Maguire Memorial Home & Cremation Services

10/15/2025

Judith Freeborn

Judith Cramer Freeborn, daughter of the late Stephen E. Cramer and the late Marguerite Cramer Crotsley and Charles A. Crotsley passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025 at Hackettstown Medical Center with her loving family by her side.

She resided in Long Valley, NJ until 1970 when she and her family moved to Allamuchy, NJ.

Judith was a member of the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Hackettstown, NJ. She was employed as a staff nurse at Hackettstown Regional Medical Center for 22 years. She also worked part time in the nursing unit at Centenary College and Panther Valley Country Club during that time. She was an avid gardener. She volunteered in many aspects, especially with the American Cancer Society and Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice of Warren County where she received a certificate of appreciation for loyal and valuable service for her volunteerism during the 1980's.

Survived by her children, Michael David Freeborn and wife Rose; Denise Freeborn Polowy and husband Edward; Donna Freeborn Olsyn and husband Michael; Diane Freeborn Kretsch and husband Tom; 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; Brother; Larry Crotsley. Judith was looking forward to becoming a great-great grandmother for the first time in November. She is preceded in death by her son Craig Scott Freeborn, her sisters Charlene Taylor and Jean Van Ness and brothers Gary Cramer and C. David Crotsley.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Sunday, October 19, 2025 from 4-6 PM at the Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 302 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.

Honoring Judith's wishes, burial will be private.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home and Cremation Services, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.

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10/08/2025

Russell Potter

Russell J. Potter, 69, of Hackettstown, NJ (formerly of Glen Gardner, NJ) passed away on October 6, 2025 at home.

Russell was born on June 22, 1956 in Phillipsburg, NJ to the late George Potter and Beatrice (nee; Hartrum) Reed.

He was a graduate of North Hunterdon High School. Russell was most recently employed as a gas attendant, prior to that he was employed at Kappus Plastic for many years. Russell retired in 2021. He was an avid fisherman and loved trout fishing. Russell enjoyed Bingo and playing the lottery. He also was a football fan.

Russell is survived by his children; Joshua Potter, John Potter, Shawda Keich, Jake Potter and Joseph Potter and the mother of his children Diane Potter. He also leaves behind his siblings; George Potter and his wife Doris, Sherry Peer and her husband Albert, Anna Peer and her husband John and Kevin Reed and his wife Laura, and 2 granddaughters. In addition to his parents, he preceded in death by a brother Roger Potter and his step-father who raised him Russell Reed.

Abiding with his wishes all services will be held privately.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home and Cremation Services, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.

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10/04/2025

Gregory Portway

Gregory A. Portway, 66, of Hackettstown, New Jersey passed away on October 2nd, 2025 at Hackettstown Medical Center with his loving family by his side. Gregory was born in Manhattan, NYC to Thomas and Ann Portway, and grew up in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

Gregory earned his Bachelor's Degree from Ramapo College. He was employed as a Paint Associate at Home Depot for the past 14 years. Prior to that he was employed at Rockaway Bedding as Inventory Manager until they closed. Gregory was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan, music lover, particularly to Jimmy Buffet, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, and the Good Rats. He was an avid car, Nascar, Indy, and Formula 1 enthusiast for decades. He also volunteered as a course observer and safety worker for CART/INDY. Gregory was a true animal whisperer, always making friends with whatever animal he crossed paths with especially, cats and dogs. And when he had a couple minutes to himself, Gregory could be found in the kitchen devising up his own new culinary creations, and playing the role of Mr. Mom to his family. He will always be remembered for his wit, humor, and devotion to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all.

Gregory is survived by his loving wife, Marianne of 33 years, and cherished daughters, Shannon and Erica; his siblings Ann Cooney and Douglas Portway. Also surviving are his Mother-in-Law Maria, Brother and Sister-in-Law, Ralph and Sally, as well as 15 nieces and nephews.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Friday, October 10th, 2025 from 4-8 PM at the

Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840 and again on Saturday,

October 11, 2025 from 10-11 AM. Funeral service will immediately follow the visitation at 11 AM on Saturday in the funeral home. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery in Hackettstown.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the

Rhodes to Recovery Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research and Education Fund.

Please make the check out to: NYMC Note: Ped. Hematology/Oncology Research and Education Fund - Rhodes to Recovery

Please mail your checks to:

NYMC

c/o Mitchell S. Cairo, MD

38 Wright's Mill Road

Armonk, NY 10504

ATTN: Rhodes to Recovery Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Research and Education Fund.

Or a donation can be made to Tunnel to Towers (T2T.org) in his name.

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10/01/2025

Marina Lopez

Marina Lopez, 89, of Hackettstown, NJ (formerly of Bloomfield, New Jersey) passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025 in Morristown, New Jersey.

