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“ It exceeded our expectations . I by Sean Friel did not expect this at all ,” Sacco
GAZETTE STAFF WRITER said . The couple had planned this
MULLICA TWP .— The Pine event for the last few months with Barren Makers Fest , held at 3610 the help of their families . Sacco Nesco Road in Mullica Twp . on said that the two families came September 24 and 25 , was a great together to help with the way to spend some time outdoors organization and planning stages , in a family-oriented space this as well as helping out during the weekend . The family-friendly event . event was a way to bring the “ Seeing our families come community together , as well as to together to help was really cool … shop for some unique handmade seeing everybody work together items . The event organizers , was awesome ,” Sacco said . Carlina Sacco and Patrick The families were up early Bilazzo , were in attendance to setting up the different attractions make sure that the event ran for the event on the weekend . smoothly . The couple own Pine “ It was like four in the morning , Barren Pallet Works , which finishing things … we got here focuses on home decor and and started cleaning things . Up to recycling wood into pieces of art . last week it was like all-nighters , The two wanted to create an event up at 5 a . m . in the morning … that would bring together other there ’ s a lot to cart in here ,” Sacco makers in the area , as well as a See MAKERS , Page 8 family-friendly event for all ages .
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT . . . . . . 47 WHAT ’ S HOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 MIND GAMES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 CLASSIFIEDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 REAL ESTATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 SCORECARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 SPORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
OBITUARIES
John Robert Grocki
John Robert Grocki , 76 , passed away peacefully in his home , surrounded by family and friends , after a long and courageous battle with cancer . Despite his health battles over the years , John remained positive , optimistic , and determined to continue to live life to the fullest and to enjoy every moment doing things that brought him joy . Born and raised in Springfield , N . J ., on September 6 , 1946 , he was the son of the late John and Suzanne Grocki . John was a graduate of Jonathan Dayton Regional High School class of 64 ’. He also earned an undergraduate degree at Kean College and graduate degree at Seton Hall University after he returned from serving in the Air Force . He was employed as an Asset Manager at PSE & G for 30 + years and after retirement shared his love of Phillies baseball with his wife , making memories attending all season ticket games as well as traveling to Florida for spring season training . John was a skilled and talented saxophone and clarinet player , who recorded and released an album with his high school band . John joined the U . S . Air Force out of high school , honorably served many years and is a veteran of the Vietnam War . His military skills translated into his daily practices of tidiness , punctuality and dependability as well as always having an accurate account of every utensil in his home . Most days John spent his time in the kitchen creating delicious meals for his family , baking treats around the holidays , playing golf with friends , and being the greatest supporter of his marathon running wife , Donna . John was a devoted Phillies fan and a passionate dog lover who was loved by his fur babies Nikki , Rocky , Huck , and Chase . John was a strong patriarch of his family , a man who never cared much about himself and who even in his final days would give the shirt off his back for a friend no matter what time of day or night . He was a loving father and grandfather who always took care of his children and did the best he could to teach and guide them . John was a strong , proud , and good man . He is loved and will be missed by many .
John is survived by his wife , the love of his life , Donna Grocki who he has been married to for 19 years ; four daughters , Diana Grocki , Victoria Karalius ( Adam ), Ashley Shapero ( Dan ) and Kristen Owens ; four beautiful grandchildren , Mia Gabriella , Nadia Loren , Jake Charles and Callie Marie ; his brother , Robert Grocki ; as well as his beloved dog Chase . Funeral services and burial in Holy Cross Cemetery were conducted by the Carnesale Funeral Home , Hammonton , NJ .
Donations made in lieu of flowers will be used to honor John ’ s love for animals through Funny Farm Rescue & Sanctuary at https :// funnyfarmrescue . org /
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Local man charged with DWI
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Road , Officer Kyle Ambrozaitis stopped a vehicle for being unregistered and found that the driver , POLICE , from Page 1 unknown location , Friel said . residence on the 800 block of Central Avenue with disabling damage , was transported by ambulance to
“ He was treated on scene and
Jacob Houde , 23 , of Hammonton was found to have an active warrant from Hammonton in the
Friel said .
AtlantiCare City Division for The Hammonton Volunteer Fire further treatment ,” Friel said . amount of $ 1,000 , Friel said .
Department and EMS were called Friel said Benedetto was charged Houde was placed under arrest out , as the driver was pinned in the with the following : driving under and later released on his own recognizance at the scene pending a vehicle , Friel said , adding that the influence , careless driving , Hoffman observed the strong odor reckless driving , failure to wear new court appearance at Hammonton Joint Municipal Court , Friel of alcoholic beverage emanating seatbelt , improper passing , and failure to maintain lane of travel . from within the vehicle . said . Friel said Ambrozaitis was the
The driver was identified as Hoffman was the arresting and arresting officer .
Dominic Benedetto , 53 , of Hammonton , Friel said . He advised In other police news , at 11:04 tigations made by the men and women of local en-
charging officer , Friel said .
This report is comprised of arrests and invesforcement . All suspects and arrested are innocent
Hoffman several times that he was p . m . on September 25 , at the intersection of 11th Street and First until proven guilty in a court of law . drunk and had been drinking at an
ATV crash leads to DWI
by Gabe Donio
GAZETTE STAFF WRITER
HAMMONTON — At 1:22 a . m . on September 18 , police responded to a call of an ATV crash in the 800 block of Eighth Street , Friel said .
Upon arrival , Officer Kyle Ambrozaitis observed a green 2016 Sportsman Polaris rolled on its side , with the victim face down on the shoulder of the roadway , Friel said .
He immediately administered first aid to the victim , who was unconscious and unresponsive , Friel said .
AtlantiCare EMS arrived on location to render aid , and the driver was identified as William Caruso Jr ., 22 , of Hammonton , Friel said .
Caruso was transported by EMS and flown by helicopter for further treatment , according to Friel .
After preliminary investigation of the scene , it appeared Caruso was operating his ATV traveling northbound in the southbound lane of travel , Friel said .
“ It appears he went off the roadway to the left , impacted a rock and dislodging the front left tire of the ATV , continuing off the roadway , impacting with a parked box truck . This impact caused him to be ejected onto the grassy area on the shoulder of the roadway ,” Friel said .
There was evidence that Caruso was operating the ATV under the influence of alcohol , Friel said . He was charged with the following motor vehicle summonses : driving while under the influence , careless driving , reckless driving , failing to maintain lane of travel , unregistered vehicle , failure to possess his driver ’ s license , uninsured vehicle , failure to possess the registration , failure to possess the insurance card and operating an ATV without a helmet , Friel said .
Friel said Ambrozaitis was the investigating and charging officer .
This report is comprised of arrests and investigations made by the men and women of local enforcement . All suspects and arrested are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law .