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e-Bituaries

Heartfelt Stories

Goodbye experience planning is giving our guests more control than ever. With an increasing desire to have a say, more and more guests are including a well thought out e-bituary. An e-bituary identifies and communicates to the community, the passing of a wonderful life and announces visitation, Remembrance Gathering or memorial information.


When writing the e-bituary it's important to capture heartfelt moments, sharing a life history, recounting accomplishments, including hobbies, interests and memberships enjoyed for years and of course the people who were near and dear. E-bituaries should be a crafted, meaningful tribute that convey personality clearly introducing celebrations and other relevant information.


Due to high cost, demanding deadlines and potential, unnecessary, extended wait periods for newspaper publishing, more and more guests are choosing a longer, in-depth and highly detailed heartfelt story that is posted here online. Our “e-bituaries” are immediately available to tag, share, email and print. Our "E-bituaries" engage friends, family and our community by including a tribute wall of photographs and an online video with no additional fees.


NOTICE - Obituary and funeral service information that appear on other websites have no connection to Creran Celebration Etherington & Creran Funeral Homes or crerancelebration.com. 


Several third-party obituary aggregator websites use AI algorithms to scrape content from funeral home websites. Often, the information posted is inaccurate and outside the control of Creran Celebration. It is always best to rely on
crerancelebration.com or the funeral home's social media including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for continual up-to-date information. Our guests can always subscribe for e-mailed e-bituary alerts at crerancelebration.com

Mary Carmen Maista

Mary Carmen Maista

Dec 22, 2024

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On December 22, 2024, Mary C. Maista (nee Santana) passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 74. 

Mary was the much-loved daughter of the late Mary C. Santana and John Santana. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony Maista Jr and dear sister of the late Hector Santana,...

Maria C Wood

Maria C Wood

Dec 21, 2024

Maria C. Wood (nee Hudson), age 73 of Mantua, made her departure from this world in the early hours of Saturday, December 21, 2024, surrounded by her family. Maria is survived by her daughter, AnneMarie Moorer. She is the proud grandmother of Maximos and his wife Kristy Velahos) and Mason Moorer. Maria spent most of her life being an incredible...

Glenn G. "Turk" Thomas

Glenn G. "Turk" Thomas

Dec 18, 2024

We could all use this advice from an old farmer; 

Life is simpler when you plow around the stump. The best sermons are lived, not preached. Live a good, honorable life… Then when you get older and think back, you’ll enjoy it a second time. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God. Most times, it just gets...

Doris D. Panagos

Doris D. Panagos

Dec 16, 2024

Doris D. Panagos (nee Pearce), age 76 of Gloucester, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, December 16, 2024. 

Doris was born in Camden and had been a longtime Gloucester neighbor. She made her career working as part of the Teamsters Local 676 in Collingswood and is survived by her loving husband James Panagos. She is also survived and will be...

Susan E. Knight

Susan E. Knight

Dec 8, 2024

Susan E. Knight, age 67, of Westville, passed away on December 8, 2024, at Virtua - Lourdes Hospital in Camden. 

Sue was born in Audubon and was a graduate of Gateway High School, class of 1975. She loved people in a caring way and always took charge. Sue was a good cook. She had been a lifetime member of the National...

Diana M Souder

Diana M Souder

Dec 5, 2024

What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, and hope for the future. We follow traditions that our parents set, that their parents taught them and their parents brought with them. The Danish brought us cookie cutters, the Italians brought us caroling and the seven fishes and the Germans brought wreaths, mulled wine, and candy...

George B Schaffer, Jr.

George B Schaffer, Jr.

Nov 29, 2024

Laugh at yourself, but don’t ever aim your doubt at yourself. Be bold. Laughter is the sun that drives winter from our faces.” 

George B. Schaffer, Jr. lived life with a big heart, an unforgettable laugh, and his famous motto, “Party on.” His laughter, unmistakable and infectious, could light up any room—or carry across it. George was jovial, outgoing, and larger...

Patricia A Karlsen

Patricia A Karlsen

Nov 20, 2024

When the raindrops come tumbling, you’re the only one who can fill the world with sunshine. Do more of what makes you happy, spread joy and happiness wherever you go, the greatest beauty comes from within. Kindness conquers all. Stay true to your heart and never let the dream end. Patricia A. “Patsy” Karlsen (nee Harris) was outgoing, funny and...

