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Dershan Grover - May 24, 1938 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: The world lost an amazing mother, grandmother, daadi massi, sister, didi, godmother, auntie, massi, mamiji, friend, and a true matriarch when Dershan Grover (nee, Guliani) passed March 16, 2022 surrounded by her family in NJ after an illness. She is survived by her sisters, her son  Alok M. Grover and his wife Namrata Grover, her daughter Bhana Grover and her husband Alexander Gizis, and her five grandchildren.

Dershan Grover described herself as having three chapters of her life. She was born in Shimla, India, in 1938, the third girl in a family of four girls. Her father and mother encouraged all of their children to be progressive, independent and fostered their love of education. She received a master's degree in history and became a teacher in New Delhi, India in 1962 after her marriage.

In her second chapter, Dershan and her late husband (Yudhishtar Grover) immigrated with their children to Silver Spring, Maryland in the early 1970s. Her goal was to work hard and capture the ‘American Dream’ for herself and her children. Even though Dershan was not accustomed to the American holidays such as Thanksgiving, she learned how to cook turkey, always with a dash of cumin, and loved celebrating Christmas with its beauty of the season. The family moved to Chester County, Pennsylvania in 1973, where she truly became a part of a community. She worked at First National Bank of West Chester and embraced her life by learning how to drive and marching in walkathons for causes she supported.

In 1980, Dershan’s husband passed but it did not stop her love for adventure and living life to the fullest. She found joy in traveling with her friend Richard McHugh, hiking and exploring the United States. Even though they loved trying new restaurants, the Cracker Barrel breakfast was always their favorite.

In her third chapter, Dershan moved to Philadelphia. For the past twenty-plus years, she lived in Center City, Philadelphia. Not ready to fully retire, Dershan helped small businesses with their books from Rosie’s Yarn shop to skating shops and CCCC. She would love to walk in the city and enjoy meeting people at Washington Square Park. Dershan and her friends had their weekly yoga classes followed by their famous lunches. She attended all her grandchildren’s piano recitals, basketball games, cross country meets, and school events. When she went to visit India, she often brought her friends and enjoyed being their tour guide.

In September 2021, Dershan attended her oldest grandchild’s wedding. Dershan radiated her love for family and all her blessings by her smile and enjoyment of the festivities. Dershan will be missed by countless people she touched with her wit, motherly advice, gifts of her handmade knitted hats and baby blankets, and clipped coupons! Thank you for being amazing mother, grandmother, daadi massi, sister, didi, godmother, auntie, massi, mamiji and friend, you were our light.

Family, friends, and others whose lives Dershan Grover touched are invited to celebrate her life at the Duffield Room at Old Pine Church, Philadelphia, PA on Saturday, March 26th at 2 pm.

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Barry Wood Lindstrom - December 13, 1949 - March 13, 2022

Departed: 03/13/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Barry W. Lindstrom, 73, passed away on March 13, 2022, after a brief hospitalization near his home in Hamilton, NJ.  He is survived by his brothers, John and Corwin and their wives, Lori and Jill.  Barry is also survived by his Nieces, Kelsey Lindstrom and Leah Brown and Nephews Eric, Peter, John and Alden Lindstrom.

Barry, a class of 1969 Princeton High School graduate, was a loving person who always could come up with the most perfect gift, or write the world’s best thank you notes.  He was most pleased by nurturing and watching his plants grow, or just sitting on the beach studying the waves and birds. The family wishes to express their gratitude and thanks to Medallion Care Behavior Health in Hamilton Township, NJ where Barry spent many a day and will be missed.  Also, our thanks go to the caring staff at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Serenity Hospice Care.  A beach-side family gathering will be held in his memory at a future date

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Guennadi Latushka - January 26, 1960 - March 09, 2022

Departed: 03/09/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Guennadi's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Guennadi touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Guennadi through this website

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Marilyn Silbert - August 03, 1928 - March 06, 2022

Departed: 03/06/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Marilyn's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Marilyn touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Marilyn through this website

Celebration of Life Memorial Service at Franklin H Rainear Jr Affordable Funeral Service & Cremation located at 1310 Prospect Street, Ewing, New Jersey 08638 Phone number 888-213-4090.

