Roxbury Township, Mrs. Frances Minerva Suggs, 73, died on April 4, 2017 at the Morristown Medical Center. She was born and raised in Teaneck and moved to Succasunna 39 years ago. She was a nursery school teacher at Paddi-Cakes Nursery School in Succasunna. She attended St. Therese R C Church in Succasunna, was talented in arts and crafts, and loved spending time with her granddaughters and dog “Nemo”.
She was predeceased by her husband Dr. Jack C Suggs in 2000, and is survived by her daughters; Janine Suggs of Succasunna and Jaclyn Margolies of Morris Plains, and by her 4 granddaughters; Kahli Suggs-Barnes, Waverly Suggs-Barnes, Scarlett Margolies, and Vivienne Margolies.
Friends may visit at Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Friday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 pm.
Hackettstown, NJ – Mr. Robert Dale Mitchell, 64, died on April 3, 2017 at the Morristown Medical Center. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and lived in Ledgewood and Budd Lake prior to moving to Hackettstown 10 years ago. He was a 1970 graduate of Roxbury High School at the Eisenhower School and was a Production Foreman at Transistor Devices, Inc. in Randolph and Hackettstown. He was an avid basketball enthusiast; both as a player and as a fan (especially of Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls of the 1990s). Additionally, he was quite the movie buff; Bruce Lee and Clint Eastwood films were among his favorites. His personality was large and he touched all that he met with his zest for life and infectious smile.
He was the son of the late Ariel Juanita Mitchell (Marshall) and is survived by his wife Alyssa Storicks Mitchell, son Sean Lowell Mitchell (& wife Sandy), step-son Jayson Tyler (and Morgan) Storicks, father Robert Lowell Mitchell, 4 sisters; Elona Jean Brown, Ariel Wilma Mitchell, Enid Dorothy Mitchell and Riva Faye Soloway Mitchell, brother Michael Isaac Soloway Mitchell, 2 grandchildren; Alexis Mitchell, Kylee Mitchell, nephew Jason Rogers Brown, and 3 step-grandchildren; Karynne Faltraco, Gabrielle Karrer, and Scarlett Mae Storicks.
Private arrangements are by the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com)
Mt. Arlington, Mrs. Margaret “Peggy” Campion, 87, died on April 1, 2017 at the Morristown Medical Center. She was born and raised in Scranton, PA and lived in Newark for many years before moving to Mt. Arlington in 1965. She was a Sales Associate at Clothing Town in Succasunna for 19 years, and was an avid animal lover.
She was predeceased by her husband Michael J Campion in 2002, and is survived by her 2 daughters; Michele (and John) Barrow of Lake Hiawatha and Susan M (and Gerard) Gaudio of Ledgewood. She also leaves her granddaughters; Bre Anne (and Thomas) Law of Hackettstown and Megan Barrow of Clearwater, FL.
Friends may visit at Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Thursday from 9 – 11 am, with the Service at 11 am, at the Funeral Home. The interment will follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Hanover. Donations may be made in her name to your local animal shelter.
Whitehall, PA Mr. Albert John Korzensky, 90, died on April 1, 2017 at the Whitehall Manor in PA. He was born in Brooklyn, NY and was the son of the late George Sr. and Julia Korzensky. He lived in Kenvil most of his life before moving to PA, 10 years ago. He served in the U S Navy during WWII and later worked as a supervisor of sub stations for J C P & L in Dover, for 37 years. He also enjoyed going to the Casino’s with the Ever Young Seniors in Roxbury Township.
He was predeceased by his wife Agnes A Korzensky in 2007, and by his son Albert J Korzensky, Jr. He is survived by his daughter Carol A (and William III) Hunsicker of Blandon, PA, brother George (and Delphine) Korzensky, Jr of FL, and sister-in-law Mary Gleckler of Randolph, NJ. He also leaves his 5 grandchildren; Beth Carl, Christopher Hunsicker, Melissa Hopkins, Keri Korzensky, and Justin Korzensky, 4 great grandchildren; Renee Carl, Dawson Carl, Analiese Faith Hopkins , and Elora Grace Hopkins, and 2 nieces and 2 nephews.
Friends may visit at Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, ?96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) ?on Tuesday from 7 – 9 pm, with the Service ?on Wednesday at 10 am, at the Funeral Home. The interment will follow at the Succasunna Presbyterian Cemetery.
Roxbury Township, Mr. William Joseph Kappes, 63, died on March 25, 2017 at the Morristown Medical Center. He was born in Dover and was a life long resident of Succasunna, graduating from Roxbury High School. He was a mechanic for Sunnyside Landscaping in Byram, and started his career at Jerry Baker’s Auto Body in Kenvil many years ago. He loved restoring cars, antique clocks, and radio’s.
He is survived by his wife Mary Lou Kappes, of 46 years, his son William Richard (and Jennifer) Kappes of Bushkill, PA, daughter Heather Buis Kappes of Succasunna, and by his grandson Jacob.
Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com), on Thursday from 7-9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name through his family.
