and Hamilton Twp. resident most of her life. She retired in 1998 after 25 years of service as the Night Shift Maintenance Supervisor at the Notre Dame High School. Dot was previously employed with the Westinghouse Electric Lamp plant on Pennington Avenue. She was a "die-hard" Dallas Cowboys football fan. dot loved spending quality timne with her grand and great-grandchildren. Also, she enjoyed her home vegetable garden and growing house plants. Daughter of the late Joshua P. and Eva McLemore Morris. Mother of the late Harry J. Riley. Sister of the late Wally Lamuel Morris; Junior Belford Morris; J.T. Morris; Otis Alvin Morrix and Esther Morris. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Harry E. Riley; her daughter & SIL: Joan A. & Richard K., Sr. Buckley of Hamilton; four grandsons and their spouses: Richard K., Jr. & Joan Buckley of Hamilton Twp.; Kevin J. & Christine Buckley of Hamilton Twp.; Phillip T. & Karen Buckley of Robbinsville; and Joseph H. & Karin Buckley of Ewing Twp; five greatgranchildren: Meghan; Abigail; Nicholas; Devon and Jack; two sisters: Ruby Virginia Ware of Georgia and Lovie Florence Brown of Florida, as well as several nieces/nephews and her faithful Chihuahua companion, Oreo. Funeral Services will be held Monday afternoon, February 3, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the WINOWICZ FUNERAL HOME, Corner Adeline & Beattuy Streets with Very Rev. Dennis A. Apoldite, Paster, Divine Mercy parish officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Hamilton Twp. Calling hours will be Monday morning from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.(time of service) at the funeral home.
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Mary Ann Whartenby LAWRENCEVILLE - Mary Ann Whartenby, 67, of Lawrenceville, a loving wife, mother,...
The Trentonian, Mary Ann Whartenby LAWRENCEVILLE - Mary Ann Whartenby, 67, of Lawrenceville, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2014 peacefully in her home. Born in Trenton, she was a life-long area resident. She was a senior clerk for the State of New Jersey and an instructional assistant for the Lawrence Township School System. She was a member of St. Mary's of the Assumption Catholic Church in Trenton, a member of the Delaware Valley and Young at Heart Doll Clubs. Daughter of the late Michael E. and Mary Stanik Hatrak; she is survived by her husband, Norman Whartenby II; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Robert and Brianna Whartenby of Pennington, Michael and Elizabeth Whartenby of Doylestown, PA; a sister and brother-in-law, Irene A. and Henry Poreda of Henderson, NV; a grandson, Ethan Oliver Whartenby. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday February 4th 10:00 a.m. at St. George RC Church, 1370 River Road, Titusville. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Assumption Cemetery, Hamilton. Friends may call Monday from 6-8 p.m. and Tuesday from 9:00-9:30 a.m. at the Wilson-Apple Funeral Home, 2560 Pennington Road, Pennington. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2600 US Hwy One, North Brunswick, NJ 08902 or the American Diabetes Association, 13 Sunflower Ave, Paramus, NJ 07652. To send a condolence, visit www.wilsonapple.com.
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LAWRENCEVILLE - James Anthony Sportelli, 60, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully at his home on...
The Trentonian, LAWRENCEVILLE - James Anthony Sportelli, 60, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday. Born in Princeton he was a lifelong area resident. He retired after many years of service from East Windsor Township. Brother of the late Richard J. Sportelli, he is survived by two daughters, Jamie and Paige Sportelli of Florida, his mother, June Sportelli of Hamilton, four brothers, Michael F. Sportelli, Gary and Terri Sportelli, all of Hamilton, Edward J. and Terri Sportelli of Mesa, AZ, Ronald B. Sportelli of Trenton, a sister, Marion and Robert Foster of Robbinsville and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral services and burial will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Buklad Memorial Home.
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Edna I. Burton TRENTON - Edna I. Burton age 73 passed away Jan. 28, 2014 at home. Born in Onancock, VA and...
The Trentonian, Edna I. Burton TRENTON - Edna I. Burton age 73 passed away Jan. 28, 2014 at home. Born in Onancock, VA and was a lifelong Trenton resident. She was a graduate of Trenton Central High School and Mercer County Community College. Edna was a Supervisor at the Department of Treasury Division of Pension. Preceded in death by two brothers James Leroy and Elwood George, five sisters Ida Jane George, Susan Stephens, Margaret Miller, Emma Clegg, and Daisy George. She is survived by a sisters Renna Jenkins, three children Edward Burton, Barbara Burton, and Carmella George, grandchildren Rahshaun Burton, Tianna Burton, Christina Burton, Alarise Bragg, Amarah Burton, Daphne Burton, Elijah Moore, and Corteria Davis, great grandchildren Zyasia, Terrance, Damien, and Tah'jae, a host of special nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service will be 11am Mon Feb. 3, 2014 at the Hughes Funeral Home 324 Bellevue Ave Trenton, NJ. Calling hours will be 9am until time of service at the funeral home. Interment Greenwood Cemetery Hamilton, NJ.
