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William G. Hall - April 02, 1933 - May 03, 2024

Departed: 05/03/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: William G. Hall (Bill), age 91 years, a life-long resident of Flemington, New Jersey, passed away in the early morning hours on Friday, May 3, 2024, at his home. The Hall family has resided in the Flemington area since the 1700's, and Halls fought in the Revolutionary War and for the Union in the Civil War as members of the Flemington Regiment.

Born in Flemington, New Jersey on April 2, 1933, he was the son of the late Stanley D. and Bernice (Conkling) Hall. Bill graduated from Flemington High School with the Class of 1951, where he was a three-sport athlete, lettering in football, basketball, and baseball.

Soon after graduating high school, Bill enlisted and served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War from 1953-1956, where he attained the rank of Sergeant.

After his service in the Marines, he trained to become an airline pilot. He flew for Eastern Airlines, attaining the rank of Captain during his highly successful career as a pilot. He flew some of the largest jets in the Eastern Airlines fleet, and his routes included flights to South America, Central America, the Caribbean Islands, and destinations throughout the United States. Bill truly loved being a pilot and always said how grateful he was to be able to pursue a career that he truly enjoyed.

In the late 1950's Bill met the love of his life, Marion (Halychyn) Hall, who was then a stewardess for Eastern Airlines. As it happened, they met not on an Eastern flight, but at a local dance in Flemington. They married on March 14, 1959, and were devoted to each other and their family during their 65 years of marriage.

In addition to his career as a pilot, Bill invested in several residential and commercial properties in the Flemington area. He did much of the maintenance on the properties himself, and until just recently, continued to climb ladders to do repairs, and continued his daily ritual of sweeping his porch and the sidewalks in front of his buildings.

Above all, one of the greatest joys of his life was being a father and grandpa to his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Infinitely patient, he spent hours with his grandchildren, teaching them how to ride a bike, taking trips to the Flemington Library to check out books, drawing picture books, playing chess, and spending endless hours playing board games, especially monopoly. He attended his grandchildren's sporting events, graduations, and other important events and played with his great-grandchildren at family dinners and holidays. He was an example to everyone who knew him of how to live a good, honorable, generous and loving life. His family gave him the greatest compliment of all by saying, “he will be remembered as a truly good man."

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Pat Wengryn, who died in 2015.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 65 years, Marion (Halychyn) Hall; his son Stan Hall and Christina Hall, his wife, of Delaware Township; his son Jim Hall and Joanne Hankins, of Flemington; his three grandchildren, Erica Hall and her husband, Manuel Saenz of Montclair, New Jersey, Brandon Hall and his wife Kelscey Boyle of Orlando, FL, and Bryant Hall, who is pursuing a graduate degree in physics in Amsterdam, Netherlands; as well as his two great-grandchildren, Julia Viviana Saenz and Charlotte Anne Hall.

Funeral services will take place Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. in the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Interment will follow in the family plot at St. Magdalen Cemetery, North Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Calling hours will be from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service in the funeral home.

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Anna P. Hughes - May 07, 1938 - May 03, 2024

Departed: 05/03/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Anna P. Hughes, of Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, died on Friday, May 3, 2024 at the Hunterdon Care Center in Raritan Township NJ, four days before her 86th birthday.

Born May 7, 1938 in Philadelphia PA, Anna was the daughter of the late Frederick and Mary (Stoddard) Graff. She was raised in the Fairmont section of Philadelphia and after her marriage to the late Robert Stephen Hughes, moved to the Fairview section of Camden in 1964. Anna and Bob relocated to Flemington NJ in 1970 where she lived for nearly 50 years before moving to Riegelsville in 2018.

Anna worked as an Administrative Assistant for Yale Corporation in Flemington and many years in Human Resources for ShopRite of Flemington until her retirement.

Her Catholic faith was very important to Anna and she was a parishioner of St. Magdalen Church in Flemington for many years.

Anna loved the water - being at the beach or the pool always made her happy. She enjoyed travelling to sunny destinations with favorite trips to the West coast of the US, cruising to the Bahamas with her daughter, as well as trips to the Carolina’s with her family and friends. Always with a competitive spirit, Anna loved playing a game of cards like pinochle, rummy, or Uno, and spending time reading a new crime or mystery novel. If Anna was listening to music, it often was song from Barry Manilow or Kenny Rogers. Most of all, Anna was family oriented and cherished the time spent with her grandchildren whom she loved with a passion.

In addition to her parents, Anna was predeceased by her husband, Robert Stephen Hughes in 2012 and her daughter, Donna Schuster in 2023. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Robert R. and Joanne Hughes of Ewing NJ, and Michael S. and Shelley Hughes of Riegelsville PA, her daughter, Deborah Williams of Stuart FL, and her eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Anna will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington NJ 08822. Interment will follow at 1:00 pm at Calvary Cemetery, 199 Matsonford Rd, West Conshohocken, PA 19428. Calling hours will be Thursday morning from 9:00 am until the time of service at the funeral home.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.holcombefisher.com.

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Lois M. Manzo - July 09, 1949 - April 30, 2024

Departed: 04/30/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Lois M. Manzo, age 74 years, died Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at the Hunterdon Care Center in Raritan Township NJ.

Born July 9, 1949 in Jersey City, NJ, Lois was the daughter of the late John Manzo and the late June DeMarco. As a young girl, she lived in Whitehouse NJ before moving to Jersey City and then eventually back to Hunterdon County NJ more than 33 years ago where she has lived since.

Lois worked as the Building Manager for ORICA in Secaucus NJ for many years until her retirement.

In her younger days, Lois loved trips with friends to Atlantic City to play some of her favorite slots as well as make a delicious meal for her family. Lois was the primary caregiver for her mother, until her passing in 2015. She treasured the time spent with her many dogs, however Lois especially loved the numerous memories with her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Lois was predeceased by her daughter, Theresa Caivano. She is survived by her daughter, Gina Caivano of Hopatcong NJ, her grandson, Jason Caivano, her granddaughter, Alyssa Caivano, her two brothers, John Manzo Jr., and Raymond Manzo, as well as several cousins.

Funeral arrangements and cremation are private and under the direction of Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.holcombefisher.com.

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Roberta Carol - July 21, 1936 - April 28, 2024

Departed: 04/28/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Roberta Carol, age 87 years, of Marlborough, MA died Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Robbie's Place Assisted Living, 400 Hemenway Street, Marlborough, MA.

Born in Irvington, NJ, July 21, 1936, daughter of the late Edward and Mary Pietras Gorski, she had resided in Flemington, NJ and Delaware.

Roberta was a lifelong educator working for the Department of Education in New Jersey. She was an avid painter and writer of poems, stories and articles. Roberta was also a volunteer for the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary in North Carolina.

