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Mike Quinn, age 46, suddenly on May 29, of Mantua, member of Local 454

Quinn, Michael "Mike", 46, " A family Man for all Seasons" suddenly on May 29, 2008 of Mantua, NJ.

Born in Philadelphia to Marion and Lawrence Quinn, Mike made  the most of every day.  He enjoyed his position as a piledriver for Local 454 of Philadelphia. In the last year his adventures in his camper became a regular activity. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends  for no one could know the love he felt for his beloved Sheila, his children
and his friends.

He is survived by his wife Sheila ( Nee Mullen) his children; Billy, Matthew, Jackie and TJ, Grandfather of Matthew, Jr., his parents Marion ( Nee Caruso) and Larry   Quinn, Siblings; Larry, Kevin, Thomas, Brian, Joey and Marian.  Godchildren; Bradley and Eric.  Mike is the beloved uncle of many.

Relatives and Friends are invited to his Viewing Tuesday Eve 5:30  to  8 PM in the McGuinness Funeral Home 34 Hunter  St. Woodbury, NJ 08096. Lifetime Remembrance Service 8 PM.

Funeral Mass Wednesday 10 AM  in the Church of the Incarnation, Mantua

Interment Eglington Cemetery

Gerald G. Grundlock, of West Deptford, Clayton HS Hall of Fame Member

Grundlock, Gerald G. (Jerry), of West Deptford, NJ passed away suddenly on May 29, 2008 at the age of 73. 

Above all else, Jerry was a traditional family man who was truly happy when surrounded by his loved ones.

He was a devoted husband for 48 years to Stella Buriak Grundlock.

He was a caring father to his son, Kevin and his wife, Suzanne; his son, Dennis and his partner, Bill; his daughter Stacey and her husband, Scot; and his former daughter in law, Brenda. He was a proud grandfather to Brian, Taylor and Hallie and recent great grandfather to Brian Mychael, Jr. He is also survived by his sisters, Jo Ann Scott of Clearwater, FL, Eileen Bramble of Mantua, NJ, Terri-Sue Nerone of Franklinville, NJ, Gina-Lyn Brown of Greenwood, SC and his brother, Anthony Verchio of Mullica Hill, NJ.

Jerry was born on August 26, 1934 in Barrington, NJ and graduated from Clayton High School in 1953. In 2004 he was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame for Clayton High School for the 1950 Tri County State Group I Football Champions.

He proudly served his country as an Army Corporal during the occupation of Germany following world War II. After serving his country, Jerry was employed for 35 years with Dupont as a Chemical Engineer.

Jerry was actively involved in his community. He was the founder and former Commissioner for West Deptford committee for the Disabled; former Chairperson of the Gloucester County disabled Persons Advisory Committee for which he was honored with an award for outstanding service to the community; he was Assistant Fire Chief for Greenfield Volunteer Fire Company for over 15 years; founder of the Challengers Division sports team for disabled athletes; served as a former President of West Deptford Township Little League Baseball and served as a Girls Softball Coach. In his spare time, Jerry loved sports, tending to his garden and his woodworking crafts.

Jerry's spirit and presence will be missed, but always remembered by those whose lives he touched.

Viewing on Monday, 6:30—9:00 PM and Tuesday, 8:30—9:15 AM at the McGuinness Funeral Home, 34 Hunter Street, Woodbury, NJ.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10 AM at St. Margaret's RC Church, Third and Beech Street, Woodbury Heights, NJ.

Interment Gloucester County Veteran Memorial Cemetery, Williamstown, NJ.

NEW CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED TO LURE ANGLERS TO BENEFITS OF FRESHWATER FISHING IN NEW JERSEY

Media Release May 28            Related: Hunting and Fishing


TRENTON - If it's been a while since you've gone fishing in New Jersey, the Department of Environmental Protection has a special message for you: We want you back.

That's the upshot of a newly launched direct-mail and radio-advertising campaign that invites anglers to rediscover the pleasures of freshwater fishing and reminds them that fishing in New Jersey is time and money well spent.

"New Jersey's thousands of miles of rivers and streams and more than 4,000 reservoirs, lakes and ponds offer some of the finest freshwater fishing available anywhere on the East Coast," DEP Commissioner Lisa P. Jackson said. "Find out what you've been missing; come back to fishing in New Jersey. It's top-quality recreation close to home."

Beginning this week, at least 60,000 anglers who bought a New Jersey fishing license during the past two years, but haven't yet renewed it, will receive by mail a postcard that pitches license purchases and promotes fishing as one of the best ways to escape, play and reconnect with nature, family and friends.

