Wildwood High School Alumni Obituaries

John "Jack" C. Ackley, age 88, passed away on January 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Deptford, where he had lived for more than 65 years.Born and raised in Westville, Jack graduated from Woodbury High School, where he proudly served as Class President for the Senior Class o...

Carol A. Shillingford (nee Wescott), age 78, of Blackwood, NJ passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by her children:  daughter, Lynn Shillingford (Patricia Fronczek), son, Thomas Shillingford, and her fur babies Kelly and Levi.Carol was born and raised in Woodbury, NJ and a long-term ...

On February 4 2026 of Washington Twp. Age 82. Beloved husband of the late Helen nee Sekel. Devoted father of Peter Byrne Jr. and Robyn Simpson Edward. Loving grandfather of Edward and Kevin. Dear brother of Marie Byrne Lynne Konen and the late John and Joseph Byrne. Loved by nieces nephews sistersin...

Josephs story begins on a cold January morning in 1958 when he was born to Joseph and Annie Thompson and welcomed home by his big sister JoAnn. From the very start Joseph was surrounded by love and that love shaped the man he would become. Though there were years between them the bond Joseph and JoA...

John Lamparello Jr. passed peacefully at home on February 1 2026. He was born on March 9 1940 in Passaic NJ to John Sr. and Fannie. The family relocated to East Rutherford and eventually to Rutherford where John lived the rest of his life. As a boy and teen he worked in his fathers barber shop in Ne...

Judith M. Olson passed on Thursday January 8 2026. Judy was a beloved wife mother grandmother sister cousin aunt friend and so much more to all who were fortunate enough to know and love her. She leaves behind a large and devoted family including her three sons Rob Jack and Gary her daughtersinlaw S...

Francene C. Rozman a beacon of love courage and dedication passed away peacefully on February 3 2026 in Hackensack New Jersey. Born on October 6 1950 in Passaic New Jersey Francene lived a life defined by compassion intellect and an unwavering commitment to her family her students and her community....

Mary Ann Wood Hill passed away peacefully at her home in Wildwood Crest on November 27 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on November 4 1960 and raised in Norristown Pennsylvania. Mary Ann earned a Bachelors degree in Education from Millersville University and devoted over 30 years to teach...

On January 19, 2026, Marian Jean Metro, 71, of McCandless Township, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of 49 years to Gary Daniel Metro.In addition to her husband, Marian is survived by her sister, Ann Tully (Anthony) Augeri; and her nephews, Patrick an...

Sara Jean Harbinson (nee DiSimone), age, 62 of Bellmawr, New Jersey passed away September 14, 2025 with her loving family at her side at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center after a courageous battle with multiple health challenges. She is the beloved wife of James; cherished mother of Jamie and her ...

Barbara Lee Markmann of Hackettstown NJ passed on Friday January 30 2026 in the Northampton Post acute Nursing Home in Bethlehem PA. She was 85 years old. Barbara was born in Newark NJ on December 21 1940. She lived in Montclair and moved to Chester NJ in 1954. She graduated from Roxbury High School...

Vincent J. Andriola Jimmy 101 of West Orange passed away peacefully on January 29 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Newark on June 24 1924 Jimmy attended Central High School and was then drafted by the US Army. He served our country in WWII from 19431945. He fought for the 36t...

Lorraine Salt 93, longtime resident of Cranford, New Jersey passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. She was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey to Michael and Mary Piascik on September 2, 1932. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School. She met the love of her life, Norman Salt, at Twin City Roller Sk...

Thomas A. Frisoli Jr., 77, of South Philly and formerly of Lower Township died peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. He was a devoted son, husband, dad, grandpa, companion, brother, uncle, and friend. Roles he carried with pride and seriousness, when paired with his tra...

Frances C. Charlesworth, age 88 – of Cape May Court House, NJ passed away February 4, 2026 at her home. She was born in North Wildwood to the late Frank and Addie Koenig and was a lifelong resident of Cape May County. Frances graduated from Middle Township High School where she was selected as Major...

