05/05/2026
Mary J. Hovsepian
Age: 95 of Haddonfield
(nee Wojtkowiak) On May 5,2026. Life long love and beloved wife of the late Kohran “Harry” Hovsepian, Mary’s partner and faithful companion in every aspect of her life. Dear sister-in-law of the late Jack Hovsepian and cherished aunt of the late Christopher Hovespian.
Mary and Harry will be remembered as long-time owners of the oriental rug department at Strawbridge & Clothier based in Philadelphia and D.H. Holmes in New Orleans, where they made so many friends and memories, and where they mentored many people who worked for them.
Mary will be deeply missed by her loyal companions, Ginger and Muffin, as well as her many friends and acquaintances. Mary was grateful for the amazing loving care that she received in recent years from Nancy, Michelle, Carol and Julie.
Mary had a strong philanthropic spirit. She was a devoted donor to many charities including Fox Chase, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Cooper Hospital and the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. Mary was a fierce defender and supporter of all animals. Her home was a popular destination for her many friends of God’s animal kingdom.
All are invited to Mary’s greeting on Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10-10:45 a.m. at Christ the King RC Church, 200 Windsor Ave., Haddonfield, New Jersey; where Mary’s Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:45 a.m. Interment will take place at Locustwood Cemetery in Cherry Hill, NJ. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Mary’s name may be made to Animal Welfare Association, 509 Centennial Blvd, Voorhees Township, NJ 08043 ( https://www.awanj.org/ ).