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TOM GOLDSCHMIDT-TEACHER EXTRAORDINARE

by Gus Danks | GCHS Alumnus Class of '63

(reprinted from The Maryan 1963 yearbook)

 

Tom was my English teacher at Gloucester Catholic High School in South Jersey fifty-five years ago. He died last week at the age of eighty-one. He graduated first in his class at Villanova many years ago and came back for a few years to his former high school to teach us and to serve as an excellent role model.

I told Tom on a few occasions that he was the best teacher I ever had - in high school or in college. He was an excellent lecturer and an elevating presence to students like me, who surely were in need of some elevation. He continued in teaching for many years at Moorestown High School before moving into the real estate industry.

It’s a Matter of Life and Death:

Growing Up in a Funeral Home and What I Learned Since 

 

by Lawrence J. (Gus) Danks (GCHS -1963)

 

Available on Amazon.com as a paperback and also as a Kindle e-book. (Kindle e-books can be viewed on tablets and phones, as well as on Kindle devices.)

The paperback is $9.97. The e-book is $2.99.

 

The Amazon book ordering page for it is HERE:

 

The book is not intended to be a money making effort, but one to help the reader find more happiness in life, assuage some of the natural curiosity about funeral homes that many have, and also to provide a source of encouragement to those facing serious illness or who are recovering from the loss of a family member or friend.

*GHS CLASS OF 1973 (and friends) Meet & Greet

 

Clancy's (Rt 130 Brooklawn Friday Night, November 9

 ...any time after 6...TILL?????

It's been 45 years!!! Come as you are, cash bar/food

CASUAL  get together and dance the night away...

(music provided by a DJ) 

NO TICKETS TO BUY. JUST SHOW UP!   

 But, please let us know if you can make to be sure they provide

 enough waitress staff/bartenders.

Questions  Call….

Gregg Francis:  609-206-4150   gfran55@comcast.net

Ellen Boulden 856-287-5469   ekb810@aol.com

Brooklawn School District Accepting Applications for School Choice Program

 

10/10 -10/31

Related: Alice Costello School

10/10 -10/31

Related: Alice Costello School

Lower Cape down GHS

Visiting Lower Cape made their first trip ever into the Lions Den and drove home with a 22-13 win. Capes Connor Eckel accounted for all the visitors points, scoring on runs of 1,1 and 32 yards. While the Lions were led by A.j. Radlingers  to TD runs of 7 and 2 yards.

With the loss the Lions fell to 2-5 and Lower Cape May improved to 5-3

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

Pictured below - Gavin Callahan

Pictured below - Lions AJ Radlinger

Childhood Cancer Awareness

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

Pictured below along with Cassidy (centered) are family and friends

September was Childhood Cancer Awareness month.  Gloucester City High School honored Cassidy Voll, a Junior and cancer survivor during halftime of the GHS vs. New Egypt football game.  She was accompanied by her family.

Throughout the past few weeks under the guidance of our Nurse, Mrs. Stewart, Cassidy and her GHS classmates coordinated multiple fundraisers to raise awareness for this powerful & important cause.  Mr. Gorman proudly communicated "that the Gloucester City High School community collectively raised well over $1,000 that will be donated to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in Cassidy's honor. 

CHOP provided excellent care to Cassidy  as she was diagnosed with Leukemia in the 6th grade.  That diagnosis led her to endure 5 rounds of chemotherapy.  She is now in remission but has been further challenged by results of the chemotherapy which have required her to have bilateral hip replacements and stem cell transplants.  Most recently, Cassidy braved through ankle replacements as physicians worried in the spring of 2017 that she may be facing lower leg amputations.  To say that Cassidy is the definition of "lionhearted" would be an understatement.  We are infinitely proud of Cassidy and endlessly grateful for the difference that she makes at Gloucester High School each day."

Cassidy released balloons in memory of children who lost their battle to cancer.

