OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Atco, New Jersey

John W. Gibson, Jr.

John W. Gibson, Jr.

Sep 30, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John W. Gibson, Jr., who passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 30, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on January 13, 1948, in Camden, NJ, John lived a full and meaningful life, recently calling Atco, NJ, home for the last 12 years, after previously residing...

Joseph Scurti

Joseph Scurti

Sep 30, 2025

Joseph Dominic Scurti, Jr. of Chesilhurst, NJ passed away on September 30, 2025 surrounded by his family.

Devoted husband of Joyce Scurti and father of the late Christina Perloff (Ben), Jacquelyn Gates (Wes), Nicole Thilker (Mike), Joseph Scurti (Alex), and Stephen Scurti (Cassie). Loving grandfather of Natalie, Anna, Henley, Colby, Hannah, Carly, and JJ. Beloved brother of Kimberly Meisenzahl (Bruce) and...

Sidney J. Norcross, Jr.

Sidney J. Norcross, Jr.

Sep 29, 2025

Sidney J. Norcross, Jr., 88, of Hammonton, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025. Sidney was born in Camden, NJ to Sidney J. and Ruth Norcross (née George) Kleibrink. He was a dedicated mechanic A for over 25 years for NJ Transit. In his leisure time Sidney loved going fishing and hunting.

He was predeceased by his parents; his wife, Ethel...

Sallie Joyce

Sallie Joyce

Sep 29, 2025

Sallie V. Joyce (nee O'Donnell), age 87, of Sicklerville, NJ passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 29, 2025. She is survived by her daughters, Catherine Jacoby (Rich), and Patricia Joyce, daughter in-law, Susan Joyce, grandchildren, Emily (Jason), Andrew (Janey), Nicholas, Kelsey, Taylor, Caitlin, and Ryan (Samantha). Sallie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of over 50...

William T. Harrison, Sr.

William T. Harrison, Sr.

Sep 28, 2025

William T. Harrison, Sr., 71, of Williamstown, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, with his family by his side.

William was born in Camden, NJ to Frederick G. Sr., and Catherine V. (née Stuart) Harrison. He worked as a truck driver for Phase III Trucking for many years. William loved Willie Nelson and hog farming.

He is predeceased by...

Mary Scharff

Mary Scharff

Sep 28, 2025

Mary "Joyce" Scharff, 81, of Winslow, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2025.

Born on June 2, 1944, Joyce was the beloved daughter of the late Marie Walto. She graduated from Camden Catholic High School in 1962 then, married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, Jack. Together they built a large, close-knit family rooted in love and...

Joseph J. McCallin, Jr.

Joseph J. McCallin, Jr.

Sep 28, 2025

Joseph J. McCallin, Jr., age 69 of Blue Anchor, NJ, passed away on September 28, 2025. He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Joseph J. McCallin, Sr. and Rose McCallin (nee Roby). A man with a helping heart and an adventurous spirit, he lived life to the fullest with no regrets and without fear, often in the company...

Sakerben Dalwadi

Sakerben Dalwadi

Sep 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Sakerben C. Dalwadi

With heavy hearts, we gather to honor the life of our beloved mother and grandmother, Sakerben, who passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025 at the age of 81.

She was the heart of our family-known for her kindness, wisdom, humor, and unconditional love. With her warm smile, light-hearted jokes, and ability to bring laughter into any...

Helen J. Armstrong

Helen J. Armstrong

Sep 26, 2025

Helen J. Armstrong, 94, of Atco, passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025.

Helen was born in Philadelphia, PA to James and Mary (née Mullen) McGonigle. She was a dedicated office manager for Bartram Welding of Philadelphia and Broomall, PA for 38 years. Helen loved Cape May and spending time at the beach.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband,...

Sandeep Bharadwaj

Sandeep Bharadwaj

Sep 26, 2025

Sandeep Bharadwaj, 48, of Haddon Heights, NJ, died September 26, 2025 in a Willingboro hospital.

He was born on December 10, 1976 in Udaipur, Rajasthan, India. He attended Mandsaur Institute of Technology (MIT, Mandsaur) and worked at various companies in India before fulfilling his lifelong dream of moving to the United States. He married Sarah Eberz and they had two children....

Joseph W. McIntyre, III

Joseph W. McIntyre, III

Sep 25, 2025

Joseph W. McIntyre, III, 82, of Tansboro, passed away on September 25, 2025, remaining stubborn until the end.

