First Name: Last Name:

R. Everett Abrams
Date of Notice: December 11, 2002
R. Everett Abrams, 88, of Indian Mills, passed away Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at home. Born in Tabernacle Twp., he resided in Shamong most of his life. Everett was a life member of the Indian Mills Fire Co. He was a member of the Pine Belt Sportsman’s Club & American Cranberry Growers Association. He was past director of Burlington County National Bank, & past tax collector, treasurer & custodian of school monies for Indian Mills. Everett owned & operated R. Everett Abrams Farms in Indian Mills, & was the NJ State Champion Tomato Grower in 1953 & 1956. Husband of the late Elva (Watts) Abrams; father of the late Barbara Whalen & Jane Godfrey; he is survived by 1 son & daughter-in-law, Everett L. & Diana Abrams, Sr.; 3 brothers & sisters-in-law, Ralph & Rita Abrams of Shamong, John & Grace Abrams of Tabernacle, & Eugene & Pearl Abrams of VA; 8 grandchildren, Everett L. Abrams, Jr., Jeffrey Whalen, Steven R. Abrams, Alison Insinga, Susan Fox, Brenda Yost, David Godfrey& Lisa Godfrey; 7 great grandchildren & several nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Friday, December 13, 2002 from 9-10:30 AM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will follow at 10:30 AM. Interment will be in Junior Mechanics Cemetery, Tabernacle. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mr. Abrams memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, Central NJ Chapter, 12 Roszel Rd., Suite C203, Princeton, NJ 08540, or by phone to 1-800-883-1180.

Florence C. Abernethy
Date of Notice: December 23, 2002
Florence C. Abernethy, 91, of Marlton, NJ, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2002 at the Wiley Mission Health Care Center in Marlton. Born in NYC, she previously resided in Woodside, NY and Lodi, NJ. She was a current resident of the Wiley Mission in Marlton. Wife of 50 years to the late John C. Abernethy, she is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Sally Abernethy of Mission Viejo, CA; two daughters and a son-in-law, Jean Long of Medford Lakes, NJ and Susan and Scott Dewar of Marina, CA; eleven grandchildren; and eleven great grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford, NJ 08055, 609-654-2439.

Leon A. Austin
Date of Notice: July 16, 2003
Leon A. Austin, 83, of Medford passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2003 at the Medford care Center. Born in Detroit, MI he resided in Dover, NJ for 35 years before moving to Toms River 7 years ago. Leon was a US Navy Veteran serving his country during WWII. One of his several accommodations included a letter of recognition from President Harry S. Truman for heroic efforts. He retired as a Safety Engineer from Suburban Propane Gas in Whippany, NJ after 33 years. Mr. Austin was a member of the American Legion of Toms River. Son of the late Alfred and Lucy Austin, brother of the late Lawrence Austin beloved husband of 60 years to the late Wilma "Billie" L. Austin, he is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Patricia K. and James J. Pasko of Medford, 2 grandchildren Erik and Sarah, 3 brothers, Ira, Junior, and Jack Austin, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday, July 17, 2003 from 6-8PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ 08055. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 18, 2003 at 10AM from the funeral home. Interment will be held privately and at the convenience of the family. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Leon’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Philadelphia Chapter Robert Morris Building 100 N. 17th St, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103.

Wilma L. Austin
Date of Notice: December 29, 2002
Wilma L. Austin, 75, of Dover, NJ passed away Thursday December 26, 2002 at Medford Care Center. Born in Partlow, VA, Mrs. Austin resided in Dover, NJ most of her life before moving to Toms River 7 years ago. She was Vice President of United Jersey Bank in Dover, NJ. Sister of the late, Paul, Dayton, James, & Clarence; she is survived by her husband Leon A. Austin; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Patricia & James Pasko, of Medford; 2 sisters Nell and Blanche; & 2 grandchildren, Erik and Sarah. Relatives and friends may call Sunday, December 29, 2002 from 6 to 8 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main Street, Medford, NJ (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 30, 2002 at 10 am at the funeral home. Interment will be private for the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Wilma’s memory to the Arthritis Foundation, 9 Tanner Street, East Entry, Haddonfield, NJ 08033.

