January 2016 Obituaries

BUNDY — Selina Jo Bundy of Swedesboro, NJ, age 61, went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 24, 2015. She is the beloved daughter of Eleanor Gardner Bundy and the late Newbold H. Bundy, sister of Marlene, aunt of Monica (Mark Sr.) and Stacey, great-aunt and godmother of Mark, Marlena and Morgan, great great-aunt of Quentin, Bria, and Kyrie, and godmother of Robert II and Arlen.

McNAMARA — Shane F. McNamara, 27, of the Mount Royal section of East Greenwich Township, passed suddenly, on November 27, 2015.

Devoted father of Shane A. McNamara. Cherished fiancé of Maria Fontana. Loving Son of Raymond and Sheree McNamara (nee Coyne). Beloved brother of Devin McNamara. Devoted grandson of Raymond F. McNamara, Sr. and the late Elaine McNamara. Predeceased by his grandparents John and Laila Coyne. Dear nephew of Cathy Ann (Brian) Cesario and Colleen Coyne.

Family requests memorial donations to Shane A. McNamara Fund c/o Bank of America: 1077 Mantua Pike, West Deptford, NJ 08096. This is a fund for Shane’s infant son’s care. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Shane F. McNamara.

NICHOLLS — Mary Ellen Nicholls (nee Colligan) of Swedesboro passed away peacefully on November 27, 2015.

BOARTS — Charles “Charlie” A. Boarts of Mullica Hill passed away on November 28, 2015 at the age of 72. He was the beloved husband of Joan (White) Boarts, and father to Michelle (Boarts) Ferry (William Ferry) and Allen, who predeceased him. He was the son of Samuel and Bertha Boarts and is survived by sisters Dorothy “Dee” Adams (Sam) and Nancy Lynd (John), as well as by his adored brother Robert “Bob” (Jeanne). His sisters Patricia “Patty” (Robert), and Marjorie “Margie” (Odis “Odie”), as well as his brother Samuel “Sam” (Shona) preceded him in death. He is also survived by numerous nieces, and nephews, to say nothing of the many friends he has left behind.

A graduate of Clayton High School, Charlie then entered into the military, serving abroad in Korea. Upon his return he attended Goldey-Beacom College to obtain a degree in accounting, which was his life’s profession. Charlie was well-known for his handy-man skills and willingness to help any and all with their projects. He had a Christmas tree farm for many years and enjoyed bartering with his repeat customers year after year. He also enjoyed traveling, especially on river boat cruises throughout Europe with Joan, Michelle, and William.

Donations in his name may be made to the Mullica Hill Monthly Meeting Cemetery Fund at P.O. Box 67, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Please see www.fertigfuneralhome.com for more information and an online guest book.

KESTING — Everett W. Kesting, age 97 years of Mickleton, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2015 in Pitman Manor, Pitman. Mr. Kesting was born in Paulsboro and was a graduate of Swedesboro High School, where he was class President. He retired after 40 years of service as Senior Lab Technician with DuPont Eastern Labs. Mr. Kesting was very active in the First Baptist Church of Woodbury and then became active in the First Weslyan Church of Bridgeton where he and his late wife Elizabeth participated in a variety of church activities, trips and fellowship. He enjoyed spending winters in Charlotte Harbor, Florida and playing golf. He is survived by his daughter, Trudy Kesting and her partner, B.J. Morgan of Port Charlotte, FL; a niece, Helen Yates; a nephew, Brian Yates; his stepsons, Kenneth and Angela Hague of Mickleton, Joe and Elizabeth Hague of Vineland; 14 step grandchildren; 30 step great grandchildren and 33 step great great grandchildren. Mr. Kesting was predeceased by his first wife, Mildred Yates Kesting; his son, Jeffrey Kesting and his second wife, Elizabeth Hague Kesting. He was well loved by all who knew him. The Funeral Service was held at the McBride-Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. Contributions can be made in his memory to the Missionary Fund of First Weslyan Church of Bridgeton, 200 W. Laurel Heights Drive, Bridgeton, NJ 08302. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.

MASTERSON — Donald W. Masterson Sr. age 61 of Woolwich Township, formerly of Philadelphia, died December 3, 2015. Son of the late Richard and Elizabeth. Loving husband of Regina (nee Park). Loving father of Marissa Goodwin and husband Michael, Donald Jr. and his wife Colleen and Conor and wife Jessica. Pop-pop of Liam. Brother of Richard and Elizabeth. Nephew to Margaret, Ethel & Nancy, Clara. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorials can be made in his name to the Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675 or The FOP Lodge #5 Survivors Fund. 11630 Caroline Rd. Phila, PA 19154.

NICHOLS — Zachary Domenic Nichols, 20, of Mullica Hill, died December 3, 2015. Zack is survived by his mother Lina Scarpaci, sister Christina and brother Wayne. He also leaves his maternal grandparents Domenic and Tindara. For more information and to extend thoughts and prayers, visit www.Fertigfuneralhome.com.

TICHIAN — Richard H. “Dick” Tichian, on Dec. 7, 2015, of Mickleton, formerly Pennsauken, NJ. Beloved husband of Barbara Tichian (nee Wilhelm). Devoted father of Richard Tichian (Cassandra), Tamara Magenta (Stephen), Barbara Flanagan (late Earl), Adrienne Friend (Joseph), Pamela Federer (Gregory), & Kimberly Tichian. Loving grandfather of 12 and Great grandfather of 5.

Dick was a proud United States Marine. He worked 41 years as a freight conductor for Conrail. He was an active member of Martin Luther Chapel, North-South Skirmish Assoc., charter member of Forney’s Battalion, and also South Jersey Metal Detecting Club. Contributions in Dick’s memory may be made to the Martin Luther Chapel Altar Guild, 4100 Terrace Ave., Pennsauken, NJ.

LORE — David Ryan Lore, Jr., age 52 died on December 9, 2015. Raised in Westville, David graduated from Gateway High School in 1981. He has lived in Mullica Hill since 1999. David was a Union Plasterer for Local 8, Philadelphia. He enjoyed coaching his son’s Little League baseball teams. David was an extremely loyal Philadelphia sports fan and bled green for the Eagles. He was an avid fisherman and loved spending time with his children and nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his wife Kelly (nee Thomas), sons David Ryan III, Shane Philip, mother Carol (nee Lloyd) and stepfather Philip Fiore, sisters Sharon Trabold, Elizabeth (Charles) Schriver and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father David Ryan Lore Sr. and mother in law Geraldine Tumolo.

Those desiring may make a contribution to The Trust for the Education of Ryan Shane Lore, 201 West Forrestview Rd, Brookhaven, PA 19015. Memories may be shared at www.buddfuneralhome.com.

DONOFRIO — John Richard Donofrio age 59, of Mullica Hill suddenly passed away on Thursday, Dec. 17, 2015 at home. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com.

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