Tara Jeanne Rhines of Blairstown, NJ, passed away at her home on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at the age of 42. Born in Hackettstown, NJ on April 8, 1973, Tara was the daughter of Nancy E. & Jerry D. Rhines of Hackettstown.
Over the years, Tara has worked at local financial institutions as a B.S.A. officer. In addition to her work, Tara loved cooking for family and friends, observing nature and caring for animals in need or simply observing them in their natural habitat. Tara also loved watching Hot Air Balloons in flight.
In addition to her Mom and Dad, Tara is survived by a daughter, Bryanna Rhines of Phillipsburg, NJ and one son, Troy Marshalleck. Three sisters, Lisa Armstrong of Morristown; Lori DeLorenzo of Hackettstown and Lundi Michalski of Port Byron, N.Y. Tara had 9 loving Nieces & Nephews and 2 Great Nephews. Lastly, she is survived by Eric Marshalleck, her significant other and the father of her son Troy.
A public visitation will take place on Sunday, June 14, 2015 from 1pm - 4pm at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ, 07840. Funeral Services will begin at 4pm after the visitation hours. Interment will be private. In Lieu of flowers, the family has asked that you please consider making a donation at the website “Go Fund Me” to establish a trust fund for Bryanna and Troy. (gofundme.com/wvc466ea2) Online condolences to the family may be made at www.cochranfuneral.com