 

 

CNB SPORTS: 2018 GHS v New Egypt

 

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (October 12, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Both Gloucester High and Gloucester Catholic were in action tonight but, with very different results. The Lions hosted New Egypt where the locals lost 39 - 7, while the Rams went to Woodstown to gather their first win of the season 35-21

Photos Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

Dear Gloucester Catholic Alumni:

My name is Cara Keller Buckland '87, and I will be editing future editions of Ramblings for the Gloucester Catholic community. While I cannot duplicate the great work of Kathy Coghlan '68 as Ramblings past editor, I will do my best to keep the standard high as we share the good news and happenings of our tremendous alumni base.

The format will be similar for future editions, but I just wanted to highlight some of the "NEWS" we hope to publish:

OBITUARY: Kathryn F. Gager of Gloucester City

Kathryn “Cassie” F. Gager

 

On September 29, 2018, we lost our beloved Mother, Grandmother (Gee), Sister and Friend, Kathryn F. Gager (nee Hultgren). Born in Camden, NJ on September 24, 1949 to the late Thelma and Lawrence “Babe” Hultgren. Cassie is survived by her son, Samuel W. Gager, Jr. (Lisa); granddaughter, Samantha Gager; sister, Mary Ann Herbst; nieces, Donna Blair, Dana Miller and Jen Howey; great niece Jenni Miller and great nephew Eric Revelli. She is predeceased by her sisters, Tippie Revelli and May Johnson.

 

John Rieder of Delaware; Former Gloucester City Resident; Member of Mustangs Club; GHS Alumnus

 

MILLSBORO, DELAWARE (September 28, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--John Joseph Rieder, 83, of Millsboro, and formerly of Mt. Ephraim, N.J., passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018. He was born in Gloucester City, N.J., on November 16, 1934, to the late John and Laura Rieder.

Rieder retired from work at the Wonder Bread Company, where he worked as a delivery-person. In his younger years, he had also worked at the Camden Navy Ship Yard as a welder.

Football was Rieder’s favorite pastime. He was a member of the Mustang Club — a fan club for the Gloucester City semi-pro football team. He was very outgoing and an animal-lover, and loved golf and talking with his friends.

Gloucester High School Starting Strong under Sweeney | SJ Times

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ --Perhaps a positive sign for the Gloucester City High field hockey team's season came back in late August when the Lions had a scrimmage play-in day at Gateway High with Delsea and Paul VI.

Being a NJSIAA Group 1 school, the Lions held their own versus the competition.

Jason Allison, of Gloucester City; Union Tile Finisher, CC College Graduate, GCHS Alumnus

 

Jason Allison

Gloucester City NJ (September 26,2018)(CNBNewsnet) - On September 23, 2018, Age 48, peacefully went home to God. Cherished father of Kaitlyn M. Allison. Beloved son of William T. Allison, Sr. and Jo-Ann Allison (nee DiGiacomo). Beloved brother of Billy Allison and Patrice (Mark) Chambers. Devoted uncle of Nicholas, Jennifer, Jessica and Nicole. Survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and his faithful four- legged companion, Chloe.

 Jason was raised and lived in Gloucester City for his entire life. He was a 1988 graduate of Gloucester Catholic High School. Jason graduated from Camden County Community College with an Associates Degree. In May 1996, Jason started working as a tile finisher with Union Local # 7: Tile, Marble and Terrazio in New York City, New York. Presently, he is a 22 year active dues paying member of Union Local # 7 and was a proud hard-working member. Jason loved watching and cheering the Dallas Cowboys Football team. He enjoyed taking Kaitlyn to Avalon for vacation. Jason loved to fish and crab and spend time with his faithful four-legged friend, Chloe.

Friday Night Lights: Pleasantville vs. Gloucester High

Pleasantville HS visited the Gloucester City Lions in a Classic Division matchup. The Greyhounds proved to powerful for the Lions, taking home a 40 - 0 victory. With the loss the Lions dropped to 1-1 record, while Pleasantville remained unbeaten

Lions Marching Band

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

Lions Football

Photo's Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

 

Memories from the Past: Gloucester Owls

 UPDATED: Top row  last on right row - Bill Flynn’s son Mike  3rd on right - Looks like Rudy Weichmann (sic) Bottom row, last on right row - John Reader (answers submitted by Tom Bowe and Janet Bevan)

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (September 18,2018)(CNBNewsnet)--The Gloucester Owls baseball team  photo was submitted by Bob Kotter. He was able to pick out Steve Shimkus, bottom row kneeling second from the right. But that person was on the only one.

