Erin Petz

(nee Fole) on  March 21, 2025; formerly of Jackson, NJ; beloved wife of Michael David of Haddonfield; loving step-mother of Connor David; dear daughter of Dirk H. & the late Kathleen Fole of Little Egg Harbor, NJ; sister of Dirk J. (Melissa) Fole and aunt of Natalie, Everett & Sebastian Fole.

Erin graduated from Jackson Memorial HS – Class of 2000 and from Rowan University in 2005.  She was a longtime member of the Pineland Striders and a member of Team Shenanigans Run Club. Additionally, Erin was the company President of an electrical services co.

Erin’s family will receive friends on Friday, March 28th, 10-10:45 AM at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where the Family invites all to participate in her Reminiscence Service at 11 AM.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Erin may be made to Unite for HER www.uniteforher.org or the Animal Welfare Assoc. www.awanj.org

Gene Fisher Kosich

Gene F. Kosich passed away in her sleep Friday evening, March 14^th at the United Methodist Community in Collingswood NJ surrounded by her children.  She was the dear wife of the late Richard J. Kosich of Cherry Hill, NJ and beloved mother of son Richard F. Kosich of Conshohocken, PA and daughter Mary E. Kosich of Collingswood, NJ.

She was born in October of 1931, the daughter of the late Howard and Ruth Fisher of Haddonfield, NJ.  She was a graduate of Haddonfield Memorial High School, Kings College, and also attended the University of the Arts in Philadelphia as an undergraduate.  Upon graduation, she worked as the Art Supervisor of the Maple Shade Elementary and Middle School in Maple Shade, NJ.  She was a gifted artist, loved watercolors, and had several shows of her paintings in South Jersey where she won numerous accolades and prizes for her work, some of which she donated to charitable causes.  A devout Christian, she was an active supporter of her local Methodist Church in Haddonfield, NJ., where she regularly attended mass for many years.  Gene was also a veracious reader, loved cooking and entertaining, and enjoyed skiing, playing tennis and socializing.  Her greatest joy was her family, who she loved spending time with whenever possible.  Her love of cats is also legendary.

We know Gene is in a better place now and at home and in peace with the Christ our savior, and everyone else she’s ever loved upon this Earth.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation on Saturday, March 22, 10:00AM to 11:00 AM at the Haddonfield United Methodist Church, 29 Warwick Rd, Haddonfield, NJ 08033. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 AM. Interment private.

In honor of Gene’s life, and in lieu of flowers or other acts of sympathy, donations in her memory may be made to the Haddonfield United Methodist Church, the Billy Graham ministries, or a local non-kill animal shelter.

Colleen W. Egan

Passed away on March 9, 2025. Colleen was the cherished daughter of Joan (nee Brocious) and the late Bertram Egan; adoring sister of Jean (Bob) Zamrin and Martin (the late Anne) Egan; loving aunt of Katie Passarella and Christopher Hood; great aunt of Macie and Jake Hood; devoted fiancé of Charles Reynolds.

While we mourn the passing of Colleen, she left behind so many loving memories. Colleen worked as a devoted teacher at Beechwood Pre-School for 38 years. She loved working with children and watching them grow. Colleen’s most cherished love in the world was her mother, Joan Egan. Her love and care for her was endless. Colleen found her soul mate Charles, creating countless memories together. She dedicated herself to making people smile. She was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and particularly loved the Eagles. She loved her trips to Atlantic City, where she would enjoy playing her slot machines and her weekly bingo nights. She loved her great niece and nephew Macie and Jake and was always willing and eager to watch them. Colleen was loved by everyone and will be missed dearly.

Colleen’s family will receive friends and relatives on Monday, March 17^th, 10-10:45 AM at Christ the King RC Church, 200 Windsor Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where her Funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11 AM.  Interment is private.   In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Colleen may be made via Go Fund Me ( https://gofund.me/fdba5e04 ) for a memorial bench to be placed at Beechwood Pre-School.