Kathleen F. Averell
Date of Notice: Tuesday, January 14, 2003
Kathleen F. Averell, 77, of the LeisureTowne section of Southampton, passed away Monday, January 13, 2003 at home. Born in Jersey City, she lived in Philadelphia most of her life before moving to LeisureTowne in 1992. Kathleen was a member of numerous religious organizations at St. Martin of Tours, Phila., PA. Daughter of the late, John & Kathleen (nee Galvin) Mulvihill; sister of the late, John, Michael & William Mulvihill; she is survived by her husband of 48 years, Robert J. Averell; 3 sisters-in-law; & numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces & grand nephews. Relatives & friends may call Thursday, January 16, 2003 from 8:30 to 10 AM at the Church of the Holy Eucharist, 520 Medford Lakes Rd., Tabernacle. A Funeral Mass will follow at 10 AM at the church. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Lower Merion Twp., PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Kathleen’s memory to the Fox Chase Cancer Center, for research for Peritoneal Mesothelioma, 7701 Burholme Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford, NJ 08055. www.mathisfuneralhome.com.

John V. Beck, Jr.
Date of Notice: April 23, 2003
John V. Beck Jr, 60, of Medford passed away Sunday at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Born in Philadelphia PA, Mr. Beck resided in Medford since 1972. He was in the Air Force Reserves during the Vietnam War. Mr. Beck was employed by Seiberlich Trane, New Castle Delaware. John was a collector of model trains and lighthouses. He also enjoyed doing home improvements and listening to music. He is survived by his parents John & Ruth Beck of Philadelphia; his wife Betty Ann Beck; a son & daughter in law Kevin and June Beck of Landing, NJ; a daughter Natalie Beck of Medford; a brother and sister in law Robert & Lynn Beck of Churchville, PA; a sister & brother in law Becky & Michael Spinelli of Langhorne, PA and his mother in law Elizabeth Woolbert. A memorial mass will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday April 25, 2003 from St. Mary of the Lakes Roman Catholic Church, 40 Jackson Rd. Medford, NJ 08055. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be private. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Mathis Funeral Home 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ (609) 654-2439 In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in John’s Memory to the Fox Chase Cancer Center 7701 Burholme Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111

Jonathan "Scott" Berman
Date of Notice: Thursday April 24, 2003
Jonathan "Scott" Berman, 36, of Medford passed away Monday April 21, 2003. Born in Philadelphia PA, he was a lifelong Medford area resident. Scott was a manager for the Cracker Barrel Restaurant, Mt. Holly. He was a member of Holy Eucharist Roman Catholic Church, Tabernacle. Scott also enjoyed working with computers and was an avid fan of Star Trek. He is survived by his daughter Kailey at home; his wife Susan Berman; his parents Robert and Patricia Berman of Medford NJ; one sister and brother in law Patricia and Kevin Crain of Browns Mills NJ; two brothers and one sister in law William and Anissa Berman; and James Berman all of Medford NJ; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends may call on Friday April 25, 2003 from 6-9 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main Street, Medford, NJ. Funeral services will be held on Saturday April 26, 2003 at 9AM at the Mathis Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM from Holy Eucharist Roman Catholic Church, 520 Medford-Lakes Rd. Tabernacle, NJ. Interment will follow Sunset Memorial Park, Feasterville PA. Memorial Contributions may be made in Scott’s memory to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 3 Forest St. New Cannon, CT 06840.