Predeceased by his parents, Joseph W. McIntyre, Jr and Ruth (née Gross), his brother Dennis, and his stepson Robert Sharp, Jr.

He leaves behind a loving wife, Madelyn Sharp (née Armano), stepchildren Amber Pallante (Frank), Grant Sharp, and Ardan Sharp, and grandchildren.

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Tara Lee Fairbanks

Tara Lee Fairbanks

Sep 24, 2025

Tara Lee Fairbanks (née Merril), 55, passed away on September 24, 2025, in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Born on July 30, 1970, in Gardner, Massachusetts, Tara lived a life filled with love, devotion, and vibrant energy that touched everyone around her.

A proud graduate of Shawnee High School in Medford, Class of 1988, Tara carried her passion for nurturing others into her professional life....

John J. Pino Sr.

John J. Pino Sr.

Sep 18, 2025

John J. Pino Sr., 96, passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Born in Philadelphia, PA. John had worked as a hat maker for Stetson Hats of Philadelphia for many years.

He was predeceased by his wife, Rosemarie Pino and his parents, Antonio and Maria Pino.

John is survived by his four sons, John J. Pino, Jr. and his...

Lt. Commander William W. Witherspoon II, Esq.

Lt. Commander William W. Witherspoon II, Esq.

Sep 16, 2025

Lt. Commander William "Wally" Wallace Witherspoon II, Esq., of Medford, New Jersey, formerly of Spokane, Washington, was born on October 5, 1942, and passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born and raised in Spokane, Wally attended a Canadian military high school in Victoria, British Columbia, for two years. After graduation, he joined the...

Thomas Williams

Thomas Williams

Sep 13, 2025

Thomas E. Williams, age 47, of Marlton, NJ, passed away suddenly on September 13th, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Racquasi Williams (née Higgs); mother, Andrea Lynn Williams; children, Alayna Higgs, Vashon Atkinson-Spicer, Tyler Allen, and Kambree Williams; brother, Randall James; grandmother, Annie Williams; as well as his great-aunt, Lily Williams, and close cousin, Regina Williams. Thomas is also...

Charles Ormston

Charles Ormston

Sep 11, 2025

Charles J. Ormston, III, age 64, of Waterford Works, NJ passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 11th, 2025. He leaves behind his father, Charles J. Ormston, Jr., brother, Don Ormston (Ursula), sister, Robyn Cook, aunt, Dorothy Engstom, and nieces, Kelly, Danielle, Taylor and Kaitlyn as well as his grandniece, Paisley and grandnephews, Logan and Jace. He is predeceased by his...

Raju K. Islania

Raju K. Islania

Sep 11, 2025

Raju K. Islania, age 70, of Sicklerville, New Jersey passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Born in Nairobi, Kenya he was the youngest of six children. He was the son of the late Kalidasbhai and the late Durgaben; brother of the late Mansukhbhai and the late Anilbhai. He is survived by his wife, Rama; son, Meraj; daughter, Reema; sisters...

Edward F. Clinton

Edward F. Clinton

Sep 8, 2025

Edward F. Clinton, age 54 of Hammonton, NJ, passed away on September 8, 2025. He was born to the late Edward M. Clinton and Margaret M. Clinton (nee McKelvey) in Philadelphia, PA. Edward proudly served in the US Navy during the Persian Gulf War. He will be deeply missed.

Edward is survived by his son, Townes Clinton; former spouse and mother...

Ramesh Patel

Ramesh Patel

Sep 7, 2025

Ramesh Patel, age 85, of Bellmawr, NJ passed away on Sunday, September, 7th, 2025. He leaves behind his beloved family & friends. He will me missed. The viewing & puja will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 10:00 am at LeRoy P. Wooster Funeral Home & Crematory, 441 White Horse Pike, Atco, NJ, 08004. Cremation to follow. 

Anthony V. Elefante

Anthony V. Elefante

Sep 6, 2025

Anthony V. Elefante, age 81, of Berlin, NJ, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025.

Born and raised in South Philadelphia, Anthony was the beloved son of the late Vito and Frances (nee Brigandi) Elefante. He was a talented butcher for Pathmark for many years, beginning his career in South Philly and later working in Cherry Hill, NJ.

Anthony had a deep...

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