Category: OBITUARIES

Helen G. Boehner Elliott (nee Shaffer) of Runnemede

Helen G. Boehner Elliott (nee Shaffer), on December 31, 2019, of Runnemede. Age 92.

Beloved mother of Roland Boehner (Karen), Carol Boehner and Barry Boehner (Christine). Loving grandmother of Kevin Boehner (Laura). Great grandmother of Joshua and Hannah. Dear sister of the late Evelyn, Rayetta, Greta and Clarence. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Helen was a member of TMA Laurel Springs, the Red Hatters, the Lindenwold Moose Lodge and Stetser Lamartine American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Chews Landing.

There will be a visitation from 3 to 4pm Monday afternoon at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Memorial Service 4pm at the funeral home.

Interment private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Helen’s memory to the American Diabetes Assoc., 575 Route 28, Bldg. 2, Suite 2107, Raritan, NJ 08869.

Obituary: Peter \”Pete\” Feyas Race Car Driver, Fisherman, Tae Kwon Do School Owner

Pete passed away peacefully on the evening of December 27th, 2019. He was preceded in death by his mother Beverly Rodgers, his father Peter J. Feyas Jr., and brothers-in-law Guy Ludlam and Jerry Dow. He is survived by his children Sarah and Nicholas, his grandson Elijah, and his sisters Beverly Dow, Chrissy Ludlam, and Sandy Flynn.

Pete was and adventurer and an entrepreneur. He was a race car driver, a fisherman, and owner operator of several Tae Kwon Do schools, where he was lead instructor and a 7

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degree Black Belt. Through his schools, Pete impacted and uplifted the communities around him for 22 years.

Funeral Services will be private.

Memorial Donations in lieu of flowers are requested to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001 or online at alzfdn.org/support-us/donate/

Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through:

McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME,

Gloucester City, NJ Ph: 856-456-1142

Franny Ferry, Teamsters Local 676 BA; Co-Owner of Rolferrys; Founding Member of CC Emerald Society

Francis W. Ferry (Franny)

Francis W. Ferry 73, of Sewell passed away peacefully Thursday, January 2, 2020 with loving family by his side. Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was retired with Teamsters Local 676 as a Business Agent and co-owner of Rolferry\’s Imprint & Award Specialties, Inc. in Brooklawn. Francis enjoyed spending his time watching football, boating, spending time with family, and going to the shore. Well known in Paulsboro in 1970\’s and 80\’s as a Football Coach of 65 lbs. known as the Junk Yard Dogs.

A former resident of Gloucester City, he was inducted into Paulsboro and Gloucester High School Hall of Fame for football. Francis was also a founding member of the Camden County Emerald Society of Pipes and Drums.

Francis is survived by his beloved wife, Diana F. Ferry (nee Spencer); daughters, Sheryl Casey and Amy Reuter (Drew); son, Jeff Ferry (Carla); PopPop to The Six Pack: Connor, Evan, Hailey, Ryan, Griffin and Madison; sisters, Mary Forman and Peg Ferry; and brothers John and Jay Ferry.

Family and Friends are invited to visit from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at Smith Funeral Home, 47 Main Street, Mantua, NJ 08051 and Wednesday, January 8, 2020 from 9:00 am to 10:45 am at St. Mary\’s Catholic Church, 426 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, New Jersey 08030. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at St. Mary\’s Catholic Church. Burial to follow at Eglington Cemetery in Clarksboro, NJ 08020.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Discovery Ministries Inc., PO Box 76, Haddonfield, NJ 08033, Phone 215-901-7159.

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Stanley Booth Retired Gloucester High Teacher

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Billy Boy\’ Brandt Retired Gloucester City Patrolman

Irvin G. Brown Jr., Retired E.I. Dupont Employee;

Harry J. Blymer, Longtime Member of Gloucester City American Legion

Lifetime Friends Harry Blymer and Joe DiGiacomo Die Within 24-Hours of Each Other

George F. Cleary Jr Letter Carrier, Army Security

Jim Coppola, a Great Guy who Enjoyed Life to the Fullest

Joyce R. Countiss, Past West Chester College Professor; GHS Alumnus

John P. DiFelice, of Deptford; Member of Operating Engineers, Teamsters and Laborers Unions

