WASHINGTON, May 24, 2009 – Pam Crane sat peacefully in a patch of freshly mowed grass along Highway 27 here in the nation’s capital, remembering her husband, his patriotism and his cause.

Bikers from all across the country pull into the Pentagon\’s north parking lot May 24, 2009, to participate in the 22nd Annual Rolling Thunder rally in Washington, D.C., to remind the nation that many American servicemembers who were prisoners of war or missing in action are still unaccounted for. DoD photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Michael J. Carden
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She overlooked a sea of motorcycles and bandana-wearing war veterans gathered today in the Pentagon’s north parking lot for the 22nd Annual Rolling Thunder rally. Each and every one of them, she said, share her husband Warren’s passion to never let the nation forget that some of their battle buddies and brothers in arms never came home. 

To the Democrats of the Second Ward, it is with a heavy heart that I inform you today that I am withdrawing from the Democratic Primary on June 2. I apologize for the timing of this withdrawal, but after much thought and deliberation, I feel it is best. My commitments to work and family are drawing greater attention and I must dedicate my time to them.

That being said, I ask you, before you cast your ballot on Election Day, ask yourself, are you satisfied with the work that has been done over the last three years? Look at your tax bill, look at your neighborhood, look at the services you receive from the city and ask, over the last three years, have any of them improved as you were told they would?

This is a turning point for Gloucester City and the Democrat Party. Upon reflection on these questions, I would ask that you cast your vote accordingly, for a better Gloucester City and a stronger Democratic Party.

Raymond F. Coxe, Gloucester City

source Gloucester City News

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By Bill Cleary

 Vincent James Coppola Jr., of Franklin Township, passed away suddenly on Sunday May 24. Jim, as he was known by his friends, was born and raised in Gloucester City. He was 66.

PHOTO: Jim with a flounder he caught while fishing with his friend Bob Bevan

Those of us who knew Jim will remember him for his smile and quick wit. He had a dry sense of humor and he loved to laugh. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was one of the original members of the defunct Gloucester City Rod and Gun Club. Jim is an original member of the Gloucester City Breakfast Club.

He retired from the Sheet Metal Workers’ Local Union No. 19 in 2003 with 22 years of service. Jim was an avid boater and also loved fishing and hunting.

In the 60’s Jim served in the New Jersey National Guard, 150^th Armored Division, 114 Infantry, Pitman barracks. The National Guard was activated in 1967 to quell the racial riots in Newark NJ. Jim was one of the thousands of soldiers who participated in that four day war, also known to those of us who served in the Guard as the \”Battle of Newark\”.

He is survived by his wife Rosemarie T. (nee Carbone). Loving father of Vincent J. III and Anthony V. Coppola and grandfather of Cody N. Coppola. Devoted brother of Judy Hampton (Randall), brother-in-law of Theresa Carbone (Kevin) and dear uncle of Kimberly, Lesley, Brian, Andrea, Jessica and Laura. Jim was born and raised in Gloucester City.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Friday evening from 7:00 to 9:00 PM and again Saturday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at the CRERAN FUNERAL HOME 400 White Horse Pike, Oaklyn.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 AM at St. Aloysius Church, 37 W. Haddon Ave., Oaklyn, NJ. Interment to follow New St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr.

 

By Bill Bates

Mount Ephraim

NEWS Correspondent

The Board of Commissioners (BOC) meeting in Mount Ephraim on May 7 had very few seats empty as the hot topic for the evening was the Proposed School Tax Increase as well as the Municipal Tax Increase.

Many residents asked many questions regarding the tax increases and why they are one of the highest in the area. Resident Mark MacGarvey from James Street wanted to know \”When is enough?\” \”We the taxpayers are at a max between the school and the municipal tax.\” Several other residents expressed similar feelings to the BOC.

Dan Preziosi from Kings Highway wanted to know if everything was being done to help keep costs at a minimal? Mayor Wolk reassured the residents in attendance that they have been doing their best with what they have been dealt.

CLEMENTS

William H.