Carol Diane Shaffer

On March 4, 2025, age 88 of Cherry Hill, NJ, formerly of Berea, KY; wife of the late Robert W. “Bob” Shaffer; loving mother of Stephen Patrick Shaffer (Starr) of Weddington, NC; Beth Marcellite Schlitt (Mark) of Haddonfield, NJ; Collin Winfield Shaffer of Richmond, VA; Robert Benjamin Shaffer of Berea, KY and the late Daniel Efrem Shaffer (Dinah) of Richmond, VA.  She was also Mimi to 15 grandchildren: Clare Shaffer (Brendan) of Greenville, SC; Rex Shaffer (Mady) of Philadelphia, PA; Samuel Shaffer of Weddington, NC; Raymond Schlitt (Bia) of Haddonfield, NJ; Helene and Robert Schlitt of Haddonfield, NJ; William, Catharine, Elizabeth, Joseph, and Elaine Shaffer of Richmond, VA; Camryn Shaffer (Amber) of Berea, KY; Aaron, Kierstin and Kaitlin Shaffer of Berea, KY and Great Grandmother to Atreyu Thornton, of Little Rock, AR.  Carol was also the dear sister of David Philips (Eleanor) and the late Raymond Phillips.

Carol Diane Shaffer was born on April 10, 1936, in Williamsport, Pennsylvania amid an historic flood.  She grew up in a loving home with her parents Raymond and Marcellite, and her two brothers, Raymond and David.

As a young girl her art teacher noticed her natural gift for drawing. This inspired her lifelong passion for art. As a child she also studied dance and as a teen she was a cheerleader.  In her senior year of high school she was crowned queen of the Flaming Foliage Festival in Renovo, Pennsylvania. The annual festival celebrates the vivid fall colors of the trees on the area’s mountains.  She was chosen for her character, poise, and her ability to communicate with others.

Carol received a scholarship to Penn State University and later attended the Barbizon School of Modeling in New York City. In the evenings she worked as an usher at Carnegie Hall. This experience introduced her to world-class music and dance. After training at Barbizon, she began a modeling career, working in fashion shows at major retailers in New York City.

During this time, Carol dated Bob Shaffer, whom she knew from her hometown of Williamsport. Bob was just embarking on his calling as a Presbyterian Minister. On April 18, 1959 they were married and began a lifelong partnership that impacted every community they touched.

They started their family in Ogdensburg, New Jersey, then later moved to Glassboro, New Jersey. Bob’s passion for service led them to their eventual move in 1967 to Berea, Kentucky and a lifetime love for that community. Four years later, Bob was transferred to Philadelphia, and they moved their family of five children to Haddonfield, New Jersey. There, Carol was active in the Presbyterian Church, serving as an elder and leading a ministry that cared for the women in the Camden City Jail. She was also a partner in The Wooden Peg, an antique store in Haddonfield.

In 1991, when their nest was empty, they moved to a large farm in Estill County, Kentucky not far from Berea. Carol and Bob restored and expanded the dilapidated two-room log cabin, making a comfortable and inviting home and a relaxing place for the many guests they entertained over the years. They learned to operate a farm and bred beef cattle. While living on the farm Carol cultivated beautiful flower gardens, learned to weave, created unique textile and fiber art, and honed her skills as a watercolor artist.

After seventeen years on the farm, they sold the land and moved back to Berea.  Carol continued to study and evolve as a fine artist and was invited to be a part of many regional art guilds. Her watercolor paintings were often of scenes from nature, her favorite subject.

In 2020, Carol and Bob relocated to Southern New Jersey where she continued living after Bob’s death in January of 2022.

Carol loved her family, her friends, being outdoors, song birds, wild flowers, giant trees, animals, reading, Scandinavian design, her many antique collections, restoring and refinishing furniture, sewing, and painting.

She was known for her generosity, her sense of humor, her passion for learning, her knowledge of antiques, her ability to make a friend from a stranger on a park bench, her knack for choosing the perfect gift for someone, her brilliant watercolor paintings, her strength of spirit, and her white cakes with peanut butter icing waiting on the kitchen counter for guests to arrive.

Carol taught us through example to never give up on anyone and to love unconditionally. She will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched.

