James “Bo” Bobo, 88, of Gloucester City

“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.

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John “Jack” J. Barrett, Sr., 78, of Gloucester City

Of Gloucester City, NJ. Passed away on January 16, 2026. Age 78. Born in Camden, NJ, he was the son of the late William and Catherine (Valentine) Barrett. Jack was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Rose (Crusco)Barrett on October 4th, 2020. He survived by his son, Michael Barrett (Andrea Pallies); grandson, Edward Barrett: sister, Patricia Barrett. John was also predeceased by his son, John J. Barrett, Jr. on October 6th, 2018. 

Jack proudly served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Carpenter during the Vietnam War. He went on to work as a bricklayer for the Bricklayers Union #12 in Linden, NJ.  He later worked as security guard at Jefferson Hospital in Cherry Hill and also worked as a nozzleman for the Swim – Mor Pools & American Gunite for 20 years.

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Francisco DeLuca, 66, of Deptford

Deptford, NJ. Age 66. He is survived by his caring team at The Deptford Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Deptford, NJ.

Graveside services will be celebrated on Thursday, January 23rd at 10:00 am in Waterford Memorial Park Cemetery, 679 Pestleton Road, Waterford, NJ.

Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142     www.mccannhealey.com 

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Edward Pietiowski, 83, of Pittsgrove

Pittsgrove, NJ. Formerly of Milton, PA. Age 83. Born in Perth Amboy, NJ he was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Wielgos) Pietiowski. He was the fifth child of Joseph and Helen. He is survived by his siblings, Joseph, Barbara, Patricia, Christina, Viginia and Diana Wielgos as well as his caring team at Big Oak Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Pittsgrove, NJ.

Edward was retired from SunCom  Industries in Milton, PA and later worked as a crew member for McDonalds.

Graveside services will be celebrated 10 a.m. on Thursday, January 22 in Waterford Memorial Park Cemetery, 679 Pestleton Road, Waterford, NJ.

Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142     www.mccannhealey.com 

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Ernest K. Marden, 70 of Audubon

On January 8, 2026, at the age of 70. Of Audubon. Formerly of Haddonfield and Collingswood. Predeceased by his wives, Donna Marden (nee Savage) and Michele Burch; daughter, Jennipher Marden and his parents, Ernest D. Marden and Anne M. Marden (nee Brown). Survived by his siblings, Timothy Marden (Patty), Robert Phelps (Pat Rutherford), Nancy Smith (Arthur) and Michael Phelps; grandchildren Noah and Elijah, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Saturday afternoon, January 24th, 2026 from 1 to 2:30 PM at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City, where his funeral service will be celebrated at 2:30 PM. Interment will be private in Lakeview Memorial Park, Cinnaminson. 

Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Ernest K. Marden. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142.

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Shea Andrew O’Donnell, 37, of Gloucester City

Shea Andrew O’Donnell, age 37, of Gloucester City, New Jersey, passed away surrounded by his loving family on January 11, 2026 at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, New Jersey.

Born on November 1, 1988, Shea was a lifelong resident of Gloucester City and a graduate of Gloucester City High School. He earned his associate’s degree from Gloucester County Community College and was employed by UPS as a driver in Lawnside, New Jersey. Shea was known for his quick wit, easygoing nature, and the way he could always make people laugh — he always had a joke ready. Those who knew him will remember his humor, loyalty, and the deep love he had for his family and friends.

Sports were an important part of Shea’s life. He played football growing up with the Gloucester City Mustangs, baseball with Gloucester City Little League basketball with the Carmen Palmero Basketball League in Gloucester City and swam for the Gloucester City Swim team. During his high school years, Shea was an outstanding football and track athlete at Gloucester City High School.

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Charles Joseph Reed, 93, of Gloucester City

Charles Joseph Reed, age 93, of Gloucester City, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, New Jersey. Charles was raised in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania, was a longtime resident of Gloucester City, New Jersey, and a graduate of Saint Mary’s High School in Gloucester City, New Jersey. He also completed some college coursework at Akron University.

Charles proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He entered the Navy right out of high school and served for three years, attaining the rank of EM2. During his service, he was awarded the Navy Occupation Service Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal, and the United Nations Service Medal. Charles was honorably discharged on June 3, 1954.

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John “Jack” G. Eberle, Jr., 85 of Gloucester City

On January 3, 2026. Age 85. Of Gloucester City, NJ. Born in Camden, NJ, he was the son of the late John G. Eberle, Sr. and Laura (McCormick) Eberle. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ann L. (Hyk) Eberle (March 18, 2016). Jack is survived by his loving children, Jean M. Eberle, Karen L. Tomlin, Robert S. Eberle, Jacqueline Heuermann; cherished grandchildren, Jeremy, Joshua, Danielle, Rachel, Sadie, Peyton; great grandchildren, Aubrey, Harper, Cole, Jace, Kinsley, Jordan, Savanna, and Jeremiah, beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Jack proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and later worked as an Assistant Container Terminal Manager for the Delaware River Stevedore Corp., in Philadelphia, PA. 

Relatives and friends are invited to Jack’s viewing on Thursday, January 15th, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and again on Friday, January 16th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the McCANN – HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 851 Monmouth St., Gloucester City, where funeral services will be celebrated promptly at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in the BG William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Road, Wrightstown, NJ.

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Catherine E. Riley, age 103 formerly of Gloucester City, Saint Mary’s Grammar School Alumni

 On February 18, 2010. Age 103. (nee McQuaid) Of Manahawkin. Formerly of Gloucester City. Loving wife of the late Vic Riley. Dear sister of the late Francis (Elizabeth) McQuaid. Loving aunt of Margaret (Stephen) Cook.

Catherine attended St. Mary’s Grammar School in Gloucester City and was a graduate of Camden Catholic High School. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America Court Giese #439 in Gloucester City.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 11 am at St. Mary’s R.C. Church: 426 Monmouth St. Gloucester City, NJ. Catholic Daughters prayer service will begin at 10:45 am in the church. Interment New Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr. There will be no viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations in Catherine’s memory to Southern Ocean Home Health and Hospice: 1140 Route 72 West, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 or American Cancer Society: 1035 Hooper Ave, Toms River, NJ 08753.

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