Cinnaminson Grandfather Killed In Lightning Strike While Doing What He Loved
Tributes are pouring in for Robert Montgomery, a 61-year-old New Jersey resident killed on Wednesday, July 16, when he was struck by lightning while volunteering at an archery event.
Montgomery, of Cinnaminson, worked as an engineer and was passionate about his career, according to his obituary from the Givnish Funeral Home website.
An animal lover, Montgomery was devoted to his three dogs, Mia, Franco and Vedder, walking them every day, his obituary reads.
"They became his constant companions and a source of joy," according to his obituary. "Robert will be deeply missed by their thr…
Atlantic City Waitress Maddie Eberhardt Dies Suddenly, 26, Leaves Behind Devastated Family
A 26-year-old woman from Toms River has died suddenly, leaving behind a devastated family, countless friends, and a heartbroken community, loved ones said.
Madison “Maddie” Eberhardt passed away on Monday, June 23, according to her obituary with Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home.
“Maddie was a kind, sensitive, and caring soul who touched the lives of everyone around her,” wrote Kerri Platt, organizer of a GoFundMe campaign launched to help with funeral expenses. “She brought light and warmth wherever she went.”
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Virginia Woman Killed In Crash Remembered For Love Of Animals, Art, Nature
A community is mourning a young woman known for her creativity, love of animals, and bright spirit after she was tragically killed in a Virginia crash.
Alysia Marie Coffelt, 28, of Edinburg, died Friday, April 25, from injuries she sustained in a three-vehicle crash along John Marshall Highway, Virginia State Police said.
The crash happened at 8:35 a.m. just east of Back Road when a Ford F-250 crossed the double solid yellow centerline, sideswiping a Subaru Outback and then colliding head-on with the Toyota Camry Coffelt was driving.
Coffelt, who was not wearing a seatbelt, died at t…
NJ Murder Victim, 21, Killed As Puppy Tried Protecting Her, Campaign Says
The victim of a recent murder that rattled a small New Jersey town has been identified in various social media posts and by a campaign launched for her family as a 21-year-old animal lover.
Amanda Pulver, of Hackettstown, was shot and killed on Thursday, June 27, the Warren County Prosecutor's Office said. Amanda's 8-month-old puppy, Dunkin, was also apparently killed.
As reported by Daily Voice, the shooting happened that morning on Alphano Road in Independence Township. Later that day, Anthony Garvin, 34, of Netcong, was arrested in connection with the shooting in Berks County, PA. Pulver…
William Harris Of Arlington, 24, Was 'Bright Light, Beautiful Soul'
The community has enveloped the Arlington family of 24-year-old William Harris.
Will died on Friday, Sept. 8, after a two-year battle with cancer, and was being remembered as an animal lover with a kind heart, according to his obituary.
More than $2,700 had been raised for his family on a GoFundMe campaign as of Tuesday, Sept. 19.
"His beautiful smile was like a burst of sunshine, only showing when he was truly happy," campaign founder Danielle Harris writes. "His devoted love for his family and friends was strong and steadfast."
Will graduated from Wakefield High School and became a "cur…
Reenie Martin, Longtime Delco Firefighter And 'Trailblazer,' Dies At 61
Eleanor Irene Martin (nee Gallagher), a longtime Delaware County resident and firefighter, died on Monday, Feb. 6, her colleagues announced to the community. She was 61.
Known to friends and loved ones as Reenie, Martin was a lifetime member of the South Media Fire Company, officials said on Facebook. She was one of the first woman ever to earn that distinction in the company's 101-year history — "a trailblazer," her grieving colleagues wrote.
In 1991, the South Media Fire Company's members selected Martin as firefighter of the year, the company noted.
"Reenie was an…
Nick Speranza Of Hawthorne Dies, 41
Nicholas Speranza of Hawthorne died on Monday, Sept. 14. He was 41 years old.
A water at Puzzo's restaurant in Hawthorne, Nick was a Ridgewood native and enjoyed riding his bike and walking through Goffle Brook Park, his obituary says.
He was remembered as an animal lover and artist.
Visitation will be Friday, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Browning-Forshay Funeral Home. The funeral service and cremation will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to FOWA – Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 3701, Wayne, NJ 07470 or to the Ramapo Bergen Animal Refuge, 2 Shelter Lane, Oakland, N…
Jessica Veniero Of Lyndhurst, 35, Was Loving Mom, Caring Pet Groomer
Longtime Lyndhurst resident Jessica A. Veniero died July 23 surrounded by her family and friends. She was 35 years old.
Born in Secaucus, Jessica owned a pet grooming company and has always been an animal lover.
She is predeceased by her son, Matthew, who died May 2019, and her mom, Julianna Gray Veniero.
Jessica is survived by her "love" Mark Krajewski, and her son, Michael; father, Salavatore Veniero; and brothers, Salvatore Veniero and Donald MacMillan.
Services were held at the Nazare Memorial Home in Lyndhurst.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jessica’s memory can be made to t…