If you recognize anyone please forward their names to either CNBNews1@gmail.com or comment below on this photo. 

Letters to the Editor: Trish McNutt Green to be Enshrined in the County Sports Hall of Fame

Dear Friend/Family,

Fourteen years ago, after years of wishful anticipation, Camden County created a Sports Hall of Fame, sponsored by the Camden County Board of Freeholders. The initial induction ceremonies were impressive and have continued to improve. The 2018 class o f inductees will be enshrined on Thursday, October 25th, at the newly renovated Crown Plaza in Cherry Hill.

GHS Lions Opener Postponed

Tonight's scheduled opener against visiting Clayton was postponed until a further date. Heavy rains 30 minutes before kickoff forced the postponement

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

Mrs. Loretta A. McNulty, Longtime Gloucester High School Nurse Succumbs at age 97

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Woodbury – On September 6, 2018, Age 97. (nee Ackroyd). Of Woodbury, New Jersey, formerly of Gloucester City, New Jersey.  Widow for almost 58 years of Thomas J. McNulty, with whom she is now reunited. Loving mother to Thomas J. McNulty, Jr. (Wendy) and Loretta M. Kelly (Frank). Proud grandmother of Thomas McNulty Kelly (Chris Lattanzio), Susie Kelly Krone (David), Thomas J. (TJ) McNulty III, Colleen McNulty and Mary McNulty. “The Nurse” was the beloved and respected school nurse at Gloucester High School for many years and touched the lives of many students and faculty members. She had a quick wit and was a warm and loyal friend to many. At 97, she still had her sense of humor and an endless supply of spunk. She will be missed. Loretta was predeceased by her parents, James and Elizabeth Ackroyd, and by her sister Mary Ackroyd and her brothers Joseph L. Ackroyd and James E. Ackroyd, Jr.

Shirley Prepsel, of Bellmawr, formerly of Gloucester City; Pharmacy Tech, GHS Alumnus

 Shirley M. Prepsel

Shirley M. (Hart) Prepsel (nee Powell) of Bellmawr, formerly of Gloucester City, age 77. Predeceased by her beloved husband, Francis C. Prepsel, Sr. Beloved Mother to son, Joseph Hart and daughter, Denise Hart-Mazur (Mark). Loving Mimi to Louis (Kylie) and James Hart, Jeremy, Douglas and Jillian Mazur. Loving Step-mother to Frank Jr. (Dawn), Scott (Sara) and the late James Prepsel (Nancy). Step-grandchildren Samantha, Tatiana and Tyler. Survived by her first husband Dennis Hart. She is the daughter of the late Norman Powell and Eva M. (Powell) Shuster (nee Alber), and Step-father George Shuster. Loving sister to the late Gordon (Jake) Powell (Linda). Step-sister to Margaret Premone (Vince) and the late Ruthanne Tash. Aunt, Great-Aunt and Great-Great Aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Thomas J. Tedesco, Sr. of Gloucester City; US Army Veteran, Retired Carpenter Local 393

Captain Tommy T

 

Age 75, Of Gloucester City, Gandy’s Beach and Big Pine Key, Florida passed away peacefully at his son Tom’s home on August 30, 2018.

 

Predeceased by his wife of over 25 years Susan (Perovich) Tedesco and his parents Joseph and Marie (Klaus) Tedesco.

 

Survived by his three loving children Thomas Tedesco Jr., Michelle (Ken) Festa and Timothy (Donna) Tedesco. Six grandchildren Susan (Eric) Brooks, John (Emily) Tedesco, Anne Marie Tedesco, Samuel Festa, Isabella Festa and Michael Tedesco and one great-grandchild Dempsey Styan. His sister Marie Cole-Wiener (late Jim) and his brother Joseph (Peg) Tedesco Jr. Brother in law to Fran Thomas (late Gord), Theresa Stimelski (late Bob) and Mary Perovich (late Peter). Several cousins, nephews, nieces and many, many friends in his hometown, beach house and Big Pine Key.