Monday March 14, 2022 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm with a service starting at 3:00pm with a Rabbi officiating.

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Patricia J Kenney - July 08, 1930 - March 06, 2022

Departed: 03/06/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Joan Kenney, age 91, of Plainsboro, New Jersey, passed away on Sunday, March 6th in her home. She was born on July 8th, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY, daughter of the late William H. Kenney and Fern Eleanor Newburg Kenney. She grew up and graduated from Teaneck High School in Teaneck, NJ.

She was the ex-wife of the late Professor John G. Taylor of London, UK, and previously resided in Oxford, UK, while raising her four children. She was the loving mother of Geoffrey Taylor (Xanthe Sturt Taylor) of Yarnton, Kidlington, UK, Frances Taylor (Keith Costa) of Madison, CT, Robin Taylor of Plainsboro, NJ and Susan Taylor (Zane Shellenbarger) of Ewing, NJ. She was the very proud grandmother of Imogen Taylor, Matthew Taylor, Ryan Costa, Emily Costa, Caitlin Costa, Nicole Shellenbarger and Daniel Shellenbarger.

She is also survived by her brother William W. Kenney (Peggy Kenney) of Plymouth, MA, whom she adored as her special “little brother.” She was predeceased by her older sister Frances Fay Hanson of Hamden, CT. She was also known as “Aunt Pat” to her nephew Trevor Hanson and her nieces Lesley Hanson, Stephanie Thorne and Stacy Ashton. She was the great Aunt Pat to Robert Hanson, Nola Thorne, Sienna Thorne, Alexis Ashton, Luke Ashton and Kate Ashton.

Pat was passionate about life from a young age. She wrote, directed, produced and acted in middle school plays. She became President of the student council in ninth Grade. She also was a cheerleader and was selected as one of four candidates for the Prom queen of Teaneck High School. She continued her love of the dramatic arts with John when they co-wrote and were leading actors in plays that were performed both at Princeton University and Cambridge  University. Pat was always a keen academic student. She had begun her BA studies at Columbia University in NYC, majoring in philosophy. In 1975 she obtained a Certificate of Studies in Counseling from the University of Oxford Department for Continuing Education as well as an extension course at London University. In 1976 she was accepted to St. Anne’s College, Oxford University; graduating in 1979 with a MA in Experimental Psychology (the same year as her divorce was granted). She also was active as a Samaritan (suicide counselor) in Oxford. After returning to the USA, she pursued a PhD in Clinical Psychology at the New School in NYC. In her later years she even taught a psychology course on the MInd at the Princeton Senior Resource Center in Princeton!

Pat was very sociable and always loved a good party! During her married life in Princeton, while Professor John G.Taylor taught at the Institute for Advanced Studies, she organized parties known locally as ‘Pat’s Friday Night Soirées,’ which were THE place to be! She was a brilliant conversationalist, intellectually curious, and always loved to laugh. Her friends always said how much fun Pat was to be with, full of life and personality and such a sweet person.

Music was always a part of Pat’s life, since her mother had been a concert pianist and loved classical music (listening and composing). She even wrote songs about each grandchild capturing their unique spirit. Her composition “ The Rose” has become a family standard. She read a vast array of topics within the field of psychology and some philosophy while keeping current and involved with politics and the news. She was also a passionate tennis fan, watching all the tournaments (both major and minor) and especially would always follow her favorite tennis player, Rafael Nadal.

Above all, Pat loved her family and being a mother. She created a wonderful home and life in Oxford, England for her four children whom she loved dearly. She cherished the idyllic world of parks, beautiful English flowers, punting on the River Cherwell, classical music and the British culture where she would raise her children. Her children look back with great fondness on their childhood. Additionally, she always had amazing childhood stories to share about her wonderful uncles back in the United States who made life there seem so exciting and fun. She spoke about the great snow storms that were so foreign to her children in England which captured their imaginations.

