GABOUREL
Ruth C.

On February 24, 2007. (nee Anderson) Age 76. Of Gloucester City. Loving wife of the late Reynaldo Revero. Devoted and caring mother of William Revero (Kate), Susan Elbridge, Norma Revero, Pamela Revero, Daniel Sherman (Mary Rose), David Sherman (Theresa) and the late Robert Revero. Loving grandmother of 16 and great-grandmother of 8. Ruth was a resident of Gloucester City and was living in Gloucester Towne on Market Street. At the request of the family, cremation and services are private. Family requests that memorial donations be made in Ruth’s memory to the American Diabetes Association: 150 Monument Road, Suite 100, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004. Please write in the memo of the check Ruth C. Gabourel. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to the family through our funeral home website www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of Ruth C. Gabourel. Funeral Arrangements and Inquires may be made through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street (At Brown Street) Gloucester City, NJ. Ph: 856-456-1142

Mr.Cleary,

I think and hope they say no to the deal. The law is in effect to not only show our children the right from wrong, but to show anyone who has the idea of taking something that is not there that there are consequences for your actions.

They (The Firemen Association) let it go before and it didn\’t work why would they think that it would work again.

I myself and Benny Paul with the help of our family, friends and other firefighters ran this event for years and helped bring it back to some sort of respectability with a lot of hard work and dedication.

Now after 2 years away this person has ruined all the work that we have done over the years to separate ourselves from the 80\’s theft, thank you Mr. Firefighter for that.

I would like to thank all the people who did support the marathon this year and hope that this doesn\’t stop the event because the burn foundation needs this event and Gloucester City\’s support.

Last but not least bring his name forward either way let him be ashamed for what he did. Let it be known now who he is, let him live with the shame of his theft for a non profit event.

Thank you,
Joe Birney

Regarding the missing funds from the Gloucester City Fireman\’s Softball Marathon

By Bill Cleary

A reliable source said a relative of the man who stole the money has offered to pay back the $7200 he took from the 2006 Marathon. As you know by now this man was in charge of the Marathon\’s bank account.

However, there is a catch.

The Association has to agree not to file criminal charges against the crook. If not the deal is off.

According to my source, the money raised was always kept in the bank account until the January Firemen banquet. A check in the amount that was raised was handed to a representative of the Crozier Burn Center at the banquet. This explains why the money wasn\’t turned in earlier.

This same source said members of the Fireman\’s Association are talking about doing away with the Marathon because of the bad publicity brought about by the individual who stole the money.

Incidentally from what I been told the thief, who admitted his guilt, still hasn\’t been arrested or charged.

This is the second time money has been stolen from the Marathon. Once before one of the former fireman stole $10,000.

One other thing, because of the bad accounting method in place the Association is not even sure the figure of $7200 is correct. They are relying on this man\’s word. It could have been much more.

What is your opinion? If the Association gets the money back, should the charges be dropped?

John H.

I\’m not questioning your comment to be critical but rather to be
enlightened. Is it possible for a person to vote more than once from
the same computer? I am a registered democrat but feel that the
democrat club wouldn\’t give me the right time of day even if I asked
for it.

So I ask, do you mean democrats in general or the democrat club
in particular must win everything? I would like to see more polls on
this web site because I think it encourages many people to participate
that don\’t feel as comfortable expressing themselves publicly as you
and I.

I voted for the James Team because they said they would put the
governing body meetings on TV 19 and they would distribute the list of
bills being submitted for payment to the persons attending the council
meetings. To their credit we are half way there.

As soon as they get Paul Kain marching to the beat of the right drum we should see where 2.8 million dollars went last month. I understand the difference between the terms democrat and democracy. I read the suggestion that we conduct a poll to see if it is the appropriate time to consider a change in our form of government.

