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Died: Feb 8, 2020
Anthony A Carducci, age 67, of Netcong, NJ died Saturday, February 8, 2020 at home. Anthony was born December 4, 1952 in Netcong, NJ. He is the son of the late Anthony and the late Virgina (Bencivengo) Carducci.
All services are private at the request of the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Feb 6, 2020
Jane Marie Cullen (née Westermeyer) passed away on February 6, 2020, after a brief struggle
with cancer, at home in the care of loving family, friends, and representatives of the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice. She is survived by her sons Matthew and Andrew, of Hackettstown and Parsippany, New Jersey; sister, Sarah Al-Mayahi, and niece Rachel, of Atlanta, Georgia; her beloved Hank, and many friends. The daughter of Mildred and Charles Westermeyer, Jane was born in Baltimore, MD on January 29, 1947. With her former husband, Thomas Cullen, she had two sons, Matthew and Andrew. In her later years, she resided with Henry Shotwell at Oakhill in Hackettstown, NJ. Jane studied History at Buffalo University. She later attended Warren County Community College and was certified as a paralegal. For many years, she was employed by the law firm of Rylak and Gianos in Clinton, NJ. Jane was especially proud of her two “boys,” both of whom served overseas in the United States Army. A recovered alcoholic with over 23 years sober, Jane helped many people to achieve sobriety. She was passionate about history and travel. Her journeys began in her 20’s while employed by American Airlines. A lifelong student, she was a voracious reader and compiled a library of books and DVDs, especially “The Great Courses” lectures. Jane was particularly fond of British culture and all things BBC, from murder mystery to the “GBBO.” Jane enjoyed a wide variety of interests and was known for her wit and style. Her musical tastes varied from Tchaikovsky to the Rolling Stones (much to Hank’s chagrin). She loved gardening, the color green, and dragonflies. Jane treasured the ballet and attending many cultural events (the Downton Abbey exhibit!) with her circle of friends and family. The exploits of the Gang of Four - Cynthia, Jane, Lee, Portia – will live on in local lore, as well as the quiet joy she took in feeding the birds who visited her year round. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 15, 2020 from 4pm – 8pm at Cochran Funeral Home in Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Read more... |
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Died: Feb 5, 2020
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Died: Feb 4, 2020
Hazel White, age 94, of Savona passed away on February 4th at her daughter’s home in Hackettstown, NJ. She was born near Montgomery, Alabama, in 1925. She met and married Lester (Speed) White of Savona, who was stationed at Maxwell Field in Montgomery and they relocated to Savona after Lester’s discharge from the Army. Hazel worked at Westinghouse and Philips for 31 years and retired in 1983. She is survived by two children. Edna Burton of Hackettstown, NJ and Charles (Chuck) and Roxanne White of Campbell, as well as a loving and caring former daughter-in-law, Teri White of Bath. Hazel is also survived by four grandchildren: Tina (Mike) Sloane of Hackettstown; Becky Burton of Hackettstown; Charlie (Sherri) White of Corning, and Dr. Renee ( Andy) Stallings of Missouri. She is also survived by Renee’s father, John Swackhammer of Texas. She leaves behind loving great grandchildren, Stephanie Sloane, Dominic Petrucelli, and Colton Wells and a great great granddaughter, Bailey Sloane all from New Jersey, as well as Samantha and, Sydney White, of Corning; Dylan, Jayden and Brodyn White of Painted Post, and Asleigh Clark and great granddaughter, Addison from Connecticut. She also leaves behind her adored great grandchildren in Missouri, Reagan Marie and Jackson Cooper Stallings. Hazel is also survived by a very special friend of 40 years, Kathy Charles of Campbell, who has been her ray of sunshine and consistent support during their frequent visits. Hazel is predeceased by her loving husband, Lester, who passed in 1997. She is also predeceased by her cherished son, Rick (2006) and daughter, Linda Swackhammer of Texas (2008); Son-in-law, James Burton (2015) of New Jersey, grandson, Danny White (2016) Canandaguia and great granddaughter, Julia Wells (2019) Mine Hill, NJ Per her wishes, there will be no service. Visitation and luncheon will be held at The Campbell Legion, on Saturday, February 15th from 12-4pm. Memorial contributions, in Hazel’s memory, may be made to St. Hubert’s Animal Welfare Center, 575 Woodland Avenue, Box 159, Morristown, NJ 07960. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/
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Died: Feb 4, 2020
Randy Alan Pritchard, age 65, of Knowlton, NJ died peacefully Tuesday, February 4, 2020. Randy was born September 16, 1954 in Orange, NJ. He is the son of the late Alan and Anna L. (Deitrick) Pritchard. In addition to his parents, Randy was predeceased by his first wife Cynthia Pritchard. He married Kathleen Farr.
