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Dorothy Jean Millben Gailliard 1937-2011
Contributed by Esperanza Gailliard-Elzamel 30 Mar 2011
(A descendant of Peregrine & Sarah (Sammons) Handsor of Delaware)

Dorothy Jean Millben Gailliard was born on January 12, 1937 to John and Evelyn Handsor Millben in Dresden, Ontario, Canada. She was the second of three daughters to that union. Jean attended Dougall Avenue Elementary School and Patterson High School. She was an extremely outgoing and friendly person and knew everyone. At a young age Jean moved to Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada to pursue a career in dance. She traveled extensively throughout Canada and returned home to Windsor in the late sixties. Shortly after returning to Windsor, Jean met and married Carlos Gailliard and to that union two daughters
were born, Esperanza Garcia and Engracia Delagarza.

Jean was the consummate and doting wife and mother going above and beyond what was expected of her to spoil her daughters and provide them with everything their hearts desired. She was overjoyed when she was blessed by the birth of her five grandsons.

Jean was a proud member of The Woodland Metis Tribe of Thunder Bay, Ontario who extended herself to anyone in need and took care of all whom she loved. On February 10, 2011, she departed this life to begin her eternal peace.

She leaves to cherish her memory and her life, two daughters, Esperanza Gailliard-Elzamel and Engracia Gailliard; two sisters, Stella White and Shirley Millben; five grandsons, Gregory Yopp; Ismaeel Gailliard; Marcel Yopp; Yehudah Gailliard and Eli Gailliard-Elzamel, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.



Alice W. Games ~1897-1983

Alice W. Games, of Cheswold, died Wednesday, Oct. 26, 1983, at the Courtland Manor Nursing Home after a long illness. She was 86.

She was a member of the Immanuel United Methodist Church of Cheswold, and had been a member of the United Methodist Church Women's Organization.

She is survived by three sisters, Laura Pierce, Monroeville, N.J., Katherine Cuff, Bridgeton, N.J., and Agnes Newlin, Philadelphia, Pa.

Services will be today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Arrangements by the Stevenson Funeral Home, Dover.

 

Helen Virginia (Mosley) Games 1916-2006
21 Apr 2006

Virginia (Mosley) Games of Milford died after a brief illness Tuesday, April 18, 2006, in Harrison Nursing Center, Georgetown. She was 89. She was born May 26, 1916, in Frederica, daughter of the late Nathaniel and Nancy (Miller) Mosley.

She received her earliest education at Union Public School, near Frederica. She attended Delaware State College High School Division as a boarding student, living on campus. She was a secondary education student in the Home Economics Department at Delaware State College before transferring to Virginia State College in Petersburg, Va., where she earned a bachelor's degree in home economics. She also attended the University of Delaware summer school where she became certified as an elementary education teacher. Mrs. Games worked in several capacities during her tenure. She was a secondary education teacher of Home Economics at Milford School 3C, a social worker for the Department of Social Services in Sussex County, a government employee of the U.S. Army Signal Corps in Philadelphia and as a first-grade teacher at Millsboro School 204C in Millsboro. After integration, Mrs. Games worked as a first-grade teacher at Lake Forest Elementary School in Frederica. She had remained close to many of her former students and had enjoyed their companionship. She held close ties to all of them and felt very proud of the accomplishments they have made. Mrs. Games enjoyed gardening, sewing and "just puttering around," as she called it. Mrs. Games also spent many vacations traveling, visiting Europe, the Caribbean islands, West Africa, Brazil and many other places around the world. As one of the original members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., she worked during the 1950s to obtain a charter from the national headquarters in Washington, D.C., for a chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority at Delaware State College in Dover. Mrs. Games was a member of John Wesley United Church, where she was mother of the church. She was also a member of the Mothers and Sisters Circle. She had been an active member of the Council of Negro Women and the Nanticoke Indian Association.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Thuron B. Games in 2001; and two brothers, Millard Mosley and Willie Carney. She is survived by two nephews, Ronald Mosley and Jerome Mosley; five nieces, Joyce Dixon, Joan Ellerbe, Paula Mosley, Helena Fields and Patricia Stewart; six cousins, Barbara Jiggetts, Gloria "Punch" Hart, Harry Miller, Jackie Rasberry, Preston Mosley and Robert Miller; four devoted friends, George Sorden, Frankie and Gwen Fountain and Delores Elliott; and four cousins-in-law, Violet Treherne, Helen Westcott, Ann Webb and Mabel Brinkley.

Services will be noon Monday in John Wesley United Church, Milford Neck Road, Milford, where friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday. The Rev. Yvonne Brunson will officiate. Arrangements by Miller Funeral Services, Lewes.

 

Thuran Bensing Games 1916-2001

MILFORD - Thuran Bensing Games of Milford died Tuesday, April 3, 2001, in Bayhealth-Milford Memorial Hospital. He was 85.

Mr. Games was born Jan. 15, 1916, in Milford Neck, son of the late Leroy and Emma (Sockum) Games.
He was reared and educated in Camden, N.J.

He worked at General Motors, the DuPont plant in Seaford, the Sunship building, the Maryland Dry Dock, the Baldwin Locomotive Co., and retired in 1978 from Bell Telephone Co., after more than 22 years of service.
Mr. Games was a member of the John Wesley United Church, Milford, where he served as chairman of the trustee board, keeper of the cemetery records, in maintenance, and as trustee emeritus. He also was a member of AARP, the Nanticoke Indian Association, the Milford Senior Center, the Frederica Adult Center and the Million Mile Club.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Helen V. Mosley Games; a sister, Mary Robinson of Lawnside, N.J.; and three brothers, John and Charles Games, both of Pennsauken, N.J., and Joseph Games of Newark.

A service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at John Wesley United Church, Milford Neck Road, Milford, where friends may call two hours prior to the ceremony. The Rev. Dr. Yvonne Brunson will officiate.
Burial will be in John Wesley Cemetery. Arrangements made by Miller Funeral Home, Millsboro.

 

Kathy Lloyd Gaspar ~1976-2002
25 May 2002

Kathy Lloyd Gaspar, 26, of Bridgeton, died suddenly and unexpectedly Wednesday morning in South Jersey Hospital System-Bridgeton Division, where she had given birth to her daughter, Claudia, on Tuesday morning. Kathy was born in Bridgeton and was the daughter of George and Marlene Peacock Lloyd. The wife of Gustavo Gaspar, she was a lifetime Bridgeton area resident.

Mrs. Gaspar was employed as a cashier with the Bridgeton ShopRite and had previously worked at the Vineland ShopRite and the former Bradlee's Department Store in Vineland. She was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Bridgeton and the Nanticoke Lenni Lenape Indian Tribe. Kathy was an avid country music fan and loved motorcycles, the beach and flea markets.

