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OPINION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
BUSINESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
OUR TOWN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
FAITH FOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
CIVIC NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
HAMMONTON’S HISTORY . . . . . . 53
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT . . . . . . 61
HAMMONTON
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WHAT’S HOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
MIND GAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
HOROSCOPES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
SCORECARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
SPORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
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Robert J. Mazzeo
rober t J. Mazzeo , 61, of elm died suddenly on July 3, 2018.
Bob was the owner of Mazzeo Lawn Services, was a driver for DiMeglio
Co. in elm and retired supervisor from Caesar’s Hotel and Casino in atlantic
City after 32 years of service.
Beloved husband of Phyllis (nee Wicks); devoted father of amanda
(Bob) and robert (Liz); dear brother of ronald Mazzeo and Maryann
figueroa (Bruce) and the late Joseph; proud grandfather of Karlie, Malayna,
and Jacob Mazzeo; also survived by many nieces and nephews.
funeral services were held on Saturday, July 7 at the Solid rock Baptist
Church in Berlin. Cremation was held privately. Memorial contributions
may be made to Solid rock Baptist Church, 420 South White Horse Pike,
Berlin, NJ 08009.
arrangements made by the Constantino funeral Home.
Jose A. “Pop” Lopez
Jose a. “Pop” Lopez, 77, of Mullica township died on Monday, July 2,
2018 at Seacrest Village in Little egg Harbor township.
Born in Jayuya, Puerto rico to angela rivera Lopez and Jose Lopez he
was the eldest of eight children. He met his wife ramona in 1961 in
Philadelphia. Pop was the glue that held the family together, but he still
couldn’t survive without his loving wife ramona by his side every step of
the way. in Philadelphia, he worked for the Cathedral of Saints Peter and
Paul. He moved to Mullica township in South Jersey in the summer of
1970. there he worked for Kessler Clothing Co. in Hammonton, tilton
Movie theater in e.H.t., Lutheran Church in egg Harbor and was a car-
penter by trade for his brother Pedro to provide for his family. He was de-
voted to his family and worked very hard to provide for them. He was very protective of his
family and dedicated to his children’s lives; attending each and every one of their sports practices,
games and extracurricular activities. His mottos were “education first” and “Never Quit.” He
was a die-hard Phillies and eagles fan and attended their games with his family.
He was predeceased by his wife, ramona B. Lopez; his son, Leo Cowley and his brother,
Howard Lopez. He is survived by seven children, rosemary Cowley, Nicholas Cowley
(Suzanne), Jose Lopez, angela Lopez, Michael Lopez, ramona flores (Jose) and Laura ein-
wechter (Chris); four brothers, Peter Lopez (Kathleen), Mike Lopez, George Lopez (evy), and
andy Lopez(Carmen Lou); two sisters, Carmen Vandewall (Steve),and isabel Quiles; his sis-
ter-in-law, Doris; 17 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
a Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on friday, July 6, 218 at Our Lady of Perpetual
Help Parish Church of St. Nicholas in egg Harbor City. Burial followed at egg Harbor City
Cemetery.
arrangements made by the Carnesale funeral Home.
Joseph Jacob Schneider
Joseph Jacob Schneider died May 19, 2018 in Happy Valley, Ore., at the
age of 93.
He was born June 29, 1924 in egg Harbor City to rosa (atz) Schneider
and Victor Schneider. Joe attended egg Harbor High School and graduated
in 1942, when he joined the U.S. Navy; serving for six years. His tour of
duty as a first Class Baker and Gunner, on an LSt, included the european,
North african and asiatic-Pacific theaters; ending in tokyo Harbor for the
signing of the Japanese instrument of Surrender. He ended his military career
in astoria, Oregon. Joe married Nellie Butler, february 20, 1947. they were
married for 57 years. Joe continued his career in baking, owning his own
small bakery with his wife. He worked a short time for Brinks armored transport and retired
from his longstanding, 20-year career with rol-away truck Mfg Co. inc. in 1975, at the age of
51. He was a member of resurrection Lutheran Church and a lifetime member of the Lents
Masonic Lodge.
throughout his life, Joe enjoyed sports, playing baseball whenever possible, including a city
league team in his hometown and playing basketball in a Navy league. He enjoyed his gardening
along with a daily cigar and a one-mile walk. Joe was a very family-oriented man. He coached
his sons’ little league baseball team and was their cub-scout leader. He was a wonderful mentor
to his four children. Saturday evenings were spent playing pinochle with family and close
friends.
Joe is survived by his sons, Joe Schneider (Linda), Bremerton, Wash., rob Schneider (Debra),
West Linn, Ore. and daughters, Nancy Popp (Gary), terrebonne, Ore. and Mary ann alexander
(Gerhard), Canby, Ore.; 12 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased in
death by his parents, wife, five brothers and great-grandchild.
it was Joe’s wish that he be cremated. arrangements have been made with threadgill’s Me-
morial Services. there will be a graveside service held at Willamette National Cemetery on
Monday, July 16, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. a memorial service will be held immediately after the
graveside service, at resurrection Lutheran Church, 1700 Ne 132nd ave Portland, Or 97230.
in lieu of flowers; should friends and family desire, contributions may be sent to resurrection
Lutheran Church, Portland, Oregon.