He was born in Orange, NJ and as a boy lives in East Hanover. Randy Moved to Knowlton in 1974 and remained a resident there until his death. Mr. Pritchard was a graduate of Whippany Park High School and repaired fork lifts and conveyors as a vocation. Randy hunted, played baseball in the township and for several years bowled in the Bel-Pike league. Throughout his life Randy was an avid Outlaws racing fan and made annual trips to Williams Grove Raceway in PA to cheer for the drivers. Also, he enjoyed camping, listening to classic country music and riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. Randy is survived by wife; Kathy Pritchard, son; Jeffrey Pritchard, and other loving family members and friends. A memorial celebration of his life will be announced at a later date. For those wishing to leave online condolences, please visit www.cochranfuneral.com Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 Read more... |
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Died: Feb 4, 2020
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Died: Feb 4, 2020
Magdalen Wojcicki, 59, of Winchester, Virginia, died Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at her home
surrounded by her loving family. Maggie was born December 28, 1960 in Newton, New Jersey, daughter of the late Joseph S. Wojcicki and Agnes Pauza Wojcicki. Her beloved husband, Paul T. Spitz, preceded her in death in 2012. She retired from M&M Mars Candy Company in Hackettstown, New Jersey where she worked in process operations, plant office, and R&D. She later worked for Crum Realty. She will be remembered for her great sense of humor and adventurous spirit. She poured love into her relationships with her family and friends. Her passions include angels, golfing, refurbishing furniture, gardening, dancing and her treasured “fur-babies”. Surviving are two sisters, Sister Mary Theresa Wojcicki of Wilkes-Barre, PA, Chris W. Thompson and her husband, Brian, of Winchester, VA; a brother, Mark Wojcicki and his wife, Sandi, of Punta Gorda, FL; three nephews, Adam Wojcicki, Randy Wojcicki and Zach Thompson; a niece, Stefanie Wojcicki; her close aunts, cousins, in-laws, many friends; and her dogs, Waldo, Gizmo, and the late Mr. Peabody. A Celebration of Life will be held locally at 1:00 P. M. Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Maggie’s home. The family will receive friends from 4:00 – 8:00 P. M. Monday, February 17, 2020 at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. A memorial Mass will be held 11:00 A. M. Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption, High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Burial will take place at Hackettstown Union Cemetery following the memorial Mass. Local arrangements are being handled by Enders & Shirley Funeral Home, Berryville, VA. New Jersey funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 To view the obituary and send condolences online, please visit, www.cochranfuneral.com Read more... |
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Died: Feb 1, 2020
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Died: Jan 27, 2020
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Died: Jan 26, 2020
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Died: Jan 24, 2020
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Died: Jan 23, 2020
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Died: Jan 22, 2020
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Died: Jan 22, 2020
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Died: Jan 21, 2020
Paul Sargeant, age 59, of 278 Mansfield Village, Hackettstown died Tuesday, January 21, 2020. Paul was born February 23, 1960 in Newton, NJ. He is the son of the late Marshall and Helen (Pyett) Sargeant. He was predeceased by his wife, Brenda Jacobsen Sargeant on December 13, 2019.
He was employed by Mount Olive Road Department for 37 years. Paul was also a member of the Hackettstown American Legion Post #164. He is survived by; sister; Sue Gibbs and three brothers; Marshall Sargeant, George Sargeant and Pat Sargeant. The funeral service will be held 11:00 am on Monday, January 27 at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J. with Rev. Donald Gebhard officiating. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Union Cemetery, Long Valley, following the service. Calling hours will be Sunday, January 26 from 4 - 8 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, Inc., 905 High Street, Hackettstown, N.J.. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Legion Post 164, P.O. Box 332, Hackettstown, N.J. 07840 in memory of Paul. Read more... |
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Died: Jan 20, 2020
Phuc Vu, age 80, of Hackettstown died Monday, January 20, 2020 at home in Hackettstown. Phuc was born December 19, 1939 in Sai-gon, Vietnam. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. All services are private at the request of the family. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/
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Died: Jan 20, 2020
Doris Helen Ayers, age 97, of Denville, NJ died peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2020 at home in Denville, NJ. Doris was born April 3, 1922 in Bronx New York. She is the daughter of the late Frederick Stuckelberger and the late Marie (Chval) Stuckelberger.
