Obituaries

Terri A. Brown

Terri A. Brown

Oct 12, 2016

Brown, Terri A. (Tomasello), 54 of Galloway, passed away at home on October 12, 2016. Born and raised in Atlantic City, she moved to Galloway 15 years ago. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Mark B. Brown; her son Mark J. Brown; step-son, Joshua (Tiffany) Brown; grandchildren, Mia, Bella and Nino; Her brothers, Russell and John Tomasello;...

Raymond F. Herbert

Raymond F. Herbert

Oct 12, 2016

Herbert III, Raymond F., 53, of Ventnor, passed away October 12, 2016 at his home. Born in Atlantic City, he was a life-long resident of Ventnor. Raymond was a self-employed photographer in the area for several years. In his free time, he loved going fishing, bicycle riding and was an avid Miami Dolphins fan.



He is predeceased by his...

Joseph J. Ryley

Joseph J. Ryley

Oct 8, 2016

Ryley, Joseph J., 80, of Absecon, passed away October 8, 2016. Born in Atlantic City, he grew up in Philadelphia. He was a graduate of Mastbaum Vocational School in Philadelphia. Always having ‘sand in his shoes’, he made his way back to Brigantine, where he lived for many years, before moving to Absecon 29 years ago. Joseph was a supervisor...

Helen Degeorge

Helen Degeorge

Oct 6, 2016

DeGeorge, Helen (Stopa), 88 of Absecon, NJ, with a heavy heart and a blessing that God welcomed her to be with him on October 5, 2016. Helen fought a courageous battle with cancer for more than two years with her beloved sons at her side. Helen was born to Alexander and

Rose (Wetovich) Stopa in Moween, Pa on February 24,...

David T. Jackson

David T. Jackson

Oct 5, 2016

Jackson, David Troy, 61 died suddenly in an accident on Wednesday October 5, 2016. He was the son of Bernice M and Willie P Jackson, Sr. He was a life-long Atlantic County resident. He enjoyed golfing, Lionel trains and museums of any kind. He was a retired member of the Association of Municipal Assessors of New Jersey.



Dave is...

Luis A. Ruiz

Luis A. Ruiz

Sep 30, 2016

Ruiz Jr., Luis A., 65 of Galloway, passed away September 30, 2016, after a long illness. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, he lived in Willingboro for many years, also living in Absecon and Pleasantville, before moving to Galloway 1 year ago. Luis worked as a security officer with Borgata Casino and previously with Showboat Casino before retiring in 2004....

Margaret E. Osmun

Margaret E. Osmun

Sep 29, 2016

Osmun, Margaret E., 85 of Pomona, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2016. Born in Pleasantville, she grew up in Atlantic City and graduated from Atlantic City High School. Margaret worked as an executive secretary with South Jersey Gas Co. in Atlantic City and Folsom, retiring and moving to Florida and then Michigan. She returned 11 years ago living at Country...

Deb Scardilli Wead

Deb Scardilli Wead

Sep 28, 2016

Deb Scardilli Wead, age 59, went to be with the Lord God on Wednesday, September 28, 2016 at her home in Phoenix, AZ. Deb will be deeply missed by her husband of over 31 years, Tim Wead, her two sons, Addie and TJ Wead, TJ's fianc Maggie Broderick, brother Dennis Scardilli (Patti), daughter and granddaughter, uncle Philip Scardilli, cousin Pat...

Donald H. Harrison

Donald H. Harrison

Sep 21, 2016

Harrison, Donald H., 83, of Absecon, NJ, passed away September 21, 2016. Donald grew up in Jersey City and attended local schools. Once he graduated high school, he enlisted in the navy and served honorably for several years.



He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert D. and Dorothy M. (nee Simms) Harrison. He is survived by his...

Ben R. Herrera

Ben R. Herrera

Sep 19, 2016

Herrera, Ben R., 95, of Absecon, passed away September 19, 2016. Born in Mariveles, Bataan, Philippines, he lived in Atlantic City before moving to Absecon 14 years ago. While living in the Philippines, he was involved in public office. He was the mayor of Mariveles and the Deputy Governor of Bataan. After moving to Atlantic City, he worked his own...