She is pre-deceased by her two sons, Adam David Poppel in 1996 and Matthew Paul Poppel in 2021.

Surviving are two children, Julia Marie Bell and her husband James, of Flemington Borough, NJ, and Neil Poppel of Palm Beach, FL; two grandchildren, Kimberly Anne Bell and Bryan Matthew Bell; two sisters, Mary Theresa Mercer of Toms River, NJ and Julie Lohner of CT; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 3:00 PM in the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Interment will follow in Prospect Hill Cemetery, 69 Capner Street, Flemington, NJ. A visitation will be held prior on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 PM in the funeral home.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822.

For further information or to send an online condolence, please visit Roberta’s Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Roger L. Cramer - November 30, 1940 - April 26, 2024

Departed: 04/26/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Roger L. Cramer, age 83 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, April 26, 2024.

Born on November 30, 1940, in Somerville, NJ, son of the late Austin and Hazel Schomp Cramer, Roger was a lifelong resident of Hunterdon County. He attended Hunterdon Central High School and was a parishioner at the United Methodist Church in High Bridge, NJ.

Roger was a former well driller, mechanic, and later worked for the Raritan Township Road Department until he retired. He was a lifetime member of Flemington Elks Lodge since 1964 and the Quakertown Recreation Club. He had many hobbies and interests, including watching car racing, auto restoration, reading, woodworking, and hunting. Roger was also an avid fisherman, enjoying trips to Cabo and weekend trips with his son-in-law John, and his grandsons.

Surviving are his wife of sixty-three years, Peggy Ewing Cramer, three daughters and two sons-in-law, Debbie Cramer-Daly and Gregg Daly of Manahawkin, NJ, Michelle Cramer-Fusco and John Fusco of Pittstown, NJ and Donna Cramer of Whitehouse Station, NJ. Roger is also survived by five grandchildren, five great grandchildren, a sister, Eunice Myers of Doylestown, PA and many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ from 2:00-4:00 PM. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 3, 2024, at 11:00 AM also at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home. Interment will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 3400 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. For further information or to send an online condolence please visit Roger's Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Mary L. Smith - December 26, 1949 - April 23, 2024

Departed: 04/23/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Mary L. Smith, age 74, of Milford, NJ, passed on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Serenity Hospice at the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Hamilton Township, NJ. Born in Somerville, NJ, on December 26, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Esther Smith Lomerson of Lebanon Township, NJ.

Mary graduated from North Hunterdon High School in 1968 with honors and the Muhlenberg Hospital School of Nursing in 1971. After 30 years of dedicated service as a Registered Nurse in support of those with developmental disabilities, she retired from the Hunterdon Developmental Center in Clinton, NJ. The friendships and bonds she formed at HDC, were friendships she still maintained over 20 years following her retirement.

Mary's love for crafting was a testament to her creativity and skill. She was adept at sewing, cross-stitching, embroidering, knitting, and crocheting. Her free time was often dedicated to creating beautiful, treasured blankets and baby sets for her loved ones. Despite the challenge of teaching sewing as a left-handed person to right-handed individuals, she successfully passed on her love for crafting to her children and grandchildren. She was a frequent contributor to the Spruce Run Lutheran Church events, showcasing her admiration for all craft work.

Mary enjoyed collecting pottery crafts and buttons for future sewing projects. She also enjoyed being a source of information about family history and, through photography, hoped to help others hold on to family memories.

For Mary, her family was her most cherished treasure. She was a constant presence at the school, sport, and extracurricular events of her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, always ready to cheer them on and offer her support. Her calendar was filled with reminders of their activities. She was also a dedicated supporter of every family scout's cookie and popcorn sale and each child’s fundraising event. No grandchild, niece, or nephew embarked on their college journey or military service without receiving care packages and cards from Mary, a loving gesture to keep their spirits high while away from home.

Surviving are her two daughters, Jodi Salley and her husband, Russell of Woodbridge, VA, and Terri Fleming and her husband, Keith of Milford, NJ; two siblings, Joe Lomerson of Franklinville, NJ, and Donna Mayberry of Lebanon Township, NJ; six grandchildren, Alexandra, Victoria, Nathaniel, Colin, Madilyn, and Anthony, and many nieces and nephews. She is pre-deceased by two siblings, Pat Nazzaro and Ron Lomerson.

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David J. Pidgeon - August 21, 1962 - April 22, 2024

Departed: 04/22/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: David J. Pidgeon, age 61 years, of Orange, NJ, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, at UMDNJ - University Hospital, Newark, NJ.

Born in Jersey City, NJ, August 21, 1962, he was the son of the late Jean and Walter H. Pidgeon, Sr., and grew up in Bayonne, NJ and Hoboken, NJ and was often nostalgic about life in Bayonne, saying it was “his favorite spot in the world”.

Although David was not dealt the perfect hand in life, he still managed to make the most of it. A homebody, he enjoyed watching talk shows and movies, and had an affinity for fire trucks. He was also a “foodie” and loved Italian food, especially spaghetti and meatballs.

He was simple, laid back, easy-going, and had a great sense of humor too. Additionally, he had an unbelievable memory and ability to recall exact times and places of events. David was also caring and paid attention to those around him; he was personable, mindful of others and was always looking out for everyone.

Finally, he meant what he said, and he said what he meant. He was direct and straightforward; you always knew where you stood when you had a conversation with him.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother and his sister.

Surviving is his brother, Walter H. Pidgeon, Jr. and his wife Arlene; as well as his guardian, Michelle Brito; his caretaker, Kamil Horton; his group home mates and everyone at Pillar Care Continuum NJ.

Graveside services and interment will take place at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in St. Magdalen Cemetery, North Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. For further information or to send an online condolence, please visit David’s Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Joseph W. Stolle - March 05, 1944 - April 21, 2024

Departed: 04/21/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Joseph W. Stolle, age 80 years, died Sunday, April 21, 2024 at the Hunterdon Care Center in Raritan Township, NJ.

Born March 5, 1944 in Astoria, New York, Joe was the son of the late Joseph and Katherine (Schroeder) Stolle. He was raised and lived his whole life in Hunterdon County, NJ.

Joe received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering at Monmouth University (NJ) and worked as an Electrical Engineer for Jersey Central Power & Light for more than 40 years. His talents as an engineer led him to a love of computers. He had a passion for analyzing and solving problems and he could often be found tinkering and fixing things around his home and property.

Joe was described as a “quiet, wonderful guy” that would do nearly anything for someone in need. Joe grew up on his family farm and developed a love for all animals, especially the many cats in his life. A person who enjoyed being outdoors, Joe could often be found feeding the many birds that came to his home or tending to his bountiful flower and vegetable garden.

