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Walter J Paulaski - June 03, 1936 - April 28, 2024

Departed: 04/28/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Walter J. Paulaski, 87, of Hamilton, NJ, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at Serenity Hospice at RWJ Hamilton.

Walter was born on June 3, 1936, in Trenton, NJ, to Alexander and Mary Paulaski. He attended Trenton schools and, after graduation, worked at Thermoid Rubber, Rejeski Roofing and Princeton University grounds and maintenance. At Princeton University, Walter started as a carpenter and worked his way up to supervisor of the Carpenter Shop. He retired from Princeton University after 35 years of service. Walter would be the first one there if someone needed help.

Walter cherished his time with family and friends. He was active with Boy Scouts (Troop 87) and enjoyed camping and fishing. He enjoyed his time at the casinos. He loved to dance and was always the life of the party. Walter had a magnetic personality.

Walter was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Al “Sonny” Paulaski, his in-laws Albert and Francis Knosky and his sweetheart wife of 58 years Evelyn Paulaski. He is survived by his son Kenneth (Marcia), his daughters Karen (George) Tomko and Robin (Frank) Maimone, his granddaughters Jena Paulaski (Marisa Umile), Heather (Frank) Bisanzio and Sarah (Manny) Santiago, his grandsons Kyle (Alysia) Paulaski, and Anthony and Andrew Maimone, his great-grandsons Gavin Paulaski, Ashton, Hudson and Paxson Bizanzio and Mason Santiago, his step-grandchildren George (Jennifer) Tomko, and Joseph, Laura and Michael Franta, his step-great-grandson Chance Newton, his sister-in-law Dorothy Paulaski, his nieces and nephew Linda, Donna and David, and his special friend Charlotte Roth.

Funeral service will be on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 11 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (KingstonandKemp.com).

Interment will follow at St. Stanislaus Cemetery, Bernadine Ave., Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Thursday from 9 to 11 AM at the funeral home.

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James G. Staub - June 22, 1952 - April 24, 2024

Departed: 04/24/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: James G. Staub, 71, of Hamilton, NJ passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024.

Born in Trenton, NJ, James was a Hamilton resident for the past 52 years. He retired from Amtrak in 2005 after 30 years of faithful service. He was a parishioner of St. Raphael’s Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton, NJ, and enjoyed music, good food, working at jobs around the house and, most importantly, spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Son of the late Hugh and Marion Staub, brother of the late Thomas (Nancy) Wayda, Robert Wayda, and Raymond (Janet) Wayda, he is survived by his loving wife of 47 years Barbara Ricciardo Staub, his daughters Michele Mahoney (Christian Heim) and Jessica (Christopher) George, his grandchildren Izabella Faith Staub-Mahoney, Kirra Christine Heim, and Rocco James George, his brother William (Michele) Staub, his sisters Dorothy Wayda and Cindy (Mark) McGrath, his close friends Carl, Shawn, Matt, and Mark and many other dear friends.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.

Private cremation will follow.

Relatives and friends may visit on Monday, April 29, 2024 from 4 to 7 PM and on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 9 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (KingstonandKemp.com).

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Thomas W. Dragert - October 01, 1954 - April 23, 2024

Departed: 04/23/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Thomas W. Dragert, 69, passed away at his home on April 23rd, 2024, with his loving wife and son by his side.

Tom is the son of the late Doris Dragert and Stepfather Robert Doris, brother of the late Robert Dragert, son-in-law to the late Bud James and brother-in-law to the late Dominic Anepete. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Susan Dragert, their son Kevin, his brother Bruce Dragert and his wife Karen Dragert, their son Kyle Dragert and daughter-in-law Katie, his sister Karen Smith and her family, niece Jennifer Dragert, his cousins Fran LaPierre and John Spyra and his wife Jackie, his mother-in law, Doris James; three sisters-in-law, Karen and her husband, John Folis, their sons Michael and Matt and Elena Folis, Donna Anepete, and Diane James, his beloved dog Buddy, and numerous dear friends.

Born in Hamilton, NJ, Tom was a lifelong area resident. Tom graduated from Steinert High School in 1973 and earned an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice from Mercer County Community College. While earning his degree, Tom volunteered as an EMT at Rusling Hose. Following his call to serve the community, Tom became a policeman for the Hamilton Township Police Department in 1978, retiring as a Captain in 2013.

Tom was a devoted and loving husband and father who enjoyed nothing more than spending time with family and friends. He loved attending family parties, his son’s baseball games and yearly vacations to Ocean City, NJ and the Outer Banks, NC. Tom also enjoyed fishing trips with his father-in-law Bud, brother Bruce, friends Cliff Cicogna Sr. and Mike Fisher.

Later in life, Tom found his passion riding his light blue Harley in Florida every winter with good friends JR Dolina and Buddy Nalbone. After returning home, Tom enjoyed getting together with Ron Mapps and “the guys” for breakfast every week, and monthly with fellow retired Hamilton policemen.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11 AM at The Church of St. Anthony, 626 S. Olden Ave., Hamilton, NJ.

Private cremation will follow.

Relatives and friends may visit on Monday from 9 to 11 AM at The church of St. Anthony.

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Clara Schaffer - February 19, 1926 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Clara Schaffer, 98, of Hamilton, NJ, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024 at Hamilton Grove, Hamilton, NJ.

Born in Trenton, NJ, she was a lifelong area resident. Clara attended Trenton schools, was a receptionist at Helene Fuld Hospital (Capital Health Regional Medical Center), Trenton, NJ and was a member of St. Raphael’s Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton, NJ.