Walter Kent Conover

Walter Kent Conover

Sep 17, 2016

Walter Kent Conover, 82, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2016 at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, VA following complications from a heart attack two weeks prior.

He leaves his four daughters Dana Lisa Welch and her husband David, Lauri Whitlock and her husband Chris Kondo, Donna Lee North, and Deborah Lynne Giles and her husband David; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren;...

April A. Breder

April A. Breder

Sep 10, 2016

Breder, April A., 46, of Absecon, passed away September 10, 2016 at home. Born in Somers Point, she grew up in Absecon. She was a resident of several areas in Atlantic County before moving back to Absecon. April was a waitress in numerous restaurants in the area, lastly working for the Phoenix Diner in Absecon. She loved the outdoors but...

Grazia Belfiore

Grazia Belfiore

Sep 8, 2016

Belfiore, Grazia, 92, of Absecon, passed away September 8, 2016 at her home, surrounded by her family. Born in Delia Sicily, Italy, she came to the United States in 1970. She lived in Reading, PA where she worked for Oritski Clothing factory, as a sewer for many years. She loved sewing and making her own clothing. She also loved to...

Roy O. Groves

Roy O. Groves

Sep 3, 2016

Groves, Roy O., 82, of Elwood, passed away September 3, 2016. Born in Pleasantville, he grew up and lived there before moving to Elwood 56 years ago. Roy is a US Marine veteran, serving during the Korean War. He was a dock foreman for Gardner’s Express in Hammonton for 33 years and later worked as a custodian for Oakcrest High...

George E. Hammell

George E. Hammell

Sep 2, 2016

Hammell, Jr., George E., 54, of Galloway, went to be with the Lord Friday, September 2, 2016. He will be missed by his mother, Merilyn, his two brothers, Steven (Erin) and Benjamin; his nieces, Candace Hammell, Brielle Giaccone and Brooke Giaccone Hammell; and his caregiver Ray Neu. George led a very interesting life. He loved Eagles football and wearing his...

Elizabeth E. Boddy

Elizabeth E. Boddy

Aug 30, 2016

Boddy Elizabeth E., 77, of Galloway, passed away August 30, 2016. Born in Absecon, She lived in Elizabethtown, NC before moving back to Galloway 30 years ago. She was a member of Emmaus United Methodist Church in Smithville for many years. One of her favorite past times was gardening.



She is predeceased by her husband, Robert Boddy; her daughter,...

Agnes B. Finch

Agnes B. Finch

Aug 27, 2016

Finch, Agnes B., passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016. Born Dec. 20, 1919 in Atlantic City to George and Anna Megill, she was the youngest of 12 children. She was an Atlantic County resident her entire life. In her younger years, she worked for the telephone company and later at the Flamingo Shop in Pleasantville. She was a member of...

Richard Henry Scarella

Richard Henry Scarella

Aug 25, 2016

SCARELLA, RICHARD HENRY 90 of Port Republic passed away on Thursday August 25, 2016. Often known as “the tomato guy” for sharing his organic jersey tomatoes with family, friends and neighbors. He was a Private First Class seaman during WWII serving proudly on the USS LST 949 at the battle of Okinawa. During his time in the Navy he learned...

William Edward Phillips

William Edward Phillips

Aug 17, 2016

Phillips, William E., of Somers Point, passed away Wednesday August 17, 2016. Born in Somers Point, he grew up in Linwood and attended St. Joseph’s Elementary School. He also lived in Long Beach Island before moving back to Somers Point. William was an entertainer, singer and song writer. He was well known for being an Elvis impersonator, appearing at various...

P. Louis Cevoli

P. Louis Cevoli

Aug 9, 2016

P. Louis Cevoli, 83, of Pleasantville, passed away August 9, 2016. Visitation will be 9:30AM to 10:30AM Monday, August 15, 2016, at Parsels Funeral Home, 324 New Jersey Ave., Absecon, NJ 08201. A service will be conducted in Holy Cross Mausoleum, Route 40, Mays Landing immediately after the visitation.