She was also greatly proud of her Swedish background and quite often lived up to her very Irish Kenney spirit! She would always stand up for the underdog and even fought with her fists as a young girl to stand up for a child who was being bullied at the time. She was a force to be reckoned with and loved by all who knew her.

Pat’s family, in particular, her son, Robin, her caregiver, would like to extend heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all their close friends, work colleagues and extended family members. In particular they would like to thank Penn Medicine Home Care and Hospice team members for all their critical help and wonderful support over the last couple of years during her period of declining health.

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Nancy Lifland - March 23, 1928 - February 28, 2022

Departed: 02/28/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Nancy's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Nancy touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Nancy through this website

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David L Soncrant - November 03, 1941 - February 19, 2022

Departed: 02/19/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: David Soncrant of Lawrenceville, NJ passed peacefully on February 19, 2022.

He is predeceased by his parents, James M. and Eugenia (Johann) and his stepmother Mary. He is survived by his wife Judy, son Douglas and wife Beth of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, grandchildren, Lauren and Michael; brother James M. of Ft Myers, FL; brother-in-law and sister-in laws: Douglas and Lesley Buchanan of Pompano Beach, FL; Robert and Mary Buchanan of Catonsville, MD, Curt and Carole Bayer of Columbia Cross Roads, PA and sister-in-law Sally Tennent of Brampton, Ontario, Canada, 9 nieces and nephews, 9 great-nieces and great- nephews and many friends.

David graduated from Trenton Catholic High School, Trenton, NJ and received a B.S. in Business Administration from Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI on the GI Bill. He was an Electronics Technician in the US Navy Submarine Service and served on the USS Triton, USS John Adams and USS Pargo. He always celebrated and respected his and others veteran status.

After graduating from college, he worked in Labor Relations at PSE&G and in Retail Customer Service. He was a set designer and builder for the Off- Broadstreet Theater in Hopewell, NJ with dear friends Bob and Julie Thick.

After retirement he completed the Master Gardeners’ course (Master Gardens of Mercer County). He recently received the status of Aurum Ensigne Emeritus.  In his first year he led his classmates in the number of hours dedicated to Helpline, an astonishing 189 hours. He cared passionately about MEG and took his Co- Chairing responsibilities very seriously.  He coordinated, designed, and constructed many projects with the MEG Committee.  For 16 years, David was a much loved and valuable member of the Native Plant Gardens and was the tent guru for major events at MEG. David played a huge role in the creation of the meadow at the Gardens site.  He was happiest working with master gardeners and was affectionately referred to as “our logistical engineer”.

An avid Green Bay Packers fan, he also loved the daily challenge of completing a suite of crossword puzzles from the local papers and watching Jeopardy, and the History and Science channels on TV.

He was a member of All Saints’ Church, Princeton, NJ. A Celebration of Life for David is planned for the Spring. Details will follow once plans are made. Memorial donations may be made in David’s memory to: All Saints’ Church, 16 All Saints’ Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540

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Ruth Catherine Picatagi - March 23, 1956 - February 12, 2022

Departed: 02/12/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Ruth's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Ruth touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Ruth through this website

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Thelma (Janet) Rogan - November 19, 1931 - February 11, 2022

Departed: 02/11/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Janet's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Janet touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Janet through this website

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Jess Thomas Robbins - April 29, 1961 - February 10, 2022

Departed: 02/10/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Jess Thomas Robbins April 29,1961 - February 6, 2022

Jess Robbins passed away on February 6, 2022 at his home in Hamilton, New Jersey. He graduated from Steinert High School in 1979 and went onto graduate from Rutgers Turf Management program.

He went on to have a 40 year career in golf course care and management.

He is survived by his wife Sherri Robbins & his daughter Samantha Biello and her husband Paul. In addition he is survived by his sister Susan Bieswanger and her husband Dennis, his brother Barry and his wife Linda, his brother in law Randy Rommell and his wife Taryn, and his brother in law Joseph Rommell and his wife Jariya and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at the funeral home on Saturday, February 12, 2022 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm.

