Obituaries

Frank John Mckernan

Frank John Mckernan

Sep 16, 2021

McKernan, Frank J., 93, of Galloway, passed away September 16, 2021. Born in New York City, NY, he was a long-time resident of Paramus, NJ before moving to Galloway 35 years ago. Frank was a graduate of Union City High School and was a veteran of the US Navy, serving during World War II. Frank was a chemist with Lever...

Joseph Richard Seif

Joseph Richard Seif

Sep 11, 2021

In the late afternoon of September 11th, 2021 the world lost an extraordinary man, Joseph Richard Seif, III passed due to an unexpected motorcycle accident. Born on September 21, 1974, in Somers Point, New Jersey. He lived most of his life in both Florida and New Jersey. Joseph was the son of the late Joseph Richard Seif Jr. and his...

Dennis Allen Scardilli

Dennis Allen Scardilli

Sep 10, 2021

In loving memory of Dennis Allen Scardilli, we are saddened to announce his passing on September 10, 2021. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. Born in Iselin, NJ, he grew up in Absecon, NJ. He was a solo Attorney for the last 15 years. He was a veteran with the US Army, serving in the ROTC...

Carol Lorraine Thomas

Carol Lorraine Thomas

Sep 10, 2021

Carol Lorraine Thomas (Irwin), of Absecon, passed away peacefully on Friday September 10, 2021. She was 86 years old and the faithful wife of Ken Thomas, who passed away in 1995. Carol was a lifelong resident of Absecon, a former member of the United Methodist Church and a current member of the Absecon Presbyterian Church since the early 80’s, where...

Jonathan R. Babcock

Jonathan R. Babcock

Sep 4, 2021

Jonathan R. Babcock, 73, of Ventnor, passed away on 09.04.21, after a long battle with cancer. He was the son of the late Reuben Babcock III and Grace Andrews Babcock of Absecon. Jon was an art teacher, architect, carpenter, clammer, and fisherman. He was predeceased by his sister; Barbara, and wife; Linda 2. He is survived by his daughter; Joanna,...

Pauline Huddy

Pauline Huddy

Sep 3, 2021

HUDDY, PAULINE ‘PAT’, 95, of Mays Landing, passed away peacefully on September 3rd, 2021. Pauline was born in Carbondale, PA but lived most of her life in Ventnor before retiring to Mays Landing. Pat was predeceased by her husband, Leo Huddy a World War II veteran; and her parents Petranella and Kostak Znak, a World War I veteran. She is...

Michael F. Riffle

Michael F. Riffle

Aug 23, 2021

Michael Francis Riffle, 67, of Absecon, died and went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, August 23rd. Michael was born in Philadelphia at the Naval Hospital. He traveled and lived in many states because his father was a US Navy Chief Petty Officer. As a teenager, the family moved and settled in Absecon, NJ. Mike attended...

Jacqueline J. Cronin Sooy

Jacqueline J. Cronin Sooy

Aug 16, 2021

Jacqueline J. (Cronin) Sooy (Jackie), 74, of Galloway, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on August 16, 2021. Born in Philadelphia, she was raised in Pottstown, PA. She’s been an Atlantic County resident since 1971, moving to Galloway in 1996. Jackie worked as a blackjack dealer, beginning her career at the Playboy Casino, working at the Atlantis...

Thomas Hartwell

Thomas Hartwell

Aug 8, 2021

Thomas “Bud” “Tom” Hartwell III, 72, of Galloway, passed away peacefully on August 8th, 2021 at home with both of his daughters by his side. He was born and raised in Absecon and attended Oakcrest High School. He was always a hard-worker that began at a young age on a local chicken farm and at the age of 21 after...

Jean F. Neilly

Jean F. Neilly

Aug 1, 2021

Jean Neilly, age 78, of Atlantic City, NJ (formerly of Ventnor, NJ), passed away suddenly on August 1st, 2021. Jean enjoyed life to its fullest. A frequent traveler, she loved living at the Jersey Shore. Jean was an avid reader, appreciating books of every genre. She attended West Chester State University and Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Jean retired...