Besides her husband, survivors include three daughters, Maria Dawn Gaspar, Elizabeth E. Gaspar and Claudia L. Gaspar, all at home; her parents, George and Marlene Lloyd of Vineland; brother, George L. Lloyd Jr. of Vineland; four sisters, Wanda and Marlene, both of Bridgeton, Rosemary of Laurel Lake and Desiree Kay of Philadelphia; her paternal grandmother, Matilda Lloyd of Fairfield Twp.; her maternal grandmother, Betty Peacock of Vineland; and several aunts and uncles including Louviania Whitesell of Fairfield Twp. and Anita Guerrero of Bridgeton.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 29 at 11:00 p.m. in Vineland First Church of the Nazarene, 2725 North Delsea Dr., Vineland. Burial will be in Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Twp. Friends will be received on Tuesday evening between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 State Hwy. 77, Upper Deerfield Twp.

 

Alberta Mae Johnson Gibbs 1923-1999

LEWES - Alberta Mae Johnson Gibbs of Lewes died Friday, July 2, 1999, in Albert Einstein Medical Center in Philadelphia. She was 75.  Mrs. Gibbs was born on August 7, 1923, in Philadelphia, the daughter of the late James and Cinderella Miller Johnson.

She retired after 28 years at the Avenue Restaurant in Rehoboth Beach as second cook.  She loved her large family and looked forward to family gatherings, cooking, traveling, and spiritual readings.  Mrs. Gibbs was a member of St. George AME Church, belonging to the Millie Lockwood Society, I. B. Ushers Board, Pastor's Steward, Lay Organization and Ways & Means Club, joining St. Georges Church in 1957.

She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Charles Gibbs Sr. of Lewes; eight daughters, Ethel Johnson of Dover, Patricia Hanzer and Victoria Gibbs, both of Newark, Gracelean Tabler, Wanda Witherspoon, and Tecola Gibbs, all of Lewes, Kathleen Collick of Bridgeville, and Charlotte Gibbs of Milford; eight sons, George Johnson of Philadelphia, Harold Johnson of Ellendale, Joseph Gibbs of Flint, Miss., Clifton Gibbs of Elkton, Ohio, Tyrone Gibbs, Wayne Gibbs, and Thomas Gibbs, all of Lewes; a brother, James Neal Johnson of Lewes, a sister, Rosie J. Garrison of Milford; a step sister, Lina M. Horne of Bridgeville; two special cousins, Blanche Tankard and Edna Harmon, both of Rehoboth Beach; 54 grandchildren; 82 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren.

Service will be 1 p.m. Thursday at St. George AME Church, 317 Park Avenue, of Lewes, where friends may call three hours prior to service.  Burial will be in People's Memorial Park, Lewes.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Services in Millsboro.

 

Carol E. Cuff Gilbert 1904-2000

In Loving Memory Of Carol E. Gilbert, Sunrise Oct. 29, 1904 Sunset Jan. 3, 2000.

SERVICES Saturday, January 8, 2000, Eleven O'clock AM, Trinity A.M.E. Church, Rt. #49 Bridgeton - Millville Pike, Gouldtown, New Jersey. Pastor: Alvin Stokes, Officiating

THE OBITUARY: Carol E. Gilbert, daughter of the late Reuben and Fanny Lytle Cuff, was born on October 29, 1904 in Gouldtown, New Jersey. She departed this life on Monday, January 3, 2000, at the age of 95.

As a young girl Carol joined the Trinity A.M.E. Church. She attended Gouldtown Grammar School and Bridgeton High School.

On December 24, 1923 Carol was united in marriage to the late Harry C. Gilbert. From this union seven children were born. She was devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Her home on Dickerson Street, Woodbury, was always open to everyone with love and kindness. She was a pillar of strength for her family and friends.

Carol was a long time resident of Woodbury, N.J and a member of the Campbell A.M.E. Church. She also resided in Orlando, FL and Gouldtown, NJ. In later years she moved to Mt. Royal, NJ to live with her daughter Catherine and her husband William S. Smith.

She leaves to cherish her memory her three daughters, Catherine T. Smith, Anna Helms and Ethel Galloway, five sons Harry W. , Herman T., Ralph C., Henry C., and Richard M., two sons-in-laws; Andrew Galloway and Barney Helms, five daughters-in-law; Charlotte, Janet, Esther, Joyce and Delphine, 24 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

PALLBEARERS Vincent Gilbert, David C. Smith, Barney Helms, Timothy Gilbert, Harry Gilbert, William W. Smith, Anthony Helms, Hubbert Gilbert

Professional Services Entrusted To: Edward's & Son Funeral Homes, Inc., Dennis W. Bundy, Mgr. L.F.D., 208 E. Commerce St., Bridgeton N.J. 08302

 

Harry W. Gilbert 1927-2007
5 May 2007.

Harry W. Gilbert (Gil) age 80 of Woodbury, N.J., passed away on Wednesday May 2, 2007 at home. Harry was born in Bridgeton, N.J. on January 1, 1927 to the late Harry C. and Carol E. Gilbert. He was educated through the Woodbury School System. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed as a truck driver for 30 years. He was an avid camper and fisherman.

He is predeceased by his stepson Stanley A. Evans. He is survived by his beloved wife Charlotte E. Gilbert, step-son Keith W. Evans (Joyce), Harry K. Evans (Debra), Carol L. Evans (Carl), Cheryl A. Gilbert of Woodbury, N.J., ten grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, four brothers and three sisters, Ethel Galloway, Anna F. Helms, Catherine T. Smith, Herman T. Gilbert, Henry C. Gilbert and Ralph Gilbert and Richard M. Gilbert.

Remains will be cremated. Arrangements by BAGWELL FUNERAL HOME. Expressions of condolences may be sent to his family at home.

 

Janet J. Gould Gilbert ~1933-2009
7 Mar 2009

Janet J. Gilbert, 75, of Gouldtown, passed away early Thursday morning, March 5, 2009 in the South Jersey Healthcare-Inpatient Hospice Unit, Bridgeton. She had been a patient there for the past three days and in failing health since January. Born in Bridgeton, she was the daughter of the late Rev. Hubert Sr. and Dorothy (nee Pierce) Gould and the wife of Ralph C. Gilbert Sr., whom she would have celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary with on the 31st of this month.

Janet was one of the founders of King Memorial Church, in Bridgeton, and a dedicated member for 55 years, serving on both the deaconess and administrative boards. She also was an active member of the Colonial Riders Motorcycle Club, in Deerfield Township, where she served as wagonmaster for many years. JanetÕs greatest joys in life were camping with her family and friends and getting in the car with Ralph and "smelling gas," as they traveled the various roads and highways searching for treasure at yard sales and flea markets, especially Cowtown. Janet enjoyed flowers, loved her family and children, and was often the peacemaker when things werenÕt just quite right. She always anticipated spending time with her sister, Vandella. Janet will be sadly missed by her family, who loved her dearly.