The family will gather privately at this time.

Joseph A. Ade

On March 5, 2025; Devoted husband of Helen (nee Buckley); adoring father of Colleen (Kevin) Camperson, Laura (Kevin) Malcarney and Joseph (DeeDee) Ade; cherished grandfather of Shannon, Daniel, Kelly, Winnie, Declan, Clare, Courtney and Joseph; dear brother of Dolores Gimello and Charles “Sonny” Adenauer (predeceased).  Joseph will be sorely missed by many nieces and nephews and his adoring Siamese cat Sarge.

Joe, according to Helen, his wife of 67 years, was likely raised by wolves. He was a real estate agent in the Haddonfield area for over 50 years, achieving emeritus status. He told his children selling real estate was like taking candy from a baby, which he also most likely did. He was always on the move, always ready for an argument and willing to knock out an opponent, even if Joe was 70 and the other guy was bigger and 30+ years younger (the guy he laid out for cutting in line at Mario’s Pizza in OC, NJ will attest to this).  Joseph was a past commander at American Legion Post 38 in Haddonfield, a member and past commandant of the Marine Corp League 1775 detachment (Oaklyn) as well as a member of the Haddonfield 65 Club. He was a little man who took up a lot of space. He was well-loved and he loved his fellow soldiers to the core. His fundraising and recognition for vets was his passion.

Joseph’s family will receive friends & relatives on Tuesday, March 11th, 9:30-10:30 AM at Christ the King RC Church, 200 Windsor Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where American Legion Post 38 will have a Commemorative Service at 10:30 AM, followed by Joe’s Eulogy at 10:45 and his Funeral Mass at 11 AM.  Interment will take place at the Haddonfield Baptist Cemetery, 402 Kings Highway E., Haddonfield, NJ 08033.  In lieu of flowers, charitable donations may be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation ( https://t2t.org/ ).

William A. Smart

William A. Smart, Jr. died peacefully and in the company of loved ones on February 23rd at age 99 at his residence in Haddon Township, NJ. Bill grew up in Westchester County, NY. He graduated from Phillips Exeter Academy (1944), Princeton University and later Pace College. He was in the Navy during World War II. For most of his professional career he was a management consultant, working mainly in the United States but also for multi-national corporations in Europe and Asia.

He married Margaret (Peggy) Lane in 1947. The Smarts made South Jersey home, moving to Haddonfield in 1964 and Haddon Township in 2002. Bill Smart volunteered with the Haddonfield Lions Club for many years and was a docent on the battleship USS New Jersey.

In addition to his dear wife of 77 years, he is survived by his children Suzanne Smart, Santa Fe, NM; Carol Pietravalle, Nashua, NH; Mary Lou Smart (Tom Bernaciak), Winston-Salem, NC; Jim Smart, Carson City, NV; Kathy Smart, Haddon Township, NJ; daughter-in-law Melissa Smart, Hayward, CA; 10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his son William A. Smart III and sons-in-law Richard Pietravalle and Don Smith.

He was a talented carpenter, a jack of all trades, which came in handy as we always lived in large, old houses. He enjoyed cooking, photography, his ham radio, arranging family reunions, playing poker with friends and traveling. He was a voracious reader and loved to discuss history. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Jack E. Heitz

On February 25, 2025, of Marlton, formerly of Audubon and Haddonfield, Age 93, Beloved father of Debra (Richard) Wolf and Karen (Andrew) Mittura. Loving Grandfather of Megan, Molly, Michael, Matthew, and Maureen. Adored Great grandfather of Athena, Sophia, Andy and the late Lennon.

Jack proudly served in the US Air Force during the Korean War.  He was a graduate of Haddonfield Memorial HS & Temple Univ.  Jack was a computer programmer for Penn Mutual Insurance for 40 years.

Jack’s family will receive friends on Friday, February 28^th from 10-10:45am at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ, 08033; where Services will follow at 11am. Interment, Haddonfield Baptist Cem.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Jack may be made to Handi Vangelism Ministries International P.O. Box 122, Akron, PA, 17501-0122.

