Veronica “Ronnie” White, 87, of Sicklerville

In the loving care of her family, Ronnie (nee Murphy) passed peacefully on September 13, 2026, at the age of 87, at home in Sicklerville, NJ. She was the cherished wife of the late James White, with whom she shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. She was the loving mother of James (Miriam) and Lucille (predeceased Steve).

Ronnie was born and raised in Gloucester City, NJ and attended Gloucester High School. She worked many years as a cashiering clerk for FiServ in Philadelphia, PA. She was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Church in Gloucester City, where her faith and community were an important part of her life.

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Mark A. Higginbotham, 61, of Vineland

Mark A. Higginbotham, age 61, of Vineland, NJ passed away peacefully while surrounded by loving family on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Mr. Higginbotham was born in Camden, NJ and had resided in Bellmawr, NJ before moving to Vineland. Mark, also known as “Big Dog”, brought an element of excitement to any gathering and was typically the loudest person in the room. Having lived in the South Jersey area, he amplified that electric personality simply by being an avid Cowboys fan. Mark also naturally enjoyed the casino atmosphere and relished in his Saturday trips to Live Casino. But above all, he cherished the time spent with family and friends and will be deeply missed by those he leaves behind.

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Joyce Ann Garrison Skramstad, 79, of Gloucester City

Joyce Ann Garrison Skramstad, 79, of Gloucester City, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and her devoted husband, Arvin.

Born on October 25, 1946, in Camden, New Jersey, Joyce was the daughter of Harvey and Ruth Garrison and grew up in Gloucester City. She graduated from Gloucester City High School, earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from Anderson University in Anderson, Indiana, and later completed a teaching certificate in early childhood development at Camden County College.

Joyce spent many years at Small World Nursery School, where she began as an assistant and went on to serve as teacher, lead teacher, and finally director until the school closed. She also served on the Gloucester City Juvenile Conference Committee.

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Manuel Sac, 52, of Deptford Township

On August 22, 2026, Age 52. Of Deptford Township. Formerly of Brooklyn, New York. Services are Private. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Manuel Sac. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN–HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, Gloucester City Ph:856 – 456 – 1142

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Lathrop – Cleary’s NoteBook News

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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.