Two sad news items to report

Tommy Zane Jr., of Gloucester City, loss his battle with cancer and passed away today (October 9th, 2008). The Beef and Beer Social to help the family pay off his medical bills is still being held on Oct. 24th. See Link for more information.

And Thomas E. Casey Jr. also passed away today (October 9, 2008). He had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease for the past year. He and his wife Joan have lived happily for the past 19 years in Florida. He leaves behind 7 children, 16 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.

Although Florida was where he lived, Gloucester City was always his home. He was a former funeral director and operated Casey’s Funeral Home, on King Street for many years. He also owned the Ice Cream Parlor next to the funeral home.

Tom was a community activist. He was one of the founders of Gloucester City Swim Club, spent many hours helping with the City Little League, a Camden County Coroner, was a member of the Lions Club, and also ran for City Council.

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