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04/09/2026

Irene Palombi of Myrtle Beach S.C. was called to Heaven after a beautiful life spanning 91 years.

She is pre-deceased by her husband of 68 years John Palombi which we lost just three months ago; she is survived by her loving sons and “daughters” Peter and Judy Palombi of Parker Colorado, Robert and Claire Palombi of Eastampton NJ, John Palombi of Dagsboro Delaware, James and Debbie Palombi of Lawrenceville NJ, Joseph and Cathy Palombi of Myrtle Beach S.C. with whom she resided, Paul and Maria Palombi of Lawrenceville NJ; fourteen grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

“Babci” enjoyed traveling, cruising, baking and spending time with her family. Irene will be lovingly remembered by everyone for her love of her family. “Babci” will be sorely missed by all, but she will certainly be watching over her family and friends as our new Guardian Angel because as she believed, we all have our Special Angels with us all the time!

The visitation for Irene will be held on Sunday, April 12, 2026 from1-4PM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

Funeral mass and interment will be held privately.

Due to constraints regarding floral arrangements imposed by the cemetery, in lieu of flowers, if you wish to make a donation in her name to the charity of your choice.

04/03/2026

David Adam Majofsky, 90, of Lawrenceville, NJ, passed away peacefully surrounded by his beloved family on March 29, 2026.

David was the son of the late Andrew Majofsky and Barbara Helleis Majofsky of Trenton, NJ, both born in German Hungarian villages on the Danube River in what is now Serbia and immigrated to the USA in the early 1900s. His grandparents were Lorenz and Barbara Blank Helleis, of Bucks County, PA.

Born in Trenton, NJ during a major snowstorm in 1936, David grew up in the Chambersburg section of the city and attended Immaculate Conception Elementary School. As a youth, David was a member of the Arbeiter Society (German Club) in Trenton and enjoyed close-knit family ties with the Majofsky/Helleis/Bauer families.

David graduated from Trenton Junior High #4 and Trenton Central High School. David was on the honor roll throughout junior high and high school and served as co-editor of his high school newspaper that received The International Honors Award in 1953. After high school, David graduated from Trenton Jr College and then transferred to Kansas State University where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.

David began studying music and stringed instruments (bass and viola) as a child – a passion that would remain a significant part of his life until he was no longer able to transport the very large instrument that he loved. Over the years, David played bass with several orchestras, including the Trenton Youth Orchestra, the University Civil Orchestra (Kansas State University), the Lower Merion Symphony, under conductor Dr. Sherman Leis; and, most recently, the Lawrence Reading Symphony Orchestra.

David’s community service began in his early years, when he, along with eight other musicians, performed a concert to benefit the YMCA in Trenton, NJ at St. Stephen’s Church. His philanthropy continued throughout his life, as he was a lifelong supporter of many religious and charitable organizations.

After college, David served in the 78th Regiment of the US Army. As sergeant, David was awarded “Soldier of the Cycle” in July 1966 at the Regiment Armory in Trenton, NJ. David served as drill instructor and was honorably discharged from the US Army in 1967. David was a very proud veteran of the Cold War/Cuban Missile Crisis era and wore his US Army hat until the day he passed. David loved his country and supported many US military branches. He had a hat representing every branch of the US military that he proudly wore to show his support.

Following his service to the country, David accepted employment as a civil engineer for the NJ Department of Transportation (Ewing, NJ), where he worked as a principal highway engineer and then supervising engineer until his retirement in 2001.

David lived a happy, full life, contributing actively and generously to country, community and family. He served Lawrence Township for many years as a volunteer worker for county, state and federal elections; he served on the Board of Directors of the Lawrence Senior Center in the capacity of Board Secretary until his passing; he was a member of the Saturday Evening Dance Club, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the German-American Club, the Loyal Order of Moose, and the Knights of Columbus.

Of all the roles that David held in life, perhaps his favorite “job” was that of stage manager/assistant to his beloved wife, Rose, of whom he was immensely proud. David was truly the wind beneath Rose’s wings for all her Cameo Club performances. As such, David was very proud to be one as the “Cameo Club Boys”. David was an accomplished dancer himself, enjoying ballroom dancing, swing, line-dancing, and Hawaiian dancing.