Daughter of the late Sophie and John Chmiel, wife of the late Leonard F. Schaffer, Sr., mother of the late Leonard F. Schaffer, Jr. and John A. Schaffer and grandmother of the late Jeremy Schaffer, she is survived by her daughter-in-law Cynthia Schaffer, her grandchildren Christopher Schaffer, Rachel Schaffer, Molly (Edward) Kopera and Luke (Stephanie) Schaffer, her great-grandchildren Nicholas and Landon Schaffer, Kate and John Kopera and Zoe Schaffer, her granddaughter-in-law Cathryn Schaffer, her niece Beverly Regan and the families of her great-nieces Amanda and Stephanie.

Clara was dedicated to her family, at every stage, throughout her whole lifetime. She enjoyed being present at holiday, school, sports, recital, concert, and all family events. Clara always showed up! She especially enjoyed gardening (her roses continue to thrive), traveling, dining out and attending church.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.

Interment will follow at Our Lady of Lourdes Cemetery, 400 Woolsey St., Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Wednesday from 9 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (KingstonandKemp.com).

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Charles A. Radvany, Jr. - May 11, 1952 - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Charles A. “Charlie Rad” Radvany, Jr. passed away, peacefully, surrounded by his family, on April 9, 2024 at RWJ University Hospital at Hamilton, Hamilton, NJ at the age of 71.

Charlie was predeceased by his parents Charles A. and Dorothy A. Ketch Radvany and is survived by his sister Judith Radvany, his brother James Radvany (Maureen), his sister Jane Rich (Wayne Irons), his beloved nieces and nephews Jennifer Dinnis (Zacharia), Jaclyn Petrilli (Stephen), James Radvany, Danielle Rich, Brian Radvany, Valerie Radvany, Morgan Irons, and his great-nephew Enzo Charles Dinnis. He is also survived by several cousins, Aunt Olga Radvany and his very best, lifelong friend John “Bing” Young.

Charlie was a lifelong resident of Hamilton, NJ and graduated from Steinert High School in 1971. He retired after a long career as Stock Room Manager at the Marie H. Katzenbach School for the Deaf.

Charlie was a very special person who would light up any room he walked into with his kindness and humor. He touched so many people’s lives and he loved everyone and everyone loved him. He will truly be missed by his loving family and all who knew him. Charlie overcame many obstacles in his life with his determination, positivity and a smile.

Charlie enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, living at Homestead, playing Bingo, having lunch at the Blue Danube with his very good friend Mark Drew, attending St. Mary’s Church, watching UNC Basketball, hanging out at the Hibos, and going any and everywhere Bing would take him. He was an avid sports enthusiast, attending live sporting events and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Yankees. Earlier in his life, he participated in Special Olympics and had the honor of meeting Franco Harris.

Charlie coached several basketball teams in the CYO and AAU leagues and the Bordentown Baseball Little League. He sat on the bench consistently cheering on the Trenton Catholic High School’s basketball team. He also coached various local softball teams and traveled to many East Coast tournaments. He was inducted into the Trenton Softball Hall of Fame in 2018. He served as an usher at St. Anthony’s Church, Hamilton, NJ and St. Mary’s Church, Bordentown, NJ for over 30 years. Upon his retirement, he was inducted into the St. Mary’s Church Hall of Fame as an usher.

Charlie’s eulogy will begin at 10:45 AM on Monday, April 15, 2024 at St. Mary’s Church, 45 Crosswicks St., Bordentown, NJ, followed by mass at 11 AM.

Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, 870 Centre St., Trenton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Sunday from 4 to 8 PM and on Monday from 9 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (KingstonandKemp.com).

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Kenneth L. Rieth - Unknown - April 09, 2024

Departed: 04/09/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: BRIGADIER GENERAL US Army (ret) KENNETH L RIETH

Kenneth L. Rieth, 93, died April 9, 2024 at Portside, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

General Rieth, the first of six sons, was born, raised and educated through high school in Newark, New Jersey. He received a BS degree from the University of Delaware in 1953, and a MA degree in 1962 on the GI Bill from Seton Hall University.

During WWll as a young teenager he was very active as a volunteer for the war effort by collecting scrap metal, newspapers and as an air raid warden for his city block, also held many jobs to earn money. Rieth went on to be president of his Central High School senior class and a member of numerous successful football, basketball and baseball teams. He was inducted into the Newark, New Jersey Athletic Hall of Fame in 1995.

He attended the University of Delaware on a football and baseball scholarship. His “claim to lasting fame” was having scored the first two touchdowns in Delaware’s current stadium when it opened in November 1952 defeating Lafayette College 13-12. While in college he married his high school sweetheart, Theodora Kennedy Rieth, and they remained married until her death in 2019.

Rieth commissioned in the United States Army through ROTC as the Distinguished Military Graduate, and served on active duty for 6 years. Upon discharge from active duty in 1959, Rieth joined the NJ Army National Guard, and based on his active duty experiences with the Nike Hercules missile system, was given the responsibility of bringing on line missile systems in the air defense of NYC and Philadelphia. Rieth held a series of successive positions culminating with serving on Governor Tom Kean’s sub-cabinet as Deputy Commissioner / Deputy Adjutant General where he retired from in 1990 as a Brigadier General having served a total of 37 years.

Rieth was the patriarch of a family that was proud of its military heritage. His father, son, grandson, five brothers and many cousins and uncles have served, or still serve, in the military. Son of the late Lester and Louise (nee Conti) Rieth; husband of the late Theodora Kennedy Rieth; father to daughter and son-in-law, Kirk and Kendra Sokoloski, and son, Major General (ret) Glenn Rieth; brother to Donald Rieth, the late George Rieth, the late Dennis Rieth, LTC (ret) Gary and Janet Rieth, and Brian and Dianne Rieth; grandfather to MAJ Chris and Michelle Manella, Erika and Anthony Kraemer, and Craig Rieth, 5 great-grandchildren, and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be Monday, April 15, 2024 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Kingston and Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ 08610.

