Obituaries

Harry J. McCalla, Jr.

Harry J. McCalla, Jr.

Oct 25, 2024

Harry J. McCalla, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 25, 2024 at the age of 81. He was born in Camden on April 23, 1943 to the late Harry, Sr. and Catherine McCalla. Harry was a lifetime resident of Maple Shade and small business owner of H. McCalla Trucking, Creative Concepts and Aqua Tech Scuba Center. He was a...

Joanne S. Antoniak

Joanne S. Antoniak

Oct 20, 2024

Joanne S. Antoniak (nee Higgins) age 64 of Mt. Laurel passed away on Sunday October 20, 2024. Born in Philadelphia on January 7, 1960, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Selena Higgins. Joanne was a longtime resident of Maple Shade before moving to Mt. Laurel.

Joanne is survived by her loving grandchildren Selina, Bentley, Jayden and Nicholas...

Gail Laird

Gail Laird

Oct 14, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Gail Laird (nee Klein) who passed away on October 14, 2024, at the age of 75, leaving behind family, friends, colleagues, and students. Gail leaves behind her best friend and partner of 57 years, her husband, Edward Rust Laird and their beloved daughter and son: Phaedra Laird and Kyle...

Geraldine Biscardi

Geraldine Biscardi

Oct 10, 2024

Geraldine Biscardi (nee Gramaglia) age 85 of Maple Shade passed away on Thursday October 10, 2024. She was born in Philadelphia on January 10, 1939 to the late Gerardo and Elizabeth Gramaglia. Geri resided in Northeast Philadelphia for many years and moved to Maple Shade 25 years ago, having enjoyed many years at her second home in Lancaster, Pa. Before...

Edith DiTullio

Edith DiTullio

Oct 8, 2024

Edith DiTullio (nee DeVita) age 93 of Cherry Hill passed away on Tuesday October 8, 2024. Born in Philadelphia on February 2, 1931 to the late Salvatore and Minnie DeVita, Edith was a resident of Maple Shade before moving to Cherry Hill. She enjoyed trips to the casino and always looked forward to spending time with her family. 

Beloved wife of...

Dennis M. Adams, Sr.

Dennis M. Adams, Sr.

Oct 3, 2024

Dennis M. Adams, Sr. of Maple Shade passed away peacefully at home on Thursday October 3, 2024 at the age of 68, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Philadelphia on February 6, 1956 to the late Robert and Loretta Adams and resided there until moving to Maple Shade 23 years ago. Dennis proudly served his country in...

Herta K. Coleman

Herta K. Coleman

Sep 29, 2024

Herta (nee Strobl) K. Coleman, age 92, of Maple Shade, NJ passed away Sunday 29th, 2024. She was born in Kitzingen, Germany on July 6,1932 and was formerly of Camden and Mt. Laurel, NJ. Herta retired as the Executive Housekeeper for Cherry Hill Inn after more than 25 years. Herta enjoyed going to the casinos and playing bingo. 

Beloved wife of...

Karen L. Greene

Karen L. Greene

Sep 29, 2024

Karen L. (nee Czyzewicz) Greene, age 65, lifelong resident of Maple Shade, NJ passed away Sunday September 29th, 2024. Born in Camden, NJ on February 3, 1959, to the late Walter and Betty Czyzewicz. Karen worked for American Honda in Mt. Laurel for many years and served on the Maple Shade First Aid Squad. A parishioner of OLPH she enjoyed...

Barbara J. McEwen

Barbara J. McEwen

Sep 28, 2024

Barbara J. (nee Heal) McEwen, age 84, of Maple Shade, NJ passed away peacefully on Saturday September 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Born in Mt. Holly on August 29, 1940 to the late John Wesley and Mabel Heal. Barbara was a lifetime Maple Shade resident, an avid sports fan, and she especially enjoyed watching the Phillies.

Loving mother of...

Marguerite T. Phillips

Marguerite T. Phillips

Sep 24, 2024

Marguerite T. Phillips (nee Kmecik), age 70, of Cinnaminson, NJ, formerly of Philadelphia, PA, passed peacefully on September 24, 2024.

