Mr. George Wien, of Roxbury Township, died at home at the age of 96 on November 19, 2024. He was born in Irvington, N.J., served in the U.S. Army during WWII, obtained his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Chemistry.

He began his career as a medical technologist at Morristown Memorial devising special biochemical tests. St. Barnabas Hospital asked him to start a Special Chemistry section in their chemistry lab.    He also started his own lab at this time, working out of his home first and later setting up Wien Labs in Flanders, N.J. The high quality of his tests were well-known both nationally and world-wide.

He was a long time member of the Roxbury Rotary and a past President of this organization, where he also received the Paul Harris Award.

After retiring, he developed a strong interest in historical restoration, especially involving the Morris Canal Inclined Plane in Ledgewood, N.J..  He set up the Roxbury Historic Trust, with the help of Roxbury Rotary and the Roxbury Township Historical Society and, was its President for the first 10 years.  The focus of attention was on restoration of the King Store (which serviced the canal boats), and then the adjacent King House (home of Theodore King).

He enjoyed golf, historical restoration and was a superb cook.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years  Emily (Coch) Wien, by his two sons Scott and Bret Wien, his step-son Christopher Neuman, and his four grandchildren: Kelly 22, Adam 19, Benjamin 8 and Veronica 6.

His Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, November 27^th, at 11 am at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main St., Succasunna, N.J. (973-584-7264)

Roxbury Township—Marguerite “June” Varcoe, 86, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024 after a brief illness. Born in Dover, NJ on June 17, 1938, to William and Marguerite (Nelson) Alpaugh, June lived most of her life in Succasunna. She graduated from Roxbury High School in 1956 and earned her RN from Orange Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in 1959. June worked at St. Claire’s Hospital in Denville and later at Welkind Neurological Hospital and Kessler Institute in Chester.

As a young woman, June sang in the church choir, was a Girl Scout, and had a summer job working for a sightseeing boat at Hopatcong State Park. As a young mother, she was a den leader for the Boy Scouts, a troop leader for the Girl Scouts, and president of the Roxbury Fire Company #1 Ladies Auxiliary.

A lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna, June served the church in many ways, including as a Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher, treasurer of the Presbyterian Women, a member of both the Esther and Sarah Martha circles, chair of the Fellowship Committee, and as a Deacon for more than 25 years. In recent years, June portrayed a number of her ancestors at the church’s Cemetery Tour. If you have ever enjoyed a bowl of soup following the church’s Blood Drive or cookies from Olde Suckasunny Day, you likely have her to thank!

June’s greatest joy came from being a mother and grandmother. She spent many summers at Horseshoe Lake watching her children learn to swim and then cheering for them and her granddaughter in swim meets and lifeguard competitions. June was always a presence at school concerts, marching band competitions, theatre performances, and ice hockey games. A friend to all, she cherished countless lifelong friendships, many lasting more than 50 years.

June was predeceased by her parents and her brother, Charles Alpaugh. She is survived by her three children: Chris Varcoe (Kelly), Cindy Medici, and Jennifer Lee (Henry), and her five grandchildren: Alicia Varcoe Webb (Bill), Shannon Varcoe, Amelia Medici, Sam Lee, and Rachel Lee.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 29, 2024 at 10:30 am at the First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Deacons of the First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna.

Morris Township, June Elaine Burke, 93, died on November 8, 2024 at Heath Village in Hackettstown. She was born in Wharton and lived in Succasunna for over 60+ years. She previously worked for the phone company and later was a switchboard operator at the County College of Morris in Randolph. She was a prior member of the Succasunna First Presbyterian Church and enjoyed baking and spending time with family & friends.

She was predeceased by her husband Robert L. Burke in 1986 and is survived by her 4 sons and their wives (John/Amy, Joe/Marianne, Jim, and Bob/Nicole), and 6 grandchildren (Courtney, Brittany, Kylie, Kelsey, Jordyn, and Jake).

Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ, on Monday (November 11th) from 4 PM to 7 PM. Her graveside service will be held on Tuesday, 11 am, at the Locust Hill Cemetery in Dover.

Oxford, NJ – Mrs. Grace Catherine Cerrato, 80, passed away on November 2, 2024, at the Warren Haven Nursing Home in Oxford. Born in Dover, she enjoyed life in Hackettstown before moving to Oxford four years ago. Grace had a fulfilling career as a secretary at Picatinny Arsenal in Rockaway Township and was known for her passions—birdwatching, her beloved dogs, and her cherished grandchildren as well as her dear family and friends. Her infectious laugh, love for animals, and indomitable spirit left a lasting impression on everyone who knew her.

Grace was predeceased by her husband, Albert C. Cerrato, in 2019, and her eldest grandson, Christopher M. Williams, in 2015. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Lisa Cerrato-Joly (and husband Bernard Joly) of East Stroudsburg, PA, and Candice Williams (and husband Mark Williams) of Altamont, TN. Grace also leaves behind her grandchildren Grayson, Kyle, and Jon, along with eight bonus grandchildren and 17 bonus great-grandchildren.

Family and friends are cordially invited to gather at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, located at 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ, on Friday, November 8th, from 3 PM to 6 PM, with a service at 5 PM. Interment will take place at Succasunna Presbyterian Cemetery at a later date.

