On September 29, 2007. (nee Wilgus) Age 66. Of Gloucester City. Devoted and Caring Mother of Tammy Sharp of Blackwood, Robyn Scott of Montclair, Virginia, Lisa Cook of Gloucester City and Susan Hurley of Westville. Beloved Daughter of Martin Connelly of Gloucester City and the late Kathryn Connelly. Dear Sister of Shirley Fox of Gloucester City, Wayne Connelly of Brooklawn and the late Jerome Wilgus. Caring grandmother of Jason Sharp, Adam Scott, William Sharp, Melissa McGinness, Megan Scott, Jesse Sharp, Joshua McGinness, Carolyn Scott, Khristian Cook, Amanda Dravecz, Ciara Hurley and Brandon Hurley. Beloved great-grandmother of Cheyenne McGinness, Kaley Scott, Thomas McGinness, Joshua McGinness, Jr. and Jesse Sharp. Survived by many nieces and nieces.

Judith was born in Philadelphia, PA and has been a lifelong resident of Gloucester City. She was a graduate of Gloucester City High School in 1958 and was very involved as a Band Parent for the High School. Judith was very civically minded and loved being involved in her community. She was one of the founding members of the Gloucester City Community Choir and an active member of the Gloucester City Celebrations Committee. Judith worked for over twenty years as a board worker for Camden County during each Election and was proud of this service. She was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church on Monmouth Street in Gloucester City where she was part of the Choir Council, Sunday School Teacher for over 30 years and Chairman of the Christian Education Committee. She worked as a clerk for the K-Mart in Pennsauken.

Relatives, friends and members of her organizations are kindly invited to attend her viewing on Tuesday Evening from 7 to 9 pm at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, (at Brown Street) Gloucester City. On Wednesday morning, the viewing will be from 10 to 11 am in the First Baptist Church of Gloucester City: Monmouth and Sussex Streets, Gloucester City. Baptist Service 11 am in the church officiated by Pastor John Hill. Interment Cedar Grove Cemetery, Gloucester City. Family requests memorial donations in Judith\’s memory to First Baptist Church: Sunday School Program: P.O. Box 47, Gloucester City, NJ 08030. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to the family through our funeral home website www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Judith Diehlman.

Funeral Arrangements and Inquires may be made through: (McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME)

Men’s College Soccer

LAWRENCEVILLE–In the final non-conference game of the season, the Broncs look ready for the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference portion of the schedule, having now won five of their last six games. \”Yea, I think we’re ready for MAAC play,\” said Rider head coach Russ Fager after the Broncs defeated La Salle Saturday afternoon.

Sophomore Nico Tramontana (Vineland/Sacred Heart) scored two goals, giving him a team-high four goals on the season. \”Nico is quite a character,\” Fager said. \”He is one of the most comical guys we’ve had on the team in years. He has a flamboyant personality and is very gifted technically on the field. He has raised his level dramatically since last year.\”

Tramontana received a corner kick from senior Lee Tomasso (Westfield) and scored just 3:27 into the game for a 1-0 lead. \”I fanned on one shot earlier, and I did that a few times this year, so I really had to concentrate real hard on that shot,\” Tramontana said.

Tramontana scored again with 16 minutes left in the second half to build a 4-0 lead. \”I was just trying to get it on goal and maybe someone would deflect it in,\” Tramontana said, \”but I got under it more than I thought. I took a peak at the net and just flicked it toward the far post. The goalie just barley nipped it and luckily it went in.\”

Tomasso had two assists for the Broncs. His cross hit sophomore Kevin Juska (Wall) in the chest, went off a defender and caromed to junior Anthony Gilbert (Jamison, Pa./Central Bucks South), who scored to give Rider a 2-0 lead in the 11^th minute of play.

Rider freshman Tom Antonucci (Warrington, Pa./Central Bucks South) came in off the bench and scored his second goal in the last three games on an assist from freshman Andrew Cotes (Selden, N.Y./Newfield) just 41 seconds into the second half.