For decades, David and his wife Rose enjoyed traveling to Florida to spend time with their friends, attending the Mets spring training every year in Port St. Lucie, and converting to an avid Mets fan because he valued his life.

David was a bibliophile like no other. His book collection rivaled the county library. David also loved ships and has many beautiful ship models that he built with precision.

David was predeceased by his grandparents Lorenz and Barbara Helleis; his parents, Andrew and Barbara Helleis Majofsky; and his beloved first wife, Barbara Ann McDonough (nee Murphy), who passed away in 1979.

David is survived by his beloved wife, Rose (Raymond Serinaldi) Majofsky; his stepchildren, Claire Rose Hamm (Kim) of Ewing, NJ and Michael J. Serinaldi (Linda) of Texas; his grandchildren, Nicole Serinaldi (Justin) of Colorado; Daniel M. Serinaldi (Jory) of Texas; Dana R. Hamm of Ewing, NJ; and Kristopher E. Hamm of Ewing, NJ; two great-grandchildren, Michael Norman Serinaldi and Madelaina Sophia Rose Serinaldi, both of Texas; sister-in-law, Clara J. Stefane of Ewing, NJ; and many very special nieces and nephews whose love and support have been truly appreciated.

David is also survived by cousins Dennis J. Bauer (Donna); Susan Vaughan; Lea Hepler (Thomas); Daniel Penrith (Terry); Thomas Majofsky (Paula); Stephen Majofsky; George Majofsky (Elba); Carolyn Majofsky; and Kathleen Majofsky; and stepchildren from previous marriage, Patricia Slane (Alton) of PA; Barbara Kessler (Richard) of NY; and Roger Timothy McDonough (Darlys).

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:00AM at St. George’s Church, 1370 River Road, Titusville, NJ 08560.

Interment will be in the Holy Sepulchre Cemetery at 1001 Old Cedar Lane, Hamilton, NJ.

The visitation for David will be held on Monday evening from 4-7PM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

03/30/2026

Celina Slaba, 76, of Trenton, passed away on Saturday March 28, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Paproc Mala, Poland she resided in Trenton for over 36 years.

Daughter of the late Kazimierz Radgowski and Marianna Sekula. She is preceded in death by her brother Stanislaw Radgowski. She is survived by her loving husband Witold Slaby; daughters Edyta Peska, Iwona Adolf, Katarzyna Bochnak; granddaughters Martyna Peska, Melisa Peska, Jessica Adolf, Julia Bochnak, Scarlett Thomas; son-in-law Brian Thomas; great-granddaughter Mackenzie Brutus; sister Jadwiga Swiatkowska; many nieces and nephews in Poland and the U.S.A.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday April 1, 2026 at 10AM at St. Hedwig Roman Catholic Church located at 872 Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638.

Burial will be held at St. Hedwig Cemetery on Eggerts Crossing Road. Ewing, NJ.

The visitation for Celina will be held on Tuesday March 31, 2026 from 5-7 PM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

Celina Slaba, lat 76, mieszkanka Trenton, odeszła do wieczności w sobotę, 28 marca 2026 roku, w otoczeniu kochającej rodziny.

Urodzona w Paproci Małej w Polsce, mieszkała w Trenton przez ponad 36 lat.

Córka śp. Kazimierza Radgowskiego i Marianny Sekuli. Poprzedził ją w śmierci brat, Stanisław Radgowski. Pozostawiła w żałobie: kochającego męża Witolda Slabego; córki: Edytę Peskę, Iwonę Adolf, Katarzynę Bochnak; wnuczki: Martynę Peskę, Melisę Peskę, Jessicę Adolf, Julię Bochnak, Scarlett Thomas; zięcia Briana Thomasa; prawnuczkę Mackenzie Brutus; siostrę Jadwigę Świątkowską; a także liczne siostrzenice i bratanków w Polsce oraz w USA.