Surviving to cherish her memory is her husband, Ralph; four sons, Ralph C. Gilbert Jr. and his wife, Bonnie, of Bridgeton, Hubert G. Gilbert and his wife, Evelyn, of Pittsgrove Township, Kevin R. Gilbert and his wife, Karen, of Pleasantville, and Lonnie P. Gilbert and his wife, Ronda, of Millville; one daughter, Carolyn Gilbert Lee and her husband, Vandell, of Pittsgrove Township; and one sister, Vandella Dunn and her husband, Nathan C. Dunn, of Marmora; 8 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. vShe was predeceased, besides her parents, by a sister, Joyce Gould; and two brothers, Edgar Gould and Rev. Hubert Gould Jr.

Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Tuesday, March 10, at 12:30 p.m. from the King Memorial Church, 577 E. Commerce St. and Coral Avenue, Bridgeton, N.J. The Reverends Nathan S. Dunn, Robert Burroughs, and Lawrence Crawford will officiate. The interment will be in Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Township. Friends may call on Tuesday morning from 11 to 12:30 p.m., prior to the services at the church. Written condolences and expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home Web site at www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, Upper Deerfield Township.

 

Dorothy Anna Goldsboro 1936-2007
1 Jun 2007

Dorothy Anna Goldsboro, 71 of Pittsgrove Township went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday evening May 29, 2007 in South Jersey Regional Medical Center, Vineland. She had been a patient there for the past month and had been in failing health for the last five months. Born the oldest daughter of eight children to the late Leslie and Olive Mae (nee Brown) Pierce, she was the wife of William E. Goldsboro. She was born in Quinton, N.J. on January 12, 1936 and attended Quinton Elementary School. She and her husband William were united in marriage on Dec. 6, 1959.

Dorothy worked for the Vineland Developmental Center for 22 years and retired in 1996. She then was employed with the Cumberland County Homemakers for two years. She attended and was a member of Wesley Memorial A.M.E. Church in Rosenhayn, N.J. since 1991. She served on the Missionary, Deaconess and Women¹s Fellowship boards. She loved to sew, cook for her family, bird watch and listen to WSNJ Radio. She was a member of the Nanticoke Lenni Lenape Indian Tribe of Bridgeton.

Surviving her besides her husband of 48 years are nine children, Vincent Bright Sr. and his wife Darlene of Bridgeton, Peggy Robinson and her husband Virgil of Carneys Point, Annette Toni Young and her husband Daniel of Millville, Valerie Goldsboro and her fiancé Greg of Pittsgrove, Jonathan Goldsboro of Pittsgrove, Joy Atkins and her husband Bob of Cherry Hill, Jeffrey Goldsboro and his fiancé Millie of Seabrook, Michael Goldsboro and his wife Anna of Vineland and Rochele Manno and her husband David of Upper Deerfield. Six brothers Louis, Leslie, David, Frank, Charlie and Major Pierce and one sister Emma Price, 17 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren, as well as a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her parents she was predeceased by one son Donald Bright.

Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Monday June 4, 2007 from Wesley Memorial A.M.E. Church, 582 Morton Ave. Rosenhayn, N.J. at 12 p.m. The Rev. Issac DeShields will officiate. The interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. A viewing will be held on Monday morning from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the church, prior to the services. Written condolences and expressions of sympathy may be expressed to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.sraywebsterfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the SRAY-WEBSTER FUNERAL HOME, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll¹s Corner, Upper Deerfield Township.

 

Francis James Goldsboro 1941-2007
27 Dec 2007

U.S. Veteran Francis James Goldsboro, 66, of Vineland, went home to be with the Lord Saturday, December 22, 2007 at the South Jersey Hospital System, Hospice Division, Bridgeton.  Francis was born August 29, 1941.

Frances was an employee of Kimble Glass Co., Vineland from 1969-2000, and a member of the U.S. Navy from 1963-1969. He was an avid football fan and a dedicated Colts fan, he enjoyed professional wrestling, especially “Smack Down”. Frances also enjoyed Western movies; “Bonanza” was his favorite. Francis enjoyed spending time with his daughters and especially his grandchildren.

Francis leaves to cherish his memories his wife Diane Goldsboro, 2 sons Charles (Terri) Wallace and Richard (Kyko) Wallace, 2 daughters Yvette Goldsboro and April (Norman) Holmes, 3 brothers Charles, Jerome, Herman Goldsboro, 3 sisters Edith Pierce, Gloria Goldsboro, and Gladys Goldsboro, 12 grandchildren (special acknowledgement to Jaynna and Jaimya Ellis), 5 great grandchildren and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Services will be held Saturday, December 29, 2007 at Trinity A.M.E. Church Rt. 49. Bridgeton NJ at 11 am where friends may view 1 hour prior to services. Pastor Michael Keen will be Eulogizing. Interment will be held at the Cumberland County Veterans Cemetery, Hopewell Township NJ immediately following services.   Written condolences and expressions can be sent to the family through the funeral homes website at www.edwardsandsonfuneralhome.com Services are entrusted to Edwards & Son Funeral Homes, Inc. Bridgeton & Salem, NJ

Frank Goldsboro ~1901-1988

Frank Goldsboro Sr., 87, of Coral Ave. died Sunday morning at his home. Born in Gouldtown and a life-long area resident, he was the husband of the late Rebecca Loatman Goldsboro who died April 17.

Mr. Goldsboro was formerly employed by Wilbert Davis Trucking for 20 years and retired from Spencers in Bridgeton in 1966.

Surviving are six sons, Frank, Jr., Wayne, Linwood and George, all of Bridgeton, William E. of Elmer and John of Newport News, Va; six daughters, Doris Pierce, Marion Harris, C. Elaine Street, Bernice Bailey, Helen Morris, all of Bridgeton, and Rosa Smith of Mount Royal; 50 grand- children and 43 great-grandchildren.

Services will be Thursday from Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church, Route 49, Gouldtown. Interment will be made in Gouldtown Memorial Park. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lively Funeral Home.

 

Jerome Albert Goldsboro 1912-1992
20 Jan 1992
Contributed by Paul Johnson 22 Jul 2003

Jerome Albert Goldsboro, 79, of Buckshutem Road, Bridgeton, died Sunday in South Jersey Hospital System, Bridgeton Division. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Albert J. and Minola Maddox Goldsboro, and the husband of Angeline Watty Goldsboro. He was a resident of the Bridgeton area for more than 60 years.

Mr. Goldsboro was employed at Southern State Prison in Leesburg as a welding instructor for 19 years, retiring in 1984.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four sons, Charles R. of Millville, Francis J. of Vineland, Herman of Bridgeton and Dr. Jerome Goldsboro of Boston, Mass., three daughters, Edith Pierce, Gloria Mae and Gladys Goldsboro of Bridgeton; four brothers, Sidney of Atlantic City, Stanley of Atlanta, and James and Dr. Robert Goldsboro of Millville; a sister, Lillie Gray of Camden; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a daughter, Selina H. Goldsboro.