James "Al" Hudson, formerly of Gloucester City; WW II Navy Veteran; GHS Alumnus Class of 1944

 

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Age 91 of Fort Myers, Fla. passed away August 22, 2018. Al was born in Gloucester City on October 3, 1926. He was the son of the late Gustave and Ruth Hudson (nee Goldy).

Al graduated from Gloucester High School June 1944. Upon graduation he enlisted in the US Navy during WWII where he served on the aircraft carrier USS Lake Champlain.  Following the Navy he attended Temple University from which he received a degree in Mechanical Engineering.  He retired from Campbell Soup Company after 34 years of service.

Gloucester Catholic Rams Baseball Camp

 

Gloucester Catholic Rams Baseball Camp

August 27th through August 30th

 POP BARTH FIELD

BROWNING ROAD

BROOKLAWN, NJ 

8:00am -12:00pm.  Cost $150

 Kids turning 12 and up in the fall - incoming freshmen 

Contact Josh Cassidy

for registration or questions  @ josh.cassidy2131@gmail.com

 

 

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Related: Gloucester Catholic Baseball South Jersey Non-Public B Champions

Gloucester Catholic Repeats

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC BASEBALL STATE CHAMPS

RELATED: Gloucester Catholic Wins State NPB Title

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Gloucester Catholic  Gloucester City   SPORT

Gloucester Catholic  Gloucester City   SPORT

Gloucester City High School Joint Class Reunion 1962 & 1963 set for Thursday, October 18th

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Gloucester City History

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Brooklawn Wiffleball 2018

The Annual Brooklawn Wiffleball was played today after being delayed due to last weeks rain. Today's fundraiser helped the New Jersey State Champions Gloucester Catholic Baseball.

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

 

 

 

  

 Pictured below the Mac Adams Family - Shane, Colin, Krystlin and Noelle Mac Adams

Photos of Tommy MacAdams' Wiffleball Reunion in Brooklawn

CNBNEWS PHOTOS BY J. TOWNSEND

BROOKLAWN, NJ--The Tommy MacAdams Wiffleball reunion is being played today at the Browning Road baseball field. Come on out and show your support. $20 per player. Mention “Rams” at registration to have half of the fee donated to Gloucester Catholic Baseball! 

PHOTOS BY J. TOWNSEND

Donald D. Brown, age 77 of Browns Mills, formerly of Gloucester City; Vietnam War Veteran

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BROWNS MILLS, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--Donald D. Brown of Browns Mills passed away peacefully Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at home. He was 77. Born in Woodbury, N.J., he was raised in Gloucester City, N.J., living in Browns Mills for the last 46 years.

Donald was a U.S. Army Vietnam veteran retiring in 1972, as an SFC-E7. He retired from the federal postal service after 20 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion, DAV Past Commander of Pemberton Post 27, VFW Past Commander of Browns Mills Post 6805 and an Honorary Commander of Joint Base MDL 2006-2007. He was also a Pemberton Township Councilman and a member of the Burlington County Republican Committee.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Helen. He is survived by his wife, Naree; two sons, Donald Marc Brown and Peter Brown; a daughter, Rebecca Brown; a stepson, Howard Eryou; three grandchildren, Peter, Noah, and Benjamin; and his brother, Harry Brown (Nancy).

Funeral services were held at the Moore Funeral Home, 371 Lakehurst Road, Browns Mills. Interment in the Brig. Gen. Wm. C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made to the VFW Post 6805, PO Box 413, Browns Mills, NJ 08015.

Video: Republican Candidate Paul Dilks Discusses Economic Development

 

 

The South Jersey Voice - Paul Dilks for Congress

Published on Aug 1, 2018

 

 

Paul Dilks and Steve Pakradooni discuss Economic Development and how Unions should be supporting Republicans and President Trump. It is worth listening to every word. Heard on WNJC on July 31st

 

source Paul Dilks

 

Related: Paul Dilks Announces Run for the First Congressional District 

*Save the Date: 3rd Annual Johnny Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Tournament

by gostrumGLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (CNBNewsnet)--The Johnny Gaudreau Scholarship Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the Blue Heron Country Club in Egg Harbor, NJ and will provide families with financial need the opportunity to give their sons and daughters a Gloucester Catholic High School education.

