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Adel C.

On January 14, 2007. (nee Guter) Age 83. Formerly of Gloucester City. Of the Masonic Home in Burlington Township. Devoted and loving mother of Barbara Ann Fritz (Robert) of Woodbury Heights, Franklin W. Lathrop, Jr. (Lynda) of Marlton and Donald Lathrop (Denise) of Williamstown. Beloved grandmother of Donna Jean Vivaldi (Tony), Lorie Lynn Clayton (Adam), Julie Theresa White (Craig), Rev. Justin C. Lathrop (Jennifer); Melissa Aynne Lathrop, Donald A. Lathrop (Jill) and Deanna L. Lathrop.

Dear great- grandmother of 7. Adel was born in Fall River, Massachusetts and moved to Gloucester City in 1946. She was a resident for over 60 years and was a faithful parishioner of Saint Mary’s R.C. Church in Gloucester City where she attended daily morning Mass.

Adel was a seamstress for over 50 years for the Bonnell Dress Company in Camden. She loved to play bingo, go to the casinos, dance and play with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her viewing on Wednesday Evening from 7 to 9 pm and Thursday morning from 8:30 to 10:15 am at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, (at Brown Street) Gloucester City.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated 11 am at Saint Mary’s R.C. Church: 426 Monmouth Street, (at Atlantic Street) Gloucester City. Interment New Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.

Family requests that memorial donations be made in Adel’s memory to Masonic Home of New Jersey: Memorial Fund c/o 902 Jacksonville Road, Burlington, New Jersey 08016 or to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation: One Intrepid Square: West 46th Street and 12th Avenue, New York, New York 10036.

Please write in the memo of the check Adel C. Lathrop. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to the family through our funeral home website www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Adel C. Lathrop.

Stephen W. Ronaldson, 81, of Haddon Heights

Stephen W. Ronaldson, age 81, of Haddon Heights, passed away suddenly but peacefully on September 6, 2026.

Steve, as he was known to all, was born on September 27, 1944, in Indiana to William and Marion (nee Engel). At a young age, his family relocated to Pennsauken, where he graduated from Pennsauken High School in 1960.

While working for the Hollingshead chemical company in Camden, he met his wife Maryann, who he wed on October 21, 1972. After having their first child 10 years later, they moved to Haddon Heights, where they raised their two children and have resided ever since.

In his youth, Steve was a passionate athlete, and that passion carried on past his playing years as a coach to his son and daughter, and as an avid fan of all Philadelphia sports teams. He gave his time to local sports organizations such as Haddon Heights Youth Athletics, serving on the board for many years and as its president.

Steve was always willing to try new things, and that was never more apparent than in his professional life. He worked as a warehouse manager, a small business owner and a freelance driver, among many other jobs.

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Joseph E. Worrell, 68, of Cherry Hill

Joseph E. Worrell passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 68. Born in Ridley Park, Pennsylvania on November 4, 1957, Joe was formerly a long-time resident of The Villas.

Dedicated to a life of hard, honest work, Joe spent his career as a carpet layer, taking pride in his trade for decades until his retirement around age 60.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Florence Worrell, his brother Rick Worrell, and his sister Denise Worrell-Schartner.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his burial on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 10:00 am at Waterford Memorial Park Cemetery, 629 Pestleton Road, Waterford Works, NJ 08089

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Joseph E. Worrell. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City. Ph:856-456-1142.

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Flora “Dottie” Hinger, 94, of Voorhees

Flora Dorothea “Dottie” Hinger (née Bauscher), passed peacefully on the morning of September 2, 2026, at Brookdale Evesham Senior Living in Vorhees, NJ, at the age of 94.

She was married for 61 years to John T. “Jack” Hinger, and raised three children with him. Later she decided to attend college, earning a nursing degree at an age well beyond most of her classmates, a challenge she met with eager determination and took well-deserved pride in accomplishing, working for a time as a visiting nurse. She loved nature and music, often harmonizing to her husband’s singing of old standards as they drove on family trips to the shore.

Preceded in death by her parents, Beatrice May Bauscher (née Hughes) and Walter Julius Bauscher; her husband John T. Hinger, Sr. (in 2013); and her brothers Walter Julius Bauscher, Jr. and Glenn Hughes Bauscher. Survived by her children Judith Hinger Hoskins (Darwin), John T. Hinger, Jr., and James D. Hinger (Lorraine); her grandchildren Pamela, Natalie, Kimberly (Ryan), Jacqueline (Daniel), Daniel (Madison), Matthew (Jessie), and Bo; and great grandchildren Aiden, Rylynn, Maddison, Jonathan, Vincent, and Kinsley; also her nieces Tina, Jill, Carol (Hal), Linda, and Dianne (Chris); and nephews David (May), Michael (Michelle), Bob, Don (Karen) and their families. We will all miss her.

Dottie’s memorial service will be private for her family.

Arrangements by the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Collingswood and Audubon, NJ.

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Dolores Cleary Raube Succumbs, Retired GHS Teacher’s Aide

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Dolores R. Raube, 88 years old

GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ (September 2, 2026)(CNBNews)--Dolores R. Raube (nee Cleary) passed away on August 31, 2026 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. A few month ago, her nurse told the family that she was in the seventh stage of this dreadful ailment and suggested to the family that she should be placed on Hospice care. Her sons Michael and Joe Raube were taking care of her at her Brown Street home during her illness.