Services will be 1pm Thursday at the Trinity A.M.E. Church, Route 49, Gouldtown, with the Rev. Alvin Stokes officiating. Interment will be in Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Township. Friends will be received Thursday, two hours prior to the services at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of the Edwards and Son Funeral Home of Salem.

 

Rebecca Loatman Goldsboro ~1904-1988

1. In Bridgeton Hospital, of 65 Coral Ave., Bridgeton, N.J., on Sunday, April 17, 1988, Rebecca (nee Loatman) Goldsboro, wife of Frank Goldsboro, Sr., mother of Frank Jr., William, Wayne, Linwood, John, George, Doris Pierce, Marion Harris, Elaine Street, Rose Smith, Bernice Bailey and Helen Morris, aged 84 years.

Services: Trinity AME Church, Gouldtown, Fairfield Township on Thursday April 21; Interment at Gouldtown Memorial Park, Fairfield Twp. Order Eastern Star services. Arrangements Lively Funeral Home.


2. Contributed by Paul Johnson.   19 Apr 1988--Rebecca Loatman Goldsboro, 82, of 65 Coral Ave. died Sunday morning in Bridgeton Hospital following several months of illness. Born in Cheswold, Del., the daughter of the late George Pierce and the wife of Frank Goldsboro. She had been an area resident most of her life.

Mrs. Goldsboro was employed as a machine operator at Thebers Sewing Factory for 15 years. She was a member of Trinity A.M.E. Church of Gouldtown, where she served on the Senior Choir, Stewardess Board No. 1, the Golden Age Club and the Independent Church Aid. She also was a member of the Alice Felts Federated Club, the Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Indians and Ionic Chapter No. 15 Order of the Easter Star.

In Addition to her husband, she is survived by six sons, Frank Jr., Wayne, Linwood and George, all of Bridgeton, William E. of Elmer and John of Newport News, Va.; six daughters, Doris Pierce, Marion Harris, C. Elaine Street, Bernice Bailey, Helen Morris, all of Bridgeton, and Rose Smith of Mount Royal; an aunt, 50 grandchildren and 43 great-grandchildren.

Services will be held at 1pm Thursday from Trinity A.M.E. Church, Bridgeton-Millville Pike, Gouldtown, with the Rev. Alvin Stokes officiating. Interment will be made in Gouldtown Memorial Park with her sons acting as pallbearers. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 pm. Wednesday at the church will Ionic Chapter No. 15 services at 8pm. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Lively Funeral Home.

 

Robert Goldsboro 1890-1987
3 Nov 1987
Contributed by Paul Johnson 14 Aug 2003

Robert Goldsboro, 95, of 395 South Avenue, died Sunday in the Veterans Administration Hospital in Philadelphia. Born in Hopewell Township, the son of the late Edward and Elizabeth Goldsboro, he attended the Fairfield Township and Bridgeton public schools.

A U.S. Army veteran of World War I, serving in France, he was retired from the Bridgeton Iron Works and was a chauffeur for the late Sen. Robert Howell. Mr. Goldsboro was an active member of the Frogs-Social and Civic Club of Gouldtown.

Surviving are a brother, Howard of New York City; a lifelong friend, Elsie Ricketts; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth, a daughter, Mildred; seven sisters, Carlyn, Georgia, Estelle, Mabel, Bessie, Florence and Cora and two brothers, Chester and Albert.

Services will be held at 10:30 am Thursday from the Wesley Funeral Home, 17 S. Burlington Road, with Rev. Stokes officiating. Interment will be made in Gouldtown Memorial Park. Friends will be received at the funeral home Thursday from 9:30 to 10:30am.

 

Thelma Althea Cuff Goldsborough ~1926-2006
12 Apr 2006

Thelma Althea Cuff Goldsborough of Hopewell Township departed this life suddenly on Monday, April 10, 2006 at her home. She was 80. Born in Hopewell Township to the late Fred Harmon-Jackson and Vera I. Cuff she was the wife of Ira Maxwell "Max'' Goldsborough and had been a lifetime Hopewell Township resident. Thelma, affectionately known as "Nana'' loved cooking, decorating, shopping and spending time with family.

She leaves to cherish her memory her loving and devoted husband Max; three sons and their spouses, Maxwell Goldsborough III and his wife Cora, Larry Goldsborough and his wife Abbie and William Goldsborough and his wife Margie; five granddaughters, April Goldsborough, Melissa Goldsborough, Angel G. Lee and her husband Jerome, Coretta Montue and her husband Delvon and Autumn Goldsborough; four grandsons, Maxwell Goldsborough, IV and his wife Dolor, William Goldsborough, Jr. and his wife Narissa, Eric Goldsborough, Ryan Paul Goldsborough and his wife Jennifer and seven great-grandchildren; three brothers, Milton Pierce, Fred Jackson and Harry Jackson and a host of family and friends. She was predeceased by a sister, Victoria Pierce Green.

Funeral services will be held at the Padgett Funeral Home, 1107 State Highway #77, Upper Deerfield Township on Thursday evening, April 13 at 8 p.m. Friends may call on Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. prior to the services at the funeral home. Entombment will be private at the convenience of the family at Cedar Hill Memorial Park in Hopewell Township. Written condolences may be sent to the family at www.padgettfuneralhome.com.

 

Alexander C. Green 1923-1982
Contributed by Lorraine Johnson-Gregg 5/19/2000, who notes, "b 1924, d June 14, 1982; SS# 142-12-9163, b Aug 26, 1923, d June 1982; Bridgeton, N.J.”

Alexander C. Green, 58, of RD 7, Bridgeton-Millville Pike died Monday in Bridgeton Hospital where he was a patient for five days. He had been in failing health for a brief period of time.

The son of the late Isaac and Mildred Driggus Green, he was born in Chester, Pa. and was the husband of Margaret Hughes Green. He had lived at his present address for the past nine years, and prior to that had resided on Piercetown Road.

Mr. Green had operated a farm market in Gouldtown for the past 15 years and had formerly been employed with the city of Bridgeton and the Cresci Body Works in Vineland. He was a member of the Nanticoke-Lenni Lenape Indian Organization of Bridgeton.

Besides his wife, he is survived by five sons, Alexander C. Jr. of Wilmington, Del., Oliver R. and John R., both of RD 1, Millville and Charles A. and Robert C. Green, both at home; three daughters, Wonneta H. Figueroa of RD 1, Millville, Carnelia M. Bard of Bridgeton and Maria E. Green at home; his twin brother, Oliver R. Green of Cedarville; a sister, Anna M. Pierce of RD 1, Millville, and three grandchildren.