Marion P. Sangtinette

(nee Renshaw)  On February 23, 2025; wife of the late Curtis C. Sangtinette, Loving Mom of Carol A. Sangtinette of Cherry Hill, NJ  and Donald C. (Stacey) Sangtinette of Medford; Beloved grandmother of Heather (Benjamin) Williams & Michael (Kenna) Sangtinette and treasured great grandmother of Caroline Williams & Koa Sangtinette.

Marion was a registered nurse, who began her career as a private duty nurse.  She married Curtis & raised her children, before returning to nursing at Cooper Univ. Hospital in Camden.  Marion enjoyed being outside, especially in a garden surrounded by flowers. But most of all Marion’s greatest love was spending time with her children, grandchildren & great grandchildren.

Marions’ family will receive friends & relatives on Saturday, March 1^st, 10 AM at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where her Service will follow at 10:30 AM.  Interment, Locustwood Memorial Park, Cherry Hill, NJ.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Marion may be made to Samaritan Hospice, Samaritan Gift Processing Center, P. O. Box 71425, Philadelphia, PA 191761425, www.SamaritanNJ.org

Doris M. Spetsas

Doris Spetsas (nee Schippers) passed away on February 20, 2025. She was the devoted wife of the late Ralph Spetsas and a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Doris is survived by her children: Ellen (Chris) Stone of Haddonfield, NJ; Robert (Jessie) Spetsas of Palm Coast, FL; and James Spetsas of South Fork, CO. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Dana and Jillian Stone, Nicholas, Lucas, and Michael Spetsas, and Kristen (Kyle) Warren, as well as a cherished great-grandmother to Callie and Wyatt Warren.

Doris had a long and fulfilling career as a paralegal, first with Montgomery McCracken in Philadelphia and later with Robert T. Healey in Haddonfield. Upon retirement, she dedicated her time to volunteering with Virtua Hospital, To Live Again (TLA), and Senior Citizens United Community Services, reflecting her unwavering commitment to community service.

She had a passion for travel and treasured summers spent at her home in Ocean City, NJ, where she created lasting memories with family and friends. Doris also loved gardening, finding joy in nurturing flowers and plants. She loved to cook and bake and was known for sharing her delicious homemade treats with family and friends. She also shared a special bond with her loyal feline companion, Anderson Cooper.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the family on March 3, 2025 at 10:00 am at Holy Eucharist R.C. Church, 344 Kresson Rd, Cherry Hill Township, NJ, where her funeral Mass will immediately follow at 11:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Doris’ name may be made to the Virtua Hospital Auxiliary, honoring her lifelong spirit of service. (www.givetovirtua.org/)

Suzanne T. Meyer

Age: 81 of Cherry Hill, NJ. Formerly of Seven Lakes, West End, NC

Suzanne passed peacefully on January 29, 2025. She was the cherished sister of Barbara T. (Robert) Hilgen and Charles H. (Laraine) Thompson, cherished friend of Ann Page, and the loving aunt to Rebecca Bryan, Sharon Willis, Robert H. Hilgen, Sally Hilgen, Elizabeth Wyckoff, Gregory Thompson, Matthew Thompson, Charles R. Thompson II, and 14 great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles R. and Dorothy (nee Besecker) Thompson, her brother, Robert E. Thompson, and sisters-in-law Nancy (nee Mills) Thompson and Barbara (nee Cohen) Thompson.

Suzanne was born and raised in a military family and grew up with many cross-country adventures. She graduated from high school in Beaufort, SC and started her secretarial career in Kalamazoo Michigan. She finished her career as the private secretary for the director of human resources at the FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, NC where she worked for 25 years.

Suzanne was a gourmet cook, avid reader, and loved family and friend visits on Echo lake. She adored her Westies, Sophie, Cricket, and Pork Chop and was the amazing “Aunt Suzy,” showering her nieces and nephews with Christmas presents, kid party food, and North Carolina pottery.

Services for Suzanne will be held privately by the family on a later date. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Suzanne’s name may be made to Westie Rescue USA.