Interment with military honors will be Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 11:30AM at the Brig. General Wm. C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Rd., Wrightstown, NJ 08562-2206.

Those attending should meet at the cemetery no later than 11:15AM.

Due to cemetery regulations, flowers are not permitted.

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Francine A Bellish - July 14, 1955 - April 02, 2024

Departed: 04/02/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Francine "Fran" Bellish (nee Cerino) passed away peacefully at home on April 2, 2024, in Hamilton, NJ, at the age of 68. She was born on July 14, 1955, in Trenton, NJ, to the late Christopher and Mary Cerino.

Fran was a one-of-a-kind individual who cherished animals and enjoyed watching Lucky Dog with her beloved dog, Revo. In her younger years, she enjoyed playing poker and bingo and was an excellent pool player. She will be fondly remembered for her love of animals, unique personality, and riding on the back of her husband's Harley.

After working in retail for many years, Fran retired from Walmart in 2018. She was a graduate of Steinert High School, class of '73. Fran leaves behind a loving family, including her husband Larry Bellish, children Jason and Samantha Bellish, Erik and Laura Bellish, and Amanda Bellish and her significant other Quinn Johnson. She was also a cherished sister to Tina Cerino. Fran adored her grandchildren Noah, Logan, Easton, and Aubrie.

Fran was predeceased by her parents.

Friends and family are invited to attend the service honoring Fran's life on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 11 AM at Kingston and Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Friday from 9 to 11 AM at the funeral home.

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JoAnn M. Fisher - November 15, 1944 - March 30, 2024

Departed: 03/30/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Surrounded by her loving daughters, JoAnn M Fisher passed away on March 30, 2024 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Cherry Hill, after a long illness. Wife of the late Thomas A Fisher, step- mother to the late Carol VanPelt, Thomas Fisher, Richard Fisher and mother-in- law to the late Jay B Staley, she is survived by her three daughters, Lorraine Palmer (Michael), GinaMarie Smith, and Leigh-Ann Fisher (John Ott). Her step- son Harry Fisher (Mary). Also left to cherish her memory are her six grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Stephen Staley, Brittany Staley, Christopher Smith, Sarah Smith, Molly Ott and Frankie Ott, and her best friend of 55 years Debbie Venello (Larry).

JoAnn was born in Trenton NJ to the late Genevieve (Ditullio) and Charles Schnorbus. JoAnn was a 1962 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Lawrenceville, NJ. In addition to raising her three daughters JoAnn was an accountant, retiring in 2010 from Civale, Silvestri, Alfieri, Martin & Higgins after many years. An expert knitter, crocheter, and excellent cook, JoAnn also was an avid reader, and loved to play games on her I Pad especially Bingo, while enjoying her favorite snack, pretzels. JoAnn also loved the beach, especially LBI. As beautiful on the outside as she was on the inside JoAnn loved music, flowers and animals of all kinds, especially all of her furry grandbabies.

JoAnn loved her family, Sunday dinners and all of the holidays, especially when her whole family was there to celebrate together. Her lovely smile and warm heart will be forever missed by her family. JoAnn is also survived by a step- daughter- law Kim Fisher, many step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren and cousins.

Private funeral services are under the direction of Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, Hamilton, NJ.

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John W. Hardiman, Jr. - April 15, 1945 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: John William “Jack” Hardiman, Jr., 78, passed away, suddenly and gracefully, at Capital Health – Hopewell, on Thursday March 21, 2024, surrounded by his devoted family.

Born in Trenton, New Jersey, Jack was a resident of Hamilton Township for more than seventy years. A graduate of St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, Pa., he majored in Marketing Management and spent most of his life in the furniture business, including many years as manager of the family business, Manning’s Furniture. Jack retired in 2007 to become a fulltime grandfather to his eleven grandchildren.

Predeceased by his parents, John William Sr. and Valeria Soltesz-Hardiman, his sister Kathleen Hardiman, and granddaughter, Elizabeth James, he is survived by his best friend and loving wife of fifty-six years, Maribeth McEwan Hardiman, and his children: Megan Hardiman James, and her husband Bill James, John Hardiman III, Patrick Hardiman, and his wife, Amy King Hardiman, and Matthew Hardiman, and his wife, Kimberly Frascella Hardiman, along with the loves of his life, grandchildren William James, and his fiancée, Alyssa Kramarz, Brendan and Colin James, John P. “Jack” and Aidan Hardiman, Ryan, Lauren, and Emily Hardiman, and Lily, Matthew, and Hope Hardiman, brothers Thomas (MaryAnne), Kevin (Karen), and Dennis Hardiman, his cousins Margot, Bill, and Maureen Rick, sister-in-law Karen McEwan Kerr, brother-in-law, John McEwan and his wife, Judy, former daughter-in-law, Angelina Gallo-Hardiman, nieces and nephews, Jeffrey Kerr (Barbara), Colleen Kerr Cox (Matthew), Cyndi Kerr Holub (John), Michael McEwan (Natalie), Steven Hardiman and Erin Hardiman Crank, Kevin Hardiman, Jr., Katie Hardiman Eardley, Brian and Michael Hardiman, and special friends and lifelong neighbors Vincent Ardery Sr. and his wife Barbara, and their families.

