Father Killed By Hit-Run Driver Was 'Rock For His Family' In Silver Spring Father Killed By Hit-Run Driver Was 'Rock For His Family' In Silver Spring
Father Killed By Hit-Run Driver Was 'Rock For His Family' In Silver Spring Friends and family of a Maryland man who was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver are reeling as they attempt to move forward following his unexpected death. Silver Spring Ronaldo Franzese was struck by two vehicles late last week - one of which fled the area - and died from his injuries, sending shockwaves that reverberated across the community. The 52-year-old Silver Spring resident was walking shortly before 10:15 p.m. on Friday, April 5,  near the intersection of Randolph Road and Kimblewick Drive, when the driver of a white 2023 Honda Odyssey was traveling westbound on R…
John Dabrowski, Bayonne Salon Owner, Dies At 57 John Dabrowski, Bayonne Salon Owner, Dies At 57
John Dabrowski, Bayonne Salon Owner, Dies At 57 John Dabrowski, a Branchburg resident and Bayonne resident, died on Monday, April 8, at the age of 57, according to his obituary on the Stellato Funeral Home website. A graduate of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Dabrowski worked as an IT consultant before making a career transition and becoming co-owner of About You Salon in Bayonne, his obituary reads. In his free time, Dabrowski was a history buff who enjoyed watching documentaries and was a movie buff who could quote lines and discuss trivia, according to his obituary. https://www.stellatofuneralhomes.com/obituaries/john-da…
Haddon's Ronald Aldrich, 56, Fought Long Cancer Battle Haddon's Ronald Aldrich, 56, Fought Long Cancer Battle
Haddon's Ronald Aldrich, 56, Fought Long Cancer Battle Ronald Aldrich, of Haddon Township, died on March 23 after a long battle with cancer, according to an obituary published by Alloway Funeral Home. He was 56 years old. Ronnie worked with his best friend John at Paramount Building Services specializing in mold remediation for 30 years.  Ronnie enjoyed sports, especially football, his obit said. His biggest thrill in life was riding roller coasters. The bigger the better! He would travel just to be able to ride a “bad” roller coaster. His all-time favorite was El Toro at Six Flags, his obituary said. Click here to read Ronald Aldrich's …
Yamileth D. Marenco, Operating Room Nurse, 41 Yamileth D. Marenco, Operating Room Nurse, 41
Yamileth D. Marenco, Operating Room Nurse, 41 Yamileth D. Marenco, of Pennsauken, died on March 26, according to an obituary published by Falco, Caruso & Leonard Funeral Home. She was 41 years old. Yamileth was the first in her family to graduate from college and was a surgical technologist for over 15 years, working as an operating room nurse at Cooper Hospital, where her compassion and dedication touched the lives of countless patients and colleagues, her obituary said. Beyond her work at the hospital, Yamileth made a lasting impact by collecting donations for the children of her home country, Nicaragua. "Her commitment to improv…
Evelyn Renee Galarza, Nurse From Willingboro, 55 Evelyn Renee Galarza, Nurse From Willingboro, 55
Evelyn Renee Galarza, Nurse From Willingboro, 55 Evelyn Renee Galarza, of Willingboro, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 5, according to an obituary published by Pennchief Chapels. She was 55 years old. Evelyn Renee worked as a registered nurse at Vitrua Memorial Hospital, her obit said. For nearly 17 years, Evelyn Renee was a tireless caregiver. "Evelyn Renee has touched and positively affected so many lives," her obituary said. Click here to read Evelyn Renee Galarza's complete obituary.
