Some hours later, Tonto wakes the Lone Ranger and says, \’Kemo Sabe, look towards sky, what you see? \’

\’The Lone Ranger replies, \’I see millions of stars.\’

\’What that tell you?\’ asked Tonto.

The Lone Ranger ponders for a minute then says, \’Astronomically speaking, it tells me there are millions of galaxies and potentially billions of planets. Astrologically, it tells me that Saturn is in Leo. Time wise, it appears to be approximately a quarter past three in the morning. Theologically, the Lord is all-powerful and we are small and insignificant. Meteorologically, it seems we will have a beautiful day tomorrow.

What\’s it tell you, Tonto?\’

\’You dumber than buffalo DOO. It means someone stole the tent.

submitted by Bill Gross

Beloved husband of Anne C. (nee Cooper) and loving father of Victor Paul Whitaker (Lynn) of Marlton, Marijane Olson of Casselberry, FL and the late Gary Whitaker. Also survived by his brother John Whitaker and his five dear grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Mr. Whitaker was a Navy Veteran of WWII. He was a member of the Whitaker Brothers Vaudeville Act which travelled with the USO entertaining the troops. He also worked as a Customer Service Rep. for PSE&G and retired in 1986 after 31 years of service.

Christian Mass held at St. Aloysius Church, Oaklyn, NJ. Interment private at the request of the family. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Creran Funeral Home, Oaklyn, NJ.

PATRICIA HELENMAY EILEEN POHLIG Mass of Christian burial was held for Patricia Pohlig, (nee Ryan), 88, of Bellmawr, formerly of Colwyn, Pennsylvania; born February 18, 1921, who passed away on July 13, 2009.

Devoted daughter of the late Leo Michael Ryan and Helen Isabelle Ryan (nee Mercer); predeceased by her loving husband Frederick Walter Pohlig; beloved sister of Beatrice Warren (Albert), the late Leonia Greenleaf, and the late Mildred Frazier; loving mother of Suzanne M. Belmont (Albert) and Frederick L. Pohlig; loving grandmother to Jeannette M. Taulman (Joseph), Claudia I. Pohlig, Frederick L. Pohlig, Jr. and Albert M. Belmont, III (Marie); also survived by 12 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Patricia worked in the trust department for Fidelity Bank in Philadelphia for more than 25 years. She lived much of her life in Darby and Colwyn, PA, until she moved to Bellmawr, NJ. A loving mother and grandmother, she helped raise three generations of Pohligs. She will be remembered for her abiding love, caring and thoughtfulness for her family, her devotion to her husband Frederick, her junkets to neighborhood flea markets and her hospitality at her wonderfully and carefully furnished homes.

Interment at New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr, NJ.

 EDNA LAPHAN Funeral Services were held for Edna Laphan, 83, of Bellmawr, who died July 12, 2009.

Beloved wife of the late Fred R. (Dutch). Devoted mother of Janet Scolari (Joe) of Ocean City, Fred Laphan (Ethel) of Blackwood, and Charles Laphan (Eileen) of Sewell. Also survived by eight grandchildren Karen, Jackie, Brian, Shawn, Kim, Jennifer, Danielle, Charles, ten great grandchildren; Ryan, Dylan, Mackenzie, Jacob, Joshua, Riley, Katie, Molly, Casey and Sean. Her sister Laura Corgan of Pennsauken, niece and \”Best Buddy\” Joan Strojan of Barrington, and many loving nieces and nephews, and extended family members.

Interment was in Harleigh Cemetery, Camden.

 GRACE E. McLAUGHLIN A tribute was held for Grace E. McLaughlin (nee Benner), 88, of Audubon, who passed away on July 13, 2009.

Mrs. McLauglin was born in Philadelphia, PA and had been a resident of Audubon Park for the past 38 years. She had worked in the record department at Korvettes and was an active parishioner of Holy Maternity Church, both in Audubon.