Jack was an active member of the Church of Sacred Heart in Trenton for most of his life, where he was a reader and dedicated participant on several committees. He was an avid sports fan, who earned the nickname “General Jack" for his well-planned system of ensuring each grandchild, all eleven of whom were active in local sports, always got equal time from him and Maribeth, having watched more than ten thousand games from tee-ball to the highest levels of high school, college, and American Legion baseball, football, basketball, softball, soccer, field hockey, tennis, dance and lacrosse. He never spoke against opposing players, and rooted for his children’s and grandchildren’s teammates as if they were his own.

“Pop Pop,” as he was affectionately known in the later years of his life, was adored by everyone who knew him and helped make his years on this Earth as happy, rich, and rewarding as could be imagined. "Pop Pop was the best, the very, very best, he is irreplaceable", but his memory will live on through the countless lives he touched. “Here’s to absent friends, and the ones who are here now.”

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday March 27, 2024, at the Church of the Sacred Heart, 343 South Broad Street, Trenton New Jersey, followed by burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery,1200 Cedar Lane, Hamilton, New Jersey.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday March 26, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Kingston and Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Avenue, Hamilton, New Jersey.

Donations may be made in his memory to the Church of the Sacred Heart.

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Ruth Lydia Briel-Ford - August 03, 1939 - March 13, 2024

Departed: 03/13/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Ruth Lydia Briel-Ford, 84, of Hamilton, NJ was embraced by Our Lord’s loving arms on March 13, 2024.

Ruth was a retired legal secretary with the State of New Jersey / Division of Election Law, Trenton, NJ. She was a very generous and caring soul, a good listener and was a strong shoulder to lean on. Her interests were reading, crochet and playing games on her tablet. Her family was her world. She was an angel on earth and is now an angel in heaven.

Daughter of the late Joseph Dye and Ethel Messler Briel, wife of the late Robert F. Ford, mother-in-law of the late Steven E Flesh and grandmother of the late Steven A. Flesh, she is survived by her daughters and son-in-law Vanessa L. Flesh and Ruth A. and Michael Burak, her son Santo “Sam” Midulla, her grandchildren Trisha Flesh and Wiley and Roxanne Burak, as well as, many relatives and dear friends.

Funeral services are private under the direction of Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, Hamilton, NJ.

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Lucia Brun - November 11, 1924 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Lucia “Lida” Brun, 99, of Hamilton, NJ passed away, peacefully, on Sunday, March10, 2024, at her son’s home in Hamilton.

Born in Poffabro, Italy, she came to the US in 1950, residing in Pennington, NJ and then Trenton’s Chambersburg area. Lida was retired from Circle F Industries after more than 20 years of service.

Daughter of the late Luigi and Luigia Dagnola, sister of the late Giovanni Dagnola and wife of the late Aurelio Brun, she is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Anthony and Gail Brun and Divo and Veronica Brun, her grandsons Daniel (Melissa), Gabriel (Amanda), Alexander (Angela) and Joseph (Sarah) Brun, her granddaughter Lida (Anthony) Geraci, as well as, her great-grandchildren Mia Geraci and Lucien, Katherine, Cecilia, Henry, Grace, Blair, Zoey, Eleanor, Milo and Rose Brun and her sister Rina Giacomelli.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, March 14, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.

Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Thursday from 8 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com).

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Anna E. Myernick - January 19, 1932 - March 02, 2024

Departed: 03/02/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Anna “Ann” E. Wood Myernick, 92, of Hamilton, NJ, passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Mrs. Myernick had been a Hamilton area resident for her entire life. She was a graduate of Hamilton High School Class of 1950 and was retired from the State of NJ / Division of Administrative Law as an administrative assistant. She loved playing Bingo, shopping, and hosting her family. She is now dancing the jitterbug with her husband in heaven.

Daughter of the late William and Gertrude McGarity Wood, wife for 60 years of the late Francis “McGee” Myernick and sister of the late William Wood and Robert C. Wood, she is survived by her daughters and sons-in-law JoAnn and Craig Marinkos, Cathleen Myernick and Harry Milonas and Patricia Cruser, her son Francis Myernick, Jr. and Barbara Glackin, her sister and brother-in-law Judi and Michael Drews, her brother Gerry Wood, 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 11 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (KingstonandKemp.com).

Entombment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 1200 Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Saturday from 9 to 11 AM at the funeral home.

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Maude C. Sammons - April 09, 1928 - February 25, 2024

Departed: 02/25/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: An obituary is not available at this time for Maude C. Sammons.

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Jacquelyn A. Stewart - December 17, 1942 - January 29, 2024

Departed: 01/29/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Jacquelyn A Stewart passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2024. With her family by her side. Jacquelyn retired from Princeton Armoured. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren & great grandchildren. She was a gifted artist. She loved to sketch & paint pictures. She also loved to do needlepoint. Jackie also loved to plant vegatables & flowers. The yard always looked beautiful. One of her favorite things to do while watching TV. Was doing bingo scratch off lottery tickets. She almost always won. She loved watching Mama Mia. You knew she was watching it. Because she would sing every song in the movie. Life will be so boring without you! We love and will miss you so much! We know you will be watching over us.

Daughter of the late John & Maybelle Gudeski and wife of the late Richard Stewart, she is survived by her two sons, Errol Verduchi and Eric Verduchi. five grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nieces & nephews.

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Louise Trotto - October 31, 1947 - January 29, 2024

Departed: 01/29/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: In Loving Memory of Louise Trotto

Louise Trotto (nee Landschultz), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024, at the age of 76. Born on October 31, 1947, in Hamilton, New Jersey, Louise lived a life filled with compassion and kindness.

A devoted wife, Louise shared a deep bond with her husband, William. Together, they built a loving home filled with laughter, love, and cherished memories. Their unwavering commitment to each other served as an inspiration to all who knew them.