Services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. from the Padgett Funeral Home, 100 N. Main St., Cedarville. Interment will be made in Gouldtown Memorial Park. Friends may call Thursday evening from 7 to 8:30 at the funeral home

 

Alexander C. Green, Jr.  1953-2007

Alexander C. Green Jr., 53, died late Tuesday evening April 10, 2007 at his residence in Fairfield Township He had been in failing health for the past several years.  Born in Bridgeton, N.J. on Dec. 4, 1953, he was the son of the late Alexander C. Green Sr. and Rachel Lorraine Archilla. He had been a resident of Fairfield Township most of his life and had previously lived in the Carney’s Point area.

Mr. Green attended public schools in both Fairfield and Bridgeton and was a veteran of the US Army. He was previously employed as a school bus driver with Knott’s Transportation in Delaware. He was a member of Bethany Seventh Day Adventist Church in Bridgeton and was a former member of the Seventh Day Adventist Pathfinders.

Surviving him are his former wife and caregiver Almeda M. Johnson Green, one son David Alexander Pitts of Wilmington DE, one daughter Yvonne Sykes of Bridgeton, six stepchildren Steven Clark of Newark DE, Donshay Clark and his wife Shanta of Elkton, MD, Marquest Clark and his wife Ronshaye of New Castle, DE, Sgt. Todd B. Vick and his wife Kim of Hawaii, Joseph S. Johnson of Lindenwold, NJ, and Almeda M. Johnson –Sye and her husband Joseph of Penns Grove, eight brothers Joseph Archilla and his wife Pat, Gonzales Archilla and his wife Shiela, Anthony Archilla and his wife Jenne, all of Rhode Island, Oliver Green, Charles Green and his wife Karen, John Green, Robert Green, all of Fairfield Township, and Richard Butler of Vineland, four sisters, Rachel Ethier of Rhode Island, Juanita Figueroa and her husband Juan of Bridgeton, Cornelia Pierce and her husband Bruce, and Maria Green all of Fairfield Township, his step mother Margaret Kuff of Stow Creek Township, and his god sister Eliza Cobb of Brotmanville, three grandchildren and sixteen step grand children.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday April 18, 2007 from the Sray-Webster Funeral Home, 62 Landis Ave. at Carll’s Corner, Upper Deerfield Township at 11:00 a.m.. The interment will take place in Fernwood Memorial Park, Hopewell Township.   Friends may call on Wednesday morning prior to the services from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

 

Annie M. Durham Green ~1858-1944
(Contributed by Joseph A. Romeo, who notes, "I went to the Delaware County Historical Society tonight and copied the following obituary for Annie M. Green. The age, similar to the death certificate, is wrong, as she was born ca. 1857/58. ...Annie M. (Durham) Green was a daughter of Elisha Durham and Sarah Carney.")

1. Obituary: Chester Times, Chester, Pa., Monday, May 15, 1944. Services will be held for Mrs. Annie M. Green, of Media, at Trinity Union A.M.E. Church, North Olive street, Media, Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. She died on Saturday. Friends may call at the church Tuesday evening, from 7 to 9 o'clock.

Mrs. Green was the widow of Isaac Green. She was born in Delaware, 74 years ago.

Her survivors are three daughters and two sons, Mrs. Rosie Durham, Mrs. Sarah Durham, of Media; Mrs. Elsie Cornish, of Philadelphia; James Green, of Media, and Isaac Green, of New Jersey.

Interment will be at Springfield cemetery.

2. Death Notice: Chester Times, Chester, Pa., Tuesday, May 16, 1944. GREEN--On May 13, Annie M., wife of the late Isaac Green, aged 74 years.

Relatives and friends, also Martha's Tent are invited to the services at Trinity U.A.M.E. Church, N. Olive St., Media, on Wednesday, May 17, at 2 o'clock. Interment at Springfield Cemetery. Friends may call at the church this evening from 7 til 9.

 

Ellen H. Mosley Green ~1924-1998
Newspaper obituaries contributed by Lorraine Johnson-Gregg 5 Mar 2001

Ellen H. Green, 77, of Cedarville died Wednesday at home.

Born in Sayres Neck, Lawrence Township, daughter of the late Thomas and Mary Driggriss Mosley, prior to her retirement last September she was employed with the Downe Township Elementary School with administrative duties. She was a substitute teacher for the past 25 years. She also assisted her husband in the operation of his construction business.

She was a member of the Cedarville Baptist Church, a former Girl Scout Leader in Cedarville and was an avid seamstress and gardener.

Surviving are her husband, Oliver R., and a daughter, Mary Ellen Green of Cedarville.  She was pre-deceased by a sister, Mary Elmira Wright

The Rev. James Goolsby will officiate services at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the Padgett Funeral Home, 160 Main St., Cedarville, where friends may call from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Cedarville. Contributions may be made to the Girl Scouts of the South Jersey Pines, P.O. Box 948, Newfield, N.J., 08344 or Hospice-Care of South Jersey, 2848 S. Delsea Dr., Vineland, N.J., 08360.

GREEN, Ellen Mosley of Cedarville, NJ on Wednesday, June 17, 1998. Aged 77 years. Wife of Oliver R. Green. Mother of Mary Ellen Green. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services without further notice from the Padgett Funeral Home 160 Main Street, Cedarville on Iuesday, June 23rd at 10:00 o’clock a.m.  Interment will be made at Cedar Hill Cemetery in (notice cut off).
 

 

Isabelle Gould Green ~1914-1984
Contributed by Lorraine Johnson-Gregg 5/19/2000, who notes, “Isabelle dau of Anna Carney & Wilburt Gould.”

Bridgeton, N.J. on Monday, Aug. 27, 1984, Isabelle Gould Green, wife of the late Isaac J. Green Jr. And mother of Mildred C. Thompson and Wesley J. Green, aged 70 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services without further notice from the Padgett Funeral Home, State Highway 77, Carlls Corner, on Friday morning, Aug 31 at 11 o’clock. Interment at Gouldtown Memorial Park, Gouldtown. Friends may call Thursday evening between 7 and 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home.


Karen E. Green 1961-2009 

Born in Bridgeton, NJ on May 26, 1961
Departed on Aug. 13, 2009 and resided in Bridgeton, NJ.
Visitation:               Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009
Service:    Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009
Cemetery:               Fordville Memorial ParkCemetery

Karen E."Strong Wind" Green, 48 of Fairfield Twp. died late Thursday afternoon August 13, 2009 in South Jersey Regional Medical Center. She had been in failing health for the past year.

Born in Bridgeton, she was the daughter of Raymond "Flicker" and Rose Marie (nee Munson) Ridgeway, and the wife of Charles "Buzz" Green. She had been a resident of Fairfield Twp. for several years and prior to had lived in both Bridgeton and Cheswold, Delaware. 