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George L Dickel - November 11, 1941 - February 10, 2022

Departed: 02/10/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit George's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how George touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of George through this website

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Craig Paul Smith - February 10, 1953 - January 29, 2022

Departed: 01/29/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Craig Paul Smith (Smitty) February 10, 1953 – January 29, 2022 (68 years old)

Craig Smith passed away on January 29, 2022 in Hillsborough, NJ at the age of 68 years old. Craig was born and raised in Beaver County Pennsylvania. He attended undergraduate at Virginia Tech and his Master’s degree at Rhode Island University. He was a Senior Research Scientist for over 30 years at Sanofi pharmaceutical.

He married Donna M Smith in 1986 and welcomed two daughters into his growing family. He raised his family in Hillsborough NJ. He was an avid fan of baseball, basketball, jazz and blues music, trains, history and all things learning! He always had a book for you to read, a cup of coffee for you to drink and an album for you to listen too. Craig enjoyed old movies, mysteries and comedians, often watching old movies whenever he could.

He will be deeply missed by family, friends, colleagues and people whose lives he’s touched. His memory will be cherished. A viewing will be held on Friday February 4, 2022 at Branchburg funeral home from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A funeral service will follow on February 5, 2022 at Branchburg Funeral Home at 10 am with burial at St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Bridgewater NJ. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for people to donate in Craig’s name to the SLOS foundation. He was working with a team to conduct research on this syndrome. The Official Smith-Lemli-Opitz | RSH Foundation Website (smithlemliopitz.org)

He is survived by his spouse, Donna M. Smith. Daughters Rachael Smith and Kasey Plume, and his son in law Eric Plume and two grandchildren.

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Karen J Marrow - August 23, 1945 - January 15, 2022

Departed: 01/15/2022 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Karen's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Karen touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Karen through this website

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Obdulion Guzman - September 05, 1949 - December 31, 2021

Departed: 12/31/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit Obdulion's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how Obdulion touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Obdulion through this website

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Maureen Darrow - August 17, 1926 - December 14, 2021

Departed: 12/14/2021 (Ewing)

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Maureen Grace Sullivan Darrow died December 14, 2021. She was in her home with family by her side at Stonebridge at Montgomery. She passed away peacefully.

She was born August 17, 1926 in New York City. Her parents were Edward and Hazel Sullivan. Maureen entered at 16 and graduated from City College of New York, one of the first classes of women. She then met R. Morton Darrow, who promptly founded the History Club in order to get to know her. They married at age 20 and would have been married 75 years last May, but we lost Mort in November 2020.

They moved to Princeton in 1951 where they lived for 65 years until they moved to Stonebridge 8 years ago. Maureen also earned a Master's degree from Trenton State College.

Maureen was known for her inner and outer beauty. She was bright, extremely generous, kind, energetic, and determined. She enjoyed being a wife, parent to Marc Darrow, Nancy Darrow Whiteside, aunt to Rob, Charlie and Richard Goldberg, and grandmother to Daniel Whiteside, as well as the loving Great Aunt to her nephews’ children: Alison, Emily, Keith and Julie Goldberg. She is also survived by Harry Johnson, her stepfather’s son. Maureen had many friends who she valued greatly, and who loved and admired her.

She taught school, served as an assistant teacher with ESL students, and brought her talent for innovation to Project Child, an early intervention program in West Windsor that became a national model. The extent of Maureen’s volunteer work for the Princeton community was remarkable. At various points, calling herself a “Professional Volunteer for Non-Profits,” she:

- helped found Friends of the Princeton Library, served on their board, and helped get a new library built. - helped establish the Youth Employment Services for teens - helped found a YMCA nursery school - served on the Boards of Council  of Community services, Mercer Street Friends, and Princeton Senior  Center - served as a Cub Scout leader and Den Mother - helped found a local Meals on Wheels and helped deliver meals - volunteered with the Democratic Party - volunteered at Planned Parenthood - volunteered for Princeton Hospice - volunteered  for over 20 years  at Mercer Street Friends Food Pantry in Trenton, together with her close friend, Janet Townsend - served on the board of the Lillian Gertel Marcus Scholarship fund for over 30 years

Maureen had a strong sense of social justice and valued community service. She and Mort also enjoyed reading, art museums, music, nature, and travel, including attending 26 elder hostels, many of which were overseas. She was a gifted hostess. There are many who will greatly miss Maureen's warmth, charm and caring spirit.