\”Andrew Cotes has to be one of the biggest surprises we’ve had in a long time,\” Fager said. \”He has tremendous speed, he sees the game well. When I saw him in club ball last year I thought he’d be a nice player for us eventually but I didn’t think he was going to come into it this way and as fast. (Freshman Jim) Bradley (of Sewell/Washington Township) has been playing very solid for us up front. He scored some goals for us early on this year. Antonucci is a good, strong player. He’s playing up front now because that’s where we need him and (freshman Tom) Dunn (of Westampton/Rancocas Valley) missed last year with an injury and is now playing well. When you are playing four or five first-year players and getting these kinds of results, it just means there is more pressure on the upperclassmen to come out and perform.\”

Rider junior goalkeeper Randall Zapolski (Lawrence) made eight saves, including six in the first half. Zapolski served as a back-up for two years behind All-MAAC goalkeeper Dan Riverso, who is now an assistant coach. \”It’s a lot different for me this year,\” Zapolski said. \”You get a little shocked at first, used to sitting on the bench. It makes practice better, more excited. It makes life a little better, knowing you are going to play on game day. Dan (Riverso) is still keeping me on my toes.\”

\”Randy is in his third year and getting the chance to play and he has five wins already,\” Fager said. \”He’s been doing a good job for us. He’s learning game by game, he’s maturing nicely.\”

La Salle (2-4-1) out-shot Rider 17-11 and ruined the shutout with a goal by Kevin Lydic with less than 14 minutes left to play. Rider defeated La Salle 2-1 in Philadelphia last season, and the Broncs are now 8-10-1 against the Explorers since the series began in 1966.

Rider began the season 0-3, but now heads into conference play with a winning record. \”The difference between the first three games and the last six is now everyone is getting used to each other, getting used to the formation, and everyone is finding their own role,\” Zapolski said. \”We’re just starting to realize what is important and what is needed to win the game. We’re starting to mesh well.\”

\”I don’t think we’ve played a bad game all year,\” Fager said. \”We’re getting people into better spots now. We’re probably working a little harder. We’re a little bit closer knit as a team. Everybody is pulling for each other. Everyone realizes that somewhere along the way they are going to get their chance at glory.\”

On Saturday Nico was in his glory. \”We’re trying to change last year’s attitude and the first few games this year we hadn’t really done that,\” Tramontana said. \”But we’re obviously doing that now. The hustle, especially on defense, is the difference. Everyone is working for each other, listening to each other, and it is paying off big time.\”

Rider travels to Marist Friday for the first of nine consecutive MAAC games. \”I can not wait until the MAAC games start,\” Tramontana said.

\”That is what we’ve been working on all year,\” Zapolski said. \”This is all for getting ready for the MAAC season. We haven’t done anything in the MAAC yet this year.\”

That all changes Friday.

The Gloucester City Breakfast Club met on Saturday, September 29 at the Dining Car Depot, Monmouth Street and railroad.

Winner of 50-50, Walt Hall, $72. September treasury report $216. Vote for moving: Yes 13 N0 15 (the no\’s have it). Vote for charity donation: Yes 11, No 12 (the no\’s win). Five people didn\’t vote. Total members present, 28.

Photo: sitting, from left, Bob Sliwa, Ed Simila, Earl Kaighn, Bill Gross, Joe Miller, Pete Coppola, Frank \”Reds\” Grandizio, Jim Coppola, and Stu Reckard.

Standing from left, Ed Hubbs, Walt Hall, George Cleary, Butch Shaffer, Bob Bevan, Frank DiFelice, Bill \”Wibby\” Yeager, Jack \”Oats\” McDade, Mike Gurcik Sr., Ron Villanova, Ron Raube, Ron Middleton, Chal Tourtual, Joe Boulden, and Jack Persichetti.

Missing from photo: Ken MacAdams, Joe DiGiacomo, Harry Blymer, and Bill Cleary. Don\’t forget, Ray Ford\’s Old-timers Meeting, October 19th, doors open 7 PM, Gloucester Hts. Fire Hall, Nicholson Road.
Below: from left, Butch Shaffer, Joe Miller, Pete Coppola

 

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ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PVT. PAUL J. GARNER has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, military courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises.

He is the son of Helen Garner of Thorofare.

CMDR. JAMES R. RAIMONDO, USN, recently assumed command of Helicopter Maritime Strike Weapons School, Atlantic. Cmdr. Raimondo relieved Cmdr. Herbert R. Race during an airborne ceremony at Naval Station Mayport. Cmdr. Race\’s next assignment is with OPNAV (N6) in Washington, D.C. The new executive officer is Cmdr. Charles Armin, USN.

RAIMONDO

Command was transferred in a ceremony held at and over Naval Station Mayport when the orders were read. A lead change was conducted signifying to all in attendance that Cmdr. Raimondo assumed the lead of the Weapons School.