Joe and his wife of more than 52 years, Marie, spent many vacations traveling throughout the United States with favorite stops in Cape Cod Massachusetts, Virginia, Vermont, and countless trips to Amish Country in central Pennsylvania. The two enjoyed antiquing, going to flea markets, town sales, estate sales, attending antique tractor shows and sometimes finding a treasure to bring home. More than anything else, they enjoyed each other’s company.

Other favorite pastimes included listening to some classic Country music from Johnny Cash, Hank Williams Sr., George Jones and others. Joe had a talent and interest in photography and often snapped photos from vacations and the local scenery of Hunterdon County.

His Catholic faith was very important, and he was a member of St. Magdalen Church in Flemington for many years.

In addition to his parents, Joe was recently predeceased earlier this year by his mother-in-law, Frances Artigliere. He is survived by his beloved wife, Marie (Siciliano) Stolle, his brother and sister-in-law, John and Cait Stolle of Wisconsin, his two brothers-in-law and their wives, Alphonse and Joyce Siciliano of Florida, and Stephen and Julie Siciliano of Madison NJ, his nephews and nieces, Stephen Siciliano Jr. and his wife Molly (and their children, Stephen III and Mason), Patrick Siciliano, Brittany Siciliano, Annie and Tim Dixon (and their children Gavin and Russel) and Josh and Saraswati Drinkard of New Mexico (and their children Mason and Ainsly).

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, April 26, 2024 at St. Magdalen Church, 105 Mine Street, Flemington NJ. Interment will follow at St. Magdalen Cemetery in Flemington. Calling hour will be Friday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 am at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington NJ 08822.

Memorial contributions in Joe’s name may be made to Tabby’s Place, 1100 US Highway 202, Ringoes, NJ 08551 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.holcombefisher.com.

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C. Gregory Watts - May 22, 1948 - April 16, 2024

Departed: 04/16/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: C. Gregory Watts, age 75 years, of Delaware Township (Sergeantsville), NJ, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Greenwich, CT, May 22, 1948, son of the late William Charles Watts and Dorothy Hall Watts, he had resided in Delaware Township, NJ since 1977.

An attorney, Greg was a 1970 graduate of Lafayette College and received his Juris Doctor degree from Syracuse University in 1973.

He practiced law in Flemington all his working life, first as a member of the law firm of Large, Scammell & Danziger and later with the law firm of Watts, Tice & Skowronek, of Flemington, NJ. During his years of practice he served as municipal attorney for local Hunterdon County municipalities and utility authorities.

Greg was a member and Past President of the Hunterdon County Bar Association; formerly served as Chairperson of the Large Foundation; and was a former board member of the Hunterdon Medical Center. In addition, he was a former member of the Flemington Rotary and former board member of the Center for Educational Advancement. A lifelong golfer, he was a longtime member of Copper Hill Country Club.

His first wife, Leslie Ann Watts, whom he married in 1971, died in 1993.

Surviving are his wife of twenty-five years, Eileen Wolfe; his three sons, Taylor Gregory Watts of Tamarac, FL, Charles Spencer Watts and his wife Erina of Shrewsbury, NJ and Randall Sinclair Watts and his wife Melissa of Millington, NJ; three grandchildren, Leslie Jane Watts, Alexson Charles Watts and Connor Gregory Watts; his brother, William Stewart Watts and his wife Jane of Vero Beach, FL; and his beloved niece and nephew, Brianna Wolfe of Lexington, KY and William Wolfe of Easton, PA.

All cremation arrangements are private under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, N. A public celebration of his life service will be held at a later date, time and venue to be announced.

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John P. Cree, Sr. - April 17, 1939 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: John Paul Cree, Sr., age 84 years, of Readington Township, NJ, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.

Born in Elizabeth, NJ, April 17, 1939, he was the son of the late Sidney and Eleanor Cree. A long-time Hunterdon County, NJ resident, he had formerly resided in Whitehouse Station, NJ, then Flemington Borough, NJ, and finally Readington Township, NJ.

He was a 1958 graduate of Flemington High School and post-graduation went on to serve in the United States Navy before his honorable discharge in 1964.

After his service, John began a career with the New Jersey Department of Transportation. He eventually retired as Crew Supervisor after forty-one years on the job. In his spare time, John also ran “Hunt Some” Tree Service, providing arborist services to the community.

John was an ardent member and past master of Darcy Lodge #37 of Free and Accepted Masons, Frenchtown, NJ and a member of the Flemington-Raritan Rod & Gun Club.

John loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. His travels took him to Colorado and even Newfoundland, Canada, but he mostly hunted and fished locally. Additionally, John loved camping with his family at the Cedar Creek Campground for over fifty years and enjoyed making trips to Island Beach State Park, NJ.

He was also a passionate New York Jets fan and followed NASCAR, rooting for and following the career of Kyle Busch. Loquacious and outgoing, John “never met a stranger” and could be found chatting away to anyone. He was known as “Elvis” to many he met because of how extroverted and friendly he was. In his family’s words, the saying “there’s never a dull moment” really meant something when it came to spending time with John.

Surviving are his beloved wife of sixty-five years, Ivel (Porter) Cree, whom he married on December 13, 1958; his five children and their spouses, Cynthia Frascella and her husband Dan, John P. Cree, Jr. and his wife Kris, Deborah Harran and her husband Jack, Mary Wengryn and her husband Steven, and Raymond Cree and his wife Alice; five grandchildren, Rebecca Hunt and her husband Jeremy, Cody Wengryn, Catherine Frascella, Justin Cree and Patrick Cree; as well as one great-granddaughter, Vaida Hunt.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 1:00-3:00 PM and 4:00-5:00 PM at the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Masonic services will begin promptly at 5:00 PM in the funeral home, followed by military honors, and traditional funeral services. Interment will be private.

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Barbara A. Muldowney - June 12, 1954 - April 13, 2024

Departed: 04/13/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Barbara A. Muldowney, 69, of Stockton, NJ passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at home.

Born in 1954 and raised in Ewing Township, NJ, Barbara resided in Hillsborough and Basking Ridge before settling in Stockton in 1985.

Barbara’s favorite activities were reading library books, feeding the birds, trips to Long Beach Island and watching the Little League World Series. Barbara was dedicated to her closest friends and family. This included countless board games, bowling matches and bedtime books with her grandchildren, ages 2, 4, and 6, as well as, the care and love for each of her daughter’s dogs. She enjoyed visiting her long time friend, Holly Miller, who introduced her to Ron in 1975.

Barbara’s career as a registered nurse started in medical-surgical, then labor & delivery, until obtaining a postpartum/nursery position that she held for many years. Early in her career she was employed by Mercer Hospital and later Somerset Medical Center for 45 years until her retirement in 2020. She worked on night shift in order to maximize her time raising her two children.