Joseph A. Bifolco
Date of Notice: Thursday, May 8, 2003
Joseph A. Bifolco, 86, of the LeisureTowne section of Southampton, passed away Thursday, May 1, 2003 at Virtua Memorial Hospital, Mt. Holly. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Mr. Bifolco resided in LeisureTowne for the past 17 years. He was a U.S. Army veteran who served during WWII. He was employed by American President Lines in NY as a Purchasing Agent. Joseph was a member of the Church of the Holy Eucharist in Tabernacle, where he served as an usher. He was a member of the LeisureTowne Veterans Club. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Faye (Fanelli) Bifolco; 2 sons & daughters-in-law, Robert J. & Maureen Bifolco of Hatfield, PA, & John & Donna Bifolco of Port Washington, NY; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Pat & Al Pedrinan of Colorado; 3 sisters, Carol Plietz of Bricktown, NJ, Marie Laverde of Centereach, NY, & Dorothy Schiano of Oakdale, NY; 8 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, & several nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Sunday, May 4, 2003 from 2-4 PM & 7-9 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, May 5, 2003 at 10 AM at the Church of the Holy Eucharist, 520 Medford Lakes Rd., Tabernacle. Entombment will follow in Locustwood Memorial Park Mausoleum. Contributions may be made in Mr. Bifolco’s memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Dante Boccardo
Date of Notice: January 29, 2003
Dante Boccardo, 87, of the LeisureTowne section of Southampton, passed away Sunday, January 26, at Virtua West Jersey Hospital, Voorhees. Born in Manhattan, NY, Dante was raised in Genova, Italy for 17 years before moving to Camden & Pennsauken. He retired to Sacramento, CA in 1979. Dante worked in the NY Shipyard & the Navy Shipyard working as an electrician on the U.S.S. Kitty Hawk & the U.S.S. New Jersey before being transferred to the U.S. Mint in 1965. He retired from the U.S. Mint in 1979. After retiring to Sacramento, CA, he was employed part time with the Sacramento School Board for 10 years in Security. He was a 3rd Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus Council 4991, North Highlands, CA. He is a member of the Church of the Holy Eucharist, Tabernacle. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary G. (nee DiCarlo); 2 sons & 1 daughter-in-law, Victor N. & Lorraine Boccardo of Cherry Hill, & Eugene Dante Boccardo of Washington State; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Sylvia M. & Albert J. Emers of Medford; 9 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren & numerous nieces, nephews & friends. Relatives & friends may call on Saturday, February 1, 2003 from 9-10 AM at the Church of the Holy Eucharist, 520 Medford Lakes Rd., Tabernacle. A Funeral Mass will follow at 10 AM at the church. Interment will be held in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Berlin. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dante’s memory to the Church of the Holy Eucharist, 520 Medford Lakes Rd., Tabernacle, NJ 08088. Arrangements are by the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439.

Dorothy A. Bonelli
Date of Notice: July 22, 2003
Dorothy A. Bonelli, 84, of the LeisureTowne section of Southampton passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2003 at Virtua W. Jersey Hospital, Marlton. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Dorothy resided in Southampton for the last 22 years. She was a member of the Curtain Callers, & the Dreamer’s at LeisureTowne. She was a member of St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church in Medford. Wife of the late Joseph A. Bonelli; she is survived by one daughter, Diane F. Welker of Washington Twp., NJ; one granddaughter and her husband, Lori A. & Greg Fessler of Mantua, NJ; one grandson and his wife, Paul R. & Amy Welker of Washington Twp., NJ; & five great grandchildren, Rachel, Heather, Eric, Lauren & Brittani. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, July 24, 2003 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church, 40 Jackson Road, Medford. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be held private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be made in Dorothy’s memory to T.O.U.C.H., 202 N. Plymouth Court, Southampton, NJ 08088. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main Street, Medford, NJ 08055 (609) 654-2439.