Marina was born on August 13, 1936 in San Pedro Sula, Hondorus to the late Jose and Petrona Munoz.

Marina was of Catholic faith. She was employed at Red Wallet Connection as a packer until her retirement in 2012. She married the love of her life Antonio Lopez Durand in 1991. Marina enjoyed coloring and doing word search. She will be sadly missed.

Marina is survived by her devoted husband Antonio Lopez Durand, her loving children; son Oscar Munoz, her daughter, Haydie Lopez, cherished grandchildren; Alex Munoz, Nicholas Lopez, caring Sister Gloria Altamirano, and her niece Sandra Altamirano.

Donations can be made in Marina Lopez's name to Parkinson's Foundation

Funeral services have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home and Cremation Services, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.

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09/03/2025

Reginald Wagner

Reginald Wagner, 87, of Long Valley, NJ (formerly of Westfield, New Jersey) passed away peacefully on August 31, 2025 at Spring Grove Rehab in Providence, NJ.

Reginald was born on February 13, 1938 in Munich, Germany to the late Hans and Maria Wagner.

Reginald was of Catholic faith. He was very social and outgoing. After high school he attended a Trade School for baking in Germany. While in Germany, he was employed at many fine hotels and restaurants where he mastered his baking skills. Upon moving to the United States he married the love of his life Marjorie E. Siday. They married in 1972 and together celebrated 53 years of marriage. Reginald took pride in co-owning the Mendham Bakery with his partner John Glasser. He formed lifetime relationships and friends. He retired in 2004. Reginald fluently spoke five languages; English, German, Italian, French and Swiss. He was an avid hiker, and was a member of the Tri State Ramblers Club and helped to maintain trails for the Appalachian Mountain Club. He was very athletic and enjoyed all outdoor sports such as; tennis, skiing, kayaking, canoeing, gardening and soccer. He also was an avid reader. Above all he loved his family and friends. He will be sadly missed.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Marjorie Wagner, his children, Marcus Wagner and his wife Kimberly, Erica Wagner and granddaughter, Brianna Marie Wagner.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Monday, September 22, 2025 from 12-1 PM at Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Memorial service celebrating Reginald's life will immediately follow the visitation at 1:00 PM in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Spruce Run Memorial VFW, Post 5119, 179 Main Street, Glen Gardner, NJ 08826

Funeral services have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home and Cremation Services, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.

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08/18/2025

Edith Brajer

Edith E. Brajer, 92, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025 at home with her loving family at her side.

Edith was born on August 31, 1932 in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey to the late Amabile and Sarah Brasile.

Edith was a graduate of East Rutherford Catholic High School. She married the love of her life, Stanley Brajer in 1953. Together they celebrated 67 years of marriage prior to his passing in 2020. Edith was also called by her relatives and closest friends "New New", "Nunn" and "Ma" by her sons. Edith was an electrical technician doing computer modules for a firm in Morris Plains until her retirement in 2005. She enjoyed playing Bingo every Tuesday at the Portland, Pa Firehouse and every Friday at St Jude's in Budd Lake, NJ. She was an avid reader. Edith took pride in cooking for her family and friends specializing in her Italian Gravy and mouthwatering meatballs along with her famous Cream Puffs. Edith was devoted to her family and cherished the time she spent with them.

She is survived by her sons; Stanley Brajer JR. and his wife Linda, Michael Brajer and his ex-wife Deirdre, loving grandchildren; Michael Mario and his wife Christina, Lauren Elizabeth, Stanley Charles and his wife Hannah, Mark Angelo, Nicole Marie and cherished Great Grandchildren; Michael Robert and Oliver. She is also survived by her sisters Sarah and Rebecca.

In addition to her parents Edith is predeceased in death by her beloved husband Stanley Brajer.

Honoring Edith's wishes, all services will be private.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

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08/03/2025

Charese Johnson

Charese T. Johnson, 50, of Belvidere, NJ passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2025 at home.

Charese was born on August 25, 1974 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to the late Roger Blount and Pamela Johnson.

Charese earned her Bachelor's degree from Salisbury College. She was an aspiring baker, avid reader and animal lover whose absolute favorite activity was simply spending time with her friends. Known for her infectious laugh, everyone knew time spent with Charese would turn into hours of belly splitting laughter and fun. She will be remembered as a fun loving, free spirit who loved life and was a true friend.

She is predeceased by parents, step-father and brother - Michael "Mikey" Cobb; survived by her sister - Michelle Cobb; nieces and nephews; Jordan Peter, Alysianna Rosales-Cobb, Armando Rosales-Cobb, Juliana Rosales-Cobb, Cortez Rosales-Cobb and Josiah Rosales-Cobb. aunts, cousins and many dear close friends.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Thursday, August 7, 2025 from 3-5:00 PM at Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. Funeral Service celebrating Charese's life will immediately follow the visitation at 5:00 PM in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charese's name to the Somerset Regional Animal Shelter, 100 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ 07708

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

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08/01/2025

Ann Gerhardt

Ann W. Gerhardt, 81, of Parsippany, NJ passed away peacefully on July 26, 2025.