The promotion is a partnership between the DEP's Division of Fish and Wildlife and the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to boosting participation in recreational angling and boating nationwide through its well-known "Take Me Fishing" campaign.

To reinforce the postcard's message, five New Jersey radio stations also will air 30-second and 60-second spots that tout the key benefits of fishing - particularly the opportunities for exercise, relaxation and nurturing relationships with family and friends. 

Sport fishing is not only good for the body and soul, it also puts muscle in the state economy. Every year, more than 150,000 freshwater anglers and 500,000 saltwater anglers collectively spend about 9 million days fishing in New Jersey. The annual economic impact of their expenditures totals about $1.5 billion, including more than $90 million in state tax revenue, and generates more than 13,000 jobs.

The campaign launch coincides with New Jersey's Free Fishing Days on June 7 and 8, which offer residents and visitors a chance to wet a line in all waters open to public fishing without purchasing a license or trout stamp.

"We encourage novice and seasoned anglers alike to take advantage of the opportunity to fish for free in New Jersey; once you've experienced what you've been missing, we think you'll be hooked on the sport," Commissioner Jackson said.

On all other days during the year, anglers must purchase a fishing license and, if trying their luck for trout, a trout stamp, too. Children under 16 and seniors 70 or older can fish anytime without a license or stamp. Freshwater fishing licenses and trout stamps can be purchased conveniently and printed immediately through the Division of Fish and Wildlife's Web site at www.njfishandwildlife.com.

A list of license agents statewide is also available on the Web site, along with a wealth of information on fishing in New Jersey. Click on the 'Take Me Fishing' link on the Web site homepage.

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Leona S. Skill, 80, of Deptford, formerly of Bellmawr

Leona S. Skill (nee Hagmaier), 80, of Deptford, N.J. died on May 29th. Born in National Park, N.J. she resided in Bellmawr for 40 years before moving to Deptford 17 years ago. She was a dedicated wife, mom, grandmother, and homemaker.

Leona was predeceased by her husband George in 1990. She is survived by her two sons William G. (Anita) of Deptford & Kenneth R. (Ellen) of Mechanicsburg, Pa.; three sisters Betty Tarrach of Westville, Ruth Fraser of Swedesboro & Evelyn Richards of Smyrna, Del.; brother Leonard Hagmaier of National Park, three grandchildren Melissa (Keith) Blose, Megan Skill & Timothy Skill; and her great grandson Ashton Blose.

Visitation Sunday 7 to 9 p.m. and Monday 10 a.m. until the Service at 11 a.m. at the DAVIS and WAGNER FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 171 Delaware St., Woodbury, N.J. Interment Eglington Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 2550 US Highway 1, N. Brunswick, N.J. 08902.

May 31, 2008 - Bass n Blues n Bass n Blues n Drum

http://www.sportfishermen.com
 

Friday morning was slow but it picked up (or did more fishermen show up later?) and we ended up with a pretty nice weigh-in list. The Saturday forecast isn't wonderful (unless you are a weather forecaster) - Partly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms in the morning then showers and thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. Some thunderstorms may be severe with heavy rainfall…frequent lightning and damaging winds in the afternoon. Breezy with highs in the upper 70s. Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent. Decoded it means fish early because the afternoon don't look to pretty awful good but they could be wrong, the storm should blow thru and give you a resonable shot late. Check the weather later because you know they will be changing it!
Friday weigh-ins:
D Mag - bass - 33" 10.9 lbs - pencil popper

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The Philadelphia City Sail Program

Apprenticeship Program

 

Philadelphia City Sail’s Apprenticeship Program:

 

Each fall the staff at City Sail identifies twelve students, usually who completed the Summer Sail Training Program, who displayed the best mix of awareness, perseverance,discipline, passions and aptitude for maritime arts. These twelve students are awarded an apprenticeship for the winter - tuition free -building a beautiful, traditionally constructed wooden boat through a City Sail partnership with Philadelphia Wooden Boat Factory.

 

Apprentices in the Program:

• Learn to work independently with shop machinery and hand tools
• Build a traditional wooden sailing vessel.
• Continue to develop critical reasoning skills.
• Attend the launching party for the vessel.
• Have the oppertunity to sail the vessel once complete.
• Travel on field trips including an overnight in Novermber to the Mystic Seaport Museum.
• Are introduced to a number of career oppertunities in the maritime industry from sailing schooners and yachts, to commercial towing and shipping.

Apprentices who successfully complete one full semester as an apprentice are recruited to return as interns aboard the North Wind for the next sailing season.

 

Read more about The Philadelphia Sail

Related: City of Gloucester City Proud Owner of 75-Ft Schooner

Related: What is UDAG?
 