As a mother, Louise was the epitome of grace and patience. She lovingly raised one son, instilling in him values of integrity, compassion, and resilience. Her unconditional love and unwavering support were a guiding light, shaping the lives of her son and grandchildren in immeasurable ways.

Louise is survived by her loving husband William, her son Joseph Crouthamel and his wife Kelly, her grandchildren Max and Logan, and her sisters Elsie Ray and Gloria Gorish. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

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Michael K. Ferry - September 03, 1944 - January 28, 2024

Departed: 01/28/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Michael K. Ferry, 79, of Yardville, NJ, passed away, quietly, at home on Sunday, January 28, 2024.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, He was a Hamilton resident since 1978. Mike retired in 2013, after 50 years, from Elementis Specialties, Inc., E. Windsor, NJ and was a parishioner of St. Raphael’s Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton, NJ. Fondly remembered for his bargaining and negotiating skills, Mike was a true fan of the NY Mets and NY Jets. He was all about his family, enjoying many memorable vacations and barbeques, as well as, spending countless hours with his children and grandchildren, whom he adored.

Son of the late Michael J. and Bridget McHugh Ferry, he is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years Ann Klein Ferry, his son Michael Ferry, his son and daughter-in-law Tim and Kim Ferry, his daughter Jennifer Ferry-Iwanisik, his grandchildren Alyssa and Brianna Ferry and Ayden, Liam, Lucas and Cameron Iwanisik, his sister-in-law Irene Biemer, his brother-in-law John Klein, many nieces and nephews, and many special friends which includes his longtime neighbor Patrick Toto and his dear lifelong friend Tom Palermo.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, February 2, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.

Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 1200 Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Thursday, February 1, 2024 from 6 to 8 PM and on Friday, February 2, 2024 from 9 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (KingstonandKemp.com).

Memorial contributions may be made in Michael’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org).

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Gennaro A. DeBlasio - January 22, 1931 - January 26, 2024

Departed: 01/26/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Gennaro A. DeBlasio, 93, of Hamilton, NJ passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024 at RWJ University Hospital at Hamilton.

Born in Trenton, NJ, he was a lifelong area resident. He attended Trenton schools and grew up working on his family’s farm in nearby Hamilton, NJ. Gennaro enlisted in the US Navy and served aboard the Navy cruiser USS Juneau LPD-10. He met his future wife, Rose Marie Zoda, in 1953 and they were married in 1954. Gennaro retired in 1989 from Alto’s Express, Cinnaminson, NJ as a dispatcher and had previously been employed as a driver for Italian Peoples Bakery, Browns Trucking, Adlee Trucking and Repagna Trucking. He was a longtime parishioner of St. Gregory the Great Parish, Hamilton Sq., NJ and enjoyed washing and waxing cars, flower gardening, fishing, helping his neighbors, family parties, opening Christmas gifts, and keeping up his swimming pool. He was always getting into mischief with his grandson Jerry, admired and adored his granddaughters Gina and Nicole and looked forward to meeting his great-granddaughter, Elenora Nicole “Ellie”.

Son of the late Vincenzo and Maria Fraggiello DeBlasio and brother of the late Mary Thompson and Louie, Pasquale, Vincenzo and Dominick DeBlasio, he is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Rose Marie DeBlasio, his daughter Mary Ann DeBlasio, his daughter Geraldine (Anthony) Migliaccio, his son Gennaro R. (Jill) DeBlasio and his daughter Rose Marie DeBlasio, his grandchildren Jerry DeBlasio, Gina (Evan) Bilinski, Nicole Migliaccio, Cynthia Smith, and Ryan Shearer, his great-granddaughters Rayna Smith and Elenora “Ellie” Bilinski, his brother-in-law Robert (Marie) Zoda and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, January 31, 2024 at 10 AM at St. Gregory the Great Church, 4620 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Sq., NJ.

Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 1800 Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 from 5-7 PM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ. (www.KingstonandKemp.com).

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Carol Bradshaw - July 23, 1945 - January 19, 2024

Departed: 01/19/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Carol Bradshaw, 78, of Florence, NJ, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024.

Born and raised in Trenton, NJ, she was a 1963 Graduate of Trenton High School. Carol was retired from the Mercer County Board of Social Services, Trenton, NJ, where she was a finance clerk. An eager caregiver to anyone in need, she retired to provide care for her ailing mother, Mary Sapio and, ironically, shortly after her passing, her late husband, Harry Bradshaw, fell ill and Carol cared for him as well. After Harry’s passing, she spread her love and care to her children and grandchildren until her own troubles began several years ago.

Daughter of the late Gabriel and Mary Pocino Sapio and wife for 40 years of the late Harry Bradshaw, she is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Cindy and Chris McKeever, her sons and daughters-in-law Harry and Tessra Bradshaw and Christopher and Laura Bradshaw, her grandchildren Abigail and Rebecca McKeever, Bishop and Dacoda Nelson and Chase and Harper Bradshaw, her aunt Carmella Richardson, several cousins and many dear friends.

Funeral service will be Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 11 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com).

Interment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM and on Thursday from 10 to 11 AM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in Carol’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (www.stjude.org).

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James G. McLaughlin, Sr. - April 01, 1942 - January 17, 2024

Departed: 01/17/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: James Gerald McLaughlin, Sr. passed away peacefully in his sleep at Serenity Hospice Care RWJBarnabas Hospital in Hamilton, NJ surrounded by family.

James was a loving father, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend to so many. He was a steadfast and loving husband. As James enters eternal rest he leaves behind the love of his life and wife of 41 years Judith McLaughlin.