Karen attended the Bridgeton public schools and was a 1979 graduate of Bridgeton High School, she formerly worked as a secretary for Cumberland CountyCollege, taught GED certification for Millville Housing Service and worked as a School Bus Aide for Sheppard Bus Service. Karen was a member of the Nanticoke Lenni Lenape Indians of Bridgeton and served as Tribal Co -Chairperson on Tribal Council. She was also a member of St. John's United Methodist Church, Fordville. She loved cooking and watching cooking shows on television and trying new recipes. She and her husband operated Buzzard's Barbeque Stand for several years until her health started to fail. She also loved gardening and bird watching, but mostly she enjoyed being around family and friends. 

Surviving her besides her husband Charles are her mother and father Raymond and Rose Marie Ridgeway of Bridgeton, her mother in law Margaret Kuff of Stow Creek Twp., two sons Charles "BJ" Green and his wife Deloria of Fairfield Twp. and Carl Green of Fairfield Twp., her granddaughter Kiyleen Joy Kenton, one God daughter Lakeisha Pierce, two sisters Rena Pierce and her husband Albert of Bridgeton, Tangela Ridgeway of Quinton Twp., three brothers, Raymond Ridgeway and his wife Rachel of Texas, Wayne Ridgeway of Cheswold, DE, and Urie Ridgeway and his wife Saiyida of Toms River, God parents Marshall and Sarah V. Durham of Dover, DE; two brother in laws Robert and Oliver Green both of Bridgeton, and three sister in laws Juanita Figueroa of Bridgeton, and Carnelia Pierce and Maria Green of Fairfield Twp., several aunts, uncles, nieces , nephews, and cousins. 

She was predeceased by her father in law Alexander Green and step father in law Calvin Kuff, three brother in laws Joseph, Alexander, and John Green.

 

Lena Willet Cuff Green ~1922-2004
22 Mar 2003

Lena Willet Cuff Green, 80, of Bridgeton, died Thursday, March 18, 2004, in Cumberland Manor. Born in Bridgeton, Mrs. Green had lived here most of her life. She had also resided for a short period in Philadelphia, Pa.

After attending the Bridgeton Public Schools she furthered her education by attending the Adel Reed School of Beauty Culture and the Apex School of Beauty Culture. With these degrees she worked under the supervision of Selena Hall at Selena's Beauty Solon on South Pearl Street in Bridgeton.
After her retirement she worked for a short period as a bus driver for the Woodland Country Day School until her health began to decline.

Four generations of survivors include: from her first marriage, children, Jay W. Cuff of Bridgeton, Martin W. Cuff of Clementon and his wife Janice Cuff of Wilberforce, Ohio, Archer W. Cuff and his wife Mary of Bridgeton and Dianne W. Cuff of Vineland; ten grandchildren, twenty one great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Other survivors include: in-laws, several nieces and nephews and a multitude of friends throughout the area. She was the daughter of the late Daniel and Eva Harris Willet and was preceded in death by her sister Irene Brooks and her brother Morris Willet. She was also predeceased by her first and second husbands, Joseph C. Cuff and Norman P. Green.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, March 25, at 12:00 noon in John Wesley United Methodist Church, 90 Baltimore Ave., Bridgeton. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, Hopewell Township. Friends will be received between 10:00 and 12:00 Thursday morning, prior to the services at the church. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Padgett Funeral Home, Upper Deerfield Township. Written condolences can be sent to www.padgettfuneralhome.com

 

Mr. and Mrs. Oliver R. Green 50th

Mr. and Mrs. Oliver R. Green of Cedarville were the guests of honor at a surprise 50th wedding anniversary party held April 3rd at Benjamin's Restaurant in Bridgeton with their daughter, Ellen Green, serving as the hostess. Fifteen members of their family and friends were in attendance. Mr. and Mrs. Green were married April 8, 1944 at the Cedarville Baptist parsonage by the Rev. Starr. They are planning a vacation in Cape May and Lewes, Del.

 

Oliver R. Green ~1924-2000
May 17, 2000

Oliver R. Green, 76, of Cedarville died Monday in his home. Born in Media, Pa., son of Issac and Mildred Driggriss Green, he was the husband of the late Ellen Mosley Green. He had lived in Lawrence Township for more than 50 years and earlier resided in Upper Deerfield Township.

Before his retirement 11 years ago, he had been employed with Lawrence Township Department of Streets and Roads for several years. He had previously worked at Martin Dye and Finishing Co. in Bridgeton. He was a member of Nanticoke Lenni Lenape Indians and was a tribal elder with that organization. He enjoyed gardening.

Surviving are a daughter, Mary Ellen, of Cedarville. He was predeceased by five brothers, his twin, Alexander, James, Isaac, Robert and Carl; and two sisters, Anna Pierce and Lillian Lloyd.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in the Padgett Funeral Home, 160 Main St., Cedarville, where friends may call from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Cedarville.

 


Ross Albert Green Sr. ~1917-2005

Ross Albert Green Sr., age 88, passed away peacefully at Salem Nursing Center, Salem, NJ, on January 22, 2005. Mr. Green was a lifelong resident of Salem. He as the son of the late Harry J. Green & Mary (Teal) Green. He attended Salem City schools, graduating from Salem High School in 1936. He was a member of Salem City Board of Education from 1963-1973, serving as board president in 1966. He owned and operated Ross Auto repair and Auto Sales until his retirement. Previously employed at E.I. DuPont as a chemical operator and Gibison’s Garage apprenticing as an auto mechanic. He was a lover of cars and motorcycles.

Mr. Green is survived by his devoted, loving wife of 65 years, Maxine J. (Pierce) Green; a loving son, Ross A. Green Jr. (Amie); daughters, Judith Smith (Eddie) of Indiana & Mary Ann McCoy (Nathaniel Sr.) of Quinton Twp.; sisters, Anna Young, Mary Henson & Daisy Jones of Salem; cherished grandchildren, Mark McCoy of Maryland & Scott Albert McCoy of Quinton Twp.; great grandchildren, Baxter & Carter McCoy of Carneys Point & Taylon Smith of Indiana; a host of other relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins & friends. He was predeceased by brothers, Franklin, Luther, Harry & Arthur; and sisters, Frances Wardlow & Bertha Cuff.

Funeral service 12:00am Thursday, January 27, 2005 at BAGWELL FUNERAL HOME, 131 S. Broad St., Penns Grove, NJ. Family & friends may call after 10am. Private burial.

 

Roger Barbour Greene 1944-2011
Contributed by John Carter: "Husband of Alice (Clement) Greene, daughter of Evelyn I. (Durham) Clement, in turn the daughter of Roy Durham and Mabel (Durham) Durham."

Waldoboro/Fort Kent, Maine - Roger Barbour Greene, 66, a direct descendent of Major General Israel Putnam, a Revolutionary War hero at Bunker Hill, of Fort Kent and formerly of Waldoboro passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Jan. 9, 2011, at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

He was born May 23, 1944, in Bridgeport, Conn., the son of the late Howard and Harriett (Southgate) Greene. He grew up in Fairfield and attended local schools including Andrew Ward High School. After high school he joined the U.S. Navy and after a year of service matriculated to the U.S. Coast Guard where he served for four years aboard a weather cutter in the North Atlantic before his honorable discharge in 1966.