John F. Elenbark Jr., of Deptford; Retired Dupont Employee; GHS Alumi Class of '58

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DEPTFORD NJ (July 17, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--John F. Elenbark Jr. Deptford, N.J. John F. Elenbark Jr. (Pop) age 79, of Deptford passed away peacefully Saturday, July 14th, 2018 at Penn Presbyterian Hospital with his family by his side.

 

The son of the late John F. Elenbark Sr. and Alberta (nee Munn) Elenbark. John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Patricia (nee Legge), devoted father to Donna Walters (Joseph), Karen Nolan (Kevin), and John Elenbark (Jan Marie). His grandchildren Danielle, Michael (Paige), Kyle, Melissa, and Kaleigh. Also, by siblings Alberta Watson (William), and William Elenbark (Carol).

Roy A. Kraft, of Gloucester City, age 75; Vietnam War Army Veteran; GHS Alumnus Class of 61

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Gloucester City - On June 21, 2018. Age 75. Loving husband of 51 years to Linda Kraft. Loving father of Leana Crowther (John) and Niccole Kraft. Beloved brother of the late Christian and William Kraft. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Roy was a graduate of Gloucester City High School class of 1961. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam.

Interment with U.S. Army Honors will be private in Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Roy A. Kraft. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City Ph: 856-456-1142

James Nelson, age 29, of Bellmawr; Gloucester High Alumnus Class of 2007

James Allen Nelson

 

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (June 26, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Suddenly on June 23, 2018. Age 29. Of Bellmawr. Formerly of Gloucester City. Loving son of Christa Nelson Jost & Barry Jost and Lee & Michelle Nelson. Beloved brother of Danielle M. Nelson–Crespo & Alisa Crespo and step-brothers of, Jarvis Grant, Jared Jones, Barry Jost, Jr., and Steven Jost. Grandparents Edra Nelson, Walter Jost, and Meme Grant.

Tom "Choo-Choo" Murphy Succumbs; Past Brooklawn School Board Member; Retired Navy Yard Employee; U.S. Air Force Veteran

Thomas J. Murphy

 

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet

(Westville, NJ)(June 24, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)—Thomas J. Murphy, of Westville passed away on Thursday, June 21, 2018 at the age of 81.  He was known as Choo-Choo by his longtime friends.  Most of the time it was just Choo. And later in life he was known by some as Saint Thomas.

Are Little Towns on the Chopping Block? Rams Accolades; Plastic Bag Tax; Commentary

CNBNews Tips and Snippets

William E. Cleary Sr. | CNBNewsnet

 

MERGING LITTLE TOWNS IN NJ--The State of New Jersey is conducting a study on the possibility of merging the smallest towns in the state. There are a total of 191 communities on the table, according to NJ Advance Media. Nearly 200 of New Jersey's 565 towns could be slammed together as a potential cost-cutting measure to help ease the state's crushing tax burden.  Towns with populations of less than 5,000 people would be forced to merge with an adjacent town.

Some of those towns in the immediate area include Audubon Park (population 993), Avalon (population 1421), Brooklawn (1954), Cape May (3529), Clementon (4924), Gibbsboro (2157), Lawnside (2923). 

Through the good times and the bad

source: The Diocese of Camden

GLASSBORO, NJ (June 10,2018)(CNBNewsnet)--After Bishop Dennis Sullivan gave his homily — after he got some hearty laughs from the couples with a joke and then got them feeling sentimental by talking about the sacredness of marriage — came the renewal of promises and blessing of rings.

Husbands and wives turned to each other, joined hands and said in unison:

Margaret and Joseph Thomas, parishioners of Saint Mary Parish, Gloucester City, celebrating 50 years of marriage, participate in the offertory with presentation of gifts to Bishop Dennis Sullivan at the Wedding Anniversary Mass June 10. (Photo by James A. McBride)

Congressional Candidate Paul Dilks to Hold Campaign Rally in Gloucester City Saturday,12PM

 

Paul Dilks, Congressional Candidate in the First Congressional District of NJ 

Announces first Campaign Rally in Gloucester City 

  Republican Congressional Candidate Paul Dilks

 

TURNERSVILLE , NJ (June 15, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)–  Paul Dilks, former radio personality on The Big Talker 1210, WNJC 1360, WWDB 860, and 920 The Voice,  today announced he will have his first Campaign rally in the town where he was raised, Gloucester City, at Martins Lake at Johnsons Blvd and Baynes Avenues. After winning his Primary on June 5th, Paul has been laying the ground work for an aggressive campaign to unseat Donald Norcross and the Democratic Party who has held the seat since 1974. "We are seeing right now more than ever that the Party of Lincoln, the Republican Party is the Party of action. The party that gets things done.," said Dilks. 