James was preceded in death by his parents James P. McLaughlin and Ruth M. McLaughlin. As well as two brothers Philip McLaughlin and Theodore McLaughlin. Survived by Aunt June Foss. Survived by brothers Matthew McLaughlin & wife Michelle, Robert McLaughlin & wife Kathy. Sisters Dawn (McLaughlin) Brossoie and Donna (McLaughlin) Gooch.

Survived by three sons; James G. McLaughlin Jr, Shawn McLaughlin & wife Donna, and Michael Szczukowski (Joy Brown). Six daughters; Sherry Banning & Husband Brian, Tracy Legette & Husband Eugene, April Jarzyk & Husband Vince, Carleen Thorpe & Husband Christopher, Dawn Nieves & Husband Anthony, Sabrina Dudas & Husband John.

James was a loving Grandfather adored by his many grandchildren; Cody McLaughlin, Heather McLaughlin, Stacy Guillemet, Brian Banning, Matthew Legette, Krystle Jarzyk, Michael Jarzyk, Jamie Poli , Steven Thorpe, Christopher Thorpe, Amber Thorpe, Donovan Szczukowski, Soleil Szczukowski, Josephine Nieves, Raymond Nieves, Cheyenne Nieves, Danica Nieves, Anastasia Nieves, Ruth Sazoff, Amber Montervino. As well as many nephews, nieces, and great grandchildren.

James Gerald McLaughlin, Sr. was a true original; born on what some might say was the appropriate day of April Fool’s Day left this world with a legacy that will forever echo with laughter and the joy of a life well lived. On that day Trenton, New Jersey welcomed a cowboy into the world, and for 81 incredible years, he saddled up for the adventure of a lifetime.

Jim, or “Doc” as he was sometimes affectionately known, was a man of few words. A proud outdoorsman who shared his passions with his many nieces, nephews, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Whether casting lines for small mouth bass, chasing rainbow trout, or gunning for pheasant and whitetail deer in his beloved home state of New Jersey; James’s love for the great outdoors was as big as his sense of humor. Lest we forget the time he convinced his son and nephews that a bear was outside their tent by scratching up a tree – a classic Jim prank that will live in family lore.

Beyond his outdoor exploits, Jim cherished his favorite titles: Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-grandfather. When once asked by his grandson Cody about “what it was like having all them kids” he simply smirked and replied it was “cool as hell” being a dad, even better being a grandfather. He hoped all his progeny would follow that career, which he valued above any other. His humor was infectious, and you knew he liked you if he playfully referred to you as Herman or Henrietta.

Jim’s measure of wealth was the love and joy he found in the vibrant tapestry of his family. His legacy isn’t built on bricks and mortar, but on the foundation of the 3 generations of men and women he nurtured and the indisputable mark he left on the hearts of those who knew him. In a world often consumed by the pursuit of material wealth, he stood as a testament to the true treasures of life: family, laughter, and shared moments. He invested wholly in the hearts and characters of his extended family.

Rest in peace, Jim McLaughlin – truly the richest man in town. “A big mouth don’t make a big man” – John Wayne, The Cowboys (1972) - Cody McLaughlin –

James was a simple man, a man of integrity, loyalty, principles, and boundless wisdom. A man who said what he thought but only when he had something worth saying. A man who held family of the utmost importance and loved his with unwavering dedication. He enjoyed the simple things in life, a quiet life; a good whiskey, a pipe, playing cards with his kids and grand kids listening to them tell stories and laugh. NASCAR races, Rodeo, homemade Chili on a Sunday afternoon. Horseback riding, Hunting, the Serenity of day spent fishing. Cowboy Hats and Boots, Flannel over a shirt and tie, cooking on the grill, playing Quoits, throwing darts in a local bar among friends. Gardening, a Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings, sitting in his favorite chair watching John Wayne movies for the thousandth time. He was kind, he was tough, he worked hard and expected the same from you. That is how he will be remembered. James McLaughlin was a bright light and although the flame has gone out that light will continue to shine on all of us for many years to come.

I hope the good Lord likes country music and rodeo.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 12 Noon at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com). Deacon Robert Tharp will officiate.

Private cremation will follow.

Relatives and friends may visit on Tuesday from 10 AM until 12 Noon at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home.

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Marian R. Sapudar - January 11, 1929 - January 06, 2024

Departed: 01/06/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Marian R. Sapudar, 94, of Hamilton, passed away on January 6, 2024 at Serenity Hospice at RWJ University Hospital at Hamilton.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, Marian met and married her late husband, Chief Warrant Officer Joseph J. Sapudar and traveled with him during his service with the US Army. They resided in Germany, Canada, Newfoundland, Japan, and Pennsylvania, finally settling in Hamilton, NJ in 1961. A longtime parishioner of St. Raphael’s Holy Angels Parish, she was primarily a homemaker and mother. She enjoyed cooking meals for her family and loved baking cookies and pies for her large, growing family.

Daughter of the late John, Sr. and Anna Klein Bumeder, sister of the late William Bumeder, Sr., Victor Bumeder, John Bumeder, Jr., Alfred Bumeder, Dolly Myers, Rose Blair, Agnes Bryant and Anna Bumeder, mother of the late Thomas E. Sapudar, grandmother of the late Thomes J. “TJ” Sapudar and wife for 48 years of the late Joseph J. Sapudar, she is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Joanne and Ron Riccione, her sons and daughters-in-law Joseph and Elizabeth Sapudar, Michael and Karen Sapudar and Lawrence and Tamara Sapudar, 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, her brother and sister-in-law Edward and Carol Bumeder, her sister-in-law Shirley Bumeder, her former daughter-in-law Lorraine Sapudar and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, January 15, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.

Entombment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 1200 Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Monday from 8:30 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com).

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project at support.woundedwarriorproject.org.