After his time in the service he moved to Waldoboro in 1970 where he was a dispatcher for RC Moore Inc. for five years before leaving to become a commercial fisherman with the help of his good friend Edward Thorbjornson of St. George. He fished out of Port Clyde for many years before becoming captain for the Riley's of New Harbor and F.J. O'Hara of Rockland. After retiring from fishing in the late '80s he became general manager for Fresh Pack Seafood. While with Fresh Pack he was able to travel to Alaska, Scotland, Iceland, and Canada buying fresh fish. He continued his career with Fresh Pack as a buyer at the Portland Fish Exchange. After leaving Fresh Pack he started his own business R.B. Greene Company a salmon importing business until retiring in 2008.

Upon his retirement he settled to Little Black Lake in Fort Kent. He was a Master Maine Guide, vice president of Maine Fisherman's Co-op Association, and an active member in the American Legion Post 133 in Fort Kent. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing with his good friend Sen. David Trahan as well as many others. He also served as Maine Convenor and Commissioner of Clan Donald USA in the 1980s.

He was predeceased by a brother, Gary Putnam Greene.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Alice Greene of Fort Kent; his son, Scott Donaldson Greene and his wife, Jessica, of Waldoboro; his granddaughter, Paige Elizabeth Greene of Waldoboro; his brother, Howard S. Greene and his wife, Olive, of Bridgeport, Conn.; his sister-in-law, Betty Greene of Holland, Mich.; and many nieces and nephews.

A time of visitation will be held Friday, Jan. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hall Funeral Home, 949 Main St. in Waldoboro. A celebration of Roger's life will be held Saturday, Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. at the Waldoboro United Methodist Church, Friendship Street in Waldoboro with Rev. Beverly Blaisdell and Rev. Joseph Beardsley officiating. Burial with military honors will be held at the German Cemetery in Waldoboro in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Roger's memory to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.

Friends and Family are invited to share their memories, condolences and photos with the Greene Family at their Book of Memories at www.hallfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are with the Hall Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 949 Main St. in Waldoboro.



Suprenia Norwood Griffin 1965-2011
March 2, 2011

Suprenia Norwood Griffin, age 45, of Bridgeville, surrounded by her family, departed this life on Feb. 25, 2011, at the Delaware Hospice Center after a long illness. Prenia, as she was affectionately known, was born on Aug. 10, 1965, to the late Mildred E. Hitchens Norwood and Frederick "Bozzie" Norwood.

She was educated in the Indian River School District and graduated from Indian River High School in 1983. She excelled at sports in high school and in community leagues, but held a special love for softball. Prenia was a member of the Living Word Christian Center in Laurel, under the leadership of Pastor Andre Mollock. She was a faithful and proud member of the Nanticoke Indian Association and the Queen of Sheba #4 Eastern Star P.H.A. of Delaware. Her proudest accomplishment was the birth of her only child, Montoya "Tinkerbell" Norwood. Prenia remained a solid rock for her daughter, even through her illness. If anyone would fail to remember, Prenia would gladly remind you, "That's my daughter!" She loved to talk to anyone who would listen and never met a stranger. During her early years, she was employed at several nursing homes and poultry plants. In later years, she was employed by Stockley Center. There she provided excellent service to her clients and dedicated herself to supporting her co-workers. Prenia retired from Stockley Center after 15 years of service due to her declining health.

Prenia leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter, Montoya; stepdaughters, Navatesha and Jasmine Taylor; her grandmother, Janie B. Norwood; brothers, Frederick Norwood Jr. (Cathy), Richard Norwood (Velma), Kevin Norwood, William Norwood (Conda) and Eldred Norwood (Sherri); sisters, Vanesssa Richards, Selena Ross (Albert), and Montoya Palmer; a special aunt, Marlene Pritchett; and special cousins, Dave and DeRoin Pritchett. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

A funeral service will be 11 a.m., Friday, March 4, 2011, at the St. John's 2nd Baptist Church, Mount Joy Road, Millsboro, where friends may call after 10 a.m. Friends may also call on Thursday evening at the church from 6 to 8 p.m. Pastor Annie Jane Custis will officiate the service. Burial will follow at the adjoining church cemetery. Letters of condolence may be emailed via www.watsonfh.com.

 

Charlotte “Lottie” Durham Gross 1908-1998

Memorial Service 15 May 1999: Lottie A. Gross was born December 14, 1908 in Cheswold, Delaware to Nehemiah and Anna Durham.  She died at Kentmere Home of Merciful Rest in Wilmington, Delaware on November 20, 1998.

Orphaned at an early age, Lottie lived with her married sister, Orda, until her teen years when she moved to Philadelphia to keep house for her two older brothers, Bill and Zed.  In Philadelphia, she met and married Robert A. Gross.  To this union six children were born: Robert, Jr., Isaiah, Marion Lois, Loretta, Lawrence, and Anna.

While living in Smyrna, Delaware, she was a member of and active in Centennial Methodist Church.  Upon moving to Wilmington, Delaware in the late 1950s, she became a member of Presbyterian Church of Our Savior.  She became an elder there and was also Treasurer of the Major Mission Fund, President of the Choir and organized and directed the Quarterly Rummage Sale for many years.

Lottie was active in the YWCA and received recognition for her volunteer work with-unwed mothers.  She also enjoyed the activities sponsored by the Senior Citizens.  She loved to travel with her husband, Bob, and they toured the east coast in the United States and Canada.  A devoted wife and mother, she enjoyed visiting her children and was happiest when the family was together for holidays and other celebrations.

Lottie is survived by her three daughters, thirteen grandchildren, great- and great-great- grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

 

Harold E. Gross, Sr. 1938-2006

Harold E. Gross Sr., 68 of Salem, NJ died Thursday morning October 26, 2006 in South Jersey Regional Medical Center, Vineland. Born in Salem, NJ on May 25, 1938, he was the son of Henrietta Price Gross and the late Oakford Gross Sr., and the husband of the late Priscilla Gross.

Harold was formerly employed with Owens Illinois in Bridgeton for many years until his retirement. After retiring he worked for the Quinton and Mannington School systems as a custodian. He was a member of the Mt. Hope United Methodist Church in Salem where he served in various positions in the church including the choir. He also was a member of the Salem Community Men's Choir.

Surviving besides his mother are four sons Harold Gross Jr. of Fairfield Township, Wade Gross of Bridgeton, Ian Gross of Fairfield Township, and Lewis Gross of Bridgeton, two daughters Crystal Gould of Bridgeton, and Vehodice Gross, of Fairfield Township, one brother Lewis E. Gross of Lompoc, California, two sisters Bernice Gross Parker of Salem, and Blanche Gross Woods of Salem, sixteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was predeceased besides his wife and father by one brother Oakford Gross Jr., and one sister Doris Gross Lewis.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday November 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Mt. Hope United Methodist Church, Broadway and Elm Sts. Salem. The interment will be in Fordville Memorial Park, Fairfield Township. Friends may call on Saturday morning from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. prior to the services at the church.

