All Obituaries

Seth Vasbinder also known as “The Nation” by many of his friends and loved ones passed away June 2, 2021. Seth was born in Buffalo NY to Phyllis and George Vasbinder. He met his Wife Lisa in California and were married August 30th 1986.  They had two children Sarah and Seth Jr. They later moved to Manahawkin NJ next to the best friends and neighbors anyone could ask for, the Byrnes. When not on neighborhood watch with Tim in the garage, Seth was a loyal and...

Melissa A. Mickiewicz, age 50, of Manahawkin, NJ, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 24, 2021.  Born in South St. Paul, MN., she lived in Howell Township, NJ prior to Manahawkin where she resided since 1995. She was employed by Pinelands Regional High School as a School Psychologist.  Melissa was a devoted wife & mother. She found an immense amount of joy in spending quality time With her family, traveling, crafting, sewing, baking, mentoring others, and was always the...

Nicholas Cono Cirone, age 55, of Manahawkin, NJ passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 24, 2021.  Born in Queens, NY, he lived in Whiting, NJ prior to Manahawkin where he resided since 1999. He was employed by Pine Acres Manor, Manchester, NJ as a Property Manager. Nick was a lover of most sports and was currently keeping active by playing hockey.  He was “the life of the party” and had a “heart of gold.”  His smile was infectious and his energy was...

Dolores E. Carr (nee Clark), age 76, of Barnegat, NJ, passed away on Saturday, July 17, 2021.  Born and raised in Philadelphia, PA, she lived in Philadelphia, relocating to Manahawkin in 1997 before moving to Barnegat where she resided for the last four months. Prior to her retirement, she worked as a front desk attendant at the Mariner Inn, on Long Beach Island, and was associated with the Ancient Order of Hibernians. She is survived by her husband Robert,...

Jane L. Haines, age 96, of Manahawkin, NJ, passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at home in Manahawkin. Born and raised in the Wissinoming section of Philadelphia, Jane spent her summers at the family shore house in Beach Haven Terrace on Long Beach Island.  She continued to live in Philadelphia until she was married in 1946 and moved permanently to Manahawkin. She--along with her husband--was the owner/operator of Haines Garage in Manahawkin. Jane was a...

James Kenneth Dionne Sr., age 85, of Manahawkin, NJ, passed away July 11th with his family by his side.   He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and was looking forward to the birth of his first great-grandchild in January of 2022. James is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Carolyn (Kaner) Dionne; a daughter and two sons, Carole, James Jr. and wife Deborah, Michael and...

Michael Petro, age 72, of Manahawkin, NJ, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 at Veterans Hospital of East Orange, NJ.  Born in Trenton, NJ, he lived in Beach Haven, NJ prior to Manahawkin where he resided for the last 42 years. He served his country proudly in the Marine Corps from 1967 to 1971, during which he served two tours of duty in the Vietnam war from 1968 to 1969 in the Bastard Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 13th Regiment. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by...

Eugenia Lee Gunning, formally of Trumbauersville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday June 27, 2021. She was known by her family and friends as Lee. Lee resided at Dock Woods for several years. Lee was the beloved wife of William Samuel Gunning and would have celebrated 50 years of marriage until his passing in 2001. She was born in Norristown, PA on July 17, 1935. She was the daughter of the late Myron and Elva (Brett) Given. Lee spent much of her childhood with her...

Joseph Thomas Kelly, age 78, of Galloway Township, NJ, bid us farewell on Thursday, July 1, 2021, surrounded by his family.  Born in Prospect Park, PA, he is the son of Joseph A. and Mary D. Kelly. He grew up in Linwood PA and enjoyed playing softball for the local teams.  He graduated from St James an all boys Catholic High School in Chester PA in 1960. He was a proud Alumnus and he looked forward to attending the “Dogs on the Dunes” annual event in Wildwood NJ. He...

A memorial Mass will take place on Monday, June 28, 2021, 10AM at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, NJ.