Obituaries

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...

Irma C. Koeser

Irma C. Koeser

Jul 25, 2017

Koeser, Irma C., 75, of Egg Harbor Twp., passed away July 25, 2017. Born in Atlantic City, she grew up in Seaview Park and lived in Galloway for many years. She also enjoyed living in San Francisco for many years, several years ago. Irma was a member of the National Wildlife Federation. She also loved traveling the world, a perk...

Ellen A. Simmons

Ellen A. Simmons

Jul 22, 2017

Simmons, Ellen A., 74 of Atlantic City, passed away July 22, 2017. Ellen was born in Atlantic City and grew up in Ventnor Heights. She spent most of her adult life back in Atlantic City. She spent her remaining years with her mother at Meadowview Nursing Home in Northfield. Ellen had a strong catholic faith and her rosary was never...

Brianna D. Enright

Brianna D. Enright

Jul 19, 2017

Enright, Brianna D. ‘Bree’, 1-15-97 - 7-19-17, of Egg Harbor Twp. Our Angel in life and in Heaven. She passed away suddenly at the young age of 21. She is survived by her mother, Lisa Obermann Artuso; Father, David Enright; 16 month old Son, Dominic; Sister, Kasie Enright; Brothers, Andrew and Anthony Scalfaro; Niece, Aubrianna; Grandmother, Florence Lutz; Grandfathers William...

Brandon Lee Shamblin

Brandon Lee Shamblin

Jul 11, 2017

Shamblin, Brandon Lee, 22 of Mays Landing, passed away suddenly on July 11, 2017. Born in Neptune, NJ, he’s been a life-long resident of Mays Landing. Although he struggled with autism, he still was able to live a good life and enjoyed being with his family members.

He will be fondly missed by his mother, Gina Decker; his father, Gary...

Elizabeth A. Meyers

Elizabeth A. Meyers

Jul 6, 2017

Meyers, Elizabeth Anne, 80, of Smithville, passed away July 6, 2017. Born in Jersey City, she lived in Bayonne and East Brunswick before moving to Smithville in 2000. Elizabeth worked for the East Brunswick Board of Education Transportation Department as a student scheduler for 12 years before retiring in 1999. In her free time, she loved to travel, going out...

Melissa Anna Endicott

Melissa Anna Endicott

Jul 2, 2017

Melissa Anna Endicott, 31, of Absecon has passed away unexpectedly on July 2, 2017. She was born on January 14, 1986 in Somers Point, New Jersey, daughter of Winfield Endicott and Bernadette Drain. Melissa was an incredible person who loved her sons and being a mother. She liked cooking, enjoyed the fall season, and had dreams of becoming a chef....

Betty Jane Jones

Betty Jane Jones

Jun 25, 2017

Jones, Betty Jane, of Absecon, passed away June 25, 2017. She was born in Atlantic City to the late Sam and Mary Mathis. She has resided in Absecon for over 60 years. Betty was a member of the Methodist Church at Absecon for many years. She enjoyed her family time, dancing, cooking and traveling with her husband.

She is survived...

Patricia A. Marsh

Patricia A. Marsh

Jun 15, 2017

Marsh, Patricia (Patsy) A., 87, of Absecon, passed away June 15, 2017, surrounded by her family. Born in Atlantic City, she has been a long time resident of Absecon. Patsy worked as a telephone operator with NJ Bell/Verizon for 35 years, before retiring in 1992. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America through her work and was...