Mt. Olive Township—Mr. Harvey John “Jack” Harrington, Jr., 84, passed away on October 22, 2024, at Morristown Medical Center surrounded by his family. Jack was born and raised in Staten Island, NY, before moving to Flanders 57 years ago where he continued to live with his granddaughter Jamie and her family.

Jack had a successful career in finance at various companies in New York City and New Jersey before retiring in 2012. A devoted sports fan, he held season tickets to the Jets and Giants, attended Super Bowls and All-Star Games, and enjoyed many Yankee games at Yankee Stadium. He also made frequent visits to the Boxing Hall of Fame. Jack cherished traveling to sporting events, often accompanied by friends, creating lasting memories at games across the country. His love for travel extended to family vacations, with Aruba and Hawaii being among his favorite destinations.

A proud alumnus of Wagner College and Seton Hall University, Jack was a member of Delta Nu and played college baseball. He continued his passion for sports by participating in Mount Olive Men’s Softball for many years.

Jack was predeceased by his beloved wife, Eileen Marie (Jaques) Harrington, in 2015, as well as his sons, baby Robert Harrington (1966) and John Harvey “Jack” Harrington (2022). He is survived by his four daughters: Sharon Skidmore (and Richard Brideau) of Andover, Lori (and Scott) Fisher of Greensboro, N.C., Karen (and Levent) Bayrasli of Lopatcong, and Linda (and Clay) Coleman of Cazenovia, NY. He leaves behind 11 cherished grandchildren: Jamie Skidmore, Jon Brideau, Stacy Barnes, Bryan Harrington, Leah Sturchio, Jake Bayrasli, Jenna Cooper, Emily Bayrasli, Cooper Coleman, Sadie Coleman, and Brody Coleman, along with 8 great-grandchildren: Holden Bostedo, Shawn Barnes, Owen Barnes, Maxwell Cooper, Charlotte Bayrasli, Liliana Bayrasli, Isabella Sturchio, and Kennedy Sturchio.

Friends are invited to visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ, on Friday from 5 PM to 8 PM, and Saturday morning from 10 AM to 11 AM, with a Family Service at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Chester.

Dorothy C. Sarsat, a retired nurse, died on Friday, October 18, 2024 after a long illness.  She was 87.  A resident of Succasunna for the past 58 years, she was born in Wharton at the time of home births, and spent her early life in the Dover and Wharton area.

Devoted to the care of others, Dorothy had a 42 year nursing career at Dover General Hospital (which later became St. Clare’s Hospital/Dover Campus).  She was the supervisor of the Operating and Recovery Rooms. Noted for her sincere and kind manner, Dorothy cared for each and every of her thousands of patients with individualized attention, concern, and compassion.  She adored animals, and ministered to many cats, dogs, rabbits, and an occasional turtle, all of which filled her home with love.  A devoted flower gardener,  she had a special love and talent for growing roses and peonies.  She also enjoyed needle arts, creating beautiful crochet, knit and cross stitch pieces as a way to relax from a demanding profession.

Dorothy was graduated from Bayley Ellard High School (Madison), class of 1955, and St. Michael’s School of Nursing (Newark) in 1958, from which she received her R.N.  She was a former member of the National Association of Operating Room Nurses.  She and her husband were active members of the Dover Elks Lodge/Emblem Club from the 1970s through the 1990s.

Dorothy was predeceased by her beloved husband Jacques Sarsat in 1993, and her sister Mary Ann Kennedy in 2013.  She is survived by her sister, Joanne Kennedy of Naples, Fl., and many cousins throughout the area.

A Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, October 29th, 10:00 AM at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton R C Church, Flanders, followed by interment at the First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna Cemetery.  The date is of special meaning to Dorothy, as it marks the anniversary of her wedding in 1960. There are no calling hours at the Funeral Home.

Arrangements are by the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, N.J., 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com).

Hackettstown, Mr. Thomas Alan Davo, 66, died on October 9, 2024 at home. He was born in Chicago and grew up in Roxbury Township. He went to St. Therese School, then to the Roxbury High School for 3 years, and graduated from West Morris High School. He was a retired electronics worker for the M E C A Electronics Company in Denville.

He was a Jack of all Trades, always offering to help anyone who needed their car, lawnmower, dryer or a myriad of other household appliances fixed, and he especially excelled at repairing electrical issues.  If you needed a ceiling fan mounted, Tom would be there with his brown toolbag which usually had the necessary tools for the job.  If by chance the job was move involved, he’d take as many trips to the hardware store as were needed to complete the project.  He was a lifetime amateur aquaculturist with multiple tank setups.  Tom tinkered with short wave radios and loved creating his own electrical systems in his home.  He also enjoyed pet ownership, having a special affinity for black cats named Kitty.

He is survived by his brothers and sisters; William Davo of Port Murray; Joan Glennon of Alexandria Township; James Davo of Hackettstown; Carol Battista of Newton; Michael Davo of Morristown; Ronald Davo; and Mary Wrede of Randolph; as well as 13 nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Ronald and Margaret Davo, and by his sister Linda Davo.

Friends may visit at the Davis & Hepplewhite Funeral Home, 96 Main Street, Succasunna, NJ, 973-584-7264 (davishepplewhitefh.com) on Tuesday (October 15th), from 11 – 12 noon. The Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday, 12 noon at the Funeral Home, followed by the interment at the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Chester.