 

Fire: 210 W Cuthbert Haddon Twp Westmont Section

 
 

22:35 hours

Firefighters arrived to find heavy fire from a single family dwelling, a 2nd alarm was transmitted, numerous master streams were used to bring the fire under control,no injuries reported.The Camden County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating.

 

Steve Skipton Photo

DOD Releases the names of 8 Casualities Killed between May 23 & May 28

The Department of Defense announced today the death of the following soldiers who died while fighting in either Iraq or Afghanistan. The incidents occurred between May 23^rd and May 28^th.

Pfc. Kyle P. Norris, 22, of Zanesville, Ohio, died May 23 in Balad, Iraq, from wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device during a patrol May 22 in Jurf as Sakhr, Iraq. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga.

Sgt. Blake W. Evans, 24, of Rockford, Ill., died May 25 in Al Jazeera Desert, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky. 

Staff Sgt. Frank J. Gasper, 25, of Merced, Calif., died May 25 in Najaf, Iraq, of wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group, Fort Carson, Colo.

Spc. David L. Leimbach, 38, of Taylors, S.C., died May 25 near Bala Baluk, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his unit was attacked with small arms fire and rocket-propelled grenades. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 118th Infantry, South Carolina Army National Guard, Fountain Inn, S.C., and attached to the 2nd Squadron, 101st Cavalry (Reconnaissance, Surveillance, and Target Acquisition), New York Army National Guard.

Sgt. 1st Class Jason F. Dene, 37, of Castleton, Vt., died May 25 in Baghdad, Iraq, from injuries suffered in a non-combat related incident on May 24. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 64th Armor Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 3rd Infantry Division, Fort Stewart, Ga. The incident is under investigation.

Spc. Christopher Gathercole, 21, of Santa Rosa, Calif., died May 26 in Ghazni, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered from small arms fire during combat operations. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, Fort Lewis, Wash.

Spc. Justin L. Buxbaum, 23, of South Portland, Maine, died May 26 in Kushamond, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered in a non-combat related incident. He was assigned to the 62nd Engineer Battalion, 36th Engineer Brigade, Fort Hood Texas. The incident is under investigation.

 Pfc. Chad M. Trimble, 29, of West Covina, Calif., died May 28, near Gardez, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when his vehicle encountered an improvised explosive device. He was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 61st Cavalry Regiment, 4th Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), Fort Campbell, Ky.

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City of Gloucester City Proud Owner of 75-Foot Steel Hull Schooner

By Bill Cleary 

It is official!  

The City of Gloucester City is the proud owner of a 75-foot-long steel hull schooner built in 1995. The sailing vessel has three sails, and a 20 foot beam. It can carry 47 passengers along with three crew members for a total capacity of 50.  

The sail boat was sold at an auction held earlier this week at a boat yard in Greenwich. The cost was $206,000 and it is appraised at $385,000. The money to purchase the boat came from the UDAG fund, which stipulates all monies are to be used for economic development.  

No tax dollars were used to purchase the vessel. The vessel will be docked at the former Coast Guard Base pier, King Street and the Delaware River.  

Mayor William James made the announcement today, Friday.  

The mayor said, "The City is going to use the sailboat as a teaching tool for high school students. A similar program is in place across the river. Now in its 14^th year it is called Philadelphia Sail. We are also looking into chartering the boat to the public."  

"We are soliciting business sponsorships and other government agencies to get involved with the venture. The City is in contact with the schooners former captain. We will be speaking with him regarding operating the charters. And there are several city residents with maritime expertise who have already expressed their desire to help with the enterprise.  

"We have set a tentative date to bring the vessel to the City on Saturday, July 5. More information will be released in the weeks to come.  

"Finally after all these years there are positive improvements happening on our riverfront. This sailboat is just one link in the chain that we are putting in place for this summer and the future.  

"At 4 PM today the deadline for those interested in bidding on operating a tent canopy restaurant on the pier are due. Three RFP have been received. Details of that plan along with the name of the successful bidder will be released next week.  

"And as you know the Flagship Charters of Philadelphia is now docked at the former Coast Guard Base." For more about the ship  http://www.flagshipcharters.net

  The Philadelphia City Sail's website states, "the programming creates adventure, exploration and academic opportunities that make the Delaware River come to life as a real world class room .

Through sailing activities, Philadelphia youth gain an understanding of science, mathematics, physics, biology, geography, history, and even job opportunities in maritime commerce and the surrounding Port community. The participants learn how to lead with confidence and gain self esteem as they work as part of a team on our schooner, the North Wind."

To read more about the Philadelphia City Sail program http://www.citysail.org/