Frederick William Webb, Of Haddonfield, Died Unexpectedly, 43 Frederick William Webb, Of Haddonfield, Died Unexpectedly, 43
Frederick William Webb, Of Haddonfield, Died Unexpectedly, 43 Frederick William Webb, of Haddonfield, died unexpectedly on March 28, according to an obituary published by Mathis Funeral Home. He was 43 years old. Frederick was a very funny jokester with what was described as a special laugh, his obituary said. Frederick was also very well-traveled. "But his favorite place to visit was New York City, where he just enjoyed leisurely walking around the city," his obit said. He loved golf and enjoyed collecting coins in his spare time.  "But above all, he cherished the time spent with friends and family and will be deeply missed by those he leaves…
Painter Brian David Halbach Tabernacle Dies, 52 Painter Brian David Halbach Tabernacle Dies, 52
Painter Brian David Halbach Tabernacle Dies, 52 Brian David Halbach, of Tabernacle, died peacefully with his family by his side on March 30, according to an obituary published by Mathis Funeral Home. He was 52 years old. He was a painter by trade, and worked his entire life for the family painting business started by his father over 50 years ago, his obit said. He was an avid Eagles fan, and enjoyed spending time with his friends, playing pool, horseshoes, golfing, and fishing, according to his obit.  "Most of all he loved to spend time with his family," his obit said. "He was a devoted husband and father who loved his family uncon…
Allentown Teen Pedestrian Struck Dead In Whitehall ID'd By Coroner (UPDATED) Allentown Teen Pedestrian Struck Dead In Whitehall ID'd By Coroner (UPDATED)
Allentown Teen Pedestrian Struck Dead In Whitehall ID'd By Coroner (Updated) A teenager has died after being hit by a car in Whitehall Township on Monday, April 8, according to officials.  Emmanuel Gboyah, 15, of Allentown, was struck on the 1100 block of MacArthur Road around 8:30 p.m., the Lehigh County Coroner's Office said in a release.  He was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest where he was pronounced dead, officials said. His cause of death was blunt force injuries and the manner of death was accidental, Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said following an autopsy on Wednesday, April 10.  "As we grieve this tragic loss together, my deepest …
Lower Merion Teacher Killed In Crash Was 'Amazing Husband, Father, And Friend': Fundraiser Lower Merion Teacher Killed In Crash Was 'Amazing Husband, Father, And Friend': Fundraiser
Lower Merion Teacher Killed In Crash Was 'Amazing Husband, Father, And Friend': Fundraiser Friends and community members are collecting donations for the family of the Lower Merion teacher who died in a car accident last Tuesday, April 2.  Tim Mohan, 53, was a social studies teacher at Bala Cynwyd Middle School for 30 years and also served as the school's Athletics and Activities Director, school district officials have said. A GoFundMe to benefit his wife and children has raised nearly $15,000 in three days.   "Tim was an amazing husband, father, and friend," wrote campaign organizer Megan Nieberle.  "Tim's love of his family and friends, contagious sm…
Teen's Spirit 'Here Every Step Of The Way' After Being Killed In DC Metro Station, Family Says Teen's Spirit 'Here Every Step Of The Way' After Being Killed In DC Metro Station, Family Says
Teen's Spirit 'Here Every Step Of The Way' After Being Killed In DC Metro Station, Family Says Thousands of dollars have been raised by the community on behalf of the family of a 14-year-old who was shot and killed in a Metro station in Northeast DC last week. Avion Evans was identified by the Metropolitan Police Department as the teenager who was killed when a fight broke out on the platform of the Brookland-Catholic University Metro Station in the 800 block Monroe Street NE.  The shooting was reported shortly before 4 p.m. on April 4. Upon arrival, officers found Evans suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and he was pronounced dead at the station by DC Fire and EMS personn…
Fiery Crash Kills Chambersburg Native 24-Year-Old In Central PA, State Police Say Fiery Crash Kills Chambersburg Native 24-Year-Old In Central PA, State Police Say
Fiery Crash Kills Chambersburg Native 24-Year-Old In Central PA, State Police Say A 24-year-old man died at the scene of a crash in Central Pennsylvania, State Police announced on Monday, April 8. Mason Allen Kelley originally of Chambersburg most recently of Carlisle, was heading west on East Old York Road near Lerew Road in Carlisle when he left his lane for an unknown reason at 12:21 a.m. on April 6, the state police detailed in the release. Kelley exited the right-hand lane, and entered into the eastbound lane before leaving the roadway entirely, striking a tree head-on, and becoming engulfed in flames, according to PSP. Citizens Fire Company, Yellow Breeches EMS, C…
Central PA Police Horse Featured In Children's Book Dies Of Cushing's Disease Central PA Police Horse Featured In Children's Book Dies Of Cushing's Disease
Central PA Police Horse Featured In Children's Book Dies Of Cushing's Disease A beloved police horse featured in numerous magazines and a children's book, has died from Cushing's Disease, the Lancaster City Bureau of Police announced on Monday, April 8. The Lancaster Mounted Police Horse, Liam, was a Clydesdale Hackney Cross born in Toronto in 2001, where he worked as a carriage horse before financial constraints lead the previous caretaker to part ways. Liam joined the force in 2005 and was paired with Officer Eric Lukacs in 2007 through his retirement on April 29th, 2023.  Officer Eric Lukacs and his partner, mounted police force horse, Liam. Lancaster Bu…