Evangeline C. Boykin
Date of Notice: Monday, May 19, 2003
Evangeline C. Boykin, 53, of Medford, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2003 at the University of Pennsylvania Hospital, Phila. Born in Pine Bluff, AR, Evangeline resided in Medford for the past 17 years. She was employed by FMC Corp., Phila. She was a member of St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church, Medford, & she volunteered with the St. Vincent De Paul Society. Evangeline enjoyed reading, traveling & gardening. She is survived by her mother Marie (Early) Jones of Pine Bluff, AR; her father L.R. Jones of Chicago; 2 brothers & sisters-in-law, Lorenzo & Jacqueline Jones of Pine Bluff, AR, & Calvin C. & Sandra Jones of Little Rock, AR; 1 sister Zaida Davidson of Chicago; 1 niece & 3 nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Tuesday, May 20, 2003 from 6-7 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Christian Wake services will be held at 7 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Evangeline’s memory to the St. Vincent De Paul Society, Jones Road, P.O. Box 1131, Medford, NJ 08055, or to the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

Marie A. Bradley
Date of Notice: May 6, 2003
Marie A. Bradley, 93, of Shamong passed away Sunday May 4, 2003 at home. Born in Philadelphia, PA she resided there for most of her life before moving to Shamong 8 years ago. She was a member of St. Mary of the Lakes Roman Catholic Church in Medford. Marie was a committeewoman for the Democratic Party of Philadelphia. Marie was an avid sports fan. She was very devoted to her family and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Daughter of the late Michael and Mary McHale; wife of the late Bernard A. Bradley; sister of the late James and Catherine, she is survived by her daughter and son in law Marie Teresa & Jerry Cloud of Shamong; four grandchildren Jerry, Heather, Bernie and Kristin; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers Thomas and Raymond; four sisters Anna, Theresa, Elizabeth and Margaret. Relatives and friends may call on Thursday May 8, 2003 from 7-9PM at the Mathis Funeral Home 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ 08055. Funeral services will be held on Friday May 9, 2003 at 9:30 AM at the Mathis Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 A.M. from St. Mary of the Lakes Roman Catholic Church, 40 Jackson Rd. Medford. Interment will follow in St. Dominic’s Cemetery, Philadelphia. Arrangements are under the direction of the Mathis Funeral Home 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ 08055 (609) 654-2439.

Josephine Brunetti
Date of Notice: Wednesday, May 28, 2003
Josephine Brunetti, 82, of Washington Twp., NJ, passed away Monday at Kennedy Memorial Hospital, Washington Twp. Born in Philadelphia, PA, where she resided most of her life before moving to Washington Twp. Josephine was a longtime waitress for the Broad Street Diner in Philadelphia. She is survived by 1 son & daughter-in-law, Jerry & Jeanette Brunetti of Marlton; 2 grandsons, Jeffrey & Gregory; & 5 great grandchildren, Kevin, Ryan, Luke, Matthew & Kaily. Relatives & friends may call on Friday, May 30, 2003 from 9-10 AM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM at St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church, 40 Jackson Rd., Medford. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Hainesport.

Patrick R. Buccio
Date of Notice: April 29, 2003
Patrick R. Buccio 72, of Medford passed away on Sunday April 27, 2003 at Virtua West Jersey Hospital, Marlton. Born in Malden, MA, he resided in Medford, NJ for the last 26 years. Patrick retired from Lockheed Martin Marietta as an Electrical Engineer. He was a member of St. Mary of the Lakes Roman Catholic Church in Medford. Son of the late Vito and Agatha Buccio, father of the late Mark Buccio; he is survived by 2 sons and a daughter in law, Richard & Darlene Buccio of New York, and Bruce Buccio of Colorado; 2 daughters and a son in law Patricia and Wayne Lucier and Denise Stapanon all of N.H; a Brother Frank Buccio of FL; 16 grandchildren; and a nephew. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday April 29, 2003 at 1:30 PM in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Medford. Memorial Contribution may be made in Patrick’s memory to the Susan J. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation P.O. Box 650309 Dallas, TX 75265 or to the American Kidney Fund 6110 Executive Blvd.- Suite 1010 Rockville, MD 20852 Arrangements are under the direction of the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ 08055 (609) 654-2439

Dorothy Bunning
Date of Notice: January 16, 2003
Dorothy Bunning, 85, of Medford, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2003 at Virtua Health & Rehabilitation Center, Mt. Holly. Born in Mt. Holly, Dorothy was a life long Medford area resident. She was employed with Medford Knit Wear Mill as an office manager for 41 years, before retiring in 1977. She was a member of the Medford Senior Citizens, and the Medford United Methodist Church. She is survived by 2 brothers, Maurice & LeRoy, both of Medford; 4 sisters-in-law, Betty Bunning of Medford, Shirley Bunning of Medford, Barbara Bunning of Shamong, & Catherine Bunning of Medford; & several nieces, nephews, grand nieces & grand nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Friday, January 17, 2003 from 9 to 10 AM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will be at 10 AM at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Odd Fellows Cemetery, Medford.

