Funeral services were held for George E. Applebee, 84, of Mt. Ephraim, who passed away on February 3, 2009.

Beloved husband of the late Cora Jean (nee Davis). Devoted father of Neda McDonald and George A., Jr. Dear father-in-law of Tom McDonald. Loving grandfather of Thomas, Jr. and Timothy.

Mr. Applebee was an Army vet of WWII. He was a member of the American Legion Post 72, Brooklawn. Mr. Applebee retired from Fischer & Porter, Warminster, PA, after over 25 years of service.

Interment at Woodbury Memorial Park, Woodbury.

On February 17, 2009. Surrounded by her loving family. Age 89. Of Gloucester City. Formerly of Collingswood. Loving wife of 45 years to the late Thomas R. Gracie. Loving mother of Margaret (Earl) Stech of Gilbert, Arizona, Thomas R. (Margaret) Gracie, Jr. of Sewell and Janet R. (Steve) Lipski of Gloucester City. Loving grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 4. Dear sister of Florence \”Dina\” Cox of Evansville, Indiana, Ida McConnell of Pittsburgh, PA and the late Ellen \”Nellie\” Dye of Norwich, England. Hilda was born and raised in England. She immigrated to Pittsburgh, PA in 1946 to join her husband. Hilda resided in Collingswood since 1959 and lived in Gloucester City since 2004.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her viewing on Friday evening from 6 to 8 pm at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, (at Brown Street) Gloucester City. Funeral service in the funeral home 8 pm. Cremation will be private. Memorial donations in Hilda’s memory to Lighthouse Hospice: 1040 N. Kings Highway, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

Please write Hilda Alice Gracie in the memo. Expressions of sympathy www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Hilda Alice Gracie. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ. Ph: 856-456-1142

February 2, 2009

A public forum to discuss freshwater fisheries research and management, culture and recreational angling in New Jersey will be held on Saturday, February 28th at the Batsto Village Visitors Center located on Rt. 542 in Wharton State Forest, Burlington County. The forum will begin at 10 a.m.

The DEP’s Division of Fish and Wildlife is conducting these meetings to improve communication with the angling public and to solicit public input in shaping freshwater fisheries programs in the future. The forums are a perfect opportunity for all freshwater anglers to learn about existing programs, and to share their views and recommendations. Topics cover all aspects of freshwater management, including both warmwater and coldwater fisheries. Come and be an integral part in the development of future regulations and management strategies affecting New Jersey’s freshwater resources.

Funeral services were held for Doris R. Gardner, 88 (nee Sigafoos), of FL, formerly of Bellmawr and Newfield, NJ, who passed away on January 30, 2009.

Born Sept. 7, 1920, daughter of the late Walter and Harriet (Courter) Sigafoos, sister of the late Walter Sigafoos and loving wife of the late Norman H. Gardner.

Doris was a graduate of Frankford High School in Philadelphia and a homemaker and Brownie Troop leader in Bucks County, PA.

She was a loving mother of nine children, two of which, Norman and Gaynor, preceded her in death. Surviving children are: Lynn Gaun (Tom) of Kintersville, PA, Norma Griffith (Robert) of Newville, PA, Carol of Apopka, FL, Calvin of Orlando, FL, John (Marie) of Sewell. Larry of Millville. Deborah Gardner (companion of Ralph Ferrick) of Mt. Ephraim; 16 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren, one brother-in-law and many nieces and nephews.

Interment at Lakeview Memorial Park, Cinnaminson.

William \”Bill\” Mahoney

MAHONEY, William (Bill) On February 14, 2009 of Bellmawr, formerly of Camden. Age 86. Beloved husband of Betty (nee Besso). Devoted father of Elaine Kennedy (Harold), Kathleen Donlin (Brendon), Michele Slivak (Michael), and William Mahoney (Suzanne). Loving grandpop of Krista, Jonathan, Matthew, Leah, Caitlin, Michael, and Sadie. Brother Bill to Charmaine Wilson, Jeannette Born (Ray), Sister Elaine Mahoney, O.S.F., James Mahoney (Shirley), and the late June Langan, Michael, Joseph, Charles, and John Mahoney.