Msza Święta pogrzebowa zostanie odprawiona w środę, 1 kwietnia 2026 roku, o godzinie 10:00 rano w rzymskokatolickim kościele św. Jadwigi (St. Hedwig Roman Catholic Church), mieszczącym się pod adresem: 872 Brunswick Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08638.

Pochówek odbędzie się na cmentarzu św. Jadwigi (St. Hedwig Cemetery) przy Eggerts Crossing Road w Ewing, NJ.

Wystawienie ciała śp. Celiny odbędzie się we wtorek, 31 marca 2026 roku, w godzinach od 17:00 do 19:00 w domu pogrzebowym Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, pod adresem: 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

03/19/2026

Todd Patrick Willever, 55, of Columbus, NJ, passed away with his family at his side on Monday, March 9, 2026 at Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Trenton, NJ.

Born in Trenton, NJ, Todd was a former resident of Hamilton Township and Trenton before moving to Columbus. He was a graduate of McCorristin High School, Class of 1989. He is a retired Deputy Chief with the Trenton Fire Department after 29 years of dedicated service. Some of his hobbies included golfing, hunting, snowboarding, fishing, the Mansfield 10 Fantasy Football League, and coaching his children’s teams. He played ice hockey for the fire department and golfed with several groups, including the Choppers and the Trenton Mad Dog Golf Club.

Todd began his fire service at the Mercer County Airport Fire Department then joined the Trenton Fire Department in 1994.There, he worked his way from Probie to Deputy Fire Chief. While he loved every assignment, some of his fondest memories came from his long tenure as a Captain of Engine 3. He often talked about the brotherhood and camaraderie that made this house on South Broad Street his second home. He enjoyed training his crew, working in the community, and the occasional prank. He also tutored for Ignite Promotional Coaching to help his fellow firefighters grow and advance their careers.

Todd loved to give back, often volunteering with the Nicky Fifth Foundation, the Capital City Community Coalition, the NJFMBA, and the Old Barracks Museum. His greatest love, however, was his family. There was nothing he wouldn’t do for Lisa, Jessica, Patrick, and Tim. From annual New Hampshire ski trips to summers with their RV, Todd lived to make family memories. In 2024, they welcomed their beloved puppy, Linny, a puggle who remained faithfully by his side and, more specifically, on his lap.

On May 4, 2022, Todd was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), a lethal brain cancer with a 10-15 month prognosis. He underwent extensive brain surgery and shocked everyone when, two weeks later, he was back on the golf course. He completed treatments at UPenn, while also a patient of UCLA, and returned to the fire department until his retirement in 2023. In August 2024, after a small recurrence, Todd and Lisa drove cross country for a 3-month DCVAX immunotherapy clinical trial with renowned UCLA neurosurgeon, Dr. Linda Liau. For 46 months, Todd battled brain cancer like he approached life, fearless and with grit and determination. This treatment allowed him to see Patrick and Elizabeth get married, watch two seasons of Tim kick for The College of New Jersey Football team, and see Jessica and Mike get married.

Son of the late Clifford, Jr. and Patricia Willever; he is survived by his loving wife of 28 years Lisa nee Funari Willever; his adoring children Jessica and Mike Moore, Patrick and Elizabeth Willever, and Tim Willever; his siblings and their spouses Cliff and Kim Willever, Tammy and Henry Angelucci, Susan Masterpole, and Judy and Rich Piotrowski; his father-in-law and mother-in-law Reynold and Lorraine Funari; brothers and sisters-in-law Anthony and Faustiene Funari and Paula and Mike Agabiti, grandmother-in-law, June C. Funari, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, colleagues, and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 16, 2026 at 12:00PM Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

The visitation for Todd will be held on Sunday afternoon from 2-6PM and again on Monday morning from 10AM-12:00PM at the funeral home.

Interment will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to UCLA’s Heart of the Brain. Home - Heart of the Brain or the Old Barracks Museum www.barracks.org.

03/19/2026

Raymonde “Raye” Thuot Harrell, 79, of Ewing Township, NJ, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Raye was born in Somerville, NJ, and often shared memories of her childhood, especially her time in 4-H. She graduated from Bridgewater-Raritan High School in 1964 and received her bachelor's degree from Trenton State College, where she met her husband, Bruce. She went on to become a second-grade teacher at Wicoff Elementary School in the West Windsor-Plainsboro School District, where she spent many years doing what she truly loved.