Joseph L. DiFelice, of Gloucester City; Retired Teamster

Vince \”Jock\” DiGiacomo, former Gloucester City Resident Succumbs to Cancer

U.S. Army Sergeant Joseph Farley, Decorated Iraq War Veteran

Skip Grandizio, Army Veteran, Iron Worker, Past City Resident

Memorial Service Saturday for Laraine Stiles Flynn

Pat Gerber
, of Gloucester City; Member of St. Mary Parish

Gary Gross Sr., Owner of ECarol Insulators

Thomas P. Graham of BROOKLAWN, age 60

Joseph \”Mongo\” Montgomery, age 72, of Woodbury

Dorothy Alfreda Martz, of Brooklawn, Retired School Bus Driver

Tom \”Choo-Choo\” Murphy Succumbs

James D. Nicholson, A Man Who Lived a Fascinating Life

Chalie Pitzo, of Bellmawr, formerly of Gloucester City

Robert Raymond \”Reds\” Richards

Edward R. Pirrotta, Rams Alumnus, Retired Teacher

Matthew C. Spencer, St. Mary Church Sexton, GCHS Alumni Class of \’54

A TRIBUTE TO DENISE SARLO KRUEGER

Bill \”The Worm\” Seddon Age 72

Claudia Sherry, A Loving Wife, Mother and Friend

Evan W. Taylor, Age 75, formerly of Gloucester City; GHS Class of 1962

Thomas J. Tedesco, Sr. of Gloucester City; US Army Veteran

Chalie Tourtual of Brooklawn, Served in the National Guard

Harry R. Walker Sr., of Brooklawn Succumbs

Robert W. Weichmann of Brooklawn; Star Basketball Player

Bill \”Wibby\” Yeager, Formerly of Gloucester City, GHS Alumnus

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Francis L. Clancy, of Bellmawr age 60

Francis L. Clancy, on January 1, 2020, of Bellmawr. Age 60.

Beloved husband of Carolina (nee Reyes) for 34 years. Devoted father of Brian Clancy (Danyelle) and Sean Clancy. Loving Pop Pop of Conan Joseph. Loving son of Leona (nee Alsdorf) and the late Francis Clancy. Dear brother of Stella Clancy and William Clancy. Also survived by cousins.

There will be a viewing from 1 to 3pm Sunday afternoon at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Service and interment private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Frank’s memory to Alzheimer’s Assoc., 3 Eves Dr., Suite 310, Marlton, NJ 08053 or to Camden County Animal Shelter, 125 County House Rd., Blackwood, NJ 08012.

Francis L. Clancy, of Bellmawr age 60

Francis L. Clancy, on January 1, 2020, of Bellmawr. Age 60.

Beloved husband of Carolina (nee Reyes) for 34 years. Devoted father of Brian Clancy (Danyelle) and Sean Clancy. Loving Pop Pop of Conan Joseph. Loving son of Leona (nee Alsdorf) and the late Francis Clancy. Dear brother of Stella Clancy and William Clancy. Also survived by cousins.

There will be a viewing from 1 to 3pm Sunday afternoon at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Service and interment private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Frank’s memory to Alzheimer’s Assoc., 3 Eves Dr., Suite 310, Marlton, NJ 08053 or to Camden County Animal Shelter, 125 County House Rd., Blackwood, NJ 08012.

Bonnie Sue Howell of Gloucester City

Ooh boop be doo… Laugh in the sunshine, kiss in the rain, celebrate the happiness, learn from the pain. Live, laugh, love and forget. Life’s too short to live with regrets. Bonnie Sue Howell was a thunderstorm wrapped in beauty looking to be felt and understood in a world that loves sunny days. She was both hellfire and holy water who did it right. She wept, laughed, loved and lived. On Sunday December 22, 2019 Bonnie Sue passed away… and, now we remember.

Bonnie was born in Chester County, PA. She had been a long time Gloucester City Resident who was well known as “Mom” before moving to the Jersey Shore. She had worked as a waitress over the years and was an emphatic Betty Boop fan who will be fondly remembered as a wonderful mother.

Bonnie Sue leaves to cherish her memory, her sons; Michael and Russel & his wife Cheryl Ann Gellura. She is the proud grandmother of April Dawn Gellura, Danika, Erica and Damien Morgan. Bonnie is also survived and will be sadly missed by her sisters; Diane, Rene, Regina and Linda.

The time honored tradition of reuniting those we love with nature was held privately at Creran Celebration Etherington & Creran Funeral Homes 700 Powell St. Gloucester City. As an expression of sympathy and in lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation – Parkinson\’s Charity, Grand Central Station P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163-4777

www.michaeljfox.org

Patricia M. Pryzwara, of Gloucester City; Member of St. Mary\’s Parish; Catholic Daughters of America

Gloucester City – On December 29, 2019. Age 89. (nee Mischler). Loving and devoted wife of the late Joseph A. Pryzwara. Loving mother of Rita Johnson (Bohdan Anniuk), Patti Pryzwara (Ken MacAdams) and Frank Pryzwara (late Fran). Cherished grandmother of Max Pryzwara. Beloved

sister of Peggy Feil, Joan Storey (Dan), the late Judy McAree (surv. Fran), Bill Mischler (Leslie), Maureen Wexler (Larry) and Joey Mischler (Susan). Beloved sister-in-law of the late Adolf Pryzwara (late Ceil), the late Edward Pryzwara, Lillian Villanova (Emilio) and Dot MacLennan (late John). Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and her beloved dog, Coco.