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Mabel Kraynick HAMILTON - Mabel "Mae" Kraynick, 93, of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014...
The Trentonian, Mabel Kraynick HAMILTON - Mabel "Mae" Kraynick, 93, of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at Hamilton Continuing Care in Hamilton. Born in Trenton, Mrs. Kraynick was a lifelong area resident. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Church. She also enjoyed crocheting. Mabel was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Daughter of the late John and Ella (Woolverton) Edwards; beloved wife of the late Michael J. Kraynick; sister of the late Oscar Riegel; she is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Arlene and Richard Kandrac, Linda and Thomas Katona; three grandchildren, Paul Katona, Scott Katona and wife Jessie, Michele and husband Philip Ganz; a great-grandson, Joseph Katona, and two more due in the spring; a sister, Ella Fessler; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, February 3, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 3816 E. State St. Ext., Hamilton, NJ. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, 1800 Hamilton Ave., Hamilton, NJ. Family and friends may call Monday morning from 8:30 am to 10:30 am at the Hamilton Brenna-Cellini Funeral Home, 2365 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the charity of the donor's choice. For more information please visit www.brennacellinifuneralhomes.com
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Craig T. Bell Pennington- Craig T. (Pete) Bell, 85, entered into eternal rest on Sunday February 2 after a...
The Trentonian, Craig T. Bell Pennington- Craig T. (Pete) Bell, 85, entered into eternal rest on Sunday February 2 after a brief stay at the hospice pavilion in Chandler Hall, Newtown Pennsylvania. Pete, as he was more commonly known, was born June 9, 1928 in Wenham Massachusetts. After growing up in Beverly Massachusetts and graduating high school, Pete joined the Marines and was very proud to be a Marine Sergeant veteran. He graduated Colby College in Waterville Maine in 1953. After moving to New Jersey, Pete married Carol Theresa Enright August 25, 1956. They moved to Pennington in 1974. Pete retired from NECA (National Exchange Carrier Association) as Director of Data Systems in 1990. Pete was the epitome of a gentleman and a scholar, from his impeccable etiquette to his extensive knowledge on most subjects. He had a true presence about him and was well liked and respected by those that knew him. Pete's passions were his family, beagle Buster, reading and his staunch Conservative Republican beliefs. Pete is predeceased by his parents Gordon and Beatrice, his brother Gordon Jr. and his wife Carol. He is survived by his devoted daughter Barby (Bell) Mandy and son in law Don, his lifelong pal and son Peter Bell, daughter in law Debbie and his three treasured grandchildren Meghan, PJ, and Kathryn (whom he affectionately referred to as Katie) Bell. In addition, he will be especially remembered by his special friend Viola Udy, compatriot and kindred spirit John Mandy, as well as many additional family, friends and wonderful neighbors. Family and friends may call from 6-8 pm this Wednesday February 5th at the Wilson Apple Funeral Home, 2560 Pennington Road, Pennington. Burial will be private and take place in Beverly, Massachusetts. To send a condolence, visit www.wilsonapple.com.
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HAMILTON - Elmer Wyckoff 97 of the Whitehorse section of Hamilton passed away Saturday February 1, 2014 at...
The Trentonian, HAMILTON - Elmer Wyckoff 97 of the Whitehorse section of Hamilton passed away Saturday February 1, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Wyckoff was born in Trenton, he lived in Whitehorse most of his life. A parishioner of St. Raphael-Holy Angels Parish He is a retired Industrial Engineer from DeLaval He was a member of the Hamilton Civitan Club and Peddie Golf Club He formerly owned and flew his oun Air Plane, he was a home builder and a Graduate of Hamilton High School Class of 1934 Son of the late, Alex & Margaret Forsthoffer Wyckoff Husband of the late, Marie Schweder Wyckoff ather of the late, Barry Wyckoff Brother of the late, Carolyn Turner Surviving are his Daughter, Arlene Cominski of Westampton, NJ daughter in law, Patricia Wyckoff of Hamilton 4 grandchildren, Charlene Riely, Michael Tulli, Melissa Wyckoff and Barry Wyckoff his brother, Alex Wyckoff of Whitehose Brother in law and sister in law, Robert & Sandra Schweder of Delran Nieces, Lynne Wise, Kerri Wise and Kelly Wise all of Whitehorse. Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00am Wednesday at St. Raphael Church, 3500 South Broad St. Hamilton Entombment will be in Colonial Memorial Park Relatives and friends may call Wednesday 9:00 - 10:30am at Knott's Colonal Funeral Home, 2946 South Broad St. Hamilton.