Marguerite was born to the late Marguerite and Stephen Kmecik and grew up in the Juniata Park section of Philadelphia. She was a graduate of the Philadelphia College of Textiles and Sciences where she earned her bachelor’s degree in business. Marguerite...

Charles Needham,Jr.

Charles Needham,Jr.

Sep 24, 2024

Charles Needham, Jr., age 94, of Burlington Twp., NJ, former longtime resident of Mt. Laurel, NJ, passed peacefully on September 25, 2024.

Charlie was born on September 17, 1930 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Emily and Charles Needham, Sr. and was raised in Oaklyn, NJ. Following high school he proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1949 to 1953 and...

Ethel H. Alday

Ethel H. Alday

Sep 23, 2024

Ethel H. Alday, age 94, of Pennsauken, NJ, passed peacefully on September 23, 2024. 

Ethel was born to the late Lizzie C. (nee Eagan) and John M. O’Connor and grew up in Maple Shade, NJ. She had been a resident of Pennsauken since 1959. 

Since her childhood, Ethel was a very active member of the United Church of Christ/Congregational Church in Maple...

Susan L. Chodnoff

Susan L. Chodnoff

Sep 19, 2024

Susan L. Chodnoff (nee Tingley) age 70 of Maple Shade passed away on Thursday September 19, 2024. Susan was born in Derby, Connecticut on August 17, 1954 to the late Frank and and Janet Tingley. She was formerly of Philadelphia and had resided in Maple Shade for the last 46 years. Sue had been retired for several years. She loved...

Peter Mano Melas

Peter Mano Melas

Sep 17, 2024

Peter Mano Melas of Burlington passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Born in New York, NY, he lived in New Jersey for 28 years. Peter was a proud US Marine veteran who served as a Captain during the Vietnam War, exemplifying courage, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to service. Beyond his military career, Peter became a respected professional in...

James Joseph Mancuso, Jr.

James Joseph Mancuso, Jr.

Sep 13, 2024

James Joseph Mancuso,Jr. of Maple Shade passed away unexpectedly on Friday September 13, 2024. He was 46 years old. Jimmy was a resident of Maple Shade, grew up in Moorestown and was a graduate of Moorestown High School. He was employed by Laborers Union Local #172, and was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. 

Husband of Patricia Mancuso (nee Smith), loving father...

Elizabeth Ann McClure

Elizabeth Ann McClure

Sep 12, 2024

Elizabeth Ann McClure (nee Amesbury) age 94 of Atco, formerly of Maple Shade passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024. Ann was born in Baltimore, Md on June 11, 1930 to the late Harry and Edith Amesbury and was a lifelong resident of Maple Shade before moving to Atco recently. She was a devoted member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church...

Elizabeth M. Deaner

Elizabeth M. Deaner

Sep 1, 2024

Elizabeth M. Deaner (nee Burton) of Ocean City, NJ, formerly of Pennsauken and Maple Shade, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 surrounded by her loving family. Elizabeth was born in Rugby, England on May 20, 1924 to the late William and Margaret Burton. She had worked as a bus aide for Pennsauken Twp. schools and was a member...

Jamie Dru Gardner

Jamie Dru Gardner

Aug 24, 2024

Jamie Dru Gardner (née Seidman), 65, of Cherry Hill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2024, surrounded by her family. 

Born on September 17, 1958, to the late David Seidman and Elayne (Seidman) Levin. Jamie lived a life full of love and joy. She dedicated her professional time as a legal assistant/secretary in Cherry Hill for over 20 years. Her...

Cynthia Mario

Cynthia Mario

Aug 21, 2024

Cynthia Mario of Collingswood passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 21, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was 56 years old. Cindy was born in Stratford on May 7, 1968 to Anthony Mario and Rosemary Manz. She grew up in Maple Shade and resided there before moving to Collingswood. She loved traveling to the beach and was a great...

Joann "Jo" Marie Casassa

Joann "Jo" Marie Casassa

Aug 21, 2024

Joann Marie Casassa (nee Bishop) affectionately known as "Jo" passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 21, 2024, at the age of 76, surrounded by the love of her family in the comfort of her home. Born in Darby, Pennsylvania, on May 5,1948 to the late Thomas and Louise Bishop, she was a resident of Maple Shade since 1969. Joann had...