HS BASEBALL: GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC REPEATS!

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HAMILTON TOWNSHIP NJ (June 9, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Gloucester Catholic beat DePaul Catholic 10-3 today at Veterans Park, to win the Non-Public B State Championship game.

Lady Lions S.J. Group 1 Champions

The Lady Lions defeated rival Audubon 1-0 in extra innings. Lions Meghan Ferry scored from second base with 2 outs in the 8th inning when pure determination by Emilee Hillman beat out an infield grounder.

Tentative date for next date is Thursday at Stockton College against New Egypt

Pictured Below Winning Pitcher Vanessa Pino, 3rd baseman Myranda Mc Cabe and 1st baseman Sam Palese

Pictured Below Meghan Ferry scores winning run

Pictured Below is Emilee Hillman

 

 

2018 Joe Hartman Diamond Classic: Hermits over Rams 4-3; Seneca over Lions 10-0

 

( CNBNews video)--Deptford High School May 12, 2018(CNBNEWS video)-The first round of the Diamond Classic. The bottom of the 5th Rams leading 3-2 Hermits Josh Hood hits a double scoring 2 runs. Final Hermits 4 Rams 3

by CNBNews Staff

DEPTFORD TOWNSHIP NJ (May 12, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)—St. Augustine and Gloucester Catholic met today in the first round of the 45TH Annual Joe Hartman Diamond Classic held at Deptford Township High School. The Rams got on the score board early in the first with two runs. The Rams held that lead until the fourth when the Hermits tied the game 2-2.  Top of the fifth the Rams jumped ahead by one.  In the bottom of the fifth the Hermits Josh Hood smacked a double driving home two runs to take the lead for good.

Mrs. Carol Sue Levins Succumbs; Gloucester City School District Teacher for 34 Years

Carol Sue Levins

Gloucester City (May 8, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)– Mrs. CarolSue Levins (nee Thompson) of Gloucester City passed away on May 5, 2018, surrounded by her family at home. She was 66.

CarolSue was a First Grade Teacher in the Gloucester City School District for 34 years.

Milton “Reb” Light Jr., of Gloucester City; World War II Army Veteran; Past Member of IBEW Union

Milton “Reb” Light Jr

 

GLOUCESTER CITY NJ (May 7, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Milton “Reb” Light Jr., 94 years old, long time resident of Gloucester City, NJ, passed away quietly in his sleep on April 29, 2018 in Santa Monica, Ca.  Born August 8, 1923, Chattanooga, TN. and was the only son of Milton and Dorothy Light. A World War II Army Veteran with B Company, 726th Amphibian Tractor Battalion, was Honorably Discharged in 1946, was awarded World War II Victory Ribbon, Good Conduct Medal, AP Theater Ribbon and two Bronze Service Stars.  He later became a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) until his retirement in 1988.

Ed Bowe Sr., Army Veteran, Bellmawr Police Special Officer; Former Gloucester City Resident

EDWARD M. BOWE, SR.
"Bowie”

BELLMAWR NJ (May 3, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Edward M. Bowe Sr., of Bellmawr passed away on  April 29, 2018, at his home surrounded by his wife and family. A former resident of Gloucester City, "Bowie" was 81. 

Ed is the beloved husband of Janet E. (nee Hendry), loving father of Edwina M. Milsted (David), Edward M. Bowe-Hellwig (Gary), Leslie B. Bowe (Paula), and dear brother of Thomas, Michael, Dorothy and the late Jack. He is also survived by his dear grandchildren Adam (Eileen), Rebekah (Anthony) and Hannah.