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Nina M. McGuire - October 30, 1963 - January 03, 2024

Departed: 01/03/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Nina M. McGuire, 60, of Hamilton Twp., NJ, passed away on January 3, 2024 at Capital Regional Medical Center, Trenton, NJ.

Born and raised in Trenton, NJ, she married her husband Darrin in 1983 and began to raise her family. Nina’s world was about her children and grandchildren, however, she also enjoyed reading, cooking, listening to music and enjoying her favorite TV series.

Daughter of the late William and Frances Valenza Servis and sister of the late Michelle and Mary Servis, she is survived by her husband of 40 years Darrin McGuire, her son and daughter-in-law Joseph and Suzanne McGuire, her daughter and son-in-law Dawn and Christian Van Nostrand, her daughter Erika McGuire and sons Steven Tyler McGuire and Aaron McGuire, her grandchildren Jayden McGuire, Alayah McGuire, James McGuire, Jaxson Heil, Paisley McGuire, Zooey McGuire, Noah Van Nostrand, Mallorey McGuire and Cyrus Van Nostrand, her brother and sister-in-law William and Elise Servis, one niece and four nephews.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 8 PM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com). Rev. Jessica Stenstrom, Pastor of Pearson Memorial United Methodist Church, will officiate.

Relatives and friends may visit on Wednesday from 6 to 8 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made in Nina’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org.

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Juanita R. Penkala - August 04, 1922 - January 02, 2024

Departed: 01/02/2024 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Juanita R. Penkala, 101, of Hamilton, passed away on January 2, 2024 at Capital Health – Hopewell, Pennington, NJ.

Born and raised in Paragould, Arkansas, she was an excellent student, graduating as valedictorian in 1940, and earned a scholarship to college and graduated with a degree from business school. Juanita worked at several jobs after business school including a uniform manufacturer and a munitions factory during WWII. She married her husband US Air Force Sgt. Joseph E. Penkala in 1943 and travelled with him to Okinawa, Washington, DC, Michigan, Alaska, Nebraska, and Maine. After he was discharged, they settled in Hamilton, NJ in 1966. She was a faithful parishioner of St. Raphael’s Holy Angels Parish, Hamilton, NJ, a member of the parish Rosary Altar Society, was active with the League of Women Voters, was an accomplished tennis player and, overall, a charitable and benevolent woman.

Daughter of the late Charlie and Lizzy McBride Robinson and wife for 67 years of the late Joseph E. Penkala, she is survived by her son Joseph Penkala, and wife Sara Bustos Lopez, her son James Penkala and wife Pamela, her daughter Jane Kuhn and husband Drew, her beloved grandchildren Theresa Kuhn, Arianna Kuhn, Olivia Kuhn, Jayden Kuhn, Ian Penkala and wife Kaitlin Best, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 S. Broad St., Hamilton, NJ.

Interment will follow at Brig. Gen. Wm. C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 350 Province Line Rd., Wrightstown, NJ.

Relatives and friends may visit on Wednesday from 9 to 10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com).

Due to cemetery restrictions prohibiting flowers, please make a memorial contribution to Disabled American Veterans at dav.org or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude.org.

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Kathryn Ann Cavanaugh - March 27, 1932 - December 31, 2023

Departed: 12/31/2023 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Kathryn Ann Cavanaugh entered eternal rest on December 31, 2023. Daughter of the late Frederick J. and Kathryn Moore Hillman, daughter-in-law of the late Thomas J. and Rose Wallace Cavanaugh, sister of the late Frederick J. Hillman III (Joan) and Robert M. Hillman (Mary), sister-in-law of the late Eileen R. Lanigan and brother-in-law of the late William J. Cavanaugh (Josephine), and for 50 years the wife of the late Thomas J. Cavanaugh, Jr.

She is survived by sons Denis P. Cavanaugh (Eileen) of Columbus, Kevin M. Cavanaugh (Carolyn) of Langhorne, PA, daughters Mary T. Cavanaugh of Columbus with whom she resided, Marguerite M. Cavanaugh of Mount Laurel, Claire C. Smith (Michael) of Hopewell Township, brother Bruce J. Hillman (Mary Ann) of Bordentown, granddaughters Kelly Saba (Eric) of Caldwell, Erin Otto (Kevin) of Richboro, PA, and Lauren Henry and Rachel Cavanaugh of Langhorne, PA, grandson Ryan T. Smith of Hopewell Township, great-granddaughters Casey, Olivia, and Madelyn Saba, and Hannah Otto, brother-in-law Joseph P. Lanigan of Ewing, 4 nieces, 14 nephews, many cousins and her faithful Homebound Minister, Sally Goeb.

Kathryn was a graduate of Cathedral High School, Class of 1949, Prefect of the Mercer County Sodality Union, and a Lector at St. Raphael’s Parish for 41 years. Lately, she was a member of St. Isidore the Farmer Parish, New Egypt. She was Chairman of the Yardville Heights Girl Scout Association and a troop leader for many years. She was also a First Aid Instructor for the American Red Cross. She was employed by the Diocese of Trenton for many years and was Office Manager of the Chancery Office. She served as Secretary to the Most Rev. John C. Reiss, the Most Rev. George W. Ahr, and the Most Rev. James J. Hogan.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Raphael’s Church, 3500 South Broad Street, Hamilton, NJ on Friday, January 5, 2024 at 10:30 AM.

Visitation will be from 8-10 AM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Avenue, Hamilton, NJ.

Interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery, 1800 Hamilton Avenue, Hamilton, NJ.

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Carl W. Wilson - March 15, 1937 - December 24, 2023

Departed: 12/24/2023 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Carl Walter Wilson, 86, of Hamilton,NJ, passed away on December 24, 2023.