She graduated from Gloucester Catholic with the Class of ’56. After graduation Dolores was hired as a secretary by Quigleys Lumber, at 811 Market Street. Much later she worked for the Gloucester City News, a weekly newspaper owned by her parents, George and Mazie Cleary.

Following her mariage to Joe, the couple moved to Ventnor. They lived in a apartment attached to a corner food store that was owned by Joe’s parents. They stayed there for several years as Joe learned the butcher’s trade. Several years later the couple returned to Gloucester City and purchased a home on East Brown Street a few properties from the house where Dolores grew up. Once established into their new home the couple acquired Paul’s Market (Paul Martz) at 900 Market Street.

After she had children Dolores continued working part-time managing the Gloucester City News subscription list. Each Wednesday she delivered the weekly paper to 45 area stores. After their three sons had grown and left her hous Dolores was hired as a teacher’s aide by the Gloucester City Board of Education. After 20 years of employment she retired.

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Local Obituaries From 2024

Glen “Turk” Thomas, 70, of Gloucester City

Glenn G. “Turk” Thomas, 70, of Gloucester City passed away on December 18, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of more than 49 years, Diane (nee Reed) Thomas; his children, Glenn (Stacy), Harry (Christine) and Shannon Thomas; his grandchildren, Brianna, Julianna, Landon, Owen, Chase and Harper; his brothers, John “Reds” Thomas and Bob (Brenda) Thomas; and his sister-in-law, Denise (Jack) Barron. Glenn served Gloucester City as an employee with the Public Works Department and was a big supporter of youth sports in town. Relatives and friends attended his viewing at the Etherington-Creran Funeral Home, Gloucester City, where his Remembrance Ceremony was celebrated. Donations in his honor can be made at philabundance.org.

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Dominga Torres, 65, of Marlton

Dominga was truly one of a kind. She was spicy, independent, strong-willed, and full of personality. She knew exactly who she was and was never afraid to show it. Her bold spirit and unique sense of humor brought laughter and joy to those around her.

Dominga had a way of making an impression, and once you met her, you certainly would not forget her. She loved the colors red and black, colors that perfectly reflected her bold and vibrant personality. Dominga also had a special love for Halloween. She enjoyed everything about the season—the fun, the excitement, and the mystery. In true Dominga fashion, she even dreamed of one day marrying Dracula and visiting Transylvania. It was one of the many things that made her so wonderfully unique and brought smiles to the faces of everyone who heard her talk about it.

Behind her fiery personality was a heart filled with thoughtfulness and generosity. Dominga was always thinking of others. She would often offer something to her staff other housemates, wanting to share what she had and make those around her feel included and appreciated. Even in the smallest gestures, Dominga showed that she cared.

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Thomas Corcoran, First President of the Delaware River Waterfront Corp.

Thomas Patrick Corcoran passed away on August 30, 2026 after a long illness. He was 82 years old.

Tom had a storied career in the redevelopment of both sides of the Delaware River waterfront as a founder and CEO of the Cooper’s Ferry Development Association in Camden, New Jersey and as the first president of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. During his 25 years at the helm of Cooper’s Ferry, he rebuilt much of the largely abandoned post-industrial Camden waterfront. Then in 2009, he crossed the river to take on the challenge of redeveloping the central 7 mile waterfront in Philadelphia. Tom was a visionary urban planner and economic development strategist with short term practicality and long term vision.

Upon completing a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the Wharton School in 1975, Tom joined a group of young men know as the “whiz kids” in managing Camden City government under than Mayor Angelo Errichetti. He worked in Camden City government for 9 years finally holding the highest appointed position of Business Administrator.

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Louis Kenerley, 61, of Haddon Township

On August 26, 2026, of Haddon Township, NJ. Age 61 years.

Beloved son of Philip and Rosemarie Kenerley. Dear brother of identical twins, Philip Kenerley, Jr. and George Kenerley.

Louis loved people and animals, especially Sampson, his dog who predeceased him.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 10:30 to 11:30 AM at St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish, St. John Church, 809 Park Ave., Collingswood, NJ. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30 AM. Interment Calvary Cemetery, Cherry Hill, NJ.

Arrangements by the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, Collingswood and Audubon, NJ.

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James T. McColligan, 58, of Gloucester City

Jimmy was the Beloved Son of Edward and Sandy (nee Fithian) McColligan. He is survived by his Brothers, Ed (Tracey), Steven (Kristen), and Dave (Maria) McColligan. He was a Loving Uncle, Nephew, & Cousin and had many lifelong Friends that he was close to. He was also very lucky to have his “Sister”/ Loving Neighbor” Arlene Batezel who spent countless hours at the house with him.

Jimmy, AKA “Jimbo”, “Bo”, and “Radar,” was a Graduate of the Gloucester City High School Class of ’85. He was a NASCAR Fan and an avid motorcycle enthusiast who later became a Harley Davidson Mechanic. He worked briefly at Barb’s Harley Davidson and was a long time employee at Salem County Harley. He was a fun loving guy who always made time for his family and friends. He enjoyed riding and camping and made lots of memories on many trips and adventures over the years.

In Jimmy’s honor, please come out in your favorite Harley shirt or your favorite rock band T-Shirt and be comfortable as Jimmy would want. No need to dry clean the suits! He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is finally at peace and no longer in pain!

Relatives an friends may call on Tuesday morning, September 1st at McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org in memory of James McColligan.

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