She is survived by 4 children, Linda Sue (Ayers) Vitaliano and husband Peter, Diane Carol (Ayers) Post, Robert Ayers, and Betsy (Ayers) Bente. She is also survived by her 5 grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, James, Robert and wife Mary, Amanda and husband Greg, and her 4 great grandchildren, Bobby, Lauran, Jake, and Jacquelyn. She was predeceased in death by one daughter, Pamela Jean. During her life she enjoyed vacationing at Ortley Beach, Traveling, swimming at the Randolph YMCA, being a member of the Deville Senior Club and also was a 4H leader. She was a city girl that was completely countrified. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. A graveside service will be held at the Union Cemetery, Mountain Ave, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 on Friday, January 24, 2020 at 10:30am. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/ Read more... |
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Died: Jan 15, 2020
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Died: Jan 15, 2020
William N. Watrous, Bill, was a lucky man. Born in Downers Grove, Illinois, in 1928, he was the youngest of four children of Francis and Mary Louise Watrous. His siblings Fran, Betty, and Dick were constant companions in mischief.
Bill grew up in Westfield, N.J., with a brief adventure in Kentucky during the depression. For Bill, the depression memories were of fun and games, like playing hide and seek in the abandoned greyhound race track. He brought back to Westfield polite southern mannerisms like “yes Ma’am.” A post card photo captured him in knickers fishing. After the depression, Bill’s summers were spent at a cottage on Damariscotta Lake in Maine with his mom and his siblings, boating, building a tree fort on an island, fishing, and swimming. What a lucky boy Bill was. As a teen, Bill worked at a grocery store, delivered groceries, and worked in a clothes store in Westfield. He liked Maine so much that he decided to stay there during his high school years, working on the Shady Lawn Jackson family farm in Lewiston. There he worked with the cows, helped deliver milk, and replace the barn roof. He survived crashing the hay truck on the farm, and escaped electrocution while working on equipment at the nearby Gulf Island Hydro Station. He was shooting tin cans in the hay loft window with his buddy, Albert, and a bullet took out the power line to Lewiston. It was Albert’s shot. What a lucky guy he was. Bill enlisted in the Army for WWII. Bill was lucky to arrive in Japan after the end of the war. He had a short tour of duty in Japan. Instead of re-enlisting, which would have led him into the Korean conflict, he was lucky again. He returned to go to college on the G. I. Bill. The prankster graduated from the University of Maine at Orono. His experience at the power company helped him land his first job after college as an electrical engineer in New York City. He lived in Westfield with his parents and commuted in to the city with his dad. That first job led to a long career at Weston Instruments in Newark, NJ, and then to Thomas Edison, Inc. When Thomas Edison, Inc. moved to New England, Bill decided to retire at the early age of 55. Bill enjoyed his engineering work, but by then, he had renovated several rental homes in his spare time, and was about to move into his dream home. Thomas Edison closed up shortly after, so once again, Bill was lucky. Bill was lucky at love. On a lark, he joined the Plainfield Ski Club with his buddy. There, he met his future wife, Vera. Their marriage flourished for 51 years. After a brief stay with Vera’s parents, they bought a typical 50s suburban home in South Plainfield. They had three children, Robert, Nina, and Scott. Bill would teach them, by his example, to work hard and play harder. He snuck out at night to dye a giant Snoopy snowman different colors just to surprise us. He installed a swimming pool and often, arriving home from work, headed for the pool. Bill loved the water and partying. For many years, summer vacations were at the cottage that he, his father, and brother built on the shore of Damariscotta Lake in Maine. Bill designed their dream house for a property in Watchung, NJ, where they created a woodland garden gem. They dammed a small stream to create two ponds. Bill and Vera were both active in the Watchung Garden Club. Their garden was featured in newspaper articles and tours. The pond was the scene of many skating events. Bill installed a rope swing so the kids could swing out over the pond and let go. Running around the pond playing hide and seek with his Sheltie, Wendy, was a frequent joy. The dam, one of the few places with sun, hosted a long perennial garden in front of a fence. Behind that, a cutting garden provided Vera with flowers for her many pressed flower and dried flower arrangements. Strolling the garden with friends once, they stopped on the bridge to admire the view. The bridge collapsed. All four landed in the pond with their drinks held high. How lucky can you get? An active member of the Wilson Memorial Church, Bill volunteered, and then became Chairman of the Building and Grounds Committee and co-founder of the Fellowship Hall. Bill removed English Ivy from the stone chapel, and stewarded numerous projects, including the genesis and construction of the Memorial Garden. He reserved a plot in the garden for Vera and himself. A do it yourself guy, Bill renovated several homes for rentals. Not knowing what he would have to do rarely stopped him from taking on a project. His optimism was often his greatest strength and weakness. Held up at gunpoint once, he was told to put up his hands. He did, grabbed the gun, and wrestled it away. What a lucky man. In the 1970s, Vera and Bill created Vera’s Holiday Boutique. Vera created pressed and dried flower arrangements, while