Obituaries
Obituaries for Peppler Funeral Home
Joanne Ryan
Aug 15, 2025
Joanne Ryan, 75, of Allentown, passed away on August 15, 2025 at Bartley Healthcare in Jackson. Born in Orange, NJ, Joanne and was married to her husband Patrick "PJ" and their marriage is a story of love, growth, support and generosity. Â Early in their marriage, they moved to Beachwood, where they raised their family. When her children started school,...
Henry G. Tutek
Aug 13, 2025
Henry G. Tutek , 94, passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 13, 2025 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Florence Township, NJ. Born in Trenton, he had been a resident of Bordentown for the last forty years.
He was a First Lieutenant and commander of the last horse mounted platoon in the U.S. Army 287th Military...
Michael J Garner
Aug 11, 2025
Michael J. Garner , 70, passed away tragically on Monday August 11, 2025 at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Atlantic City NJ. Born on Fort Dix he was a resident of Florence Township, NJ. He had retired from Severn Trent of Colmar, PA as a Marketing Manager. Michael was a "do it your selfer" when it came...
Verda Carol Tryon
Aug 10, 2025
Verda Carol Tryon of Columbus, NJ died peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 10th. She has been reunited in eternal togetherness with her family that preceded her in death, including Elwood Tryon, her devoted husband of 62 years, their love story was an inspiration and filled with many years of happiness and wonderful memories, her two sons Wayne...
Joyce A. Hatala
Aug 7, 2025
Joyce A. Hatala, 94, of Cream Ridge, New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025 with her family by her side. Born in Trenton, she attended Trenton State College and was a long-time member of St. Bartholomew Lutheran Church in Trenton. She worked for many years at a variety of porcelain companies in Trenton and retired from Edward...
Veronica Dawn Garofalo
Aug 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Veronica Dawn Garofalo, age 90, who departed this life on Friday, August 1, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born in Trenton, New Jersey, Veronica made her home in the Allentown and Chesterfield communities, enriching the lives of all who knew her.
Beyond...
Joseph L. Nicola
Jul 24, 2025
Joseph L. Nicola, 78, of Tampa, Florida, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2025. Born in Norristown, PA, he was US Navy veteran, serving in Vietnam. Joseph owned and operated Nicola's Donut Shop. In his free time, he enjoyed cruises with his late wife Kathleen, great Italian food and listening to Frank Sinatra.
Son of the late Mary...
Richard N. Rein
Jul 22, 2025
Richard N. Rein , 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at home with his family by his side. Born and raised in Trenton, he was a graduate of Trenton High School and eventually moved to Florence, NJ. Richard was a Navy Veteran and retired as a supervisor for New Jersey Bell. He later owned...
Emile H. Dubois
Jul 19, 2025
Emile H. DuBois , 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday July 19, 2025 at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia. Born in Barre, VT, He was one of 8 children. Â He joined the Air Force and was stationed at McGuire/Fort Dix during the Vietnam War. He was very proud to serve our country, and continued to be a devoted...
Marilyn Sullivan
Jul 18, 2025
Marilyn Sullivan, 79, of Ruther Glen, VA, departed this life on July 18, 2025.
A viewing will be held at New Life Pentecostal Church, 5312 Jericho Road, Ruther Glen, VA, 22546, on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 10:00 AM followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM. The interment will be held privately at the convenience of...
Joan E. Hoffmann
Jul 17, 2025
Joan E. Hoffmann, 81, of Kendall Park passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Born and raised in Astoria, Queens, she moved to Bergen County, NJ where she met the love of her life, Jeff Hoffmann. In 1968, they moved to Kendall Park where they raised their family. Over the years, Joan worked for several...
Ethel V. Leming
Jul 16, 2025
Ethel V. Leming , 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday July 16, 2025 at Brookdale Senior Living in Westampton, NJ. Born in Newark, she lived in North Jersey prior to moving to Bordentown in 2004. She enjoyed reading, cross stitching, watching crime shows, soap operas, and Elvis Presley, her favorite musical artist of all time, however she...
Nancy Mae Noot Goldberger
Jul 13, 2025
Nancy Mae Noot Goldberger, 94, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025, at Capital Health Medical Center in Pennington, New Jersey. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and public servant, Nancy touched many lives through her warmth, intelligence, and spirit. Born on January 7, 1931, Nancy was the daughter of Mae and Al Noot and sister of Donald Noot. She...
Francis E. Fels
Jul 12, 2025
Francis E. Fels (Frank), 91, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025 at his home in Lebanon, PA with his loving family by his side.
Born in Gallitzin, PA he graduated from Gallitzin High School. He attended The National Radio Institute and Southern Signal School. Frank served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War Era. He...
Suzanne Previti
Jul 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Suzanne Previti, aged 79, of Columbus, NJ, who departed this life on July 10, 2025. Born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Suzanne made Columbus her home for the last thirteen years, becoming a beloved member of the community.
Suzanne dedicated many years of her career as an insurance...
Maurice W. Stevenson
Jul 9, 2025
Maurice (Maurie) Willard Stevenson , a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away on July 9, 2025.
A faithful steward of the land, a devoted family man, and a lifelong learner, Maurie lived a life rooted in service, simplicity, and joy. Â He was born on September 27, 1931, and raised in Columbus, NJ, on...
Michael S. Gruca
Jul 8, 2025
Michael S. Gruca, Sr. of Allentown, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at his home. Born in Point Pleasant, he grew up in Upper Freehold and graduated from Allentown High School. Mike was a talented mechanic who built ambulances, worked in autobody repair for many years, and including a golf course greensman. Mike moved to Oklahoma where he worked...
Brittany N. Bowen Erni
Jul 7, 2025
Brittany N. Bowen Erni, 35, of Allentown, NJ, passed away on July 7, 2025. The mightiest of angels, Brittany proved big hearts come in the smallest packages. A lover and fighter, she was a devoted wife, hardworking mother, and radiant soul whose love knew no bounds.
Born Brittany Bowen on November 9, 1989, in Bayonne, New Jersey,...
Walter J. Slepnick
Jul 6, 2025
Walter J. Slepnick , 58, passed away suddenly on Sunday July 6, 2025 at his home in Bordentown Township. Born and raised in Trenton, he was a graduate of McCorriston Catholic High School Class of 1984. He later moved to Bordentown Township in 1995. He worked as a baker and cake decorator for many locations including Mendoker's...
Kenneth Kinter Sr.
Jul 5, 2025
Kenneth "Ted" Kinter was born in Trenton, NJ and died at his home in Lawrenceville, NJ after a short and brave fight with cancer. He was born to Thomas and Lillian Kinter in Trenton and was the youngest sibling of Thomas, Lenore, Betty, and Timothy. He was raised in North Crosswicks, NJ, graduating from Hamilton High West...
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