All Obituaries

Lorraine A. "Lori" Swaim, a beloved teacher and cherished member of the Millville, NJ community, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13th, 2026. She was born in Millville, and was a lifelong resident. Lori dedicated her career to nurturing young minds as a teacher at R.M. Bacon Elementary School in Millville, New Jersey for the past several years. Her passion for teaching and her ability to connect with her students left an indelible mark on thousands of lives over the years. ...

Wilfredo Cortes, affectionately known to many as "Glassboro", a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28th, 2026, at his residence in Millville, NJ. He was born in the town of Salto Abajo, Utuado, Puerto Rico, where his journey began. Wilfredo was a man of many talents and passions. He dedicated much of his life to his craft as a baker at Mister Donut in Millville, NJ, where he was known for his warm smile and ...

Kathleen T. Chichura, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026.  Born in Millville, New Jersey, Kathleen dedicated her life to caring for others, both in her personal life and through her profession as a registered nurse at Bridgeton Hospital in Bridgeton, NJ. Her compassion and dedication to her patients and colleagues left a lasting impact on all who knew her. Kathleen was preceded in death by her cherished husband, ...

Terri Lynn Powell, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished friend, left this world peacefully on Monday, August 17th, 2026. Born and raised in Millville, NJ, and residing in Vineland, NJ for many years, Terri dedicated her life to her family and her community. As a devoted homemaker, Terri created a warm and loving environment for those she cherished most. She also spent several joyful years working at Family Dollar in Millville, where she made many dear ...

John Alexander Merillo, age 57, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026. Born in Staten Island, New York, John was a longtime resident of Millville, NJ. John dedicated his professional life to his work as a diesel mechanic for several companies over the years, most recently at the Cumberland County Improvement Authority in Rosenhayn, New Jersey. Known for his skill and dedication, he took great pride in working with his hands, a passion that extended beyond his career and into ...

Claudia (Delair) Prichett, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at the age of 75. Claudia was born on February 14, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Fredrick and Nettie Delair. She grew up in South Philadelphia, where she spent her childhood surrounded by family and began creating the memories that would remain with her throughout her life. On June 16, 1973, Claudia married the love of her life, George O. Prichett, at Old St. ...

Janet Lynn LeBlanc, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Millville, NJ community, passed away on Saturday, August 8th, 2026. Born in Vineland, New Jersey, Janet was a lifelong resident of the area, dedicating her life to her family and her work. She was a devoted cafeteria and bus aide at Vineland Public Schools, where she touched the lives of countless students and colleagues with her kindness and dedication. Janet also worked for St. Mary's School over the years, ...

Barbara Ann Olson, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 1st, 2026. Barbara was a cherished resident of Millville, NJ, where she spent most of her life, creating a warm and loving home for her family and friends. Barbara was born in Hoboken, New Jersey, to Rudolph Civtan and Mary Runge, who preceded her in death. She was a devoted homemaker, dedicating her life to nurturing her family and creating a welcoming environment filled with ...

John William Biederman, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026. He was a longtime resident of New Port Richey, FL, and Deptford, NJ. John was a dedicated truck driver for Weyerhauser in Barrington, New Jersey, where he worked tirelessly to provide for his family. His passion for working on cars was well-known, and he spent countless hours tinkering and perfecting his craft. John also had a deep love for ...

John Michael Lee Jr., age 53, passed away on Friday, July 17th, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Bridgeton, NJ, John later moved to Millville, NJ, where he continued to touch the lives of many with his warmth and humor. John was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, and friend. He is survived by his devoted parents, John Lee Sr. and Peggy Lee, his loving wife, Jennifer G. Lee, and his cherished children, Abigail, Alyssa, and John. He also leaves behind his ...