She found happiness, doing the things she loved and giving to others. A few of her many hobbies were sewing, reading, gardening, baking, looking for shells on the beach, and bringing people together. She loved to entertain, shop, and travel, always finding joy in both the big moments and the small ones. Her creativity was contagious and something her children and grandchildren will carry on.

Above all, Raye was devoted to her family and friends. She was a loving wife, a caring mother, and a proud grandmother, willing to get up before 6 am to make breakfast, assist with parent drop-off and pickup, or just getting that one last thing our family needed. She was also a special and dear friend to many. She had a generous heart, a warm presence, and a way of making people feel comfortable and cared for. She will be deeply missed.

Daughter of the late Henri and Mathilde (Lucy) Thuot. She is survived by her loving husband, Bruce W. Harrell, of 50 years and her beloved daughters and their families. Renee and Michael Farrar, and their children Samuel and Kayla. As well as Jessica and Eric Glover, and their children Alison and Connor. And her sister, Jaqueline, and her husband, Francis Vedder and their children and families.

Honoring her wishes, services will be private. If you’d like to remember Raye, take a quiet moment for reflection, prayer, or simply do something kind for someone else.

Giving back was important to her, and she continued to volunteer at local libraries and with Special Olympics of New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Special Olympics of New Jersey, 1 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Way, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648 or to Feeding America, 161 North Clark Street, Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60601.

03/19/2026

Edward Thomas Callahan passed away peacefully on February 15th in his home at the age of 101. His positive zest for life and his sharp mind were with him until his last days. His sense of humor, his gift for storytelling, and his love for his family will be sorely missed.

Ed was the youngest of 4 sons born to John Callahan and Margaret Long Callahan - - both born in the Village of Dripsey in County Cork, Ireland. He grew up in the Irish neighborhood in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, and was educated in Catholic schools there. His strong Catholic faith was central to his life. Ed’s college education was interrupted by his enlistment into the Navy during WW II. He served as a gunner in Naval planes until 1945, and graduated from Manhattan College after the war. Ed’s gregarious personality made him a natural for a career in sales.

Although they grew up in the same neighborhood, it was not until the late 1940’s that Ed met our mother Theresa Cassidy. They married in 1950, and together raised six children in West Hempstead, NY. Ed was foremost a family man; his love for his parents, older brothers, his wife and children was evident to all who knew him. Ed and Theresa lived long full lives after raising their children and retiring from work, including a 20 year residency in California. They approached old age with the same positive outlook and resiliency that had served them well throughout life’s ups and downs. They celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary on July 15th, shortly before Theresa passed away on July 22nd, 2025.

Ed is survived by his son Patrick Callahan (Maryann Stark), his daughters Kathleen Henn (Douglas Henn) and Monica Kiely (Kevin Kiely), his son-in-law Barry Wallerstein, his grandchildren Jessica Callahan Farrell, Patrick Callahan, Daniel Callahan, Emily Wallerstein Baggs, Brian Wallerstein, Cassidy Wallerstein Parsons, Owen Henn, Tara Henn, and Erin Henn Kupferman, Katherine Kiely Brill, Meaghan Kiely, Thomas Kiely, Carolyn Kiely, and his great-grandchildren Ryan Farrell, Abby Farrell, Connor Farrell, Ava Baggs, Vivien Baggs, Jackson Callahan, and Callan Parsons. He was predeceased by his children John Callahan, Margaret Callahan Wallerstein, and Edward T. Callahan, Jr.

A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, March 14th at 11AM at Queenship of Mary Church, 16 Dey Road, Plainsboro, NJ 08536

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Until we meet again, may God hold him in the palm of His hand.

03/19/2026

Ellen Hargreaves, 84, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Serenity Hospice Unit at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Hamilton.

Born in Chevy Chase, MD, she was a longtime resident of Lawrence Twp. Ellen is a retiree of Blue Cross & Blue Shield, where she was a Health Insurance Specialist. She was a parishioner at The Church of St. Ann for many years. In addition to being an avid reader, Ellen loved playing cards, and visiting the casinos.