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Police make several local arrests
POLICE, from Page 1
arrested on Washington Street at
her residence for two warrants, one
from Hammonton in the amount of
$2,500 and the second from Med-
ford in the amount of $550, Slimm
said.
She could not post bail and was
transported to the atlantic County
Jail, Slimm said.
Officer Kenneth O’Neil was the
arresting officer, Slimm said.
• On July 2 at 8:05 p.m., Kelvin
Barreto, 20, of Hammonton was
the subject of a “check the well-
being” call in th e westbound lane
of the White Horse Pike (route 30)
at the intersection of Broadway,
Slimm said.
Barreto was found to be driving
while under the influence (DWi)
and was charged with DWi, unreg-
istered vehicle, uninsured vehicle,
possession of a controlled danger-
ous substance in a motor vehicle,
delaying traffic and fictitious
plates, Slimm said.
Officer Jason rigby was the ar-
resting officer, Slimm said.
• On July 4 at 3:03 p.m. Matthew
Dawn M. Cappuccio
Dawn M. Cappuccio, 50, of Hammonton died peacefully with her fam-
ily by her side at home on Monday, July 2, 2018 after a courageous battle.
Born in Hammonton she was raised in elwood and has lived in Ham-
monton for 16 years. Dawn had worked for atlantic Sweetner in folsom
as a customer service representative for many years. She enjoyed cooking
and spending time with family and friends.
She was predeceased by her brother, David Wescoat. She is survived
by her husband, Joseph f. Cappuccio ii and his son, Joseph f. Cappuccio
iii (Katie); her parents, Chester and Nancy Wescoat; her brother, Chester
Wescoat Jr.; two sisters, Debbie Dore and tammy Jordan; her mother-in-
law, Gloria Cappuccio; her sister-in-law, Paula Cappuccio; two brothers-
in-law, robert Cappuccio (Jackie), Stephen Cappuccio (Linda); her grandson, Luca
Cappuccio; her best friend who was like a sister to her, Shannon Seidel and her loving dog,
Geno who was like a son to her.
a Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at St. anthony of
Padua r.C. Church, Hammonton. in lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude’s
Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, tN 38105, or to the Humane Society of
atlantic County, 1401 absecon Blvd., atlantic City, NJ 08401.
arrangements made by the Carnesale funeral Home.
Manuel Joseph Strano
Manuel Joseph Strano, age 88, of Hammonton, died on Saturday, July
7, 2018 of heart failure at home.
He was born on June 5, 1930 in Philadelphia, son of Salvatore and Mary
Strano. Salvatore emigrated from italy in 1905. Manuel graduated from
Camden Catholic High School and Drexel University. He is a Korean War
veteran, serving in the Navy from 1950 to 1954 onboard USS VerMiL-
iON (aKa-107). He retired from Public Service electric and Gas Com-
pany as Supervisor of the Gas Department in audubon/Camden after 42
years in 1992. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing black jack and poker,
going to the Hammonton Health & fitness gym, and was a champion in
archery competition. He was a member of the Hammonton VfW Post
#1026.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marie (Lucca); son, Michael and his wife, teresa
of Chantilly, Virginia; his grandchildren, Joseph and Stephanie; his brother, robert and several
nieces and nephews.
a viewing was held on tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the Landolfi funeral Home. funeral
Service and interment were private for the immediate family. in lieu of flowers, donations
may be made to the VfW Post#1026 at 39 N. egg Harbor rd., Hammonton, NJ 08037.
arrangements made by the Landolfi funeral Home.
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Longo, 33, of Hammonton was ar-
rested on the 300 block of Bellevue
avenue on an outstanding warrant
from Hammonton in the amount of
$750, Slimm said.
He was remanded to the atlantic
County Jail, Slimm said.
Officer Gordon ellis iii was the
arresting officer, Slimm said.
Two accidents
on local roads
Police: One was fatal
by Gabe Donio
G azette S taff W riter
HaMMONtON—first respon-
ders were on the scene of two sep-
arate local accidents, including a
fatal accident on Central avenue,
Hammonton Detective Sgt. ed-
ward Slimm said.
the first accident happened on
July 3, at approximately 1:55 p.m.,
Slimm said.
“Members of the Hammonton
Police Department responded to
the 800 block of Central avenue in
reference to an accident. investiga-
tion of the accident revealed that
richard Jacobus, 75, of Hammon-
ton, was traveling north on Central
avenue when the vehicle he was
See ACCIDENT, Page 14
Irnette A.
Ramirez
irnette
a.
ramirez, 43, of
Hammonton died
on tuesday, July 3,
2018 in Philadel-
phia, Pa.
Born
in
Vineland she was a
lifelong area resi-
dent.
irnette
worked as a wait-
ress for several dif-
f e r e n t
establishments, most recently for Cari-
bou Cafe in Philadelphia. She formerly
worked at Caesar’s Hotel and Casino in
atlantic City.
irnette is survived by her three chil-
dren, andres rosario, Malena rosario,
elian rosario; her mother, irma Latorre;
her father, alfredo ramirez; her brother,
Joshua Miranda and many aunts, uncles,
cousins and friends.
funeral Services were held on tues-
day, July 10, 2018 at the Carnesale fu-
neral Home. Burial followed in Holy
Sepulchre Cemetery, Hammonton.
arrangements made by the Carnesale
funeral Home.