Ed was a devoted family man and was a U.S. Army Veteran. He was a long time and
dedicated employee of Adams Wholesalers, an Anderson Window Distributor, in Woodbury Heights, Bud’s Auto in Sewell and had also been a special officer for the Bellmawr Police Dept. for 25 years. Ed was also a member of USS New Jersey Lodge #62 F&AM, the Townsend C. Young VFW Post #3620 and the Sportsmen AC.

Ed will always be remembered for his kindness and devotion to his family and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 426 Monmouth St. in Gloucester City. Ed’s Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers his family has suggested memorial donations be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105-9959 or St. Padre Pio Shrine, c/o Newfield Bank, Attn: Kathy Valla, 18 West Blvd, Newfield, NJ 08344. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.etheringtonfh.com 

RELATED: 'Jersey Jack Bowe' A True 'Gloucesterite'

Ferry's 2 Home Runs Pace Lady Lions

Lions Meghan Ferry homered twice to help the Lady Lions post a 4-3 win over Gloucester Catholic Rams. The Rams had a chance to open the game up with bases loaded in the sixth, but slick fielding 2b Jordan Howey made a outstanding catch to end the threat.

Photo Courtesy of Bruce Darrow

Pictured Below Lions Meghan Ferry hits 1st of 2 home run

Pictured below Meghan Ferry is mobbed at the plate

Obituary: Dorothy Sauer, of Gloucester City

Mrs. Dorothy Sauer

 

Gloucester City NJ– On April 29, 2018. Age 85. (nee Gwynne) Loving wife of 62 years to the late Leonard R. Sauer, Jr. Loving mother of Keith A. (Patti), Kenneth E. (Lisa), George M. and the late Leonard R. Sauer, III (surviving Marie). Cherished grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 5. Also survived by her sister Margaret Hartnett, brother-in-law James Powell, sister-in-law Katherine Hodson and longtime friend Franny Brown.  

Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Wednesday evening, May 2nd, from 6 to 7 PM at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 325 S. White Horse Pike, Audubon, NJ 08106. Funeral service 7 PM in the church. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Gloucester City Senior Citizen’s Assoc., c/o 25 Barnard Ave, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Please memo, Dorothy E. Sauer.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Dorothy E. Sauer. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City.  Ph: 856-456-1142

Lions - Rams Sofball Match-up Wednesday

The Annual Gloucester City softball game against cross-town rivals Gloucester City Lady Lions and the Gloucester Catholic Lady Rams will be played Wednesday evening May 2, 7:00 pm at the Softball Complex on Johnson Blvd.

Photos by Bruce Darrow

Pictured below Rams Pitcher - Gianna Gussen

Pictured below Lions Third Baseman - Myranda Mc Cabe

Pictured below Rams Shortstop  - Maddie Burnite

Pictured below Lions Centerfielder - Emilee Hillman

 

'Billy Boy' Brandt Retired Gloucester City Patrolman; Vietnam War Marine Veteran

William A. Brandt

 

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (April 15, 2018)(CNBNewsnet)--Retired Gloucester City Police Officer William A. Brandt on April 3, 2018 at the age of. Cherished son of the late Joseph A. Brandt and Agnes E. Brandt (nee Conroy). Beloved brother of the late Michael J. "Mickey" Brandt and the late Joseph Brandt. Survived by his dear nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, godson Mason and friends. 

Bill was a graduate of Gloucester City High School class of 1964. He proudly served our county in the U.S.M.C. during Vietnam and was a patrolman for 25 years with the Gloucester City Police Department. He retired from that position in November, 1992.

Bill was a longtime member of the Townsend C. Young VFW Post #3620 in Gloucester, Brooklawn American Legion Post #72, U.S.M.C. League in Oaklyn and a life member of the State P.B.A Local #40. Known to his friends as "Billy Boy". He was very proud of his Irish heritage, an avid Phillies fan and loved the Jersey Shore. 

Lady Lions Softball Suffer 1st Round Loss

The Lady Lions lost the opening round game in the Annual Eastern Softball Tourney 10-9 to Camden Catholic. The Irish opened the game scoring 6 first inning runs before the Lions came to the plate.

The Lions roared back and entered the 7th inning tied at 9-9 before the Irish pushed the winning run across.