Daughter of the late James and Elinore Brophy; wife of the late William E. Hargreaves; sister of the late Mary Anne Miller, James Brophy, Joseph Brophy, Frank Brophy, Jane Thompson, and Mark Brophy; she is survived by her siblings Matthew and Sharon Brophy, Joan Brophy, Kathleen Tackacs, Julia Brophy, Anastasia and Russell Snyder, and many nieces and nephews; her dearest friends Loraine and Bob Merkle, Mary Ann Van Camp, and Anthony Hannawacker.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:30AM at The Church of St. Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

Entombment will be held at St. Mary’s Mausoleum, Hamilton.

The visitation for Ellen will be held on Friday morning from 10-10:30AM at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Ellen’s memory to The Church of St. Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

02/26/2026

John S. Toth, 79, of Ewing, NJ, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026 at Capital Health Regional Medical Center, Trenton, NJ.

Born in Trenton, NJ, John was a longtime resident of Ewing Twp. He was a Vietnam War veteran and loved his country, serving when called upon. After being honorably discharged from the Army, he soon became president of the Catholic Alumni club of the Diocese of Trenton, where he met and married the love of his life, Anita M. Toth (née Infantini). They moved into their home on Spruce Street and shortly after they were blessed with triplet sons. John was a retiree of the State of NJ, Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, where he was a clerk for many years. John was a parishioner of St. Hedwig Church. John was known for his curiosity as a young man, he had a great interest in technology and was an amateur radio operator with a thousand flashlights. He was an avid lover of science fiction, especially Star Trek and Doctor Who. John was a man who always had an appetite, right up until the very end he was asking for his favorite Spaghetti and Meatballs. His afternoon snack of choice was a Dunkin Donuts coffee and a Boston cream donut, but he would eat Anita’s potato salad at the drop of a hat. A great friend to all who knew him, he was always helping people out, from giving car rides to friends and family, picking up breakfast, lunch and dinner, and anything else you needed. John was a great lover of Philadelphia sports and was a longtime Eagles and Phillies fan. At home he was never without a newspaper, magazine or book in his hand, a lifelong lover of reading. But most all, John was a dependable friend, and best known for never complaining about anything too loudly, or only to his wife Anita. No responsibility was too heavy for him to shoulder, no request too small for him to try his best to accommodate.

Son of the late John and Mary Toth; he is survived by Anita, his wife of 46 years, his triplet sons Matthew, Joseph and Stephen Toth and their wives Sarah, Nadege and Cassie, and his three granddaughters Isabelle, Elise, and Josephine, his sister Susan Balestrieri, his brother-in-law Joseph X. Infantini, his niece Gina Kovaleski and nephew Daniel Balestrieri, his cousin Lucille Mirando, as well as many other cousins, great nieces and nephews. And last, but not least, his faithful companion Wilbur the beagle.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 2nd , 2026 at 10AM at St. Hedwig Church, 872 Brunswick Avenue; Trenton, NJ 08638. All funeral attendees are asked to arrive to the church no later than 9:45AM.

Interment will be held at St. Hedwig Cemetery, Ewing Twp.

The visitation for John will be held on Sunday, March 1st, 2026 from 2PM – 5PM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

Flowers are appreciated; however, In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in John’s memory to Disabled American Veterans, or Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County.

02/24/2026

Michele “Michael” Catalano,86, of Trenton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Termini Imerese, Sicily, Italy, he immigrated to the United States in 1972. Michele is a retiree of the Lawrence Township Board of Education, where he was employed as a custodian for many years. He was a parishioner at St. James Church for 49 years and also a member of the St. Calogero Society. Some of his hobbies included making his famous pastries, cooking, and he enjoyed playing soccer. he touched the lives of so many people that they fondly will be remembered as their own surrogate father and grandfather.