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John Powers Schmitt - May 31, 1933 - December 14, 2021

Departed: 12/14/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Please visit John's permanent memorial site at www.affordablefuneralservicecremationco.com.  You may share memories, leave messages of condolences for the family to read and to be comforted by. You may want to share a favorite story on how John touched your life.  You are welcome to plant a tree, light a candle, or post a photograph of Frank through this website

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Helen M Murphy - April 05, 1928 - December 05, 2021

Departed: 12/05/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: On December 5, 2021 Helen Mary Murphy ( nee Skladan) peacefully passed away at the age of 93. Helen was born in Jersey City, NJ April 5, 1928 to Andrew & Lottie Skladan.

She is predeceased in death, by her husband of 49 years,  Joseph, a sister Frieda and brother Edward. And survived by her loving sister Florence.

She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Hermann and husband Raymond of Toms River, NJ and Karen Doganier and husband Pascal of Hazlet , NJ and son, David Murphy and wife Ann Marie of New Egypt, NJ. Also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Helen was a baptized Jehovah’s Witness and died holding strong to her beliefs. She loved the Bible and would always find a way to give a witness.

She will be greatly missed by all who knew her but we know we will see her in the near future.

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Frank Matthew Schuster - August 13, 1958 - November 12, 2021

Departed: 11/12/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Frank M Schuster, 63, of Trenton, NJ peacefully passed away at St Francis Hospital on November 12, 2021. He was born in Trenton on August 13, 1958, to the late Frank J Schuster and Julia “Pat” Jamrosz- Schuster. His brother, Matthew, predeceased him.

Frank lived life to the fullest and enjoyed fishing, playing his guitar, going to rock concerts, watching scary movies, riding motorcycles, and spending time with family and friends. He leaves behind his beloved family: aunts Anna Smith and Helen Dull, cousins Jennifer Smith, Joanne Smith-Tavener, Donna Smith, and Cathy Lunetta.  He had many friends he adored: Rita Edwards, Jeff Tesauro and his girlfriend Terry and son, Danny, Bobby Wagner, Erienie  Baraney, Mike Hvasta, Bill and Jeff Ivan’s, their sister Sandy and her husband Junior Deleena, Robert Bitz, and many more.

Frank will be missed here on earth by all who knew and loved him.

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Henry A Mulkiewicz - April 30, 1931 - October 09, 2021

Departed: 10/09/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Henry A. Mulkiewicz, of Monmouth Junction, NJ, died peacefullly on October 9, 2021 at the age of 90 in Princeton/Plainsboro Hospital. He was born April 30, 1931 in Conshohocken, PA to Kazimiera and Adolf Mulkiewicz.

He attended St. Mary’s Polish-American elementary school in Conshohocken, and St. John Kanty Polish-American high school in Erie, PA.

In 1953 he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University. Upon graduation, he began employment as Development Engineer for Westinghouse Corporation in Lester, PA. While employed by Westinghouuse, he began taking evening classes at Drexel towards a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

In 1954 Henry was conscripted to serve in the U.S. Army, during the Korean War. He was selected by the Army for officers’ training, but opted instead for honorable discharge in 1956. He returned to Westinghouse, and resumed classes at Drexel evening school. He received a Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1958. In 1961 he received a Master of Business Administration degree, also from Drexel University. After completing his graduate studies, Henry redirected his career into the emerging disciplines of computer development and information technology. He became an accomplished global executive. He and his family enjoyed an overseas assignment in Brussels, Belgium in 1991. Henry also worked in Poland with the Polish Department of Agriculture. He also worked as an information technology consultant in Amsterdam, Berlin, Glasgow, Toronto, and Boston.