Predeceased by her mother, Ruth E. Aaronson, she is survived by her father, William A. Aaronson, her loving husband of 47 years, Ronald J. Muldowney of Stockton, daughter Laura Mogerley (Eric) of Stroudsburg, PA, her son Michael J. Muldowney (Janice) of Danville, PA, her three grandchildren – Owen, Abigail, and Henry Muldowney, her sister Joyce Brugnoli, brother-in-law Keith Muldowney, sister-in-law Laurel Muldowney and her nephew, nieces and cousins.

Her service will be celebrated privately with family at the First Presbyterian Church of Ewing, NJ, under the care of Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ.

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Dale Haberle, Sr. - March 26, 1955 - April 05, 2024

Departed: 04/05/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Dale Haberle, Sr., age 69 years, of Stockton, NJ, died Friday, April 5, 2024, in the Hunterdon Medical Center, Raritan Township, NJ.

Born in Plainfield, NJ, March 26, 1955, he was the son of the late William P. and Frieda Mossner Haberle.

Dale was the co-owner of Haberle General Contractors and Builders, his family owned business. He built many houses over the years including his primary residence in Stockton, NJ.

A member of the One Hundred Nineteenth Motorcycle Club, Dale enjoyed riding a motorcycle. An avid NASCAR and Dale Earnhardt, Sr. fan, Dale would take friends in his RV to Coca Cola 600 NASCAR race in Charlotte, NC.

Surviving are one son, Dale Haberle of Flemington, NJ; one brother, Bruce Haberle of The Villages, FL, one sister, and many close family members and close friends.

Cremation services will be held privately under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Memorial contributions in Dale’s name may be made to the Salvation Army: Camp Tecumseh, 445 Mechlin Corner Rd, Pittstown, NJ 08867.

For further information or to send an online condolence, please visit his Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Dorothy "Dottie" Bisher - June 18, 1956 - April 03, 2024

Departed: 04/03/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: It is with heartful sadness, but also joy at a life so well-lived, that Dorothy “Dottie” Bisher, passed away peacefully at the age of 67, on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the Hunterdon Medical Center. She had been a resident of the Arc of Hunterdon group home located on Meadow Lane in Flemington for the past fifteen years.

Born on June 18, 1956, at March Air Force Base, Riverside County, California, she was the daughter of the late Lee Russell Bisher, Sr. and Elizabeth (Michell) Bisher. She had two siblings, Margaret “Peggy” Bisher and Lee Russell Bisher, Jr.

Dottie’s father was a career officer and pilot in the United States Air Force. Because of this, she traveled and lived in many places throughout her childhood. The family eventually made Flemington their home when her father became a commercial airline pilot.

During Dottie’s junior year in high school, she suffered a catastrophic mountain climbing accident and spent many years in the hospital. Her traumatic brain injury changed her life drastically, but she was able to use the adversity she had experienced to ground her and help her to not take things too seriously.

An incredibly strong, courageous, fun-loving, and free spirit, Dottie was a person who knew herself well, loved herself well, and lived each day fully. She will be dearly missed. Those who were lucky enough to have known Dottie were also lucky enough to be loved by her as well.

She is survived by her older sister, Peggy Bisher, and her nephew, Philip Roudabush, both of Northborough, Massachusetts. She also leaves behind many kind and wonderful friends, especially those at the ARC, who have been so supportive and loving to her over the years. They were her family as well.

Her father, Lee Russell Bisher, Sr., passed away on May 29, 1998; her younger brother, Lee, passed away on August 3, 2003; her mother, Elizabeth Michell Bisher, passed away on November 21, 2018.

A joint memorial service for Dottie, along with her mother Elizabeth, will be held on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM in the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Immediately following the service, they will be interred together in the family plot at Fountain Grove Cemetery, 7 Fountain Grove Road, Glen Gardner, NJ. For those wishing to attend, a gathering of friends and family will take place from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home.

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Theodore A. Fellows - February 06, 1930 - March 31, 2024

Departed: 03/31/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Theodore Allison Fellows, age 94 years, of Union Township, NJ, passed away Easter morning, Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the Hunterdon Care Center, Raritan Township, NJ.

Born in Orange, MA, February 6, 1930, he was the son of the late Archie and Vida Annie (Brown) Fellows. He resided for most of his life in Massachusetts, before moving to Little River, SC, then Corning, NY, and finally Hunterdon County, NJ in 2019 to be closer to his family.

As one of fourteen siblings, from a young age Ted learned the meaning of responsibility and hard work on the family farm. While in high school during the 1940s, he earned enough at after-school jobs to purchase the family’s first washing machine and refrigerator. He enjoyed building stone walls, many of which still stand, everywhere he lived. Gardening became a lifelong passion.

As a young man, Ted served on active duty in the United States Army in occupied Germany during the Korean War from 1951-1953. When he was in the service, he sent most of his pay home to his family; a treat was visiting the local bakery near the barracks.

Ted was energetic and active until he was 89 years old. He held numerous jobs throughout his life. A lithographer by trade, he worked for several printing companies in the northeast, then at Chase Machine, Athol, MA repairing sawmill blades, returning to Book Press in Brattleboro, VT at the end of his career. His work ethic and productivity were second to none wherever he was employed.

Ted was a long-time member of the Trinitarian Congregational Church of Warwick, MA where he helped to build a new sanctuary and was a trustee; and the First Congregational UCC of Corning, NY, where he enjoyed the church community. He was also a member of the Warwick Lions Club. In his spare time, Ted and his late wife, Marge, enjoyed going for long drives, this included three trips across the United States and back.

Above all, his family will remember what a gentle, kind, and generous man he was. Someone who was always willing to pitch in and lend a hand.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, the late Marjorie J. (Carey) Fellows, who died in 2019; as well as eleven siblings.

Surviving are his daughter, Carrie Fellows, and son-in-law, Mark Texel, of Union Township, NJ; two grandchildren, Jacob and Andrew Texel of Michigan; two brothers, Calvin Fellows and his wife Fredericka, of Warwick, MA and Warren Fellows and his wife Fern, of West Paris, ME; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will take place later in 2024 at the Trinitarian Congregational Church (UCC) of Warwick, MA, 32 Athol Road, Warwick, MA 01378. Interment will follow in the family plot at Warwick Cemetery, Orange Road (Route 78) Warwick, Massachusetts. Service updates will be available on this webpage when they are finalized.

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Donald Lee Mazak - March 30, 1947 - March 30, 2024

Departed: 03/30/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Donald Lee Mazak, age 77 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, died Saturday, March 30, 2024, at Hunterdon Medical Center in Raritan Township, NJ. He was born in Dayton, OH on March 30, 1947.