Margaret Chandler
Date of Notice: Tuesday, February 11, 2003
Margaret Chandler, 91, of Tabernacle, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2003 at home. Born in Delaware, Margaret was raised in Medford before moving to Tabernacle 33 years ago. She was employed with Johnson’s Men’s Store in Medford as a Tailor. Wife of the late Francis X. Chandler; mother of the late Harry W. Chandler; she is survived by 4 sons & daughters-in-law, Lewis L. & Christine Price, Michael J. & Elizabeth Chandler, Kenneth X. & Ginny Chandler, & James R. & Sandy Chandler; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Priscilla & Walter Faucett; 1 sister, Edna Hawkins; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren & numerous nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Thursday, February 13, 2003 from 7-9 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Margaret’s memory to the Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053.

Grace L. Cox
Date of Notice: December 15, 2002
Grace L. Cox, 79, of Cherry Hill, passed away Saturday at St. Mary’s Catholic Home, Cherry Hill. Born in Camden, she resided in Runnemede & Haddonfield most of her life before moving to St. Mary’s Catholic Home 2 years ago. Grace was employed with Traveler’s Ins. Co., Voorhees, for 20 years. She attended Rutgers University, Camden. She is survived by 3 brothers, Martin Cox of Cincinnati, OH, Dr. John Cox of Haddonfield, & James Cox of Medford; 1 sister, Evelyn Selvig of Medford; 17 nieces & nephews, & many grand nieces & nephews. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, December 16, 2002 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary of the Lakes R.C. Church, 40 Jackson Rd. Medford. Interment will be held private for the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Grace’s memory to St. Mary’s Catholic Home, 210 St. Mary’s Drive, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. Arrangements by the Mathis Funeral Home, Medford (609) 654-2439 .

Margaret Chandler
Date of Notice: Tuesday, February 11, 2003
Margaret Chandler, 91, of Tabernacle, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2003 at home. Born in Delaware, Margaret was raised in Medford before moving to Tabernacle 33 years ago. She was employed with Johnson’s Men’s Store in Medford as a Tailor. Wife of the late Francis X. Chandler; mother of the late Harry W. Chandler; she is survived by 4 sons & daughters-in-law, Lewis L. & Christine Price, Michael J. & Elizabeth Chandler, Kenneth X. & Ginny Chandler, & James R. & Sandy Chandler; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Priscilla & Walter Faucett; 1 sister, Edna Hawkins; 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren & numerous nieces & nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Thursday, February 13, 2003 from 7-9 PM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Margaret’s memory to the Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Drive, Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053.

Hugh R. Davenport
Date of Notice: January 6, 2003
Hugh "Sleepy" R. Davenport, 83, of Medford Lakes, NJ, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2003at Virtua west Jersey Hospital in Marlton. Born in Knoxville TN, he was a longtime resident of Philadelphia and Medford Lakes, who resided in Leisuretowne from 1985 until 2000. He was a US Navy Veteran of both WWII and Korea. After serving for 20 years, he went on to be a Military Policeman at the US Navy Shipyard in Philadelphia. He was also a member of St. Mary of the Lakes RC Church in Medford. Husband of the late Jean V. Davenport, and father of the late Robert D. Davenport, he is survived by, a daughter-in-law, Geni Davenport of Medford Lakes; a brother Joe Davenport; a sister Lidia; two grandsons and one granddaughter-in-law, Robert T. and Dr. Samantha Davenport of New York, and David J. Davenport of Medford Lakes; and three great-grandchildren. Graveside services will be 10:00AM Wednesday January 8, 2003 at the St.’s Peter and Paul Cemetery, 1600 Sproul Road, Springfield, PA. Arrangements are under the direction of Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford, NJ 08055, 609-654-2439.

