“Bo”
Surrounded by and in the loving care of his family, Bo passed peacefully at home on January 20, 2026, at the age of 88. Lifelong resident of Gloucester City. Loving and devoted husband of 65 years to Betty Ann Bobo. Loving father of Michelle Barbarino (Robert) and Gavin Bobo (Linda). Cherished grandfather of Sean Savidge (Gina), Erik, Emily, Nick and Meghan. Predeceased by his siblings, Robert, John, Virginia, Frances, Marie, Jean and Dona. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.
Bo was a lifelong resident of Gloucester City and a proud graduate of Gloucester High School, Class of 1955. He went on to honorably serve his country in the United States Navy from 1957 to 1961. Following his military service, Bo began his career with the Gloucester City Police Department in 1961, where he proudly served the residents of Gloucester City until his retirement as Sergeant in 1989.
After his law enforcement career, Bo worked for many years in maintenance and as a bus driver for Mary Ethel Costello School. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and gardening. Bo also enjoyed woodworking, Mel Brooks movies, and was a true lover of music. He was a longtime member of the Salem County Sportsmen’s Club.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Tuesday morning, January 27, 2026 from 10 AM to 12 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City, where his funeral service will be celebrated at 12 PM. Interment with U.S. Naval Honors will follow in Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.
In lieu of flowers, please remember Bo with a donation to Blood Cancer United at www.bloodcancerunited.org
Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of James B. Bobo. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142