He was pre-deceased by his parents, Harold and Vivian Ruth Mazak, and his sister Sandra Marie Breisch.

Surviving are his loving wife of fifty-seven years, Charlotte Allen Mazak; three children, Mark Allen Mazak and his wife, Kim of Egg Harbor Township, NJ, Melissa Lynn Cammarota and her husband, Robert of Washington, NJ, and Michelle Lee Musser and her husband, Dr. Carl of Roanoke, VA; five grandchildren, Alyssa Mazak, Christopher Cammarota, Dylan Musser, Alexander Mazak, Caitlin Musser, and one niece, Jennifer Cox and her children, Jonathan, Brendan, Jasmine, and Chloe.

Don graduated from Fairmont West High School in Kettering, Ohio. He got his Systems Engineering degree from Wright State University and his Masters of Engineering in Telecommunications at Stevens Institute of Technology.

He began his work career after high school at Ohio Bell. The next year, he began his service in the United States Army on July 30, 1966, and was honorably discharged on April 25, 1972. Following basic training, he was stationed at Fort Monmouth, NJ for a 30-week course in tropospheric microwave repair. He then was chosen to teach the course. He was awarded the United States Army Signal Corps Outstanding Instructor in 1967/68. He was sent to DaNang, Vietnam April 1968 to April 1969 with the 337th Company of the 1st Signal Brigade. In recognition of his service, he received the National Defense Service Medal, Marksman M14, Vietnam Commemorative Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and two overseas bars.

With the assistance of the GI Bill, Donald completed his bachelor’s in engineering while working full time and supporting his family. AT&T supported his completion of his master’s in engineering program and studies towards a doctorate in Physics. At Ohio Bell, Don was part of 12 teams across the country developing cell phone service for AT&T. His group was consolidated in New Jersey in 1982.

When the Bell System broke up, he then did AT&T’s satellite engineering. Subsequently, the rest of his career at AT&T was doing executive presentations at the NOC Center for dignitaries and executives from across the world.

His hobbies included Amateur Radio. He was a lifetime member of The National Amateur Radio League and a member of The North Jersey DX Association (NJDXA), West Jersey DX Group, Cherryville Repeater Association, and the Frankford Radio Club. He began his hobby as a 12-year-old Boy Scout building his first radio. This led to his career choice in communications. He continued his ham radio hobby connecting with others around the world. His most recent call sign was NR2H.

He belonged to the New Jersey Astronomical Association. He enjoyed giving presentations to the public on telescopes, planets, and space. He was very interested in weather and climate change.

He was an avid bowler at Oakwood Lanes in Washington, NJ and volunteered as an election poll worker for Hunterdon County.

As the kids were growing up, he coached baseball for his son and soccer for his girls. He started the first girls’ traveling soccer team in Hunterdon County. Due to his efforts with other parents, the first girls’ varsity soccer team at Hunterdon Central High School was formed during his daughters’ senior year. He was a referee for The United State Soccer Federation.

RV’ing to National Parks, cruising to ports around the world, exploring Scotland and Ireland, and hiking in Utah were some of his travel highlights with Charlotte.

Donald was generous and kind always there for anyone who needed anything. His intelligence, energy, and child-like curiosity were amazing. He had a pure soul and was the friendliest person you would ever want to meet.

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Jeffrey A. Gibb - February 14, 1951 - March 26, 2024

Departed: 03/26/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Jeffrey A. Gibb, age 73 years, of Clinton Township, NJ, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at his residence, with his wife by his side.

Born in Newark, NJ, February 14, 1951, he was the son of Margaret (Collver) Durham and the late George Y. Gibb, Jr. He had formerly resided in Somerset County, NJ for most of his life, before moving to Hunterdon County, NJ about thirty years ago.

After graduating from Vo-Tec School, Jeff was a Township of Green Brook, NJ public works department employee for nearly forty years. He retired in 2006 after thirty-nine years on the job.

Jeff loved the outdoors, where he enjoyed turkey and deer hunting and fishing locally. Additionally, Jeff had a mechanical mind and could weld and fix anything, including trucks and tractors. He also loved the NASCAR Truck Series and RVing across the country to New Mexico. He also spent time touring local paranormal venues throughout the county and during his down time he liked watching several shows on the History Channel.

His dry sense of humor and funny one-liners will also certainly be missed. In fact, he was so good at telling a joke, “You couldn’t tell if it was a true story or a joke until the very end.” Above all, he will be remembered as a generous and caring man to those he loved, especially his wife Jane.

He was predeceased by his brother, the late Gary Gibb, who died in 2008.

Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife, Jane Kiceniuk of Annandale, NJ, whom he had been together with since 1998; his brother and sister-in-law, George and Sandra Gibb of Palatka, FL; his niece and her husband, Jessica and Robert Trevithick of Milford, NJ and niece, Carolyn Gibb; as well as his great-niece, Emilie Trevithick.

Arrangements and cremation services are private under the direction of Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822.

For further information or to send an online condolence, please visit Jeff’s Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Ronald Gary Leese - February 14, 1952 - March 25, 2024

Departed: 03/25/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Ronald G. Leese, DMD, age 72, died Monday, March 25, 2024 at his home in Raritan Township.

Born February 14, 1952 in Trenton NJ, Ron was the son of the late Richard and Olga (Konenzny) Leese. He and his two brothers were raised in Lawrenceville NJ, where he played on the Lawrence High School basketball team.

After high school, Ron served as an Artillery and Fire Direction Control Specialist in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge in 1972, he continued his service in the NJ Army National Guard for five years.

Ron graduated from LaSalle University and the College of New Jersey with a Bachelors Degree in Biology and Chemistry. He then completed his MBA in Finance with Rider University and his D.M.D. from the University of Medicine & Dentistry of NJ in Newark NJ. Ron was in private practice in North Brunswick NJ for 37 years. As a result of his love for helping people, after retirement from his private practice, he continued to work as an implant specialist, most recently for Eastern Dental of Ewing.

Ron absolutely loved the outdoors – whether it was playing a round of golf as a member of Stanton Ridge Country Club in Readington Township, taking a hike, or taking immaculate care of his home. As a lover of dogs, he spent many hours playing with his four-legged companion, Honeybear, a Yellow Labrador that gave him so much pleasure.

Ron was a season ticket holder and diehard fan of the NY Football Giants, was a skilled blackjack player and enjoyed many trips to the Casino at Wind Creek in Bethlehem PA with his partner of the last seven years, Terry McShane. At one time, the couple spent many weekends at their vacation home in the Catskills. He enjoyed many of the finer things in life – driving a nice vehicle or a good meal, especially Matt’s Red Rooster Grill in Flemington NJ.