Bill worked on restoring antique frames, furniture, and making dollhouses and other crafts. His children were also involved, making crafts, helping to set up and dismantle, and run the registers. Vacations in Maine became antique hunts. In addition to their own works, Vera’s Holiday Boutique allowed hundreds of other crafters to sell their works. When the Boutique’s popularity grew to the point that people were waiting in long lines in the snow, they relocated it from their home to the volunteer fire department. Their success was the result of hard work and more than a few dollops of luck. Bill enjoyed boating and shared it with his family and friends. Somehow we all survived the trips with “Cappy” to go fishing, see the fireworks up the East River, or the Centennial Tall Ships Parade and fireworks viewed from the boat near the Statue of Liberty. Boating with Bill adventures included being rescued in the Shark River inlet, and running aground on Sandy Hook in the dark. We were all lucky to be with this very lucky man. Bill explored by boat the Connecticut and Hudson Rivers, always dreaming of a house on the water. His love of water and his inner child eventually led to Lake Hopatcong in New Jersey. He bought a summer cottage that looked a lot like the family cottage in Maine. Parties there (in, on, and off the water) rivaled many college parties. Enjoying the lake life so much, he moved from his dream home to a year round home there. Many an hour was spent enjoying the view with a drink in hand from the deck or lounging in the lake. Even in his 80s, after two hip surgeries, he was active swimming, kayaking, taking people for boat rides, playing pool till the wee hours, gardening, working on the house, and playing tennis with his granddaughter. What a lucky man he was. Bill and Vera were fortunate to travel in the U.S., Europe, Russia, and the Caribbean. He also enjoyed travels with his children. Bill moved to Heath Village, in Hackettstown NJ, and quickly made many new friends. Ever the child, he was soon playing bocce, pool, and ping pong with his new playmates. Till the end, Bill was making jokes and having fun. What a lucky man he was, and how lucky we, his family and friends, are to have known him. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to The Heath Village Friendship Fund in Hackettstown, NJ, or the Wilson Memorial Church in Watchung, NJ.. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com Read more... |
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Died: Jan 13, 2020
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Died: Jan 12, 2020
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Died: Jan 10, 2020
Florence Ann Mayhan 97 of Great Meadows NJ
June 24, 1922 -January 10, 2020 Born June 24, 1922 in Garfield NJ, She was the daughter of the late Michael Lapshanski and Veronika Vovrek Lapshanski. She was married to the late Clarence Matthew Mayhan of Lake Arthur, New Mexico. She was a seamstress at the Elizabeth Undergarment Factory in Hackettstown New Jersey for 35 years. She was a loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother, and Aunt. She enjoyed knitting, baking, shopping, and spending time with friends and family. She is survived by one son, Craig Mayhan, and his wife Laura of Easton PA. Three Grand children; William B Mayhan and his wife, Annemarie, of Vernon NJ, Cole T Mayhan and his wife, Nanette,of Northampton PA, and Ruth L Mayhan-Evinger of Tatamy PA. 3 Great Grandchildren; Shayla and Connor Mayhan of Northampton PA, and Elizabeth Evinger of Tatamy PA. One Brother, Elmer Lapshanski of Great Meadows and one sister, Esther Lalli of Northfield Ohio And many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Clarence Mayhan, and her parents. One brother, Joseph Lapshanski, and Two sisters, Marget Esposito and Helen Larson. Also, her granddaughter Veronika Lynn Mayhan. A private graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the family. A memorial service will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Hackettstown NJ Read more... |
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Died: Jan 8, 2020
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Died: Jan 6, 2020
Robert John Relovsky of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on January 6, 2020. He was 76 years old. Robert was born at Christ Hospital in Jersey City on May 8, 1943 to John and Mary Relovsky.
Bob went to high school at St. Josephs High School in West New York and graduated with a degree in Political Science from St. Peters College in Jersey City. A beloved husband, Bob married Catherine in 1965. Bob was fun-loving, supportive, and caring. He was an entrepreneur and a great presence in town, at one point owning 4 video stores in the area. He was always active and working on projects with his family, with passions for landscaping, decorating, and building. There was never a challenge he wouldn’t take on. An avid football and baseball fan, he loved watching his Jets and Yankees. Bob brought his jovial spirit, generosity, and amazing stories with him wherever he went. His wisdom and jokes were cherished by all of his loved ones. Spending time with family was his greatest joy— He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Catherine, his children Laura Relovsky, Peter Relovsky and daughter-in-law Christine, and the late Mark Relovsky; grandfather to Olivia, Hannah, Zachary, Alexander and Evan; Brother to Thomas Relovsky, Kenneth Relovsky and the late Arthur Relovsky. The funeral service will be held at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown NJ 07840 on Friday January 10, 2020 at 11:00am. Burial will be at Union Cemetery immediately following the service. Calling hours will be Thursday, January 9th, 2020 from 4-8pm. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochran funeral.com/ Read more... |