Elma Jane Krall

Elma Jane Krall

Jul 26, 2021

Elma Jane Krall, 78, of Absecon, New Jersey, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, July 26, 2021.

Elma was predeceased by her mother and father, John F. and Mary King; her husband, Charles J. Krall; and her daughter, Jean Marie Krall. She is survived by her Daughters, Mary Jane (Scott) Thomas and Michele Krall (Jason); Grandchildren, Charles Krall,...

Marjorie Elaine Showell

Marjorie Elaine Showell

Jul 23, 2021

Marjorie Elaine Showell, 87, of Absecon, passed away July 23, 2021, at home surrounded by her family. Margie was born December 26, 1933 in Margate to Arthur and Violet Booth. She lived in Margate until moving to Absecon in 1946. She was a graduate of Pleasantville High School. As a newlywed to her late husband, Alfred James (Jim) Showell, she...

Floyd William Brice

Floyd William Brice

Jul 23, 2021

Floyd William Brice, 74, of Egg Harbor Township and most recently, Somers Point, NJ passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 23, 2021. His daughters, Misty and Bonnie, and his girlfriend, Phyllis were by his side. Born in Frederick, MD, Floyd grew up in Graceham, MD and lived in the Thurmont, MD area before moving to New Jersey...

Walter L. Valentine

Walter L. Valentine

Jul 13, 2021

Walter L. Valentine, 91, of Absecon, passed away July 13, 2021, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born in Atlantic City, Walt was a life-long resident of the area. He graduated from Atlantic City High School, class of 1948 and was a graduate of the University of Virginia, School of Consumer Banking. Walt had a banking career of 42 years,...

Daniel G. Hamilton

Daniel G. Hamilton

Jul 10, 2021

Hamilton, Daniel G., of Hammonton, NJ, passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2021. Born in Pompton Plains, NJ, he lived in Pompton Lakes, NJ and Clarks Summit, PA. He worked in the hospitality industry and was most recently a Food & Beverage Manager at a Country Club in South Jersey.

Family was always important to Danny. He enjoyed spending time...

Shawn P. Tibbrine

Shawn P. Tibbrine

Jun 28, 2021

Tibbrine, Shawn P., of Egg Harbor Twp., passed away at the age of 42 on Monday, June 28, 2021. He was a loving soul who leaves behind his mom, Sharon Gallagher and his pops, Dennis Posser, who love him more than words can express; his sister, Karen Holder; brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Jackie Tibbrine; three nieces, one nephew-in-law, four...

Jorge H. Romero

Jorge H. Romero

Jun 20, 2021

Jorge H. Romero, Oct 28, 1951-June 20, 2021, ‘Pop Pop Jorge’ 69, of Atlantic City, NJ, affectionately known as ‘Jorgie’ to family and friends, went home to be with the Lord on June 20, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in the city of Duitama, Colombia, South America and was the son of Efrain and Anita Romero....

Leo C. Ransone

Leo C. Ransone

Jun 19, 2021

Ransone, Leo C., 74, of Absecon, departed this life on June 19, 2021. A Richmond, Va. native, he is survived by his lifelong partner, Sandy Shinsato, also of Absecon/Hawaii. He is also survived by two sisters, both of Richmond, JoAnn Ransone McNabb (Jim) and Patricia Ransone Parnell (Wayne). Other living relatives include nephew Jason Wooddy, great nephews, Micah Wooddy and...

Laura Jean Robinson

Laura Jean Robinson

Jun 14, 2021

Robinson, Laura Jean, 63, of Galloway, NJ, passed away on Monday, June 14, 2021. Born in Vineland, NJ, Laura grew up in Richland, NJ, and lived for many years in Folsom, Atlantic City, and surrounding areas before moving to Galloway more than a decade ago. In addition to a long career in the local hotel/casino industry and as a school...

Vincent Michael Springer

Vincent Michael Springer

Jun 3, 2021

Springer, Vincent Michael (Vince), 67, of Galloway, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 3, 2021, after a long, unwavering battle with cancer. He was born in West Chester, PA. on February 28, 1954 and graduated Henderson High School. He then worked with his brothers at Springer Roofing Company. After venturing out to San Diego for several years, he...