Ron had many lifelong friends, many of whom met him as their dentist and then were drawn into his circle and are forever glad to have known him. Most of all, Ron was a larger-than-life person who had the ability to light up the room, have a conversation with anyone and genuinely care for the happiness of others, it is these qualities that will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him.

In addition to his parents, Ron was predeceased by his two brothers, William (“Bill”) Leese in 2002 and Brian Leese in 2008. He is survived by his partner, Theresa L. McShane, and her son and wife, Chris and Kelly Gulutz, and their children, Alex and Paige, as well as his dog, Honeybear.

A Celebration of Ron's life will be held at 10:00 am on Friday, April 12, 2024 at St. John's Episcopal Church, 158 West High Street, Somerville, NJ 08876.

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Julia M. Stanisz - September 14, 1952 - March 24, 2024

Departed: 03/24/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Julia M. Stanisz, age 71 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at St. Luke's University Hospital - Bethlehem Campus, Bethlehem, PA.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, September 14, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Isadore and Antonia (Marcasano) Siedzieniewski. She had previously resided in Brooklyn, NY and Queens, NY before moving to New Jersey. She had lived in Flemington, NJ for more than thirty years.

Julia was formerly employed as a secretary during her career. She had worked as both a legal secretary and a secretary for the AT&T Corporation. Aside from her work, she enjoyed arts and crafts and loved going to the beach.

She was a loving sister and aunt, who will be missed tremendously.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two brothers, Tony and Michael.

Surviving are two brothers, Henry Siedzieniewski of Camp Verde, AZ and John Pellegrino of Floral Park, NY; nieces, Tina and Diana; as well as her best friend, Trisha of Flemington, NJ.

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Christine A. Metz - February 27, 1951 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Christine A. Metz, age 73, died Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Hunterdon Medical Center surrounded by her family.

Born February 27, 1951 in Queens NY, Christine was the daughter of the late Bronislaus “Ben” and Florence (Borysewicz) Kozlowski. She grew up on Long Island in Greenlawn NY and graduated from John H. Glenn High School, at which time Christine volunteered as a Candy Striper at Huntington Hospital in Huntington NY and began a life-long passion for helping people. She attended SUNY Farmingdale and became a Registered Nurse, first working at Huntington Hospital for 15 years and then becoming the School Nurse for the Henry Viscardi School in Albertson NY. After moving to New Jersey in 1998, she was self-employed as a private nurse for many years.

Many days at her home in Kingwood Township, Christine could be found watching and feeding the many birds that frequented her yard, tending to her flower garden, reading a favorite Amish novel, or watching a program on the Hallmark Channel. She enjoyed listening to music, especially from artists like Josh Groban, Enya, Andrea Bocelli, or some Classical music selection. A great cook, her family was often treated to her famous pierogies or a stack of her delicious French toast.

Christine and her high-school sweetheart and husband, Louis Metz, III, would travel to favorite places in Vermont and Illinois to visit with friends and family. A survivor of cancer for more than 10 years, it was the time spent by “O’ma” with her family and especially her two grandchildren that extended her fight to live each day to its fullest.

In addition to her parents, Christine was predeceased by her sister, Susan Kozlowski. She is survived by her loving husband, Louis J. Metz, III, daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer Metz and Karim Daoud of Pittstown NJ, her son and daughter-in-law, Louis J. and Melissa Metz, IV, her two grandchildren, Alexandria and Yussof, her three brothers, Paul and Connie Kozlowski of Greenlawn NY, Jon and Aga Kozlowski of Smyrna GA, and Matthew Kozlowski of Greenlawn NY, as well as her niece, Caitlin, her nephews, Ryan, Kuba, Carl, Kurt (Bobbi) and her niece, Laura.

Memorial services led by Monsignor David Fulton will be celebrated at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington NJ 08822. Interment will be held privately at a later date. Calling hours will be on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 from 11:00 am until the time of service at the funeral home.

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John G. Tucker, III - June 28, 1942 - March 20, 2024

Departed: 03/20/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: John G. Tucker, III, age 81 years, of Flemington, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the Hunterdon Medical Center, Raritan Township, NJ.

Born in Montgomery, AL, June 28, 1942, he was the son of the late Frances L. (Hurt) Tucker and John “Greg” Tucker, Jr. He was raised in Montgomery, AL and later graduated from Auburn University, where he was a member of the school’s ROTC program.

John then went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1964-1970. He had several U.S. assignments, but also spent two years abroad serving in Turkey, eventually attaining the rank of Captain.

He married his beloved wife, Leanora F. (Zinna) Tucker on July 15, 1967, and the couple resided overseas and in Texas and then moved to New Jersey. They formerly resided in East Windsor, NJ, then Chester, NJ for 18 years, and finally Flemington, NJ for the last 31 years.

John went on to receive his MBA from Rutgers University. He spent over 40 years in the pharmaceutical industry, travelling and working in project management for various corporations throughout his successful career. He retired in 2011.

In his spare time, he enjoyed fixing things and doing home repairs around the house. In addition, he was an avid golfer.

A man of deep faith, he was a long-time parishioner at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, Mendham, NJ, where he was a eucharistic minister, and most recently was a parishioner at the new Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, Annandale, NJ since its inception.

In testimony to his great faith, he would often say, “God’s in charge, just have faith”.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 56 years, Leanora F. (Zinna) Tucker of Flemington, NJ; and his three children, Fr. James Tucker of New Jersey, Frances Tucker of Denver, CO, and Kathleen (Tucker) Collins, and her husband Ken, of Ridgewood, NJ.

There will be a visitation on Friday evening, March 22, 2024, from 4:00-6:30 PM in the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. A vigil service will take place from 6:30-7:00PM at the funeral home, concluding the visitation. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by his son, Fr. James Tucker, on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 316 Old Allerton Road, Annandale, NJ. Military honors and committal prayers will immediately follow mass at Immaculate Conception Mausoleum on the church grounds.

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Philip A. Hershbine - September 25, 1961 - March 20, 2024

Departed: 03/20/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Philip A. Hershbine, age 62 years, died Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg in Bethlehem, PA.

Born September 25, 1961, in Flemington, NJ, Philip was the son of the late Percy and Lucille (Jornov) Hershbine.

Phil is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Maureen (Meyer) Hershbine; his daughter and son-in-law, Joyce and Steven Styczynski of Wind Gap, PA, his grandchildren, Cora and Grayson Styczynski and his step-grandchildren, Natalie and Kyrra Styczynski; his son and daughter-in-law, Andrew and Dara Hershbine of Bangor, PA, his grandchildren, Raegan and Kyler Hershbine; his sister and brother-in-law, Linda and John Kenney of Wisconsin; his brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Anne Hershbine of Exeter ME; his daughter Lisa DeLena of Phillipsburg, NJ; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Phil was a dedicated member of the community, serving on the Board of Education for Hunterdon Central High School from 2004 to 2009. He was deeply committed to education and worked tirelessly to improve the school system for students and teachers alike.