Michael Allan Ford of Sellersville PA passed away Tuesday December 30 2025 at St. Lukes Hospital Upper Bucks Campus Quakertown PA of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was 57. He was the loving husband of Christina McNair Ford. The couple had celebrated their 37th Wedding Anniversary ...

Charles E. Ferry Jr. "Chuck" 59 of Drexel Hill PA passed away on November 9 2025 suddenly but peacefully after a 4 year battle with lung disease ILD and a recent diagnosis of oral cancer. Born on June 15 1966 he was raised in SW Philadelphia moved to Lansdowne where he attended and graduated from Pe...

Charles N. Laurino 90 of Glenolden PA died December 29 2025 surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Lansdowne PA Tin Town he was the son of the late Charles and Philomena Laurino Storti. Charles graduated from Lansdowne High School. He served in the U. S. Navy aboard the USS Steinaker DD863. He...

Katie Alma Francis of Warrington PA age 79 passed away on May 12 2015 at the Artman Lutheran Home in Ambler Pa. She is survived by her loving husband James Francis Jr her four children William Lapp Patricia of Buckingham PA Susan LappWeidner of Warminster PA Karin Lafferty Ryan of Jenkintown PA and ...

Jim was originally from Northeast Philadelphia and attended Father Judge High School where he graduated in 1969 and immediately entered Local 5 International Union of Elevator Constructors. Jim came from a long line of elevator union members from his grandfather and father to his uncle and brothers....

Elaine Cessnun, 85., died Sunday, February 1st, 2026, at the Central Peninsula General Hospital in Soldotna, Alaska.  Services will be 11:00 am, Friday, February 6th in Kenai at the Star of the North Lutheran Church on Forest Drive with Scott Shields, pastor of Star of the North Lutheran C...

Billy Bob Capers, 86, of Anchorage, Alaska, passed away at Providence Alaska Medical Center on January 13, 2026.Bill was born to John H. and Lucile (Rushing) Capers in Paris, Texas, on January 17, 1939.    He graduated high school in June 1957 and enlisted in the US Army.Bill spent three d...

Ellis Patton Hetzer, the one and only “Pat,” entered the perfect beyond of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Nov. 21, 2025, following a short illness and transitory journey through UK Kings Daughters Medical Center. He left us to meet his forevermore sweetheart, “Doe,” and angling buddies at the b...

Betty Lou Benson was ushered into the loving arms of Jesus on February 3 2026. Betty Lou was born on May 15 1938 in Chicago Illinois. She moved to Bigfork MN in 1947 and graduated from Bigfork High School in 1956. In 1955 she met the love of her life William Bill Benson and they started dating durin...

Denise DerrMaloney 68 of Ashland passed away Friday December 19 2025 at the Shenandoah Senior Living Community Shenandoah. Born at the former Ashland Hospital Fountain Springs. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Leinenbach Derr. Denise was a graduate of the North Schuylkill High Sc...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Renouald Anderson aged 70 who passed away at 1004 p.m. on December 30 2025 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Born on February 1 1955 to James Anderson and Margaret Parhm Tony dedicated the roles of his life to family friends and work...

Sunrise 11301954 Sunset 11262025 Gwennette Gwen Gant born November 30 1954. She was a devoted mother proud grandmother and honorable United States Air Force veteran passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 26 2025 surrounded by those who loved her. Gwens strength compa...

Ellis L. Latimer born on May 17 1979 was a cherished member of his community known for his love of family friends cars and music. He was a selfemployed home repair and remodeling professional who received his education at Wildwood Elementary Middle and High Schools. Ellis passed away on November 8 2...

Linda Ann Morrow ne Harris 64 of Wildwood Missouri passed away on January 11 2026 and was welcomed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Linda was born on January 7 1962 in Stuttgart Germany. She moved to the United States with her parents and newborn brother Curtis on September ...

Beloved husband of Lillian Sabbagh nee Howell. Loving son of Amen and Tina Sabbagh. Dearest brother of Jacob Sabbagh. Dear grandson of Fayze Sabbagh. Dear nephew of Khaled Sabbagh Ali Sahar Sabbagh Kelly Ali Bazzi Linda Sabbagh Ghinwah Bassem Karkaba Steve Calvin and Angie David Potter. Dearest soni...