Henry was a devoted and beloved husband and father, who will be greatly missed by his wife of 40 years, Martha, their son, Henry, and his daughters, Lucia, Christina, and Julia. The family is planning to inter Henry's ashes in the Spring of 2022 at BG William C Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Road, Wrightstown, NJ 085652-2206

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Theodore P Gregson - June 23, 1958 - October 04, 2021

Departed: 10/04/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: On Monday October 4, 2021

Theodore Peter Gregson (Teddy)  gained his heavenly wings. He will be dearly missed.

Teddy operated heavy equipment for 30 years. Teddy is survived by his loving wife Judy of 27 years, beloved brother to a sister Debra Ziccardi and a brother Peter Gregson, beloved step-dad to 4 children Tammy Waite (Noah), Jeannie Aboyoun, Ricky Shaddix (Veronica), Michael Waite, beloved Grandfather to 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews, a loving uncle Raymond Rhinesmith and a loving brother in law Pete Rhinesmith (Ann)

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Timothy P Ostopuck - March 17, 1954 - September 15, 2021

Departed: 09/15/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Timothy Patrick Ostopuck, 67, passed away September 15, 2021 at RWJ Hamilton Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was born in Trenton, NJ to James and Margaret (Peggy) Ostopuck.

Tim is survived by his sister, Kathryn Leist, his niece Amber Brovak, nieces, nephews, many friends and especially George Sexton who selflessly helped Tim through many challenges during his illness.

Tim dedicated his life to corrections and serving his community in fire service. He was a retired corrections officer from the Trenton State Prison system in which he served for over 30 years. He was also a member of PBA #105. Tim joined and went on to become the President of the Whitehorse Fire Company and served this post for 11 years and was a lifetime member. Tim served on the Whitehorse Fire Police and was captain for 15 years.

He enjoyed horse racing, playing the lottery, watching wrestling and football, especially the Eagles. Tim loved and looked forward to attending the Hall of Fame game each year with friends.

Tim was always involved in the Fire House annual Christmas party and Santa Run.

Tim was a great friend and colleague to many. You could count on him for anything.

A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held at the Whitehorse Fire Company on October 9th from 1pm – 3pm.

Burial will follow and be private.

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Blanche Breece - May 25, 1932 - August 30, 2021

Departed: 08/30/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Blanche Sereni Breece May 25, 1932 - August 30, 2021

Blanche Breece passed peacefully in Hamilton, NJ at the age of 89.

Warmly welcomed home by her parents, siblings and 3 of her 7 children, Blanche left a lasting impression on all who knew her.

Blanche was born in the Chambersburg section of Trenton to Joseph and Josephine Sereni.

Predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Josephine Sereni,  siblings, Leon and Judith Sereni and Olga Petroni, children, George, Linda and Donna Breece, and a granddaughter, Shannon Gee.

She is survived by her daughters, Deborah Powers (Billy),Victoria Lawrence (Larry) and Lisa Breece, and son, David Breece. Also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Whether holding a hand of cards, a tray of baked mac & cheese, or the hand of one of her 30+ grandkids, Blanche made everyone feel at home with her quick wit, sarcasm and loving sense of humor.

Above all, Blanche loved watching soap operas and spending time with her friends and family, whom she loved immeasurably.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date.

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Harriet Kramer - June 05, 1924 - August 30, 2021

Departed: 08/30/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: On August 30 , 2021 Harriet Kramer (nee Maretsky) passed away at the age of 97. Harriet was born in Far Rockaway, NY June 5, 1924 to Nathan & Bessie Maretsky.

She is predeceased in death, by her husband Herb,  their son  Lanny and her sister Bernice.

Harriet met her soon to be husband Herb ,just prior to his deployment in the US Army in WW II. Over 5 years he wrote to Harriet everyday and upon his return they were engaged and married one month later. Their 62 year love story continued with the births of their two sons, Lanny and Barry.

For most of their married life Harriet was a travel agent, allowing them the ability to travel extensively to many countries. They retired to  Sarasota, Florida where they resided for 24 years, until Herbs  death.

Harriet moved to New Jersey to be close to her son and his family who cared for her for five years, until the day she died. Harriet was ready to reunite with the love of her life Herb and went peacefully into his waiting arms.