A member of Stanton Reform Church, Phil participated in the Men's Breakfast group, where he formed friendships and found great joy in fellowship and shared faith.

Phil had a passion for woodworking and was an accomplished woodturner. He spent countless hours in his workshop creating beautiful pens and other gifts, which he generously shared with family and friends. His craftsmanship and attention to detail were evident in every piece he made.

Above all, Phil cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, always putting his loved ones first. His love and attention knew no bounds, and he will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering love.

Funeral services for Phil, officiated by Monsignor David Fulton, will be held at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. Cremation and interment will follow privately at a later date. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 1:00 pm until the time of service at the funeral home.

For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.holcombefisher.com.

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Eleanor A. Tomsa - February 20, 1932 - March 20, 2024

Departed: 03/20/2024 (Flemington)

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For those who may not be able to attend mass, a brief visitation will take place from 1:00-3:00 PM on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 10:00 AM at Saint Magdalen Church, 105 Mine Street, Flemington, NJ. Graveside services and interment will immediately follow the mass in the family plot at St. Magdalen Cemetery, North Main Street, Flemington, NJ.

Those attending the services are encouraged to wear pink, Eleanor’s favorite color, in her honor.

Eleanor A. Tomsa, age 92 years, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, in Manchester Township, NJ.

Born in Bound Brook, NJ, February 20, 1932, the daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Haus) Borkowski. She grew up in Bound Brook, NJ. During her marital life, she and Joseph resided in Branchburg, Bound Brook, Bridgewater and moved to Hunterdon County, NJ in 1972. In 1991 she retired to Manchester Township, NJ and resided there for over 30 years.

While attending Bound Brook High School, she met Joseph Tomsa at a school dance. The two would become high school sweethearts and married in 1951 after graduating. She worked as a secretary to a chemist at American Cyanamid while Joseph served in the Army. As a secretary she learned to memorize the symbols of elements, as she regularly took dictation. When Joseph returned home, she left her career to become a homemaker and would become a stay-at-home mother to their son, Brian. In the 1980's after Joseph’s death, she returned to the workforce. She served as an overnight home health aide and worked for a florist part time before retiring to Ocean County.

She became a fantastic cook, baker and attended cooking classes that she thoroughly enjoyed. She prepared countless recipes, even leaving handwritten notes on how she could improve them the next time. Some recipe selections of those she gathered were saved specifically for her stays in Florida. She perfected a recipe for biscotti, which she and her long-time companion George enjoyed with tea. She watched the Food Network religiously, even in her later years at the nursing home. Eleanor loved gardening; a passion fostered by her father. As a child her father had countless flowers around their yard in Bound Brook. She had lush gardens at her homes in Hunterdon County. At her home in Manchester, she grew herbs to use in her recipes.

Additionally, Eleanor was an avid reader, spending countless hours in the library. She would follow the stock market and meticulously researched and tracked stocks she was interested in. Eleanor also enjoyed sewing and even made her own clothing in the 1970’s. She loved learning new crafts, needle point, creating ornaments including decorative hollow Easter eggs with scenes. Moreover, she and her late husband, Joseph, enjoyed traveling in their younger years. Their travels took them all over, to places like Hawaii, Florida, Texas, Bermuda and even Houston and Cape Canaveral during the early years of the space race. Later in life, she and companion George would also travel to Portugal, Italy and Switzerland and snow birded in Florida for several years.

She was predeceased by her husband of 28 years, Joseph Tomsa, who died in 1980. She was also predeceased by her son, Brian Tomsa, who died in 2003, and finally her long-time companion of 25 ½ years, George Vacca, who died in 2019.

Surviving are her three granddaughters, Stephanie Rinker and her husband Kevin, of Palmerton, PA, Janine Connor and her husband Mark, of Offutt, NE, and Melody Tomsa of Flemington, NJ; three great-grandsons, Wyatt, Quentin, and Eliot Rinker; her daughter-in-law, Lisa Tomsa also of Flemington, NJ; as well as several nieces and nephews.

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Richard H. Stothoff - July 23, 1934 - March 15, 2024

Departed: 03/15/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Richard H. Stothoff, age 89 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, died Friday, March 15, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Ringoes, NJ, July 23, 1934, he was the son of the late George B. and Grace (George) Stothoff Case. Dick had resided in the Flemington, NJ area all his life and was a graduate of Flemington High School, Class of 1952, and a graduate of Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, receiving his master’s degree in engineering.

He then spent five years in the United States Air Force on its epidemiological team in Georgia and Turkey. After his service, he came home and returned to the family business, Samuel Stothoff Co., Inc., established 1886, of which he was co-owner.

Dick was active most of his life in community activities. First, as an Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America. In fact, Dick and his brother Sam shared the Distinguished Citizens Award given by the Boy Scouts of America in 1992 as well as the “Hunterdon Men of the Year" in the year 2000. He was a long-time member and past-president of the Hunterdon County Historical Society, member of the Raritan Township Historical Society, member of the Mount Amwell Project, which advocates preserving Hunterdon County history, member and past-president of the Flemington Rotary Club, member of the Hunterdon County Soil Conservation Board, served with the Republican Party of Raritan Township, NJ, and was a member of the Three Bridges Reformed Church, where he was a member of its consistory, and also was formerly a Sunday School teacher there.

In addition, he served as the water operator with the Borough of Flemington. He sat on the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, was a member of the Advisory Board of the Well Drillers Association and was a licensed New Jersey master well driller. Moreover, he loved history, animals, gardening, trees, and the Boy Scouts of America. Dick was also a tremendous philanthropist, always giving to the community.

Dick was predeceased by his brother, Samuel Stothoff II; his sister-in-law, Elaine Boelhouwer; and his niece, Dawn Warner.

Surviving are his wife, Priscilla (Boelhouwer) Stothoff; his children, Stuart Alan Stothoff and his wife Maria, Scott Richard Morgan and his wife Kathy, Michele “Shelley” Ann Lyman and her husband David; his grandchildren, Michael Scott Morgan, Benjamin David Lyman, Alyssa Michele Lyman, Christopher James Morgan, Kurstin Ann Lyman Chandler, Katherine Grace Stothoff, and Jack Alan Stothoff; two great-grandchildren, Avery Anne Lyman and Parker Ruth Lyman; his step-sister, Jane Steeley and her husband Phillip; a brother-in-law, David Peter Boelhouwer and his children Pam and Peter; his sister-in-law, Verna Stothoff; and niece Sandra Koehler.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 21, 2024, at 2:00 PM in the Three Bridges Reformed Church, Main Street, Three Bridges, NJ. Private interment will follow in the family plot at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Capner Street, Flemington, NJ under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Three Bridges Reformed Church, PO Box 235, Three Bridges, NJ 08887 or the Hunterdon County Historical Society, 114 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822.