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HAMILTON - Mabel "Mae" Kraynick, 93, of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at Hamilton...
The Trentonian, HAMILTON - Mabel "Mae" Kraynick, 93, of Hamilton, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 at Hamilton Continuing Care in Hamilton. Born in Trenton, Mrs. Kraynick was a lifelong area resident. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Sorrows Church. She also enjoyed crocheting. Mabel was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Daughter of the late John and Ella (Woolverton) Edwards; beloved wife of the late Michael J. Kraynick; sister of the late Oscar Riegel; she is survived by her two daughters and sons-in-law, Arlene and Richard Kandrac, Linda and Thomas Katona; three grandchildren, Paul Katona, Scott Katona and wife Jessie, Michele and husband Philip Ganz; a great-grandson, Joseph Katona, and two more due in the spring; a sister, Ella Fessler; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, February 3, 2014 at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 3816 E. State St. Ext., Hamilton, NJ. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, 1800 Hamilton Ave., Hamilton, NJ. Family and friends may call Monday morning from 8:30 am to 10:30 am at the Hamilton Brenna-Cellini Funeral Home, 2365 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the charity of the donor's choice. For more information please visit www.brennacellinifuneralhomes.com
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Daniel J. Accardi EWING - Daniel J. Accardi, 32, of Ewing, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at...
The Trentonian, Daniel J. Accardi EWING - Daniel J. Accardi, 32, of Ewing, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at home. Born in Trenton, Dan was a lifelong area resident. He was a self employed photographer, serving the area. Dan was a graduate of Ewing High School and Mercer County Community College. He was an advocate for Tourette's Syndrome, he enjoyed photography, and loved his family trips to Ocean City, and New York City. Grandson of the late Marie and Joseph Accardi, he is survived by his parents, Andrew L. and Kathleen Staats Accardi, his maternal grandparents, Marie and Harold Staats of New Smyrna Beach, FL, one aunt, Suzanne Staats, three uncles, Joseph Accardi; Craig Staats and his wife Robin; Kurt Staats and his wife Leslie; many cousins, friends, and a special friend, Arielle Leamann. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church 137 West Upper Ferry Rd., West Trenton. Burial will be in Ewing Cemetery, Ewing. Calling hours will be Wednesday morning from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. at the M. William Murphy Funeral Home 935 Parkway Ave. in Ewing. Visit www.murphyfh.com.
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Louis C. Coleman Louis C. Coleman, 84, of Matawan, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2014 at Victoria...
The Trentonian, Louis C. Coleman Louis C. Coleman, 84, of Matawan, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2014 at Victoria Healthcare. Born in Virginia he was a long time Allentown area resident. A U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Korean War, Louis was a talented singer, performing on various stages including "The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson", "The Nat King Cole Show" as well as many area colleges including Rider College, Trenton State College and Rutgers University. Louis retired from Global Security and worked as a horse trainer for Showplace Farms in Millstone. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church, was active in local veterans' organizations and was an avid harmonica player. Son of the late Thomas and Lucille Coleman, he is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sylvia Brannon Coleman; his son, Raymond Coleman and his fiance Trina Davis of Trenton; a brother, Ernest Coleman of Bordentown; a sister, Ida Bell Hamilton of Willingboro, two grandsons, Raymond Rhoads of Yardville and Elijah Fields of Trenton and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held 12:15 pm on Thursday, February 6th at Peppler Funeral Home, 114 So. Main St. Allentown. Interment will follow in Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery in Arneytown. Friends may call Thursday from 11am until the time of service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
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Barbara Caroline Remizowski EWING - Barbara Caroline Remizowski Falcey, age 79 died Friday at Capital...
The Trentonian, Barbara Caroline Remizowski EWING - Barbara Caroline Remizowski Falcey, age 79 died Friday at Capital Health Hopewell Campus. She is survived by her sons, Simon Falcey and his wife Sharon, Joseph Falcey, three daughters, Patricia and Brian Millen, Geneva and Timothy Damiani and Amy and Carey Oshel. Barbara is the grandmother of Brian Millen Jr.,and Tiffany Baldino, Sarah and Daniel Damiani, Victoria and Matthew Oshel and Sean Falcey. She also recently became a great grandmother to Henry Millen. She has a sister Dorothy Persell of Lawrenceville and a brother, John Remizowski of South Carolina. Mom, you will be missed. We'll meet again. May you rest in Peace. There will be no services. Donations can be made in Barbara's name to the Mercer County Wildlife Center, , 1748 River Rd., Titusville, NJ 08560.