Your statement is not clear to me as
to whether you favor or oppose such a poll and why. If I\’m not imposing
I would appreciate the enlightenment,
thank you.
Rick

MASCUILLI, CATHERINE A.
(Nee Riecky), on February 22, 2007, of Bellmawr, formerly of Phila. Age 70. Beloved wife of Albert J. Devoted mother of Martin (Priscilla), Carol and the late Albert. Dear sister of John Riecky, Jr. (Mae) and Eileen McDermott (Jack). Loving grandmother of Brionna Catherine, Julian Martin and Katelyn Catherine. Aunt of Adrienne, Bridget and John.
Mrs. Mascuilli was retired from Bell Telephone after 32 years of service and spent her time loving and spoiling her grandchildren. She was a Mom to everyone.
There will be a viewing from 7 to 9pm Sunday eve and 8:15 to 9:15am Monday morning at GARDNERFUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE. Funeral Mass 10am Monday at Annunciation BVM Church, Bellmawr. Interment private.
Expressions of sympathy may be e-mailed to [email protected].

ZAINE
John A.

Suddenly, On February 23, 2007. Age 72. Of the Fairview Section of Camden. Loving and devoted husband of 47 years to Agnes A. (nee Blicharksi). Beloved father of John Zaine (Tina) of Gloucester City, Terri Matlack (Frank) of Westville, Kelly Strupp (Cliff) of Georgia. Dear Grandfather of Joey, Angela, Jenifer, Lindsay, Taylor and Morgan. Loving Brother-In-Law of Dolores Lendent of Magnolia, Darcia Bell of Phoenix, Arizona, Gloria Zaine of Laurel Springs and Virginia Zaine of Newfield. Survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. John was a lifelong resident of the Fairview section of Camden and attended Saint John of Arc Grammar School. He was a devoted lifelong parishioner of Saint Joan of Arc R.C. Church. John worked for Almo Electronics as a driver for over 25 years in Philadelphia, PA and retired from there in 1987. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend his viewing on Wednesday morning from 9 am to 10:45 am at Saint Joan of Arc R.C. Church: 3107 Alabama Road, Camden, NJ 08104-3198. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 am in the church. Entombment Locustwood Memorial Park Mausoleum, Cherry Hill. There will be no evening viewing. Family requests no flowers please but memorial donations be made in John’s memory to Saint Joan of Arc R.C. Church at the above address or Saint Jude Shrine: 512 West Saratoga Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. Please write in the memo of the check, John A. Zaine. Expressions of sympathy can be e-mailed to the family through our funeral home website www.mccannhealey.com under online obituaries of John A. Zaine.

After reading Kaitlyn\’s letter I felt for her. How sad it is that her parents would put her in such a situation. My children attended Alice Costello School from K-8th grade. My eldest started kindergarten in 1989 and even way back then parents were not to drop/pickup their children in the parking lot.

The school puts out monthly newsletters and if one were to look at any of these newsletters they would clearly see that time and again it is clearly stated that using the Boro parking lot to drop/pickup their children is prohibited. Numerous notices have also been sent home regarding this matter.

I would think that it would be obvious to most people that a parking lot is not the safest place to be dropping their children off for school. This parking lot is not a school parking lot, it is a Boro parking lot used for Boro business as well as the Police dept. At times this lot is very busy and it is not a safe place for children to be walking about. There is a drop off lane that is often crowded because some parents use the lane space as a parking spot instead of what it was meant to be, a drop off spot.

However, St. Maurice church which is literally around the corner from the school has extended the use of their parking lot for teachers and parents alike. Those who choose to use the church\’s lot do have to get out of their cars and take the 1 1/2-2 min walk to the school doors. It is true that there is no sidewalk in front of the church however there is a sidewalk across from the church and a crossing guard is posted on the corner by the front of the school to see that children can cross safely.

Is walking a half a block not worth ensuring our children\’s safety? Why be lazy? A little exercise is a good thing. Bad weather can make that little walk a bit uncomfortable but it is only a 1/2 a block. Considering the winter we have had…one significant storm….weather really hasn\’t been a factor this school year.

For those so quick to judge Brooklawn school might I suggest they get all the facts before casting any stones. Perhaps the school could have handled things in a better way. Perhaps Kaitlyn\’s parents could have also handled things in a better way. Blame for the situation is not one sided.

