Obituaries
Mary LeBude
Aug 20, 2026
(1944–2026)
Born in Mount Holly in 1944 to Charles and Mildred Gaskill, Mary was raised in Maple Shade with a younger sister, Linda and she graduated from Merchantville High School in 1962.
Mary was full of life, incredibly vibrant and spunky. She didn’t sugarcoat the facts; she offered the truth you needed to endure your most difficult moments. A devoted Philly sports...
David Semple
Aug 14, 2026
David “Davey” Semple was a man who understood that some of life’s best moments required nothing more than a fishing pole, a radio tuned to the Phillies, and the patience to wait for a bite. A self-employed plumber by trade and a traveler by heart, Davey passed away recently at the age of 71, leaving behind a legacy of hard...
Gene Caven
Jul 14, 2026
Gene Stutler Caven, 79, of Maple Shade, NJ passed away peacefully at CooperHospital in Camden on July 14.
Gene was born on February 4, 1947 in Takoma Park, MD. He graduated fromPennsville Memorial High School in 1965 and attended the University of Delawarebriefly before enlisting in the U.S. Navy. He served eight years in Virgina, California,Hawaii, Midway Island and on the...
Michelle Eberle
Aug 18, 2026
She was a woman whose life was defined by her love and devotion to her family. A revered "baseball mom" and a DIY artisan, Michelle didn't just attend her children’s games; she lived at the field, orchestrating a decade of travel from Georgetown to Hershey to ensure her boys had a front-row seat to their own potential.
Born in 1979 and...
Rosemarie Sullivan
Aug 15, 2026
Rosemarie Sullivan, 85, of Cherry Hill, NJ, passed away peacefully on 8/15/26 at Lady of Lourdes Hospital.
Born on September 27, 1940 in South Jersey, Rosemarie was the beloved daughter of Rose and Henry Epting. She spent her life as a loving mother, wife, Mom-mom, sister, and friend.
Those who knew Rosemarie will remember her for her smile, her warmth, her love...
Nancy E Arsenault
Jul 25, 2026
Born and raised in New Jersey, Nancy spent her entire life in the state she proudly called home. She had a heart that seemed to have room for everyone. To family, friends, neighbors, and even those she had just met, Nancy was like everyone's mom; always ready with a listening ear, a helping hand, or comforting words. Nancy had an...
Mark Kane
Jul 23, 2026
Mark possessed a remarkable mind. Resourceful and naturally gifted, he could solve problems with ease and was always the first person family, friends, and neighbors turned to when they needed a helping hand. Whether it was fixing something around the house or lending his time, Mark was always there without hesitation. Outside of work, Mark enjoyed staying informed about the...
Mariano Marrero
Jul 26, 2026
Mariano was a man in constant motion. For him, a vacation wasn’t a period of rest; it was simply an opportunity to find a different job to do. Whether he was picking blueberries at 4:00 AM or managing a warehouse for HealthWatch, his life was defined by a relentless work ethic and a deep, abiding devotion to the family he...
Patrick S McGonigle
Jul 24, 2026
A lifelong Shader, Pat was the eleventh of twelve children, a man who grew up in a busy household where the door was never locked and the "McGonigle Show" was always in session. As one of "the little guys", Pat learned early on the importance of patience, loyalty and family pride. Growing up in a bustling household shaped his generous...
Andrea Jackowicz
Jul 5, 2026
Andrea was vibrant, and unapologetically herself. To know Andrea was to know a woman who bled Eagles green, a diehard Philadelphia fan who finally got to see the Super Bowl win she’d waited a lifetime for—and she made sure everyone heard about it.
Raised in Bridesburg and a proud graduate of Nazareth Academy, Andrea was a neighborhood fixture long before she...
Rita Castor
Jul 5, 2026
Rita was a force of nature in a 4’11” frame. For 97 years, she lived life on her own terms, fiercely independent and perpetually in motion. To Rita, a home was a place you lived, not a place you were "put," and she defended that autonomy until the very end. She was the Energizer Bunny: a woman who never met...
Theresa Dodaro
Jul 3, 2026
Theresa didn't just enter a room; she brightened it. Whether it was the sequins on her shirt or the perfect hair, makeup, and nails she made every room she entered a better one. She carefully curated her style from head to toe right until her last days. Her daughter made sure of it!
She was a Philadelphia girl who found her...
Linda Lotierzo
Jun 29, 2026
Linda didn’t just enter a room; she orchestrated the energy within it. Whether she was playing club music and dancing through the kitchen in the '90s or relaxing with her remote controls, Linda was the undisputed CEO of the Lotierzo home. She was meant to be a mom and grandmom and did it with whole being, fierce, protective and warm.
She...
Salvatore Vitale
Jun 18, 2026
Salvatore “Sal” Vitale lived a life defined by the things that mattered most to him—family, hard work, loyalty, and time spent with the people he loved. He passed away after 83 years well lived, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, generosity, and unwavering love.
Being a father to four children was not always easy. Sal could be strict, but as his...
John Black
Jun 7, 2026
He was the "John of all trades," a man who believed that if you paid someone else to do a job, you were breaking the rules. With size 13 working-man hands and a relentless "do-it-yourself" ethos, he transformed every space he touched—from finishing basements and laying marble tile to building a backyard pavilion and pool that became the family's private...
Benita A Alexander
Apr 13, 2026
Benita Ann (Blackson) Alexander was born on September 16, 1959, in Kittery, Maine, under the sun sign of Virgo and the moon sign of Pisces.
She was the beloved first daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin Blackson and Sirletta Fordelma (Belcher) Blackson. She was preceded in death by her husband, Maxie Stevens Alexander, in 2020.
Benita carried a lifelong love of learning...
Richard Ackermann
Jun 3, 2026
A mechanical engineer by trade and a storyteller by heart, Richard "Rich" William Ackermann was a man of distinct passions, meticulous precision, and quiet depth. He passed away peacefully at 81 years old.
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the late Richard John and Helen Marie “Berry” Ackermann, Rich was raised in Deptford Township, New Jersey, graduating from Deptford Township High School...
Robert G Sauselein
May 30, 2026
Sauselein, Robert G., age 81 of Maple Shade, NJ passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 30th, 2026. He was predeceased by his high school sweetheart, Ruth (Lemmerman) Sauselein in 2022 after 59 years of marriage. Loving Father of Robert E. Sauselein Sr. (Karen) & Steven D. Sauselein (Sandy). Dear Brother of the deceased Joseph, Jack, & Charles. Happily...
George John Wolfinger
May 30, 2026
George John Wolfinger, a man whose life was defined by quiet devotion to his family and a legendary sense of fun, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2026.
Born in Maple Shade and a 1979 graduate of Burlington County VoTech, George spent his career as a dedicated warehouse professional and forklift driver at Sbars. While he was a hard worker, George’s...
Nancy Chester
May 20, 2026
Nancy Chester, age 66, of Maple Shade, died May 20. She was born in Camden and raised in Maple Shade and was a 1978 graduate of Maple Shade High School.
She is survived by her mother, Catherine and her brother, Michael (Carmella) and was pre-deceased by her brother, Steven.
Family will celebrate her life at a service at Converge Church, 802. N....
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