Lawrence Gross 1936-1995

Funeral Program Obituary: Lawrence Gross was born in Smyrna, Delaware on February 12, 1936 to Lottie and Robert Gross. He attended Thomas B. Clayton Elementary School in Smyrna and the William Henry High School in Dover. After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Army, he attended Delaware State College.

Over the years, Lawrence was employed by Mr. and Mrs. Harold Springer, Bancroft Mills, Speakman Company, Empire Caterers, The Monday Club and Alex of New Castle. Lawrence enjoyed all sports, but baseball was his first love. He was joined in marriage to the former Gloria Lawson on April l4, 1962 and from this union a daughter, Gigi Gross was born. Lawrence's horticultural work kept him busy and happy. He enjoyed preparing meals for handicapped persons, friends, and those in need of assistance. His artistic talents were expressed in his drawings and paintings. Lawrence was widely known in the community and will be sadly missed by family and friends.

His survivors include: his daughter Gigi Gross; his mother, Lottie Gross; three sisters, Marion Mott of Massachusetts, Loretta Jorden of Silver Spring, Maryland, Anna B. Lawson, of Philadelphia; one step-son, Reginald A. Lawson of Clinton, Maryland; one uncle, two sisters-in-law, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

The family is grateful to the following men who are serving as pallbearers: Robert Collins, Perry Price, Ernest Cooper, Sam Powell, Clint McClease, and Art Lea. Service held at Presbyterian Church of Our Savior, Wilmington, Del, July 28, 1995.

 

Oakford ''Oakie'' W. Gross ~1931-2001
19 May 2001

Oakford ''Oakie'' W. Gross, 70, of Salem died Thursday at his home. Born in Salem, son of Henrietta R. Smith Gross and the late Oakford Lewis Gross, he was a lifelong area resident.

Mr. Gross was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, who after serving received an honorable discharge. He was a purchasing agent for at Mannington Mills until his retirement in 1992 after more than 39 years of employment. Mr. Gross was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Salem, where he was church treasurer, a trustee and member of the Usher Board. He was a member of Cuff-Barksdale American Legion Post No. 444, Salem, Veterans of Foreign Wars No. 11536, Salem and an honorary member of the Tuskegee Airman, Inc.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Ruth O. Ridgway Gross; three sons, Oakford W. Jr. of Pittsburgh, Pa., Michael D. of Shreveport, La., and Darren J. of Omaha, Neb.; a daughter, Terri M. Gross of Salem; two brothers, Lewis L. of Lompac, Calif., and Harold E. of Salem; three sisters, Bernice L. Parker and Blanche H. Woods, both of Salem and Betty Woodford of Deptford; and five grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Anthony D., and a sister, Doris Lewis.

Services are noon on Friday, May 25, in Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Grieves Parkway, Salem, where friends may call after 9 to 11:30 a.m. Fraternal services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Salem County Veteran's Cemetery, Pilesgrove Township.

 

Priscilla Gross 1941-2005

Priscilla "Muggy" Gross, 64, of Fairfield Township, died Wednesday morning, December 28, 2005 in South Jersey Regional Medical Center, Vineland. She had been in failing health for the past several months. Born in Bridgeton on Jun. 3, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Lewis B. and Anna Marie (nee Johnson) King, and the wife of Harold Gross Sr. Mrs. Gross was a graduate of Cumberland County College and was employed as a teacher with Tri-County Community Action for the past 35 years. She also worked with the Cumberland County Board of Elections. A member of Shabak of Christ Church in Millville, Priscilla loved her church and her grandchildren.

Surviving besides her husband are four sons, Harold Gross Jr. of Fairfield Township, Wade Gross, of Bridgeton, Ian Gross of Fairfield Township and Lewis Gross, of Bridgeton, two daughters Crystal Gould, of Bridgeton and Vehodice Gross, of Fairfield Township, two brothers Robert, and Jay B. King both of Fairfield Township, three sisters Patricia Pierce, of Fairfield Township, Shirla Lewis, of Philadelphia, and Betsy Brown of Bridgeton. Sixteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Besides her mother and father she was predeceased by a son Jeffrey Gross, two brothers Wayne and Byron King and three sisters Joan Dixon, Jean Flemmings, and Lorene Denby.

Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services on Monday January 2, 2006 from the Glory Tabernacle Church, 1018 Buckshutem Rd. Bridgeton, NJ at 12:00 p.m.. Mrs. Gross's pastor, Apostle Anthony Young, from Shabak of Christ Church will be conducting funeral services. The interment will be in Fordville Memorial Park, Fairfield Township. Friends may call on Monday morning from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m. at the church prior to the services. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the , 62 Landis Ave. at Carll's Corner, Upper Deerfield Township


Robert A. Gross, Sr. 1905-1988

Death Notice: In the Christiana Hospital on December 5, 1988, Robert A. Sr., husband of Lottie A. Gross, of 804 E. 28th St., Wilm., Del. Father of Robert A. Gross, Jr. and Anna Lawson of Phila., Pa., Isaiah Gross of Washington, D.C., Marion Lois Mott of Wareham, MA, Loretta Jordan of Rockville, Md, and Lawrence Gross of Wilm. Also survived by 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 15 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Aged 83 years.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at the Centennial U.M. Church, Mt. Vernon St., Smyrna, Del. on Fri. morning, Dec. 9 at 11:00 where friends may call 1 hour prior to service time. Interment at Immanuel Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheswold, Del. Friends may also call at the Ryland Funeral Home, 9 West 30th St., Wilm. on Thursday evening from 7-8. In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to the American Cancer Society, Lovering Ave., Wilm.

Funeral Program Obituary: Robert A. Gross, son of Clarence and Henvolta White Gross, was born January 29, 1905 in Burkettsville, Maryland. He was united in marriage to Lottie A. Durham on June 30, 1926. He retired from the Abex Corporation in 1970 where he worked as a fine grinder for 28 years. He departed this life on December 5, 1988 at Christiana Hospital.

He is survived by his wife Lottie, three sons, Robert A., Jr. of Philadelphia, Pa., Isaiah of Washington, D.C., and Lawrence of Wilmington, Del., three daughters, Marion Lois Mott of West Wareham., Mass., Loretta G. Jorden of Rockville, Md., and Anna V. Lawson of Philadelphia, Pa., fifteen grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, two brothers, Archie of Jefferson, Md. and James of Hagerstown, Md., two sisters, Beattie Rodriquez of Hagerstown, Md., and Gladys Gross of Philadelphia, Pa., nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

Services held at Centennial United Methodist Church, Mt. Vernon Street, Smyrna Delaware, December 9, 1988

 

 

 

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