Survived by her son Barry, his wife Donna (Jeffers), grandson Ian and granddaughter Mackenzie.

Over the next few months, the family plans to hold a private ceremony at the Military Cemetery in Sarasota, where Harriet will be permanently reunited with her loving Herb.

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Hilton L Anderson - July 16, 1927 - August 22, 2021

Departed: 08/22/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Dr. Hilton L. Anderson July 17, 1927-August 22, 2021

Hilton L. Anderson passed peacefully at his home in Montgomery, NJ at the age of 94.  Affectionately known as Hil, he graduated from North Plainfield High School and was quickly drafted into WWII where he served briefly as a med tech in the US army.  Using the GI bill he attended Rutgers University, where he met the love of his life Lorraine.  They were married in 1952 and enjoyed 64 years together before her passing in 2017.  Hil also obtained his PhD in psychology from Rutgers in 1969.  Prior to completing his PhD, Hil worked in the insurance and medical fields.  At Rutgers his PhD advisor suggested a career in a brand-new field, School Psychology.  This was the perfect fit for Hil, and he spent the majority of his 25-year career with the Princeton Regional School district as their school psychologist. Hilton served as president of the NJ School Psychologist's Association in 1974 along with serving on the board of education for the West Windsor-Plainsboro School District for three years through 1977.

After retiring in 1988 Hil & Lorraine spent over 30 summers in their log cabin on Watson Pond in Belgrade Lakes, Maine.  Every July & August they enjoyed visits from their children and grandchildren; to Hil it was heaven on earth.  Hil loved to swim in the pond, read and watch the birds from his rocking chair on the corner of the porch.  Hil was an avid swimmer, continuing the sport three times a week until the COVID quarantine closed the pool at his Stonebridge community.

Hil loved to travel, and with Lorraine, he visited every state in the US along with numerous countries.  In the early years travel was camping with the kids, accomplishing several cross-country trips during the summer months.  Later in life travel was international with just the two of them.

Hil loved to read and write, with a focus on the mind and spirituality.  After retiring he wrote (7) books, two of which were books of poetry.  Hil was well known for reading a poem at all special occasions.  One of the hardest things he had to do when moving to Stonebridge was giving away most of his book collection due to space limitations.

Both Hil and Lorraine were long-term members of the Unitarian Church of Princeton.  Hil started, and led, A Course of Miracles discussion group for over 40 years.  During these group discussions he read his poems and talked of the greatness of Peace and Love; his mantra was “Peace is Oneness”.

Hilton is survived by his sister Wynne Sumner, his three (3) children David Anderson (Stacey Anderson), Lynn Barclay (David Barclay) & Jean Anderson (William Brantley), his seven (7) grandchildren Amanda Barclay Witkowski, Cynthia Barclay Camponelli, Rebecca Barclay, Zachary Anderson, Kelly Anderson, Jackson Brantley & Carson Brantley, along with his three (3) great grandchildren Nicholas, Emilia, and Hailey.

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Peter D Hopkins - August 14, 1984 - June 29, 2021

Departed: 06/29/2021 (Ewing)

Obituary Preview: Peter Hopkins died 6/29/2021 at home from complications of kidney failure.

Peter’s medical history is long and complex; he survived six open heart surgeries, a stroke, a cervical fracture, and other medical misadventures in his 36 years.

Peter was loved for his endurance and his humor. He was a proud high school graduate from the West Windsor – Plainsboro school system.

Predeceased by his father, William E Hopkins, Jr, Peter is survived by his mother, Alice Deanin, brothers David and Mark Hopkins, an uncle, Steve Hopkins, and aunt, Nancy Deanin.

A celebration of Peter’s life will be held 2pm on Saturday, August 14, 2021 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Princeton, 50 Cherry  Hill Rd, Princeton NJ.

Donations in his memory may be made to the excellent programs of the Cardiac Center of the Children’s Hospital of Pennsylvania. Use the link, https://give2.chop.edu/give/243746/#!/donation/checkout For “What program would you like your donations to support?” scroll down to “Single Ventricle Program”. (It’s the last one.)

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