The parking lot rule is in place for one reason and that is to help keep our kids safe. Why anyone would argue with a policy that is in place to protect our kids is beyond me. As Brooklawn is being singled out for their parking situation might I ask that people take a good look at the parking situations at other schools.

How many spots has Mary Ethel set aside for parents? How about Cold Springs? Where are the parent parking spots at Gloucester High? It is not always easy to be a parent and sometimes we need to step up for the sake of our children but sometimes it is better that we let them learn that actions have consequences.

The child was issued a detention because the parent disobeyed the rules and while this might seem unfair, a rule is a rule. Perhaps if the parents had taken a minute to evaluate the situation and had reacted logically rather than emotionally they would have better served their child.

Life is not always fair and sooner or later we must all learn that lesson. Maybe if the parent had offered to serve the detention with their child instead of for her she would not have had to leave all her friends and teachers behind.

signed Irish

With the temperature change in recent days the ice on the Delaware River is breaking-up. Friday\’s forecast calls for a mostly sunny day with a high of 39 degrees. Saturday will be sunny with a high of 40 and a low of 25. Sunday there is a change of rain. The photo was taken from the pier at Proprietors Park, Gloucester City, NJ looking north towards the Walt Whitman Bridge. The boat in the foreground is docked at Holt Cargo Systems, also located in Gloucester City.

Photo by Bill Cleary taken Feb. 20th, 2007

 

GLOUCESTER CITY

Just when coach Tom Torrillo began talking about it being the first practice Liam James missed in four years, the Gloucester High School senior came gimping into the school gymnasium.

He had been in the trainer\’s room having his sprained ankle treated so that he could take part in Wednesday\’s practice on the eve of the Lions\’ final game of the season at home tonight against Cumberland.

\”It\’s heartbreaking, tough to leave Gloucester High,\” said James, a standout performer in both basketball and football. \”I have a lot of memories and not all about wins and losses.\”

The Lions suffered through a 1-24 season in 2005-06 with James as the captain of an inexperienced team that faced a schedule loaded with opponents enjoying fine seasons.

James was the leading scorer last year but changed his strategy this season, turning more to being a leader and helping bring along his teammates.

\”That was my biggest responsibility as I saw it,\” James said. \”As it turned out, all of us seniors tried to help the younger players.\”

Photo by CHRIS LaCHALL/Courier-Post

James and his classmates did a pretty good job. They will take a 10-15 record onto the floor tonight against Cumberland, a far cry from the 1-24 mark of last year.

Torrillo is one of James\’ staunchest supporters.

\”He\’s a typical Gloucester kid, hard worker, never stops trying and does all the little things,\” the coach said. \”He takes the ball to the basket, distributes the ball and always wants to play the other team\’s top player unless he\’s too big. Then he never backs down, and I have to make an adjustment.

\”A good illustration of what Liam has meant to this team came Tuesday in a game against Overbrook. He was playing on his banged up ankle and all he did in the first half was distribute the ball to his teammates. He didn\’t score a point but finished the game with 20 (points in the second half). That says it all.\”

Liam, the son of Gloucester City Mayor William James and Virginia James, was an outstanding two-way (wide receiver, defensive back) performer on Gloucester\’s football team and, as a result, had to jump from one sport to the other on quick notice.

\”Normally, I give the football players until the Monday after Thanksgiving to report for basketball practice,\” Torrillo said. \”But Liam isn\’t your normal athlete when it comes to hard work and dedication.

\”Not only did he show up on Friday for practice but he was the first one there. That\’s his work ethic, his attitude, the way he goes every day of the week.\”

James\’ M.O. is that he\’s been a scorer, averaging between 16-17 points, has dished off 7-8 assists a game, has grabbed 4-5 rebounds a game and leads the team in steals.

Not a bad resume for a 5-foot-10 point guard with a 3.9 GPA and a 1,520 SAT.

The curtain comes down on James\’ scholastic basketball career tonight, but he\’s left his trademark on a lot of future Lions who aren\’t likely to forget him.