Roxbury Township, Mr. Thomas Robert Daniels, 76, died on March 25, 2017 at the Merry Heart Nursing Home. He was born in Wilkes Barre, PA and lived in Succasunna for many years.
He is survived by his sister Theresa D Daniels of Newton, and was predeceased by his brother David W Daniels last year.
Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Tuesday from 9 – 9:30 am. The Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, 10 am, at St. Therese R C Church, with the interment to follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Hanover.
James Thomas Bennett, formerly of Bayonne, NJ and current resident of Wharton, NJ, passed away at home on Sunday, March 19, 2017 at the age of 76.
Mr. Bennett was born on July 25, 1940 at Margaret Hague Hospital in Jersey City, NJ. He was the son of the late Nellie (Pierson) Phillips and lived almost his entire life in Bayonne, NJ. Jimmy graduated from Bayonne Technical High School and enlisted in the United States Army. Mr. Bennett was stationed in Munich, Germany from 1966-1968 as a Military Police Officer. Upon returning from Germany on the day of his sister Peni’s wedding, he made it just in time to walk her down the aisle and returned to civilian life. James was a butcher at Shop Rite for over 40 years and enjoyed spending his retirement on a bowling league and traveling with his twin brother Tom.
In 2013, James moved to Wharton, NJ along with his identical twin brother Thomas, into the home of their devoted sister and caregiver Penelope E. Tomski, until the time of his death.
He was also predeceased by his brother-in-law Thomas J. Tomski.
James is survived by his caregiver and loving sister Penelope Tomski of Wharton, his twin brother Thomas J. Bennett of Wharton, his sister Audrey Williams of Lake Hopatcong, and his brother William Bennett of Ohio. He also leaves behind his niece Nancy (Tomski) Kaiser and her husband Albert, along with their children Ryan, Olivia & Mackenzie, of Green Township and his niece Rebecca (Tomski) Russo, her husband Vincent and their children Vincent and Benjamin of Verona.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Huntington’s Disease Foundation, P.O. Box 912, Salado, Texas 76571 or online at huntingtonsdiseasefoundation.org in tribute to James. Arrangements are by the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com).
Randolph, NJ Mr. Theodore E Martini, 89, died on March 17, 2017 at the Kessler Rehabilitation Center in Chester. Ted was born and raised in Bloomfield and served in WWII. Being a proud Veteran was very important to him. Ted moved to Ironia in 1963, were he resided with his wife and two sons. He was a retired probation officer and supervisor for Essex County in Newark for 30 years. He was a proud graduate of Seton Hall University and a loyal fan of their basketball team. Sundays were his favorite day! It was a day of being with family and watching football, especially his Giants. He loved to listen to his Jazz music. He would fondly talk about the days he and his wife Dee would go into New York to the Jazz clubs. How enjoyed those days! It was one of his favorite memories. Anyone who had the opportunity to know Ted, you were blessed! Rest in peace Dad and Grandpa Tini, you are now home with your beloved wife Dee and son Ted.
He was predeceased by his wife Dolores Martini, and son Theodore Martini in 2013. He is survived by his son Timothy J (and Karen) Martini of Ironia, daughter-in-law Ann Martini of Landing, and by his 4 grandchildren; Theodore, Christopher, Matthew and Rachael.
Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Tuesday from 10 – 11 am. The Funeral Service will be held at 11 am, followed by an entombment at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in East Hanover. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local Veterans Association.
Roxbury Township, Mr. Richard P Bondaruk, 63, died on March 9, 2017. He was born and raised in Jersey City and lived in Fords before moving to Roxbury Township 16 years ago. He was a mail handler for the U S Postal Service in Jersey City for 43 years. He enjoyed art, photography, tool collecting, and going to flea markets.
He is survived by his wife Sandy Mc Cormick, children; Jeremy Bondaruk, Adrian Leblanc, Natasha Bondaruk, Michael Bondaruk, Alexis Rodrigues, and Katey Mc Cormick, and 8 grandchildren; Arianna, Kyle, Brian, Kygen, Jordan, Olivia, Kara, and Colton.
Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Thursday from 4 – 8 pm, with a Family Service at 7 pm.
Roxbury Township, Mrs Elizabeth A McGarry, 71, died on March 9, 2017 at the Morristown Medical Center. She was born in Orange and grew up in West Orange. She moved to Roxbury in 1969. She was the Technical Assistant to the Construction Official in Roxbury for 27 years before retiring in 2011. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and going to Manasquan.
She is survived by her son Patrick (and Jane) McGarry of Budd Lake and daughter Erin (and Michael) Murray of Rockaway Township. She also leaves her brother Daniel O’Leary of Jackson, and 2 grandchildren; Daniel McGarry and Katie Murray.
Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Wednesday, March 15, from 4 – 8 pm. The Funeral Liturgy will be on Thursday, March 16, 10 am, at St. Therese R C Church. Donations may be made in her name to St.Jude’s Hospital or to the 11th Hour Animal Rescue.