Son of the late Michele and Rosa Catalano, brother of the late Guisisepino (Guispina) Catalano, and Salvatori Catalano, brother-in-law of the late Pierro Randazzo, Felice Amari, and Giocchonno and Guispinna Amari he is survived by his wife Rosa Amari Catalano; his daughter and son-in-law Rosa and Donald Kennedy, his son and daughter-in-law Joseph and Jennifer Catalano; his grandchildren Taylor and Michael Kennedy, Hailey (Luis) Flores, Ashley, Morgan, and Mia Catalano; his great-granddaughter Saylor Jo; his brother and sisters-in-law Augustino (Giovanna) Catalano, and Carmela Catalano; his sister Teresa Randazzo, his sisters-in-law Anna Amari; brother-in-law Calogero (Cathy) Amari; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE VISITATION, MASS AND BURIAL HAVE BEEN POSTPONED TO WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2025.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00AM at Incarnation - St. James Parish, 1545 Pennington Road, Ewing, NJ 08638.

Interment will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Hamilton, NJ.

The visitation will be held on Wednesday morning from 8:30-10:30AM at Poulson &Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Michele’s memory to Parkinsons Research Foundation
www.parkinsonhope.org

02/12/2026

On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Nitza Yolanda Mariano received her heavenly wings. Nitza Yolanda was a devoted and loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She loved dancing, traveling, taking walks in the park, and was known for her infectious laugh.

Born in Santurce, Puerto Rico, to Emilio and Providencia Hernandez, Nitza moved to New York with her parents during her early life. Growing up in the Bronx, she enjoyed being part of a large family. Nitza met her husband, the late Porfirio A. Mariano, M.D., in New York. Eventually moving to New Jersey where she raised her two children. Nitza worked alongside her husband at his medical practice and served as an Auxiliary Board Member supporting the Hispanic American Medical Association (HAMA) of Central Jersey.

Nitza Yolanda is survived by her beautiful family; her daughter, Celeste Eppinger - wife of the late Michael Eppinger; her son and his wife, Angel and Jenny Mariano; her beloved grandchildren and their spouses - Adrianna and Davis Meiering and Brennan and Andrea Eppinger; her great-grandson, August Michael; as well as her four remaining siblings, and many nephews, nieces, and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 12:30PM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

The visitation for Nitza Yolanda will begin at 11:00AM until the time of the service.

Interment will occur immediately following the conclusion of the funeral services at the Lawrenceville Cemetery, 3001 Lawrenceville Road Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

Nitza loved all yellow flowers. In honor of her, the family is requesting all floral arrangements preferably be in yellow so that Nitza is surrounded by her favorite floral color.

02/12/2026

Daniel M. Markowski, of Newtown, Pennsylvania and formerly Lawrenceville, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.

Born in Trenton and raised in Lawrenceville, Dan was a graduate of Notre Dame High School. He continued his education at Belmont Abbey College, earning a degree in Political Science. While at Belmont Abbey, Dan discovered what would become one of the great passions of his life—golf—after joining the Golf Club.

Following college, Dan served as an intelligence agent in the Air National Guard. He continued to work alongside his father at the family business, Alma Offset Printing Company, where he led sales and marketing and ultimately retired as president after 50 years.

Dan was a man of many talents and interests. An avid sports enthusiast, he also had a deep appreciation for music and played the guitar, banjo, and harmonica. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting trips with his father, uncle, and other family members. His love of the outdoors took him on fly-fishing adventures from the Bahamas to the distant waters of Christmas Island. At home, he found peace fishing and crabbing on his boat in Barnegat Bay.

For over 45 years, his beach house on Long Beach Island became a beloved gathering place he shared with family and friends. Countless memories have been created there, each one a testament to Dan’s generosity and legacy.

Golf remained a steadfast passion throughout Dan's life. He traveled widely to play prestigious courses in South Carolina, Arizona, Mexico, Bermuda, and the world-renowned Pebble Beach. He was a member of Trenton Country Club before becoming one of the original members of Old York Country Club, his “second home.” There he won numerous tournaments, including Club Champion. Dan often said, “Golf is the barometer of life,” believing that when your golf game was good, life tended to follow.