Bill served in the Pacific in World War II with his five brothers, and was a proud member of VFW Posts Bellmawr and Runnemede\’s award winning dart league. A lifelong member and former President of Ironworkers Local Union #401 (PA), Bill taught the apprentice Ironworkers class for many years. Life member of Bellmawr Fire Company #1 since 1958 with 51 years of active service. Charter member of the Rio Fishing Club and Hibernian Club. Bill was a prolific reader and loved gardening. His grandchildren were the light of his life. He attended their sporting events, plays and other activities. He was a wonderful man who loved life, God, his family and his country. He will be remembered for the joy he brought to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him – to know him was to love him.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the viewing from 7 to 9pm Thursday evening and Friday morning from 9:15am to 10:15am at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Mass Friday morning 11am Annunciation BVM Church, Bellmawr. Interment at Calvary Cemetery, Cherry Hill. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent in Bill\’s memory to Wachovia Bank, Rt. 130, Brook-lawn, NJ 08030 for the Education Fund for his adored grandchildren. Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to [email protected]

A Memorial Mass was held at Annunciation BVM Church, Bellmawr for Kenneth L. Hauser, 51, of Palmetto, FL formerly of Bellmawr and Collingswood, who died January 15, 2009.

Born in Philadelphia and moved to Palmetto in 1988. Ken was an avid fan of his children’s sports teams. He was associated with the youth group at St. Frances Cabrini Church in Parish, FL and the Braden River Soccer Club.

Predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret \”Maggie\”. He is survived by his daughter, Katie and his son, Will and his devoted parents, William and Katherine Hauser of Bellmawr. Dear brother of William, Jr. and his wife Darlene of Bradenton, FL, his sister Susan Yeatman and her husband Duane of Dallas, TX, and his brother James and his wife Marian of Bellmawr. Ken was a much loved brother-in-law, uncle, nephew, cousin and a friend to many. He will be sadly missed.

GLOUCESTER CITY–The Catholic Star Herald newspaper will be paying tribute to St. Mary Grammar School in honor of their 150^th Anniversary with a special commemorative supplement on March 27, 2009. Because this is a keepsake supplement, the paper would like to offer the families of Gloucester City the opportunity to place a congratulatory message with their family name included.

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A Funeral Mass was held at Mary, Mother of the Church, Bellmawr, for Veronica B. Persick, (nee Belko), 90, of Bellmawr, who died February 1, 2009.

Beloved wife of the late Dominic A. Persick. Devoted mother of Lawrence D. Persick (Madeline) and the late Robert Persick. Loving grandmother of Skip, Mike, Kim Persick and Rae Ellen McMorrow. Great-grandmother of four.

Entombment was in New Saint Mary Mausoleum, Bellmawr.

FEBRUARY REMINDERS:

17^th – PTO Meeting 7 PM

17, 18 & 19^th – RWK Book Fair

23^rd – Internet Awareness Presentation RWK MPR 7 pm

24^th – PTO Pop Shop Cashola Fundraiser

25^th & 26^{th –} Pre-School & Kindergarten Registration

CALL FOR APPOINTMENT 931-7807 FOR INFORMATION

27^th – Interims Issued

Pictured:L to R-Maria Ferris, Hanah Ferris, Gabryelle Doherty, Sydney Weichmann and Madison Ferris

PHILADELPHIA-Gabryelle Doherty and Sydney Weichmann of Brooklawn NJ presented a $4,040 check to The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on Friday, February 13 in honor of Madison Ferris who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in 2007. Madison continues to receive treatment at CHOP’s outpatient clinic. She is doing well and is scheduled to finish treatment this coming May.

Gabryelle and Sydney, 7^th grade students at Alice Costello School, Brooklawn, founded Purses 4 Patients in 2007. Read Spreading the Love

Photo below: Gabryelle and Sydney display some of their handiwork helping them are Hanah and Madison.