Born and raised in Trenton, NJ, Carl was an area resident for most of his life. He attended Trenton schools and enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1954. Following the completion of his Marine Corps duty, he transferred to the US Navy, where he joined the Seabees. After his US Navy service, he remained a member of the US Navy Reserve until his retirement in 1989. Carl retired from the Township of Hamilton, NJ Road Department in 2002. He was a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers for many years and worked for several years at Manheim Auto Auction, Bordentown, NJ. Carl enjoyed pitching quoits, dancing and continued to ride his motorcycle until the age of 82.

Son of the late Charles M. and Dorothy Forrest Wilson, father of the late Carl Wilson, brother of the late William Wilson, father-in-law of the late Christopher Rowe and Joseph Seliga and grandfather of the late Jason D. Rowe, he is survived by his loving companion June Updike, his daughters and son-in-law Joanne Wilson and husband Robert Goss, Michele Seliga and Tracy Rowe, his grandchildren Jesse Rowe, Shelby Seliga and Morgan (Kyle) Hartman, his beloved great-granddaughter Sophia Seliga, his dear friend Pat Toto and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Visitation will be on Friday, December 29, 2023 from 5 to 7 PM at Kingston & Kemp Funeral Home, 260 White Horse Ave., Hamilton, NJ (www.KingstonandKemp.com).

Cremation and interment at Brig. Gen. Wm. C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ will be private.

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Mary Virginia Larkin - August 30, 1937 - December 14, 2023

Departed: 12/14/2023 (Hamilton)

Obituary Preview: Mary Virginia “Gina” Larkin, 86, of Hamilton, NJ passed away on December 14, 2023.

Born 1937 in Pittsburgh to Robert and Alice O’Neill, Gina attended St. Rosalia elementary. After the family moved to Brooklyn, she went to St. Anselm’s school, then, with full scholarships to St. Agnes Seminary high school and St. Joseph’s college, where she majored in Chemistry at a time when few women would. She got her Masters in Religious Education at Princeton Theological Seminary.

In 1959, she married John Larkin; together they raised Barbara, Lynn and John Leo in Edison, NJ.

She ran the successful CCD program for public school students at St. Matthew’s parish. For three years, she was the parish representative on Trenton’s Bishop’s Pastoral Council. It was there, and in her everyday dealings, that her feminism and anti-paternalism were so strongly expressed. She was the Religion Department Head at St. Thomas/Bishop Ahr high school and taught Human Sexuality to the seniors. She helped construct the Sex Education program for the state of New Jersey. For twenty years she was publisher/editor of the Edison Literary Review, a poetry journal, assisted by her husband, John, and Tony Gruenewald. She published two books of her poetry, “When the Gods Play Hide and Seek” and “From a Mind Three Fourths of a Century Old.”

Gina studied Irish Step Dancing when very young and joined Lynn to study Modern Dance and Tap Dancing with her friend, Gayle.

Gina and John travelled extensively. They enjoyed many cruises, notably two 80-day cruises, one to Asia and Australia and the other to Africa.

She is survived by her husband, John, her children, Barbara and her husband, David Flood, Lynn and her husband, David Heyns, John Leo and his partner, Sunni Tenhor, five grandchildren, Sarah, Troy, Patrick, Angel and Conor, and two great-grandchildren, Ava and Carter.

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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 biographical information, details about their life, and information about funeral or memorial services. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or social media.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform 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, with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer if needed. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, cause of death (optional), surviving family members, achievements, hobbies, and details about funeral or memorial services.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary, but it's usually between 100-500 words. The most important information should be included in the first few sentences, with additional details and stories added later.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many online obituary platforms and newspapers allow you to include one or multiple photos of the deceased. This can help to personalize the obituary and make it more engaging.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

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

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

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 basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a great way to celebrate the personality and spirit of the deceased. Just be sure to keep it respectful and tasteful.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the newspaper or online platform. Some may charge by the word or line, while others may offer package deals or free services.

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

In some cases, yes. If you've published an obituary online, you may be able to edit it through the platform's website. For print newspapers, corrections may be possible but are not always guaranteed.

What is an online obituary?

An online obituary is a digital version of a traditional printed obituary. It's often published on a website or social media platform and can include multimedia elements like photos, videos, and audio clips.

How long do online obituaries remain available?

This varies depending on the platform or website. Some online obituaries may remain available indefinitely, while others may be archived or removed after a certain period.

Can I share an obituary on social media?

Yes! Many online obituary platforms allow you to share the obituary on social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

What is a memorial website?

A memorial website is an online tribute to a deceased person, often created by family members or friends. It can include photos, stories, memories, and other content celebrating the person's life.

How do I find an old obituary?

You can try searching online archives of newspapers or websites that specialize in genealogy research. Local libraries or historical societies may also have archives of old newspapers and obituaries.

Can I use an obituary as a eulogy?

A well-written obituary can serve as a good starting point for a eulogy, but it's generally recommended to expand upon the information and add more personal anecdotes and stories.

What is the purpose of an obituary headline?

The headline should clearly identify the person who has passed away and grab the reader's attention. It's usually a brief summary of the person's life or accomplishments.

Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?

Yes! Quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can add depth and personality to the obituary.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If there are sensitive issues surrounding the person's death or life, it's best to discuss them with family members or close friends before including them in the obituary.

Can I write an anonymous obituary?

In general, no. Obituaries are meant to be honest and transparent tributes to the deceased. Anonymous submissions are not typically accepted by newspapers or online platforms.

What if I need help writing an obituary?

DON'T hesitate to ask for help! Funeral homes often provide guidance on writing an obituary, or you can hire a professional writer specializing in obituaries. Online resources and templates can also be useful.