Grace was an independent and meticulous wife, mother, and animal lover. She loved to tend to her rose garden at home and take care of the neighborhood’s cats. As a dedicated military wife, Grace and her husband Barney got an opportunity to travel the world and live in Hawaii. She loved relaxing on the beach and day trips to Lancaster, PA. While at home Grace enjoyed being the life of the party but cherished her quiet time in front of the T.V. watching Lawrence Welk, The Price is Right and ice skating. She never missed an episode of Dancing With The Stars.

Mrs. McLaughlin is the wife of the late Bernard F. \”Barney\” McLaughlin U.S.N. Ret. And is the doting mother of Kathleen Derbyshire of Mullica Hill and Jessie & her husband Ed Hufnell of Deptford. Grace is the proud grandmother of Colleen Griffin, Mikaela Hufnell and is the sister of George and Bobby Benner, June Teufel and Ginny Andrelczyk.

Tribute and remembrance held privately.

By Linda Boker-Angelo

NEWS Correspondent

The Gloucester City Planning Board heard a brief presentation on the City’s Master Plan Reexamination Report by planner Larry Waetzman.

Waetzman said the City is made up of approximately 11,500 people living in about 4,200 households in a town about 2.2 square miles wide. Redevelopment will continue with plans to expand on the river walk and riverfront development.

More expansion will include construction of a new state of the art water plant and a new middle school.

Waetzman said plans will work towards preserving natural and historic resources and will need to be consistent with regional plans.

Board members adopted Waetzman’s report.

Mt. Laurel remained unbeaten in the Senior American Legion state tournament with an easy 13-3 victory over previously unbeaten North Trenton Monday night. Ryan Normayle hit a three-run homer to spark a six-run second inning for Mt. Laurel. Anthony Sellitto added a two-run homer in the seventh. Mt. Laurel returns to action at 8 p.m. Wednesday when it plays Flemington.

H.Barron Iron Works, Gloucester City NJ sent a care package over to one of their former employees 1st Lt. Neil Bartkowski (holding the shirt), from Medford, NJ, who is currently stationed in Iraq. In return, he was kind enough to give us some free advertising while over there. Neil worked for Barron\’s for about two years during school breaks and summer time. He is scheduled to come home in September.

All the best Neil! Thank you for keeping us safe, from your friends at Barron’s Iron Works. 

PHILLIPS, James L., Jr. On July 25, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Of Gloucester City, formerly of the Cramer Hill section of Camden. NJ, age 56 years. Beloved husband for 26 years of Deborah K. (nee Lee). Loving father of Heather, Jamie and Kyle Phillips all at home, and Joann Reader of CT, and James Phillips of Pennsauken. He was the dear son of Ethel Phillips (nee Trout) and grand-father of 5 grandchildren. He was the dear brother of William Phillips (Dorothy) of Brooklawn, Debra Phillips (Chuck) of Pennsauken and Sandra Phillips of FL. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Jim was an avid Classic Car enthusiast, who loving working on the cars, and going to Car Shows and Swap Meets. He was also a long time employee of DMC Mfg. in Pennsauken.

Louise E. Haist

Kenneth Keller

KELLER,Kenneth Of Stratford, NJ formerly of Gloucester City, NJ. Went on to his eternal home to be with Jesus on July 24, 2009, at the age of 51. Loving son of the late Russell and Irene Keller.

Dear brother of Angel Falkenstein, Russell Keller, Sharon DeCord and Lisa Markiewicz. Uncle of the late Michelle Massaro, Jessie Parker, Adam Markiewicz, and Madison Parker. Brother-in-law of Adam Markiewicz, Frank DeCord, and Michael Falkenstein. Also survived by dear relatives and many friends.

Ken\’s family will be having a private Memorial Service.

On Monday, July 13, Hillsboro R-3 Little League’s Challenger Division, for physically and mentally disabled children, and a team from the Protect Our Nation’s Youth (PONY) League Champions program, played a one-inning game in right field at Busch Stadium.

Each player had one at-bat and played half of an inning in the field during the one-inning game. There were 14 players per team, and each team had a manager, two coaches and several \”buddies\” to assist the players with their trip around the bases, and play in the field.