Carey, Gorman "Ray", Jr., of Woodbine, left us to go to his Lord and Savior to ride forever in heaven on February 27, 2022. Ray was born at Our Lady of Lourdes in Camden, August 6, 1953 to Gorman Ray Carey Sr. and Audrey Carey (née Stone). Ray grew up in Merchantville NJ and graduated from Pennsauken High School; he was also a graduate of ACCC. Ray was a carpenter by trade for most of his life. Ray leaves to mourn his passing his mother, Audrey, his loving wife of 28 years, Lauri (née Heuer); his daughter, Samantha (Alejandro); his son, Gorman Ray Carey III (Krystal); his sisters, Michaelan (Chuck) Bickhart, Kathleen (Lee) Duffield, Theresa (Ricky) Krause and Laura Hehre; his brothers, Greg and David (Sue); his brothers-in-law, Wayne Harrigan, Chip Heuer (Dawn), and Gregg Heuer(MaryJo); his sister-in-law, Linda Sacco; his grandchildren, Kassandra and Preston Carey; and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 5, 2022 at Wimberg Funeral Home, 211 East Great Creek Rd, Galloway NJ. Full obituary.

Vera Charlotte Hyncik (nee Zydor), a resident of Wiley in Marlton, formerly of New York City, Merchantville, and Mt Laurel, died on February 26, 2022 at age 93. Her husband of 70 years, Bill Hyncik, predeceased her in 2019. She is survived by her loving family, daughter Holly Sukenik (John), son, William (Marilyn), seven grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren.Vera and Bill's third child, Lee Jay, passed in 1984. While the children were in school, Vera pursued her nursing career at Cooper Hospital, and also served on the Merchantville PTA and Board of Education. Relatives and friends are invited to her visitation on Saturday March 19th from 10-10:30 AM at the Wiley Church, 101 East Main St., Marlton, NJ. Full obituary.

Marine Cpl. Roland Scarinci recently visited Saint Peter Parish in Merchantville not only to entertain the senior ministry with his lifelong harmonica skills, but to celebrate his 99th birthday. “I’m so honored to be invited here. I love every one of you,” Scarinci gushed before pulling out his harmonica to play classics such as “God Bless America,” “Let Me Call You Sweetheart” and “New York, New York.” In addition to music, Scarinci captivated about 40 senior citizens gathered in Pastors Hall for the parish’s monthly Senior Ministry Program with stories from his past and present. They included tales of his Philadelphia upbringing; World War II service in the South Pacific; the good vibes he still tries to bring to his hometown, and his courtship and marriage to his beloved wife, Gloria. Bobbie Bradley, director of Saint Peter’s Senior Ministry, the first senior ministry in the Diocese of Camden, praised Scarinci’s powerful presence and joy-filled spirit. “He’s an incredible human being who fought for our country with valor and strength.”

Tom Torok, 73, of Merchantville, a “lifelong journalist” in his own words, an indispensable and tireless reporter and editor at The Inquirer and New York Times, a trailblazing expert on data-driven journalism, a website developer, international teacher, mentor, lecturer, and veteran, died Sunday, March 6, at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden. In addition to his wife, Cece, son, Stephen Torok (Sarah Taylor), and daughter, Elena, Mr. Torok is survived by former wife Lena Maria Cooper, a sister, and other relatives. Three brothers died earlier. Visitation with the family is to be from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 12, at the Falco, Caruso & Leonard Funeral Home, 6600 Browning Rd., Pennsauken Township, N.J. 08109. A memorial service is to follow. Interment is private. Donations in his name may be made online to the n-ost border crossing journalism project to support journalists in Ukraine. Read more from The Inquirer.

There's so much happening at The Station this Friday, February 11th! Join Ms. Christen from the Merchantville Branch of the Camden County Library System for Story Time at 10 a.m. followed by Valentine's Day Cookie Decorating from 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. Need a special gift for the special person in your life? Don't miss the Valentine's Art Market upstairs in the Eilandarts Center from 4:00-9:00 p.m. Don't miss a thing and be sure to subscribe to our events page!

Merchantville School will hold its second Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, Jan. 26, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium, 130 S. Centre Street. The clinic is open to all and does not require an appointment. MES is partnering with NJDOH and Bell Rexall Pharmacy to host children and adults needing COVID-19 vaccination. First, second and booster doses are available from Pfizer, Moderna and J&J. The CDC has now approved children aged 5-12 years to receive a booster dose if their last shot was given at least five months ago

Apply today for an open position as a Special Education Teacher Grade 5. Maternity Leave Position for the remainder of the school year. Must have certification – Teacher of Students with Disabilities. Benefits Included. Salary based on Local Union Agreement. Resource Room Grade 5 and Enrichment Grades 1 & 4. For consideration, forward a cover letter and resume as soon as possible to: J. Scott Strong - Chief School Administrator, Merchantville School. Email:  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.   (Preferred). Mail:  130 S Centre Street, Merchantville, NJ 08109. For more information about the district, please visit our website www.merchantvilleschool.org

Kathleen Kichula (née Mulderig), 75, a Merchantville for many years, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2022. She was the loving mother of Maureen Councillor (Thomas Bintliff, deceased) and Meredith Romea (Michael). Adored grandmother of four cherished grandchildren (Joshua, Madeline, Isabel and Ian) and former spouse of Bernard M. Kichula, deceased. Kathe was the dear sister of Pauline Smizer (Ed), John Mulderig (Susan) and Colleen Gangemi (Frank). Kathe was a registered nurse who spent her successful professional career caring for others including hospice patients and later, children with special needs at the Kingsway Learning Center. She was an avid reader, gardener, quilter and genealogist who enjoyed theater, Celtic music, Victorian architecture, Cape May and the beaches of LBI. Giving was a one - way street for her; her reward coming from seeing another relieved and supported. Full obituary at www.mathisfuneralhome.com. 

Mayor Ted Brennan shares a two-minute video for a quick Borough update on coming events, new restaurants and the opportunity to give your input on the downtown in a new survey. And, don't forget to sign up for The Borough Brief so you can follow weekly news in town via our e-newsletter.