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James B. Kenney HAMILTON - James B. Kenney, 96, of Hamilton passed away Sunday at Compassionate Care...
The Trentonian, James B. Kenney HAMILTON - James B. Kenney, 96, of Hamilton passed away Sunday at Compassionate Care Hospice, Trenton. Born in Trenton, he was an area resident all of his life. He retired from Fedders Air Conditioning Co., Edison as a manager after many years with the company at both the Edison and, prior to that, the Trenton location. He was also previously employed as a tool and die maker at Delaval in Hamilton. James was an active member of the Colonial Fire Co. Auxillery and the Colonial Seniors Group. He was a gifted maker of and restorer of stained glass. Son of the late Kenneth and Mildred Young Kenney, brother of the late Myrtle (Ellen) Robertson and father of the late Barbara DiNatale and Mary Ellen Hendrick, he is survived by his wife of 72 years Marguerite "Marge" Young Kenney, his son and daughter-in-law James and Marcia Kenney of Hamilton Sq., his grandchildren Shannon Marabello and husband Darren, Tracy Beckett and husband Peter, Sandy Munden and Mark Rinz and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be Friday, February 7, 2014 at 8:45 a.m. from Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton (www.KingstonandKemp.com). Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. at St. Anthony's Church, 626 S. Olden Ave., Hamilton. Interment will follow at Upper Tinicum Church Cemetery, Jugtown Hill Rd., Erwinna, PA. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday, February 6, 2014, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made in James' honor to Compassionate Care Hospice Foundation, 11 Independence Way, Newark, DE19713 or, online, at www.cchfoundation.net.
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Vernice Louise Oliver-Smith EWING - Vernice Louise Oliver-Smith, 84 of Ewing departed this life on Monday,...
The Trentonian, Vernice Louise Oliver-Smith EWING - Vernice Louise Oliver-Smith, 84 of Ewing departed this life on Monday, January 27, 2014 at Capital Health, Hopewell Campus Born in Trenton, NJ, Vernice was a lifelong area resident and was educated in the Trenton Public School System. She graduated from Trenton Central High School in 1948. She attended Mercer County Community College. She was employed at Mercer County Special Services School District as a teacher's assistant. Vernice was a faithful and dedicated member of Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries, Inc. where she served as President of the Gospel Chorus and Kitchen Supervisor. She was a part of the Parenting Committee at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. Vernice was predeceased by her husband, Algero Smith, Jr.; her parents, Bertha and Bonnie Oliver; a son, Roy Smith; four brothers and two sisters. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert D. and Sharon Smith of Westampton, NJ; a daughter, Vonita Smith of Florence, NJ; two granddaughters, Janelle of Brooklyn, NY and Shannon of Brigantine, NJ; one brother, Ahmad Ali (Phyllis); two sisters, Betty Brown and Thelma Sharper (Abraham) all of Trenton, NJ; four sisters-in-law, Gloria Clark, Agnes Jackson, Francis Moody, and Yvonne Oliver; her childhood friend, Marguerite Bingham; three special nieces, Shawn Oliver, Cynthia Brown, and Talaya Needom; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Funeral Services will be Monday, February 3, 2014 at 11am at Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries 1217 Calhoun St. Trenton, NJ 08638. Interment will be in Ewing Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday from 9am to 11am at the church. Arrangements are by Campbell Funeral Chapel, Trenton.
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John M. Owens HAMILTON - John M. Owens, 82, of Hamilton Square, entered heaven in the arms of his Heavenly...