For further information or to send an online condolence, please visit Dick’s Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Tony Critelli - April 01, 1945 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Tony Critelli, age 78 years, of Flemington Borough, NJ, died Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at his home.

Born in Jacksonville, NC, April 1, 1945, son of the late Charles Critelli, he had formerly resided in Ridgewood, NJ.

A United States Navy Veteran, Tony worked as a Sheriff Deputy for the Hunterdon County Sheriffs Department. Tony was a member of the Oakland Elks, American Legion of Oakland, and the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #94. He also was on the board of directors for the American Red Cross.

He is pre-deceased by his wife, Patricia Critelli, in 2016. Surviving are two daughters, Erin Kraus, her husband Jim Kraus of Flemington, NJ and Heather Lorenzi and her husband Anthony Lorenzi of Flemington, NJ; two grandchildren, Enzo Lorenzi and Cody Kraus and two stepchildren, Richard Bilancia of Union, NJ and Deena Brock of Little Silver, NJ.

Tony had a wonderful life and would want others to celebrate his life.

A visitation will be held Friday, March 15, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ. A eulogy service will be held on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM in the funeral home. Interment in Locust Grove Cemetery, Quakertown, NJ, will be held privately.

Memorial contributions in Tony’s name can be made to the Fraternal Order of Police. Checks made out to F.O.P. Lodge 94, PO Box 782, Flemington, NJ 08822. They also accept: Venmo @njfop-94 or PayPal at njfop94@gmail.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. For further information or to leave an online condolence, please visit his Tribute Wall at www.holcombefisher.com.

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Robyn Lynn Evans Hilligoss - October 31, 1969 - March 12, 2024

Departed: 03/12/2024 (Flemington)

Obituary Preview: Robyn Lynn Evans Hilligoss, 54 of Mandeville, LA, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2024, surrounded by her family and close friends.

Robyn was born on October 31, 1969 in Flemington, NJ to Robert Evans and the late Linda (Templeman) Evans.

Robyn graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University in Madison, NJ in 1992 with a degree in Psychology and the Fine Arts but found her true calling in the culinary industry. Robyn was a foodie, she loved to create meals and desserts, took pleasure in eating a delicious meal and was happiest cooking. She had extensive experience in leading restaurants and catering kitchens and was known in the Mandeville area as “Chef Robyn,” after running a successful catering business for the last 10 years. Prior to that, Robyn was the Executive Chef/Event Manager at Bella Luna Catering, as the house caterer to the Foundry in New Orleans.

She enjoyed traveling with friends and looked forward to new adventures every year. Robyn particularly enjoyed her annual family vacation in Marco Island, Florida. She loved spending time with family and friends, whether in New Jersey, Louisiana or traveling on a new adventure. After embracing her adopted home, Robyn became an avid New Orleans Saints fan. She enjoyed football season and looked forward to participating in her brother’s competitive fantasy football league every year.

Robyn is survived by her father, Bob of Flemington, NJ, her brother Craig and his wife Heather of Ringoes, NJ, many extended members of the family and friends, and her beloved cat, Gus. Robyn is also survived by her former husband, John Hilligoss of Pennsylvania.

A Celebration of Robyn’s life will be celebrated at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. Interment will be private. Calling hours will be Saturday, April 6th from 10:00 am until the time of service at the funeral home.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to notify friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend of the deceased writes the obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing the obituary or provide a template for the family to fill out.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's generally recommended to keep it concise and focused on the most important details. Aim for 1-2 paragraphs at most.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many newspapers and online obituary platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a nice way to personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to find out their submission guidelines and deadlines. Some newspapers may have online forms or email addresses for submitting obituaries.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to ensure that their life story is told accurately and authentically. This can also be a therapeutic exercise in reflecting on one's life and legacy.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the most basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a longer, more detailed tribute that celebrates the person's life and accomplishments.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber or serious. Including humorous stories or anecdotes can help capture the personality and spirit of the deceased.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive or private details that you're unsure about including in the obituary, it's best to err on the side of caution and omit them. Remember that the goal of an obituary is to honor and celebrate the person's life, not to air dirty laundry or reveal secrets.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in lieu of flowers. This can be a meaningful way to continue the person's legacy and support a cause they cared about.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may publish immediately, while others may take several days or even weeks.

Can I edit or update an obituary after it's been published?

In some cases, yes. If you need to make corrections or updates to an obituary after it's been published, contact the newspaper or online platform directly to see what options are available.

Are online obituaries permanent?

Most online obituaries are archived permanently and can be accessed years later. However, it's always a good idea to save a copy of the obituary for your own records.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Yes! Sharing an obituary on social media can help spread the word quickly and reach a wider audience. Many online obituary platforms provide sharing tools or links to make it easy to share on Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms.

What if I want to write an anonymous obituary?

In general, it's not recommended to write an anonymous obituary. Obituaries are meant to be personal tributes from those who knew and loved the deceased. If you're concerned about privacy or safety issues, consider speaking with a funeral home or counselor for guidance.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Absolutely! Quotes, lyrics, or poems can add depth and meaning to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the person's personality or spirit.

How do I handle multiple marriages or complicated family relationships in an obituary?

This can be a delicate situation. When dealing with multiple marriages or complicated family relationships, focus on accuracy and sensitivity. Consider consulting with other family members or a funeral home for guidance.

Can I include information about pets in an obituary?

Yes! Many people consider their pets to be part of their family. Including information about beloved pets can add warmth and personality to the obituary.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress?

If you're finding it difficult to write an obituary due to grief or emotional distress, consider reaching out to a trusted friend or family member for support. You can also seek guidance from a funeral home or counselor who can provide guidance and resources.

Can I use humor or irony in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor and irony can be effective ways to celebrate a person's life and personality. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How do I ensure that an online obituary is accurate and up-to-date?

Maintain open communication with the online platform or funeral home managing the obituary. If you notice any errors or inaccuracies, report them promptly so they can be corrected.

Can I create a digital archive of my loved one's life story?

Yes! There are many digital platforms and tools available that allow you to create a comprehensive archive of your loved one's life story, including photos, videos, stories, and more.

What if I want to write multiple versions of an obituary for different audiences?

This is not uncommon! You may want to write one version for close friends and family, another for coworkers or acquaintances. Just be sure to tailor each version appropriately for its intended audience.