Michael E. Sloane, age 72, of Allamuchy, NJ died Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at Morristown Memorial Hospital. Michael was born May 28, 1942 in Lancaster, PA. He is the son of the late Dr. Milton Sloane of Englewood N.J. and Leonore (Chertcoff) Sloane who lives in Chapel Hill N.C..
Michael was a sales representative for AT&T. Living in the area for 43 years, Michael was an active member of his community. He served on the Allamuchy Town Council and the Warren County Board of Elections. Additionally he was a member of the Environmental Commission of Warren County and the Warren County New Jersey Mosquito Commission. Michael enjoyed collecting tractors as well as restoring them. He also enjoyed spending time rebuilding computers.
He is survived by his wife, Diane (Scheffler) Sloane; his son, Gregory Sloane; two sisters, Margaret “Maggie” Sloane and Molla Donaldson and husband Jerry. Michael was predeceased by his son, Christopher.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Allamuchy Green First Aide Squad, 25 Maple Lane, Andover, NJ 07821.
Arrangements are under the directions of Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Online condolences may be given at www.cochranfuneral.com.
Susan Alford Pozdena
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July 31st, 2014 2:48 pm
Diane and Family: I knew Mike in my early years in Englewood. He was a good friend of both my brothers from elementary school through high school. My older brother and he were roommates after HS. He was often at our home doing all sorts of interesting activities with my brothers. He often had a smile on his face indicating some humorous thought he had in his mind. He was a creative contributor to the "boys'" activities and wonderfully mechanical. He worked with my brothers on cars and trains - and still had the train set they had started in our basement.
I was glad to reconnect with him recently to hear of his continued interest in mechanics, such as his tractor, but also of his significant contributions to his community. I am so sorry he had to struggle in his last days.
I know my brother and I will remember him fondly and hope that your memories will keep him alive in your hearts.
Fondly,
Susan Alford Pozdena
George N. Wells & Linda A. Wells
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July 29th, 2014 2:30 pm
Diane and Family,
We knew Mike through his e-mail writings. He was a font of wisdom always able to see through the fog of misinformation. He will be missed by many and our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.