Johnathan Mergentha, of Concord, NC; formerly of Gloucester City, age 19

Johnathan Mergentha

Suddenly on February 3, 2020, of Concord, NC; formerly of Gloucester City, NJ. Age 19 years.

Beloved son of Echo and Kevin Mergenthal. Loving brother of Christopher Koloski, Miranda Koloski, Robert, Ava and Emily Mergenthal. Dear grandson of Mabel and Karl Sherrer, Mimi Gloria Domina and the late Mona and Edward Mergenthal. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, dear friends: Tyler Mahoney and Troy Mikoski and his bird, Morty.

Johnathan was a former student at Gloucester City High School and a 2018 graduate of J.M. Robinson High School in Concord, NC. He was currently studying Bioengineering at R.C.C.C. Johnathan excelled in school, earning top honors in multiple Microsoft Certifications, winning the state championship on his Vex Robotics team and graduating with honors. He enjoyed spending time with his family in various activities including family game nights and trips back to New Jersey. Johnathan loved his pet cockatoo, Morty, and had a love of animals in general. He was known for his quick, dark humor and practical jokes, even becoming ordained as a minister so he could buy \”Jesus wafers\” to overcome everyday challenges in life. He loved making people smile and laugh and loved his family and friends.

Funeral services were held Feb. 10 at the FOSTER-WARNE FUNERAL HOME, 820 Haddon Ave., Collingswood, NJ. Interment will be private.

Edward T. Ellis \”Tommy\”, of Gloucester City; Retired Army Veteran, American Legion Post 135

Edward T. Ellis “Tommy”, 83

of Gloucester City, NJ passed away peacefully on February 1, 2020.

Edward

was survived by his daughter, Sara

Prepsel

(Scott); granddaughter, Samantha

Prepsel

;

brother, David Ellis; sister, Caroline

Ippolitto

; niece,

Maureen (Ellis)

Gorlewski

;

and nephews

, Howard E. Ellis, Jr., Michael J. Ellis and James R. Ellis

was predeceased by h

parents

Edward B. and Emma L. (Voorhees) Ellis

and his brother, Howard E.V. Ellis

Edward

proudly severed his county starting in 19

in the Marine Reserves follow

d by 4 years in the U.S. Navy. He then was transferred to the National Guard in Cherry Hill where he worked as a Supply Sargent/Clerk

in a civilian position while maintaining his

active

military duties. On March 4

, 1998 he retired from the U.S. Army.

Edward

was a member of the Masonic Lodge #

160,

Elmer, NJ

and

the American Legion Post #

135,

Gloucester City

Relatives and friends are invited to h

sitation on Thursday

, February

th, from

10 to 11:30

t the

McCANN

-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Funeral Service 11

:30

in the funeral home. Interment will

in BG William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ

Memorial donations may be made to

Fisher House Foundation Inc.

, 12300

Twinbrook

Parkway,

Ste

#41

, Rockville, MD 20832

or Willis Eye Foundation, 840 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

. Please memo,

Edward T. Ellis

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of

Edward T. Ellis

. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through:

McCANN

–HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City

856-456-1142

Obituary: Selvajean “Jean” Campanella, Bellmawr

Selvajean “Jean” Campanella (nee Miller), on February 12, 2020, of Bellmawr, formerly of South Philadelphia. Age 82.

Beloved wife of the late Anthony, Sr. Devoted mother of Anthony, Jr. (Dawn) and the late Denise. Loving grandmother of Anthony, III (Diana), Ryan Anthony (Erica), Steffany, Danielle (Justin) and Alayna and great grandmother of Hailey, Liliana and Reese. Dear sister of the late Gloria.

Mrs. Campanella enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and the Shop Rite girls.

Services are private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Mrs. Campanella’s memory to Animal Welfare Assoc., 509 Centennial Blvd., Voorhees, NJ 08043.

Gabrielle Oliva Noto, of Cherry Hill, age 31, Special Education Teacher, Triton HS Alum

Gabrielle Oliva Noto

On February 7, 2020. Age 31. Of Cherry Hill. Predeceased by her daughter, Alaia Carmella Eisenhower. Beloved daughter of Michele Noto (nee Fortune) and the late Joseph J. Noto. Loving fiancée of Adam Eisenhower. Beloved niece of Joyce Fortune and Godchild of Gerardine Benedetto.

Gabrielle was a graduate of Triton High School and received her bachelor’s degree in education. She worked many years a special education teacher.

At the request of her family, her funeral services will be private.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at

www.mccannhealey.com

under the obituary of Gabrielle Oliva Noto. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN–HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City Ph:856-456-1142

Irene J. Gearhart of Bellmawr; Past President of VFW Post 9563 Ladies Aux.

Irene J. Gearhart (nee Ringer), on February 9, 2020, of Bellmawr. Age 93.