Anna K. Davis
Date of Notice: January 1, 2003
Anna K. Davis, 83, of Pemberton, NJ, passed away Monday, December 30, 2002 at the Virtua-Mt. Holly Rehab Center in Mt. Holly. Born in Marlton, NJ she resided in Pemberton for almost 60 years. She was a retired secretary who worked for the Burlington County Prosecutors Office and the Burlington County Planning Board. Daughter of the later Robert and Margaret (nee Foster) Kirkbride and wife of the late Arthur B. Davis, she is survived by a sister Edna Kirkbride Reed of Jobstown; a brother and sister-in-law, Maris and Eleanor Kirkbride of Southampton; 16 nieces and nephews; and numerous great nieces and great nephews. Funeral services will be held 10:00AM Saturday January 4, 2003 at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford, NJ 08055, (609) 654-2439. Family and friends may call from 9 to 10 AM on Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at the Odd Fellows Cemetery in Pemberton, NJ. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Anna’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

Elizabeth "Betty" (nee Gerber) Dellette
Date of Notice: Sunday May 25, 2003, and Monday May 26, 2003
Elizabeth "Betty"(nee Gerber) Dellette, 95, of Medford passed away Friday May 23, 2003 at home. Born in Chatsworth, NJ, she resided in Mt. Holly most of her life. Betty retired from the Rancocas Knit Mill after many years of service. She was a former member of the Methodist Church in Tabernacle. Daughter of the late Julius and Ella Gerber; wife of the late David Lawson Dellette; she is survived by her two sisters, Kathryn Peters of Marlton, NJ, and Alice Garwood of Voorhees, NJ; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; numerous great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday, May 28, 2003 from 10-11AM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ 08055 (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will follow at 11AM at the funeral home. Interment will be held in St. Andrew’s Cemetery, Mt. Holly. Memorial Contributions may be made in Betty’s memory to Samaritan Hospice 5 Eves Drive, Marlton, NJ 08053 Arrangements are under the direction of the Mathis Funeral Home 58 N. Main St. Medford, NJ 08055.

Karen J. DiMattia
Date of Notice: Thursday, April 10, 2003
Karen J. DiMattia, 56, of the LeisureTowne section of Southampton, passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2003 at Virtua Memorial Hospital, Mt. Holly. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Karen resided in Erial, NJ most of her life before moving to LeisureTowne 5 years ago. Mother of the late Dean Garry DiMattia; she is survived by her parents, Charles & Joyce Meadows of LeisureTowne; her husband Garry L. DiMattia of LeisureTowne; 1 son Brett S. DiMattia of Erial, NJ; 1 brother Scott Meadows of Bensalem, PA; & 1 grandson, Nicholas Dean DiMattia of Blackwood, NJ. Relatives & friends may call on Saturday, April 12, 2003 from 9-10 AM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. A Memorial service will be held at 10 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Karen’s memory to T.O.U.C.H., 202 N. Plymouth Court, Southampton, NJ 08088.

Alverta M. Dorisio
Date of Notice: Tuesday, April 8, 2003
Alverta M. Dorisio, 90, of Cherry Hill, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2003 at Virtua West Jersey Hospital, Voorhees. Born in Camden, NJ, Alverta lived in Pine Grove for 66 years. Wife of the late, Ernest Dorisio; she is survived by 3 sons & 1 daughter-in-law, Ernest J. of Beach Haven, Robert G. & Sharon of Marlton, & Michael formerly of NJ; 1 daughter & son-in-law, Edith & Jack Parsons of Enid, OK; 2 sisters, Elaine Shlam, & Dorothy Trimbach; 7 grandchildren; 1 niece & 2 nephews. Relatives & friends may call on Thursday, April 10, 2003 from 9-10 AM at the Mathis Funeral Home, 58 N. Main St., Medford (609) 654-2439. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Hainesport.

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