On May 26, 2009. Age 79. Of Gloucester City. Devoted and loving husband of 49 years to the late Ruth J. Clements (nee Stauffer). Loving and caring father of David W. Clements of Lindenwold, Kathleen Clements of Shamong, Colleen M. Roque of Haddon Heights and the late John W. Clements. Predeceased by his two sisters. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. William was born and raised in Gloucester City. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Army. William worked 30 years as a laborer for the Camden County Highway Dept. before retiring in 1990. He was a longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Gloucester City. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend his viewing on Saturday morning from 9 to 11 am at the McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, (at Brown Street) Gloucester City. Funeral service will take place in the funeral home beginning at 11 am officiated by Pastor Gary Brennan of the Westville United Methodist Church. Interment with military honors Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro. Memorial donations may be made in William’s name to the Westville United Methodist Church: 14 Center Ave. Westville, NJ 08093. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to the family through our funeral home website www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of William H. Clements. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City, NJ. Phone: 856-456-1142.

DIESNER

Robert J., Jr.
On May 24, 2009. Age 85. Of Haddon Heights. Formerly of Marlton and Haledon. Loving and devoted husband of 63 years to Gertrude E. (nee Thomas). Beloved father of Robert J. (Mary) Diesner, III of Haddon Heights and John T. (Angela) Diesner of Lincoln Park, NJ. Loving grandfather of Maureen (Shawn), Michael (Alyssa), Daniel and Jacki Lynn. Loving great-grandfather of Jack, Joe, Harry and Nate.

Robert was born in Paterson, NJ where he graduated from Central High School. He proudly served our country in the U.S. Navy during WWII. In his later years he enjoyed traveling, with his wife, to each USS Sperry reunion. He worked 38 years for NY Bell Telephone Company in New York City and was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend his visitation on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 pm at the Healey Funeral Home: 9 White Horse Pike, (at Kings Highway) Haddon Heights. Memorial Service will begin at 8 pm in the funeral home. At the request of the family, cremation and inurnment with military honors will take place privately at Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery, Arneytown, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert\’s memory to Samaritan Hospice: 5 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053 or Fox Chase Cancer Center: 333 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19111. Please write in memo: Robert J. Diesner, Jr. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Robert J. Diesner, Jr. Funeral Arrangements, Directions to the Service and Inquiries may be made through: McCann-Healey Funeral Home: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142

Eleven people were hanging on a rope, under a helicopter.
10 men and 1 woman.
The rope was not strong enough to carry them all, so they decided that one had to leave,
Because otherwise they were all going to fall.

They weren\’t able to choose that person,
Until the woman gave a very touching speech.
She said that she would voluntarily let go of the rope, because,
As a woman, she was used to giving up everything for her husband and kids or for men in general, and was used to always making sacrifices with little in return.

As soon as she finished her speech,

All the men started clapping …….

submitted by brother George

Category Chuckles

Independence Day Parade Registration Form

Return form NO LATER THAN 6/19/09 to:

 Kellie Ferry at 512 Municipal Bldg. Monmouth Street, Gloucester NJ 08030

 

*Organization_______________________________________________________________________

Contact Name_______________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address_____________________________________________________________________

Daytime Phone_____________________________ Evening Phone________________________

*Cell Phone________________________________ *Email________________________________ (*if applicable)

What category will you be participating in?

o Best Large Float

o Best Small Float

o Best Decorated Bike

o Most Unique Vehicle

o Best Costume

o Best Dressed Animal

o Best Marching Unit

Is music included with your entry? oYes oNo  oRecorded Music  oLive Music

Will you be distributing anything (ex. candy). If so what_________________________?

Parade Classification-Check all that apply.

oTruck and Trailer Unit

oVehicle Unit

oAnimal Unit

oMarching Unit

 

oCivic organization (churches, residents, civic groups, etc.)

oYouth Group

oOther___________________________________________________________________________

Length of Entry-Check what best describes your entry.

o1-14 feet

oabout 15 feet

oabout 25 feet

oabout 35 feet

oabout 45 feet

oabout 60 feet

oother_____________________________________________________________________________

Quantity-include approximate numbers

oPeople____________

oCars______________

oTrucks____________

oTrailers___________

 

 

 

 

Gloucester City NJ

Rt 76 North MM 1.5

 5-24-09 14:45hrs

Mount Ephraim Fire Dept Deputy Chief 402 (Gilmore) arrived and reported a vehicle on its roof with 1 person trapped, Gloucester City Squad 51, Camden Rescue 1 and Mount Ephraim Squad 45 operated to extricate the victim, UMDNJ EMS Camden BLS 43 and Mount Ephraim BLS 4 transported with Virtua Paramedics to Cooper.

New Jersey State Police are investigating the accident

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