Frank G. Pooley

Frank G. Pooley

Nov 19, 2024

Frank G. Pooley, Jr., age 58, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Deptford on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Frank, known affectionately by many as "Buffalo," "Big Frankie," and "Frances," was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a man with a heart as big as his nickname, always quick with a joke and ready to share...

Gloria L. Dooley

Gloria L. Dooley

Nov 2, 2024

Gloria Lillian Dooley Gloucester City - Passed peacefully 11/2/2024; Aged 58 yrs. Gloria L. was born December 27, 1965 to Woodrow A. Dooley, Sr. (Ann) and the late Gloria Jean (Walters) Dooley. Gloria L. grew up in Gloucester City and was educated at St. Mary's, Gloucester Catholic HS and Gloucester City High School. Gloria L. And Anibal "Andy" Gonzalez, her...

Melissa Byrnes

Melissa Byrnes

Oct 31, 2024

Melissa Byrnes, age 37 of Gloucester, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Melissa was born in Washington Twp. and had been a Gloucester City neighbor. She leaves to cherish her memory, her parents, Marlene and her husband Jeffrey Maxie and Michael Byrnes. She is also survived by her son Andre Sojo, her siblings, Shane Maxie...

Donald Henry Allison

Donald Henry Allison

Oct 27, 2024

Donald H. Allison, age 83 of Gloucester, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, at Samaritan Inpatient Hospice in Voorhees. 

Mr. Allison was born in Camden and had been a longtime Gloucester neighbor. He relished his walks around Gloucester City. In colder months he was easily spotted by his signature wool cap and padded denim jacket. He was generous too, as...

James R Lannon, Sr.

James R Lannon, Sr.

Oct 23, 2024

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On October 23, 2024, James R. Lannon, Sr. passed away peacefully at home, relieved of all pain & suffering. Jim is surely zipping through the Heavens on his Harley or one of his many beloved Corvettes. 

The world is full of wonder, all we have to do is look around & see...

Robert F Ludwick, Sr.

Robert F Ludwick, Sr.

Oct 15, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert F. Ludwick, Sr., who departed this world peacefully at the Berlin Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Berlin, NJ, just days after celebrating his 89th birthday. A devoted father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Robert’s legacy of love and kindness will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew...

Peter J. Landini

Peter J. Landini

Oct 14, 2024

Peter J Landini, 67, of Salem, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 14, 2024, at Inspira Hospital, Salem. Mr. Landini contributed to the manpower of our great nation upholding the ideals of our American freedoms in, first, the United States Marine Corps. He then spent 10 subsequent years serving in the United States Army. Peter is survived by his wife,...

Clare D Critchfield

Clare D Critchfield

Oct 14, 2024

Clare Delores Critchfield (nee Gardner) passed away peacefully at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital with her daughter by her side. Clare is predeceased by her loving parents Lloyd and Alma (Zimmerman) Gardner, her brother Harvey Gardner, her dear aunt and uncle Delores and Corky Carr (Teetie & Unkie), and her cousin Wayne Carr. She will be deeply missed by her...

Bette C Bowne

Bette C Bowne

Oct 12, 2024

Bette C Bowne (nee Cocker), a cherished soul composed of love and resilience, who touched the lives of many, unexpectedly passed away at her home in Oaklyn on Saturday, October 12, 2024. Bette lived a life of, dedication, with a steadfast spirit that inspired everyone around her.

For many years, she made her mark in banking. Her professional journey flourished at...

Cecilia R Rosemiller

Cecilia R Rosemiller

Oct 6, 2024

Cecilia R. Rosemiller (nee Amodei), passed away peacefully in the early morning of October 6 at the extraordinary age of 96.Born in Philadelphia on February 9, 1928 into a large family of 12 siblings, Cecilia married her beloved late husband Nicholas at the age of 17 and never looked back. For 69 years she and Nick cultivated a home filled...

Violet S. Farkas

Violet S. Farkas

Oct 2, 2024

Violet S. Farkas, (nee Jones), age 99 passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Born in Fairview, New Jersey, Mrs. Farkas was a longtime resident of Collingswood and enjoyed summers with family in Ocean City, New Jersey. In her later years, she resided in Audubon. Mrs. Farkas met her late husband while they both served our country during World...

Larry G. Melrose

Larry G. Melrose

Oct 2, 2024

It’s the sweet, simplest things in life that are the real ones after all. They are the most extraordinary and bring the most happiness. Larry G. “Mel” Melrose was a quiet, kind, and gentle soul who filled his days with life’s simple things. If we can all treat each other as if we were geniuses, poets, and artists, we have...

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