Cmdr. Raimondo is a native of Woodbury. He was commissioned in December 1989 via the Hampton Roads NROTC program and graduated from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va., with a bachelor of art degree in English. In 2001, he was awarded a master of science in administration (information
resource management) from Central Michigan University.

Cmdr. Raimondo was designated an Unrestricted Naval Aviator and Helicopter Pilot in October 1991 and reported for FRS training at HSL-30. He reported to HSL-34 in October 1992. During his tour with the \”Greencheckers\” he flew the SH-2F Sea Sprite and completed deployments in USS NICHOLSON (DD 982), USS DEYO (DD 989), USS AUBREY FITCH (FFG 34) and USS ESTOCIN (FFG 15).

In November 1993, after the disestablishment of HSL-34, Cmdr. Raimondo reported to the SH-60B FRS, HSL-40, in Mayport, Fla. After completing Seahawk training, he deployed with the HSL-42 \”Proud Warriors\” in USS HUE CITY (CG 66), USS KAUFFMAN (FFG 59), and USS SPRUANCE (DD 963).

In August 1996, Cmdr. Raimondo transferred to the Office of the Secretary of the Navy, White House Liaison Office, Washington, D.C., as a member of SECNAV\’s immediate staff. Cmdr. Raimondo departed the Pentagon in July 1999 and reported as Flag Lieutenant for RADM William Schmidt, President, Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV), in Norfolk, Va.

Cmdr. Raimondo reported to the Swamp Foxes of HSL-44 in November 2001. He was assigned as Officer-in-Charge, Detachment TEN embarked in USS SIMPSON (FFG 56), and deployed to the Caribbean, Eastern Pacific, and Western Atlantic for Counter-Narco Terrorist/UNITAS missions in 2002. He subsequently served as HSL-44 Training Officer and Maintenance Officer.

Cmdr. Raimondo was HSL-44\’s Officer of the Year for 2003 and was awarded the 2003 COMHSLWINGLANT Admiral Paulsen Award for Inspirational Leadership.

In May 2004, Cmdr. Raimondo returned to the Pentagon and served on the CNO\’s staff as Flag Aide to the Vice Chief of Naval Operations. Most recently, he served as the Helicopter Strike Maritime Weapons School, Atlantic\’s Executive Officer from June 2006 through August 2007.

Cmdr. Raimondo is married to the former Sherri Elizabeth Brown, and they have three children. He will report to OPNAV (N6) in Washington, D.C.

NAVY SEAMAN CHRISTOPHER M. PASTIN, son of Arleen K. and John R. Pastin of Glassboro, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill.

During the eight-week program, Pastin completed a variety of training that included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness.

The capstone event of boot camp is \”Battle Stations.\” This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. \”Battle Stations\” is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Its distinctly \”Navy\” flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a sailor.

Pastin is a 2000 graduate of Broadneck High School of Annapolis, Md.

Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow.

I am the diamond glitz on snow.

I am the sunlight on ripened grain.

I am the gentle autumn\’s rain.
 
When you awaken in the morning\’s hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shin at night.

 Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.

 
Author Unknown

 Warm Regards From Kitakyushu City, Japan,

 Hank F. Miller Jr.

BROWN, RICHARD J.

On September 27, 2007, age 73, of Bellmawr, formerly of Pennsauken NJ. Beloved husband of Florence (nee Scharr) and dear father of Terri (Louis) Evans of Magnolia, Karen (Joseph) Williamson of Wenonah and Vicki (Thomas) Stegemerten of Deptford. Loving grandfather of Louis, Amanda, Zachary, Eric, Samantha and Erin and great-grandfather of Ethan. Dear brother of Burd Brown, the late Frank, Thomas, Robert, Bobby, Norman, Butch, Ruth, Mabel, and Mildred. Also survived by a very special extended family and dear friends.
Relatives and friends of the family are kindly invited to attend his Visitation Saturday 9-11AM at the FUNERAL HOME OF INGLESBY & SONS, 2426 Cove Road. Pennsauken NJ 08109. Funeral Service 11AM. Entombment Arlington Mausoleum.
Donations in his memory to American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Blvd., Cherry Hill NJ 08034 preferred.
Information, condolences and directions @www.inglesbyfuneral
home.com

FITHIAN, EDWARD A., SR.

