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OPINION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 BUSINESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 OUR TOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 FAITH FOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 CIVIC NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 HAMMONTON ’ S HISTORY . . . . . . 21 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT . . . . . . 45
WHAT ’ S HOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 MIND GAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 HOROSCOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 SCORECARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 SPORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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ObITuARIES James N . Rodio
James N . Rodio , 85 , of Hammonton , died peacefully at home , surrounded by his family on March 1 , 2017 .
Jim was born and raised in Rosedale and was a lifetime resident of Hammonton . Jim graduated from St . Joseph High School in 1949 . In that same year , he began his radio career at the Columbia School of Broadcasting , until the United States Army called him to serve in the Korean War . He served in the Armed Services Radio until his honorable discharge in May of 1954 . Upon his return , he started his radio journey at WCMC Wildwood , WFPG Atlantic City and then WPBS Philadelphia before coming back home and purchasing his own station WNJH Hammonton . Being a radio pioneer , he saw the future of FM radio and , in September of 1971 , received license approval for what would become Unforgettable WRDR Radio 104.9 FM . His Sound was unique , and we can still hear him announce every Saturday night “ The Original Band Stand hosted by Ole JR .” He was an active member and served as president of the NJ Broadcasters Association . A dream that started as a kid announcing into a broomstick became a sound that was heard all over South Jersey , Philadelphia and Delaware .
Jim also enjoyed a love for his community , which was reflected in his involvement in many organizations and charities – including but not limited to Hammonton Chamber of Commerce , Hammonton Kiwanis Club , Italian Sons & Daughters , the yearly celebration of the Feast of Our Lady of Mt . Carmel and many boards and foundations to which he belonged . However , two of Jim ’ s greatest passions were St . Joseph HS Wildcatters and the Knights of Columbus St . Vincent Pallotti Council . One of the founding members of the St . Joe Wildcatters and SJ Booster Club , he would always be seen at a St . Joe sporting event . His passion for the St . Joe Wildcats could only be rivaled to his long-standing membership and service to the Knights of Columbus .
Though Jim had many passions , he found tremendous joy through his family . Jim had a selfless love for his family and spending family time was important . Sunday pasta dinners were always the highlight of his week . He also enjoyed his walks with his buddies , golf outings , trips to Florida , Italy , Alabama , doing his daily crossword puzzles , watching EWTN and going to mass daily .
He was predeceased by his loving wife , Julie ( nee Palmieri ), of 53 years of marriage ; his daughter , Maryann Rodio ; his parents , James and Mae Rodio ; his sisters , Delores and Regina Rodio . He is survived by his children , Carol Mongeluzzi of Villanova , Charles Rodio , Gigi DiDonato and her husband , John , and Gina Rodio all of Hammonton ; his grandchildren , Devon and Andrew Mongeluzzi , Jessica and Leah Rodio , and Zachary DiDonato ; his brother , Ronnie Rodio ( Roe ) of Northfield ; his sister , Martha Badagliacco ( Joe ) of Rosedale , and many nieces and nephews .
Relatives and friends attended a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday , March 7 at St . Joseph Church , Hammonton .
In lieu of flowers , the family asks the contributions in Jim ’ s memory be made to “ The St . Joe HS Wildcatters , P . O . Box 438 Hammonton , NJ 08037 or The Knights of Columbus , St . Vincent Pallotti Council # 3471 , PO Box 5 , Hammonton , NJ 08037 .
Arrangements made by the Marinella Funeral Home .
Karl G . Letterman
Karl G . Letterman , 67 , died on March 1 , 2017 , after a battle with cancer .
He was born on December 9 , 1949 , to Paul and Sara Letterman . He was a graduate of Glassboro High School and Glassboro State College , where he earned his Master ’ s Degree . Karl joined the National Guard and served until retiring as Sgt . Major in 1992 . He was Vice President of US Facilities Inc . when he retired in 2012 . After retirement , he worked as a private consultant . Karl enjoyed being President of the Rollin ’ T ’ s Car Club and was an avid antique car collector .