Pat was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court Giese 439 and a  parishioner of St. Mary’s church in Gloucester City, where she taught CCD special education. Pat worked many years alongside her daughter, Patti at her salon in Haddonfield, China Clipper.

Relatives and friends are invited to her viewing on Saturday morning January 4th,  from 9 to 10:30 AM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 11 AM in St. Mary’s Church, Gloucester City. Interment St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chews Landing.

In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to Msgr. Lucitt’s Needy Children’s Fund, P.O. Box 87, Gloucester City, NJ 08030 or St. Rita Of Cascia Parish, 1166 S. Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19146. Please memo, Patricia M. Pryzwara.

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

Linda Bittman, Gloucester City Employee, Member of School Board, Community Choir, 1st Baptist Church

Linda Sue Bittman

Gloucester City – Linda Sue Bittmann, 72, of Gloucester City, lost her battle with cancer on December 27, 2019. Linda was a long time resident of Gloucester City and an active member of her community. She served in Gloucester City’s Finance Department for 25 years. Linda started on November 1, 1992 as the Welfare Director in Gloucester City and became Senior Account Clerk for Gloucester City Finance Department and retired on May 31, 2018. Linda was a founding member of the Gloucester City Community Choir, was a member of the Gloucester City First Baptist Church and Choir, was a member of the Ruby Tuesday’s chapter of the Red Hat Society, was a member of the PTA and the city’s school board for four years, was involved with the Boy Scouts of America on the local and county level for over 10 years, and served as a Gloucester City poll worker for over 20 years.

Linda was pre-deceased by her mother, Elaine Davis (Burdette) and her husband Emery James Bittmann. She is survived by her father, Robert Davis; her sister Beverley DiMedio, her brother Ronald Davis; her son, Eric Justin Bittmann and his wife Stacey Bittmann; her grandchildren Evan John Bittmann, Emma Lang Bittmann, and Christian Eric Bittmann.

Linda made an impact on the lives of everyone she has ever met. While she may no longer be with us, her memory will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone she has ever known.

Relatives, friends, Gloucester City employees and all organizations Linda belonged are invited to her viewing on Friday, January 3 from 9 -11am at the

McCann – Healey Funeral Home

: 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City, NJ, 08030. Service 11 am officiated by Dr. Robert Muse in the funeral home. Cremation and Interment are private at the request of the family.

Condolences: http://www.mccannhealey.com/

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for memorial donations in Linda’s name to be made to the Gloucester City First Baptist Church: P.O. Box 47, Gloucester City, NJ, 08030. Please write in memo: Linda Sue Bittmann

Charles C. Beswick Sr., Member of VFW Post 3620, Gloucester City Sportsmen AC, American Legion, Mason

Charles C. Beswick Sr., (photo) of Gloucester City passed away Friday, December 20, 2019, at the age of 76. Born in Camden, Charles was a longtime South Jersey resident and retired Union Pressman. He was a dedicated member of the Gloucester City VFW Post 3620 for many years. Charles was also a member of the Gloucester City Sportsmen Athletic Club, American Legion, and the Free and Accepted Masons.

He is survived by his previous spouses, Sara Beswick, Kathy Bagley; four loving children, Charles Beswick Jr. (Mary Ann), Janice Steeg, Michael Beswick (Chrissy), Nicole Beswick; eleven cherished grandchildren; twelve beloved great-grandchildren; two caring brothers; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.  Charles was predeceased by one brother and his loving companion, Mary.

A memorial celebration will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020 from 2-6 pm at the Gloucester City VFW Post 3620, 27 N. Burlington St., Gloucester City, NJ 08030. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the VFW. For condolences please visit www.gaskillbrown.com

William J. McDevitt, of Laurel Springs; Korean War Air Force Veteran

A long-time resident of Laurel Springs, NJ and previously of Collingswood, at the age of 87, passed away at home on December 27, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. Loving and

devoted husband of 62 years to Evelyn H. McDevitt (nee Dillin). Son of the late Blanche and William McDevitt of Philadelphia, PA. Loving father of William (Joann), John (Jacqueline), Robert (Susan), Joseph (Michele) and Barbara McDevitt. Cherished grandfather of Matthew (Samantha), Michael Sr., Ryan, Shawn (Krista), Jessica, Robby, Daniel, Joseph and Brandon. Cherished great-grandfather of Summer, Michael Jr. and Liam. Predeceased by his two sisters, Barbara Dudash and Patricia Cotter.

William proudly served our country as a radio operator in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. He worked as an electrical supervisor for Boeing in Ridley Park, PA and as a copier technician at several companies.

At his request, funeral services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053. Please memo, William J. McDevitt

Condolences and Memories may be shared at

www.mccannhealey.com

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