Photos courtesy of Bruce Darrow

 

Robert W. Weichmann of Brooklawn; Star Basketball Player, GHS Alumnus Class of '59

Robert W. Weichmann

On April 5, 2018, of Brooklawn, NJ, age 77. He was the beloved husband of Judith A. (nee Tubbs), loving father of Robert Jr. (Teresa), John (Rene) and Frank (Rupal) Weichmann and dear grandfather of Jacqueline, Sydney, Josef and Peyton. He was predeceased by his brothers Herbert and Rudolph.

Bob was a member of Gloucester City Memorial Athletic Association. A star basketball player in high school he was inducted into the Gloucester High School Hall of Fame, Camden County Sports Hall of Fame and the South Jersey Basketball Hall of Fame. He graduated from Gloucester City High School, Class of '59, and was a member of the Ray Fords Old Timers.

 

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 POWELL ST., GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ. Bob’s funeral service will be held 12:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be private at the request of his family. In lieu of flowers his family has suggested memorial donations be made to Gloucester High School Scholarship Committee, 1300 Market St., Gloucester City, NJ 08030.

 

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John L. Clifford Jr. , age 78, Navy Veteran, Past Commander of VFW Post 3620, GHS Alumni

John L. Clifford Jr.

On April 1, 2018, of Williamstown, NJ, age 78. He was the beloved husband for 54 years of Sandy (nee Harris), loving father of Michelle Gillespie (Joseph) and John W. Clifford (Denise), and dear brother of Elizabeth Rodgers and the late Mary Jane Clifford and Shirley Quinn. He is also survived by his dear grandchildren John, Brennan, Charles, Kasey, Morgan, great grandchild Phoenix and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

John was a lifelong resident of Gloucester City and a member of the 1957 graduating class of Gloucester High School. He was a Navy Veteran who served on the USS Aircraft Carrier Bennington CVS-20. John was a lifetime member and former Commander of Townsend C. Young VFW Post 3620, a member of the Williamstown American Legion Post 252 and was a diehard Eagles Fan.

 

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Saturday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 POWELL ST., GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ. John’s Funeral Service will be held 12:00 Noon at the funeral home. Interment will follow at the Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Monroe Twp., NJ. In lieu of flowers his family would appreciate memorial donations be made Townsend C. Young VFW Post 3620 Museum Fund, 27 N. Burlington St., Gloucester City, NJ 08030 or Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.

 

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Joan T. Murphy Age 74, of Gloucester City; Retired Secretary, St. Mary's Church Parishioner

On March 31, 2018.  Born in Camden, she was the daughter of the late John and Margaret (Lavin) Murphy. Joan is survived by her sisters, Mary Romania (Samuel), Veronica White, Patricia White, her brother Thomas Murphy (Ruth). Known as “Sweet Aunt Joan” to her many nieces and nephews, she was greatly loved and will be sadly missed by Anthony, Rachel, Vincent, Trevor and Natalie. She was also predeceased by her special niece, Joyce Graham who passed in February of 2016.

Joan retired after 35 years of service with American Arbitration in Philadelphia, where she worked as a secretary. She was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and loved spending time with family.

 

Maryland's Natural Resources Careers Camp Accepting Applicants for July 2018

 

Annual Weeklong Program Offered for Grades 9-12

Students observe stream wildlife at Casselman River Bridge State Park during the 2017 Natural Resources Career Camp.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites high school students with an interest in forestry, fisheries, wildlife or parks management to participate in Natural Resources Careers Camp, July 22-28 at Hickory Environmental Education Center in Garrett County.

Obituary: William F. Kipp Jr., age 77, of Gloucester City; U.S. Army Veteran; Roofer

On March 19, 2018.  Born in Atlantic City, he was the son of the late William F. Kipp, Sr. and Milrdred (Darcy) Kipp.  Beloved father of Jackie Karge and Cheryl Pace, grandfather of Nicole and Frankie Karge, Collin and Evan Pace. Bill is also survived by his best friends, Duke, Butch, Johnnie D. and Carter.

Bill honorable survived his country in the U.S. Army. He later worked as a self- employed roofer in Cherry Hill.

Honoring his wishes, all services will be held privately at a later date. There will be no viewing.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of William F. Kipp, Jr.  Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City.  Ph: 856-456-1142