Karl was predeceased by his mother and father , Paul and Sara Letterman ; his brother , Douglas Letterman . He is survived by his adoring wife , Angelus ( nee Mauriello ); his two daughters , Stacy ( James ) Dougherty and Kristen ( George ) Mortelliti ; one brother , Alan Letterman ; his sister-in-law , Susan Crosson ; his uncle , John Gairthwaite ; his grandchildren , Michael , Dominique , James , Colin , Nicolette and Lola ; his great-grandchild , Michael Jr ; a large extended family with many brothers- and sisters-in-law , Chuck and Karen , Anthony and Karen , Marie and Mark , and also many nieces , nephews and cousins .
Family and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Wednesday , March 8 from 6 p . m . – 9 p . m . at the Marinella Funeral Home , 102 N . Third St ., Hammonton , NJ . Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday , March 9 , 1 p . m ., Christ the Redeemer Parish – Assumption Church , 318 Carl Hasselhan Dr ., Atco , NJ . Burial will be in Gloucester County Veterans Cemetery , 240 South Tuckahoe Rd ., Monroe Twp ., NJ 08094 .
In lieu of flowers , the family request donations to ALS Phila . Chapter , 321 Norristown Rd . Suite 260 , Ambler , PA 19002-2755 or Hammonton Cancer Foundation . org , P . O . Box 1066 , Hammonton , NJ 08037 .
Arrangements made by the Marinella Funeral Home .
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Kenneth W . Albert Sr .
Kenneth William Albert Sr ., 75 , died with family members surrounding his bed in Kenneth City , Fla ., on February 25 , 2017 .
He was born in Philadelphia , Pa ., on July 23 , 1942 , to Kenneth Chester Albert and Anna Beatrice Albert ( Zehner ), both deceased .
Ken worked as a sound technician for Chubby Checker in Philadelphia , Pa ., and was a machinist for ITE in Philadelphia , Pa . He was a self-employed business owner in the South Jersey area for Portasoft Water Conditioning and Good Times Cycles Kawasaki Motorcycle Dealership . Ken also operated a do it all home remodeling business in the Collings Lakes area . He was an elder and parishioner of the Abundant Living Church in Williamstown , ( Buena Vista Twp .).
He is survived by his wife , Ruth Elaine Albert ( Souder ); his children , the Rev . Kenneth Albert Jr . ( Kimberly ), Ruthann Waterman ( Blake ), Susan Ashe ( Walter ), Elizabeth Ranere ( Russell ) and the Rev . David Albert ( Ashley ); his brothers , Jimmy Albert , Wayne Albert , Robert Albert and Raymond Albert ; his grandchildren , the Rev . Kenneth Albert III ( Meghan ), Kristian Albert , Ryan O ’ neill ( Michele ), Kyle O ’ neill ( Samantha ), Amanda Waterman , Christina Simonetti ( Ashe ) ( Carmen ), Caitlyn Ashe , Nicole Ranere , Ashley Ranere , Kaylie Ranere , Isaiah Albert , Arabella Albert and one great-grandchild , to be born in May , Kenneth Albert IV .
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday , March 11 , 2017 , at the Abundant Living Church , 849 Rt . 54 , Williamstown , NJ ( at corners of Rt . 54 and Jackson Road in Buena Vista Township ). Visitation will be at 2 – 4 p . m . and will be followed by a service at 4 p . m . In lieu of flowers , please send donations to the Abundant Living Church . Arrangements made by the Marinella Funeral Home .
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Mary J . Falcone
Mary J . ( nee Gazzara ) Falcone , 94 , of Hammonton , died peacefully at home on Monday , February 27 , 2017 .
Born in Hammonton , she was a lifelong resident there . Mary was a retired machine operator for Consolidated Pants Co . of Hammonton . She also formerly worked as a cashier for the F & G Plant and as a cook at Hammonton High School . Mary was a member of the Hammonton Senior Citizens , St . Joseph ’ s Rosary Altar Society , the Amalgamated Clothing Workers Union , the Hammonton Chapter of the Sunshine Foundation , and she was Past Commander of the DAV Auxiliary Hammonton Chapter 66 .
She was predeceased by her husband , Dominic Falcone . Mary is survived by her daughter , Maria Falcone ; her two sons , Anthony Falcone and his wife , Grace all of Hammonton , Harry Falcone and his wife , Linda of Voorhees ; six grandchildren , Harry , Dominic , Stephen , Michael , Maria and Danielle ; eight great-grandchildren , Cody , Sabrina , Sean , Andrew , Kailey , Khloe , Antonio and Ella .