Dan was predeceased by his father, M. Michael; his mother, Theresa (née Swartz); and his brother, James. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Bosco; his cherished stepson, Corey Liebowitz; his sister, Maryan Hargraves (Larry); his brothers, Richard (Eileen) and Michael (Karen); his nieces and nephew Jaclyn Rossi (Michael and their children), Jamie Hargraves, and Brandon Hargraves, as well as many cousins, golfing buddies and good friends.

A Celebration of Dan's Life will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 11:00AM-12:00PM at Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, 650 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. A prayer service will begin at 11:45AM.

02/12/2026

Norman Warren Fesmire, Jr. passed away quietly and peacefully at the age of 83 on January 29, 2026 in the Hospice Unit of RWJ Hospital following a long and brave battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

He was born on September 12, 1942 in Abington, PA. Norm graduated from Abington High School in 1960 and Franklin and Marshall College in 1964 and became a Member of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity, Upsilon Chapter. After his college graduation, he and his younger brother, Mark, spent the summer touring the states as far as California.

He attended the United States Naval Officer Candidate School in Newport, Rhode Island, graduating in March, 1965, an Ensign, trained at Pensacola, Florida, and Glynco, Georgia, where he received his Commission of Lieutenant. He was certified in AEW/ECM training (Airborne Early Warning radar and Electronic Countermeasures). Norm was sent to Southeast Asia in March of 1966 and completed 20 flights on combat missions in an active combat area and was awarded two Air Medals for combat missions flown in Vietnam. He became a Navigation Aviation Instructor involving weather reconnaissance (hurricane hunters) in Pensacola where he met his future wife, Georgia Holzworth. On March 22,1969 he and Georgia were married at NAS (Naval Air Station) Chapel. NAS Pensacola is best known for the precision-flying team known as the Blue Angels. Following Norm’s military discharge, they moved to New Jersey to begin raising their family. They have three sons, Douglass, Michael, and Peter. Norm was incredibly proud of his children and the warm-hearted, caring adults they have become. They have two grandchildren, Lucas and Mae, whom he cherished.

Norm was a member of the New Jersey Chapter of the Sons of the Revolution. His relative, Jacob Castor, fought in the Revolution in 1776 for American Independence. Thus began Norm’s love of history; he became an avid reader of that time period.

Norm had a satisfying and successful career as Project Manager working for the Budd Company manufacturing high-speed railcars for Amtrack in Philadelphia, PA. When the plant closed its doors, he was recruited by ABB (Asea Brown Boveri) and spent several years commuting to Elmira, NY. He was also employed by Sumitomo Corp. based in Washington D.C. Norm began his own business, NWF Transportation Consulting, Inc. which afforded him vast travelling experiences. He and Georgia travelled to many countries such as France, Sweden, Prague, Australia, and Italy over his lengthy working career. His weekends were highlighted with coaching soccer games on the fields in Pennington. His world revolved around these games which he loved. He very often stood by the fence during game time to get as close to the action as possible when not coaching.

Norm found time to pursue his favorite hobby, painting in oils. He was a member of Artist’s Choice painting group of Pennington, and looked forward each week to joining his fellow artists, even when his Parkinson’s was presenting difficulty. He was always buoyed by the group’s support and camaraderie. His paintings earned numerous awards including First Place in Oils in 2018 from the New Jersey State Senior Citizens Art Show held annually in East Windsor, NJ.

Norm and Georgia enjoyed retirement, spending time with and talking about their kids and grandchildren; gathering bets with them on the Super Bowl and; sitting on the patio in the summer with their friends and neighbors; going to local Estate sales; and watching British Midsomer Murder mystery movies, alongside their cat, Charlie, whom Norm was especially bonded.

Norm leaves behind his beloved wife of 57 years, Georgia, and three sons, Douglass, Michael, Peter, and grandchildren, Lucas and Mae. Also, a devoted and caring daughter-in-law, Leigh; Brother-in law, Jerry Holzworth and wife, Suzie; and many cousins. Norm will be dearly missed and always remembered for his integrity and enduring love for his family.

A celebration of his life will take place on Friday, February 13, 2026 from 10-11AM at The Church of St. Ann, 1253 Lawrence Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11AM at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to his favorite charities: Wounded Warriors Project ( www.woundedwarriorproject.org) or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude.org/donate).

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