Beloved wife of the late Thomas J. Gearhart. Devoted mother of Terry Forand (Dennis), Dennis Gearhart, and the late David T. Gearhart. Loving grandmother of Paul (Kelly), Christine, Matthew (Tiffney), Melissa (Matthew), Ashley (James), and Lauren and great grandmother of 20. Dear sister of Evelyn Main and preceded in death by 4 siblings. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Irene was a Past President and member of the Ladies Auxiliary at VFW Post #9563. She was also a member of the Bellmawr Senior Citizens Club.

There will be a viewing from 10am to 11am Friday at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Funeral service 11am at the funeral home.

Interment New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.

In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Habitat for Humanity International, 322 West Lamar Street, Americus, GA 31709-3543.

Nancy J. McGrath, age 65, of Sicklerville, formerly of Bellmawr

Nancy J. McGrath (nee Winsor), on February 7, 2020, of Sicklerville; formerly of Bellmawr. Passed

surrounded by family. Age 65.

Loving daughter of the late Eugene and Nancy (nee Daniels) Winsor. Beloved wife of Fran McGrath. Devoted mother of Jess. Dear sister-in-law of John (Sue), Diane (Marty), Debbie (Joe), Terry (Larry), Jim, Ruth (Mike), and the late Donna. Also survived by many nieces and nephews, special friends Ted Kidd and Betty Horne, and her beloved dog Gus.

Nancy loved bowling, Rod Stewart music, playing horseshoes, the beach, camping, traveling, gardening, and hosting parties. She was an avid shopper, Flyers fan, and animal lover. Nancy was also a coach at Bellmawr Girls Softball.

There will be a viewing from 9:00 am to 11:15 am Friday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Funeral service 11:30 am Friday morning at the funeral home.

Interment to be confirmed.

Linda Marie Kraft, of Gloucester City

Gloucester City – On February 2, 2020. Age 73. (nee Schmolze). Loving wife of 51 years to the late Roy A. Kraft. Loving mother of Leana Crowther (John) and Niccole Kraft. Beloved twin sister of Jennifer Fish and sister of George H. Schmolze, Jr. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

Linda was a graduate of Haddonfield High School. She worked many years as a receptionist for ALP Lighting in Pennsauken.

Interment will be private in Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.

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

Patrick J. Tobin of Mickleton; Basketball and Softball Coach, GCHS Alumnus

Patrick J. Tobin, of Mickleton, New Jersey, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 2, 2020. He was 46 years old. Patrick was born in Woodbury, New Jersey and graduated from Gloucester Catholic & Wilmington University. Patrick spent his life dedicated to helping others with his career as a Registered Nurse. Patrick\’s

greatest passion was his family, especially his three adorable daughters whom he loved to the moon and back. He was larger than life and always brought out the best in everyone he encountered along his life\’s journey. Patrick loved spending time on the beach. He was a passionate Eagles fan and was a huge Philadelphia Sports enthusiast. Patrick coached his daughter\’s basketball team at St. Margaret\’s Regional School and also coached softball. Patrick will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is the beloved husband of Colleen (nee Tinney); loving father of Madelyn, Charlotte & Elizabeth Tobin; dear brother of Phil (Anita), Mary Kate

Smith

(Dan), Jimmy, Tommy (Mary), Johnny (Dawn), Peggy Ann Gambone (Mike), Ellen McKenna (Bruce); brother-in-law of Connie (David) Lees and son-in-law of Edward & Dorothy Tinney. Patrick is predeceased by his parents, Philip & Margaret (nee Ryder) and his brother, Michael (Stacia). A cherished uncle to many loving nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Patrick\’s visitation on Monday, February 10th, 2020 from 4 to 8 PM at the McGUINNESS FUNERAL HOME, 34 Hunter Street, Woodbury, NJ. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 11th, 2020 at 10:30 AM in Holy Angels Parish, St. Patrick\’s R. C. Church, Cooper Street, Woodbury, NJ.

Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Swedesboro. In lieu of flowers, Patrick\’s family kindly requests memorial contributions made to The Tobin Girls\’ Educational Fund, c/o TD Bank, 148 North Main Street, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062.

Donna M. Miller of W. Collingwood Hts.

Donna M. Miller (nee Polidora), on February 6, 2020, of W. Collingswood Hts. Age 65.

Loving daughter of the late William and Mary Polidora. Devoted mother of Eddie Miller and his wife Shannon. Dear Mom-Mom of Ava, Ella and Braeden. Sister of Bill Polidora and his girlfriend Cheryl Knecht. Aunt of Dana McGovern (Michael) and great aunt of Keagan, Finnegan, Cavan and Maeve.

There will be a visitation from 6 to 8pm Tuesday eve at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Memorial Service 8pm at the funeral home.

Interment private.