Family and friends attended a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday , March 6 , 2017 , at St . Mary of Mt . Carmel Parish , Church of St . Joseph ’ s , 226 French St ., Hammonton . Burial followed in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery .
In lieu of flowers , memorial donations may be made to the Sunshine Foundation , PO Box 164 , Hammonton , NJ 08037 .
Arrangements made by the Carnesale Funeral Home .
Louis J . Berenato
Louis J . Berenato , 94 , of Hammonton , died peacefully on Monday , February 27 , 2017 , at his home .
He was born and raised in Hammonton , he served in the U . S . Army during World War II . Louie went on to be co-owner of Modern Electric in Hammonton and also worked for Colonial Electric . Louie was a former member of the Hammonton Lions Club where he served as president from 1966 – 1967 .
He was predeceased by his parents , Frank and Mary Berenato ; brothers , Dominic and Joseph Berenato , and sisters , Jean Heck and Nancy Smedal . He is survived by his loving wife , Mina ( nee Iuliucci ); two brothers , Samuel Berenato ( Marietta ) of Wrightstown , and John Berenato ( Sally ) of Somers Point ; one sister , Anna Berenato of Dorothy , and many nieces and nephews .
Family and friends attended a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday , March 2 at St . Mary of Mt . Carmel Parish – St . Joseph Church , Third and French Streets , Hammonton . Entombment was in Greenmount Cemetery , 124 S . First Rd ., Hammonton .
Arrangements made by the Marinella Funeral Home .
Dorothy M . Sorrentino
Dorothy M . ( nee Nace ) Sorrentino , 93 , of Elwood , died on Thursday , March 2 , 2017 , at the AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center – Mainland Division .
Born in Elwood , she was a lifelong resident . She helped with her late husband , Joseph W . Sr ., at their service station and in more recent time was a homemaker . She was a member of the Elwood Gaskill United Methodist Church and enjoyed reading and growing flowers – African Violets .
Dorothy was predeceased by her husband , Joseph W . Sr .; two sisters , Mary Cirillo and Betty Ammon . She is survived by her two sons , Joseph W . Jr . and Leo G . both of Hammonton ; her sister , Loretta ( Salvatore ) DiBruno , and many nieces and nephews .
Relatives and friends attended a Funeral Service on Tuesday , March 7 , 2017 , at the Elwood Gaskill United Methodist Church , Union and Anderson Avenues , Elwood , NJ . Interment was in the Elwood Rural Cemetery .
In lieu of flowers , contributions may be made to Seashore Garden Center , 22 W . Jimmie Leeds Rd ., Galloway Twp ., NJ 08205 . Arrangements made by the Landolfi
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John F . Chillari
John P . Chillari Sr ., 95 , of Hammonton , died on Saturday , March 4 , 2017 , at Atlanti- Care Regional Medical Center in Galloway , surrounded by his loving family .
John was born and raised in Bridgeton . He graduated from Bridgeton High School in 1940 and enlisted in the U . S Army and served from 1942-1943 .
John relocated to Hammonton in 1968 and worked as a sewing machine mechanic for W . B . Kessler Clothing Co . He later retired from the Federal Government as a Policeman in Philadelphia , Pa . He was a member of the Hammonton American Legion Post F . A . Funston Post # 186 .
John was predeceased by his wife , Sara ( nee Calabrase ). He is survived by his children , John P . Chillari Jr . ( Ginny ) of Folsom , Andrew B . Chillari ( Martha ) of Hammonton , Joseph Chillari of Holliston , Ma ., Rita Wentz of Bridgeton and Virginia Crane of Meridian , ID ; his nine grandchildren ; his 10 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren .
Family and friends are invited to attend his visitation Saturday , March 11 from 10 a . m . – 12 p . m . with services at noon at the Marinella Funeral Home , 102 N . Third St ., Hammonton . Interment will be in Greenmount Cemetery , 124 S . First Rd ., Hammonton .
In lieu of flowers , donations may be made to the American Heart Association , 1 Union Street Suite 301 , Robbinsville , NJ 0869 .
Arrangements made by the Marinella Funeral Home .