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Patricia Ann Kropp

Patricia Ann Kropp

Jun 19, 2026

Patricia “Patti” Kropp passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 in the loving and devoted care of her husband, Rick and cherished family leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and service to her community.

Born and raised in Gloucester City, New Jersey, Patti was the cherished daughter of Virginia Yuhas (nee Wrigley) and the late Charles Leo Gillespie III. She...

Kimberly E. Fletcher

Kimberly E. Fletcher

Jun 15, 2026

Kim was born on June 7th, 1968 to Sandra Pountney and the late Raymond Fletcher, Jr.

Kim was a member of the Brooklawn United Methodist Church, where she attended evening services with her mom. She enjoyed her time when working at Manor Care in West Deptford, where she developed meaningful relationships with some of the residents.

Kim found pleasure in feeding others....

Deborah Ann Bowe

Deborah Ann Bowe

Jun 16, 2026

In the loving care of her husband Mike, Debbie passed peacefully at home in Audubon, NJ on June 16, 2026, at the age of 70. (nee Durso). Of Audubon. Formerly of West Philadelphia. Loving and devoted wife of 41 years to Michael J. Bowe. Cherished daughter of the late Anthony “Whitey” and Madeline Durso (nee Palmerio). Beloved sister of Susan...

John "Jack" R. Sweeten

John "Jack" R. Sweeten

Jun 22, 2026

On June 22nd, 2026, at the age of 66, John “Jack” Sweeten, beloved husband, son, brother, and friend, passed away at home. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jack later made his home in Brooklawn and eventually Gloucester City, where he built a life defined by creativity, dedication, and deep devotion to those he loved.

A graduate of Gloucester City High School, Class...

Valerie J. Mason

Valerie J. Mason

Jun 3, 2026

On June 3, 2026, at the age of 58, Valerie passed peacefully at AristaCare in Cherry Hill. Formerly of Cinnaminson. Survived by her daughters, Adrienne Hunt and Alexandra Mason; her longtime companion, Reginald Trent; Brothers, Michael Mason and Robert Mason, Jr. Predeceased by her parents, Robert Mason, Sr. and Barbara Mason.

At the request of her family, services will be private.

Condolences...

Rita Ann Johnson

Rita Ann Johnson

Jun 3, 2026

On June 3, 2026, at the age of 76, Rita passed peacefully at Brookdale Senior Living in Voorhees, NJ. (nee Pryzwara). Formerly of Gloucester City and Cherry Hill. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Patricia Pryzwara (nee Mischler). Loving sister of Patti Pryzwara (Ken MacAdams) and Frank Pryzwara (late Fran). Cherished aunt of Max Pryzwara.

Rita was a graduate of...

Carlos Steven Romero Guzman

Carlos Steven Romero Guzman

Jun 1, 2026

On June 1, 2026, at the age of 27, Steven passed suddenly from injuries sustained from a motorcycle accident. Of Westville. Survived by his wife, Devin Lee Romero Guzman (nee Amerman) and their children, Carlos Jr, Veronica and Vicky; parents, Carlos B. Romero Torres and Miladis Guzman Gomez; brother, Michael Romero Guzman; maternal grandmother, Teresa Gomez; and beloved friends, Billy...

Sarah Handler

Sarah Handler

May 30, 2026

On May 30, 2026, Sarah passed peacefully at Inspira Medical Center in Vineland, at the age of 92. Longtime resident of Vineland Developmental Center since 1992.

Sarah is survived by her nephews, Dean and Barry and their families. Predeceased by her parents, Isodore and Bessie Indofsky (Handler); and her sister, Doris. Also survived by the caring staff at VDC, who will...

Danny Ray Nelson

Danny Ray Nelson

May 25, 2026

On May 25, 2026, at the age of 70. Of Maple Shade.

Survived by his children, Danny and Danielle; sisters, Patricia Watson and Rose DeMarco; brothers, Donald Nelson and Alfred Nelson; devoted friend, Karen; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, as well as devoted caregivers and staff of The Palace in Maple Shade.

Predeceased by his parents, Hilliard Albert Nelson and Genevea...

John Anthony Castrataro

John Anthony Castrataro

May 19, 2026

On May 19th, 2026, at the age of 62, John passed peacefully at Cooper Hospital in Camden, NJ. Of West Deptford. Formerly a longtime resident Of Bellmawr.

Survived by his children, Lisa Castrataro, Nichole Castrataro, Christopher Lacovara, Anthony Lacovara and Desiree Beebe; grandchildren, Andre English, Lea English, Nicholas Lacovara, Giavonna Castrataro, Julia Wiggins, Brienna Lacovara, Salvatore Lacovara and Kye Sullivan; longtime...