The Trentonian, John M. Owens HAMILTON - John M. Owens, 82, of Hamilton Square, entered heaven in the arms of his Heavenly Father on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Lourdes Specialty Hospital of Southern New Jersey, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Trenton, he was a lifelong area resident. Mr. Owens was a graduate of Trenton Central High School, Class of 1949. He served in the U.S. Navy both active duty and reserves receiving an honorable discharge. In his early years, he was employed with Acme Hamilton where he was an Assembly Line Worker, Tow Motor Operator and assisted in their Distribution Department. He was later employed with C.V. Hills Refrigeration for many years Assembling Merchandise until his retirement. Mr. Owens also served as the Head Bartender at the Granada of Hamilton which was owned by his close friends. Mr. Owens was a member of St. Gregory the Great where he loved and worshiped his God. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He was the most loving, caring, hard working and supportive husband and father. He was a proud "Pop" who adored his grandchildren and always supported them in their activities, sports, and performances. "Pop" loved everyone and had a special place in his heart for all. He had a passion for coaching Baseball and Soccer to children of all ages. "Pop" loved music, singing, the Beach, watching game shows, playing card, telling jokes and spending time with his family and close friends. He enjoyed watching sports, always supporting the Phillies but, he was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan and always dressed head to toe in their attire. Husband of the late, Filomena C. (Cannuli) Owens, father of the late, John J. Owens, and brother of his ten late brothers and sisters; he is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Phyllisann and Richard E. Danley of Hamilton Square; his grandchildren, Jason R. Danley and his fianc, Kyla Redmond, Dawn M. and Joseph D. Capizzi, Jr., Heather L. and Alisa T. Danley, all of Hamilton; his two sister-in-laws; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews; and his beloved companions, "Tinkerbell and Mitsy". Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 7, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Saul Colonial Home, 3795 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. still awaiting a call back from St. Gregory's to confirm at St. Gregory the Great RC Church, 4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, Hamilton, NJ. Family and friends may call on Thursday, February 6, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Saul Colonial Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Owens's memory to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia where his granddaughter Alisa was treated and is now a 12 year survivor. www.saulfuneralhomes.com
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Thelma A. Sturgis RICHMOND VIRGINIA - Thelma A. Sturgis, 95, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on...
The Trentonian, Thelma A. Sturgis RICHMOND VIRGINIA - Thelma A. Sturgis, 95, of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2014 at the Masonic Home of Virginia in Richmond, VA. Born in Trenton, NJ, Mrs. Sturgis lived in Ewing for 35 years, moved to Estero, FL 16 years, Hamilton for five years, and then moved to Richmond, VA and has been living there for the past seven and a half years. Mrs. Sturgis was a graduate of Trenton High School and St. Francis School of Nursing, Class of 1939. She was a Registered Nurse, working at St. Francis Medical Center in Trenton for many years. She then worked at H.D. Lee Company in Trenton, as a Personnel Manager, before retiring in 1971. Mrs. Sturgis was a former member of the Morning Star Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star and a Past Mother Advisor for Trenton Assembly #9, International Order of Rainbow for Girls. Predeceased by her husband, Charles H. Sturgis, Jr., her parents, Leslie F. and Helena E. (Patrick) Armstrong and her son-in-law, Richard F. Anthony; she is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law, Pamela and Daniel Rose of Midlothian, VA and Patricia Anthony of Hamilton; her five grandchildren, Rebecca Anthony-Ercolino and her husband, John, Sandra DePew and her husband, Kenneth, Karen Kline and her husband, Douglas, Scott Rose and his wife, Amber, and Thomas Anthony; and her eight great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Saul Colonial Home, 3795 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Interment will follow at Ewing Cemetery, Ewing, NJ. Family and friends may gather on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of services at Saul Colonial Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Sturgis's memory to the Masonic Home of Virginia (M.A.H.O.V.A.), 500 Masonic Lane, Henrico, VA 23223. www.saulfuneralhomes.com
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Elizabeth A. Edwards HAMILTON - Elizabeth A. Edwards, 79, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday,...
The Trentonian, Elizabeth A. Edwards HAMILTON - Elizabeth A. Edwards, 79, formerly of Hamilton, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2014 in Halifax Health Hospice of Volusia/Flagler, Port Orange, FL. Born in Trenton, she was a lifelong area resident before moving to Florida in 1999. Mrs. Edwards was a graduate of the Middlesex School of Nursing at Wesleyan University in Middletown, CT, Class of 1955. After raising her children, she was employed with the Trenton Psychiatric Hospital as a Registered Nurse for many years before her retirement. Mrs. Edwards loved music and singing and always enjoyed an evening out that involved serenading (or entertaining) friends with her beautiful voice. Predeceased by her parents, Audrey and Edward G. Robbins; she is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Gregg M. Edwards of Bordentown and Gary F. and Patricia Edwards of Roebling; her daughter and son-in-law, Kristine and Joseph Leston of Holly Hill, FL; her sister, Susan L. Robbins of Lawrenceville; her four grandchildren, Ami Miller, Cody John, Amelia and Christopher Edwards; and her two great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Daniel, Jr. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Saul Colonial Home, 3795 Nottingham Way, Hamilton, NJ. Family and friends may gather from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Saul Colonial Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Edwards' memory to the Halifax Health Hospice of Volusia/Flagler, 3800 Woodbriar Trail, Port Orange, FL 32129. www.saulfuneralhomes.com
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