Ann was born on September 26, 1943, to the late Oscar and Antonia Stuber.

Ann was employed as a receptionist at Del Barton for many years, retiring in 2017. She was a devout Catholic and very active in her church. She was very a talented musician and enjoyed singing in the church choir. She also played the organ and piano. She enjoyed spending time with her friends at Paul's Diner. She loved children and fostered many over the years. She will be greatly missed.

Ann is survived by her son, David Gerhardt, her loving nephews; Jon Stuber and his wife Kathy, Dave Stuber and his wife Eileen, Daniel Stuber and his wife Deborah and niece; Debra Fiscus and her husband Joel and many great nieces & nephews. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son Joseph Gerhardt, and her 2 brothers Arthur and Walter Stuber.

Honoring her wishes, all services will be held privately.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840

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07/28/2025

Elaina Rewiski

Elaina Rewiski, 81, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025 at her home.

Born in Newark, New Jersey on September 13, 1943. Daughter of the late Anna Storozuk Rewiski and William Rewiski.

Elaina moved to Hackettstown in 1957 from Kearny, New Jersey. She was a graduate of Hackettstown High School class of 1961. She went on to further her education and earned degrees from Centenary College for Women, East Stroudsburg University and Seton Hall University.

Elaina was a teacher in Hackettstown for thirty five years, retiring in 2000. She was a volunteer at Hackettstown Medical Center for seventeen years in the pharmacy department. She moved to Heath Village in 2013 where she volunteered with several organizations on campus. She was a former member of Our Lady of the Mountain Catholic Church choir and rosary altar society. She was also a member of the National Education Association, New Jersey Retired Education Association and the Warren County Education Association.

She is survived by an Aunt in Phoenix, Arizona and several cousins.

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 from 9 - 10:30 AM, at Maguire Memorial Home, 124 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM at the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 302 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. Burial will take place at Pequest Union Cemetery in Great Meadows, NJ

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07/18/2025

Lina Gioino

Lina Lee Gioino, 90, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025.

Lina was born on March 17, 1935, in Newark, NJ to the late Charles and Mary Funicelli.

Previously of Southampton, NJ, and Bloomfield, NJ, Lina moved to Hackettstown in 2023. Prior to her retirement in July of 2003, she was employed as an insurance agent at William H. Connolly & Co. for 21 years. Lina enjoyed watching soap operas and the Hallmark Channel. She was an avid Disney fan and loved animals, particularly dogs. Above all she loved her family and cherished every moment spent with them.

Lina is survived by her loving sons: Charles Gioino and his wife Sara, Kevin Gioino and his wife Maria, and 6 treasured grandchildren: Charly, Frankie, Bailey, Andie, Nicholas and Anthony. Lina was preceded in death by her eldest son Andrew Gioino.

Honoring her wishes, all services will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lina's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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07/15/2025

Betty Le Clair

Betty Jean LeClair, 97, of Hackettstown, NJ passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, with her loving family by her side.

Betty was born on March 19, 1928, in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania to the late Edward and Beulah Heimbach.

She was a graduate of Pottstown High School class of 1946. Betty married the love of her life Leighton LeClair Sr. in 1947. Together they celebrated 62 years of marriage prior to his passing in 2009. Betty was an avid reader, enjoyed quilting, ceramics, and water color painting, and was a long-time Girl Scout leader. She also enjoyed traveling and socializing. She enjoyed life, and until very recently was still reading, playing board games, and taking her daily walks. Above all she loved her family and friends and cherished every moment spent with them. She will be greatly missed.

Betty is survived by her loving children: Leighton H. LeClair Jr. and his wife Lisa of Florida, Linda McDermott and her husband Robert of North Carolina, and Lisa Turner and her husband Ralph of Maine. She also leaves behind 8 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, sisters Nancy Englehart of Pennsylvania, and Joanne Reider of Ohio, and sisters-in-law Sandra Heimbach of Ohio, Sandy Heimbach of Pennsylvania, and Dorothy LeClair of Massachusetts. In addition to her husband Leighton, she was preceded in death by her brothers Robert, Richard, and Douglas Heimbach.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Fairview Cemetery, 317 W. Philadelphia Avenue, Boyertown, PA 19512. A memorial service will be held at Riverwalk Village (House of the Good Shepherd), 798 Willow Grove St, Hackettstown, NJ .on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 10:30 AM with a reception and lunch to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Betty's name to Easter Seals, Attn; Online Giving Coordinator, 233 South Wacker Dr., Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60606 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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