66, Of Palm Bay, Florida, died Monday, September 24, 2007. A long time employee of Bill Cosgrove Pest Control Of Palm Bay. He resided in Florida for the past twenty years .
Formerly of Gloucester City, Mr. Fithian is survived by his wife of forty three years Mary F. Fithian, a Son Edward A. Fithian, Jr. of Palm Bay, Florida two daughters Marie D. (Paul) Plummer of Woodlynn, New Jersey, Janene L. Fithian of Palm Bay, Florida, a daughter in law Deeanna Browning of Melbourne, Florida, a brother David A. Fithian of Gloucester City, a sister Anna W. Smith of Lady Lake, Florida, five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Memorial Service will be conducted Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 2:00 pm at
FOUNTAINHEAD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, Palm Bay, Florida.

Publication date: 9/26/07

Of Camden, NJ, on September 26, 2007, at the Silver Care Nursing Home in Cherry Hill, NJ after a courageous battle with an illness. Age 53.
Beloved daughter of the late Gardner D. Still, Sr. and the late Doris I. Still (nee Armstrong). She was also predeceased by one brother and friend Gardner D. Still, Jr.
Kathy was employed by the Camden City Public Schools prior to her illness, first as an Instructional Assistant at Charles Sumner School, and then as a Special Education Teacher at McGraw Elementary School.
She leaves to cherish her memories four children, Sherron D. Still, Latoya K. Still, Jasmine C. Still and Chanel B. Still; three sisters, Donna M. (Nelson), McMahon, Jane W. Still and Crete (Bonnie) Still. Four brothers, Michael D. (Pamela) Still, Nathaniel B. Still, Kenneth E. (Joyce) Still and Steven D. (Elizabeth) Still. One special great-niece Kiara Kabir-Still. Four Aunts. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the viewing on Monday, October 1, 2007, 9-11 a.m. at the Harris Temple A.M.E. Zion Church, 926 Florence Street, Camden, NJ. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Interment: Harleigh Cemetery, Camden, NJ.

Bishop Galante announces the following priest personnel assignment change:

Father Charles J. Colozzi from Parochial Vicar, Sacred Heart, Mt. Ephraim, to Weekend Parochial Vicar, St. Francis de Sales, Barrington, and chaplain, Camden Catholic High School, Cherry Hill, with continuation as chaplain at Gloucester Catholic High School, Gloucester, effective Sept. 28.

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Jay Leno went into the audience to find the most embarrassing first date that a woman ever had. The winner described her worst first date experience. There was absolutely
no question as to why her tale took the prize!

She said it was midwinter…Snowing and quite cold…and the guy had taken her skiing in the mountains outside Salt Lake City, Utah …It was a day trip (no overnight). They were
strangers, after all, and truly had never met before.

The outing was fun but relatively uneventful until they were headed home late that afternoon. They were driving back down the mountain, when she gradually began to
realize that she should not have had that extra latte. They were about an hour away from anywhere with a rest room and in the middle of nowhere!

Her companion suggested she try to hold it, which she did for a while. Unfortunately, because of the heavy snow and slow going, there came a point where she told him that
he had better stop and let her go beside the road, or it would be the front seat of his car. They stopped and she quickly crawled out beside the car, yanked her pants down and started.

In the deep snow she didn\’t have good footing, so she let her butt rest against the rear fender to steady her. Her date stood on the side of the car watching for traffic and indeed was a real gentleman and refrained from peeking. All she could think about was the relief she felt despite the rather embarrassing nature of the situation.

Upon finishing however, she soon became aware of another sensation. As she bent to pull up her pants, the young lady discovered her buttocks were firmly glued against
the car\’s fender. Thoughts of tongues frozen to poles immediately came to mind as she attempted to disengage her flesh from the icy metal. It was quickly apparent that she had a brand
new problem due to the extreme cold.

Horrified by her plight and yet aware of the humor of the moment, she answered her date\’s concerns about \”what is taking so long\” with a reply that indeed, she was \”freezing her butt off\” and in need of some assistance!

He came around the car as she tried to cover herself with her sweater and then, as she looked imploringly into his eyes, he burst out laughing. She too, got the giggles and when they finally managed to compose themselves, they assessed her dilemma.

Obviously, as hysterical as the situation was, they also were faced with a real problem. Both agreed it would take something hot to free her chilly cheeks from the grip of the icy metal! Upon thinking about what had gotten her into the predicament in the first place, both quickly realized that there was only one way to get her free. So, as she looked the other
way, her first-time date proceeded to unzip his pants and pee her butt off the fender. As the laughter, she took the Tonight Show prize hands down. Or perhaps that should be \”pants down.\” And you thought your first date was embarrassing.

Oh and how did the first date turn out? He became her husband and was sitting next to her on the Leno show.