Mary Ann D. Trawka

Mary Ann D. Trawka

May 17, 2026

On May 17, 2026. Age 73, Of Bayville and formerly of Haddon Township and Audubon. Cherished daughter of Joseph Anthony Trawka and Genevieve Dolores (nee Zubrzycki) Trawka. Survived by devoted caregivers. Mary Ann was born in Camden and raised and lived many years in Audubon. She was a graduate of Audubon High School. Mary Ann was a devoted clerk typist...

Patricia A. Abbott

Patricia A. Abbott

May 16, 2026

Patricia “Pat” A. Abbott, 81 years old, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026.

Born on October 19, 1944 in Riverside, New Jersey, Pat lived life on her own terms and followed a path shaped by independence, service, and personal interests.

Pat proudly served in the United States Army as a drill instructor, an experience that remained one of the defining chapters...

Daniel G. Duffy

Daniel G. Duffy

May 13, 2026

On May 13, 2026, age 86 Of Westville. Formerly of Gloucester City. Predeceased by his loving wife of 55 years Helen Marie Duffy (nee Murphy).

Survived by his children, Dan Duffy, John Duffy (Kelly) and Patrick Duffy; grandchildren, Alec, Warren, Keegan, Kaitlyn, John, Fallon, Shane, Ellen, Erin and Teri and 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Eleanor Megee (late Donald). Predeceased by his brothers,...

Joseph Bryan Johnson

Joseph Bryan Johnson

May 11, 2026

On May 11, 2026, at the age of 23, Joseph passed suddenly at home in Pennsauken. Beloved son of Roger Bryan Johnson and the late Kelly McVeigh. Beloved brother of William Johnson (Koria Draper). Cherished uncle of Sonya Johnson. Also survived by his loving girlfriend Dyonna Wess, as well as many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Joe was a graduate of...

Kathleen Lyndell Forrest

Kathleen Lyndell Forrest

May 9, 2026

On May 9, 2026, Kathleen of Audubon passed peacefully at the age of 70. 

Loving daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Lyndell (nee Madden). Beloved sister of Joseph P. Lyndell, Mary Palma (John), Virginia LeMunyon (Michael), Theresa Patouhas (Nicholas), Ann Kmiec (Ronald Matthew) and Jacqueline Pizzo (James Buroojy). Adored aunt of Jeffrey, Daniel, Allegra, Mary Beth, Timothy, Samantha, Nicole, Jonathan,...

Robert W. Ackley

Robert W. Ackley

May 8, 2026

Robert William Ackley, age 83, of Westville, NJ passed away in the comfort of his own home while surrounded by loving family on Friday, May 8, 2026.

Bob was born in Woodbury. He was raised and resided in Gloucester City before moving to Bellmawr in 1963 then moving to Westville in 1987 where he lived until his passing.

Bob was known for...

Marie L. Hilling

Marie L. Hilling

May 4, 2026

On May 4, 2026, at the age of 79. Of the Fairview section of Camden. Beloved daughter of the late Frederick and Rose Hilling. Loving mother of Leslie Hilling (son-in-law, James Rodriguez). Cherished grandmother of Amanda Kee and Tyler Marcheski and great-grandmother of Julian Rivera. Dear sister of Catherine Hilling Gery. Beloved aunt of Dale Dawson and Nicole Dawson Fritz.

Marie...

Concetta "Connie" Benham

Concetta "Connie" Benham

May 4, 2026

Surrounded by her family, on May 4, 2026, Connie passed suddenly, at the age of 83. (nee Marena). Of Bellmawr. Formerly of Mt. Ephraim. 

Loving wife of 40 years to the late Howard W. Benham, Jr. Loving mother of Derek Benham (Janice) and Lisa Peters. Cherished grandmother of Bryce Benham, Hailey Peters, Shaun and Luke Maloney. Predeceased by her parents, Joseph and...

Michael W. Sendler

Michael W. Sendler

May 3, 2026

Michael William Sendler, beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on May 3rd 2026 at the age of 58.

Mike was a beloved husband of Lisa Sendler, devoted father of Michael, Brandon, and Danielle. Beloved son-in-law of Nick Porro and loving grandfather of Blake and Brody.

Mike was the son of late Anne Sharer (Weidennayar), Robert Sendler and...

Gary Alan McClintock

Gary Alan McClintock

May 2, 2026

On May 2, 2026, Age 66 of Maple Shade. Gary was raised in Upland, Pennsylvania. He proudly entered the U.S. Navy on September 22, 1977 and was honorably discharged on March 3, 1978.

Gary’s U.S. Navy Military Honors and Interment were on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 1 pm at the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Veterans Cemetery: 350 Provinceline Road,...

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