Memorials
...Time Is Precious
As we attend our 50th High School Reunion let us not forget our classmates who walked the halls of SAHS along side us, but left us all too soon. We remember them and we miss them! As long as we say their name, they will be forever with us...their smiles, their wit and their memories. In memory...
John Abatto
January 15, 1958 - April 15, 2026.
John attended St Raphael's Grammar School. He had a deep appreciation for photography, technology and vintage electronics. He enjoyed being at the shore, long rides on his bike, and his younger years motorcycling.
Anthony Amantia
1958 -September 17, 1980.
Anthony was employed by Carmen Todaro Plumbing. He was a member of the Bordentown Elks 2085.
April 19, 1958 -September 20, 2011
Sharon attended St Anthony's Grammar School. She resided most of
her life in the Trenton and Hamilton Township area. She was known
for her big personality and lively spirit. She had two daughters.
Sharon Angeloni-Shelmet
Lisa Michelle Balkum
1958 -October 6, 2016.
Lisa attended Assumption Grammar School. She was born in Dover, Delaware and was raised in the Bordentown and Trenton
areas. She retired from the
NJ Department of Education. Lisa was an Ordained Eucharist Minister
at St. Anthony’s Church. She had many
nieces and nephews.
May 13, 1958 - October 16, 2019.
Domenick attended St Anthony's Grammar School. He was a longtime Trenton area resident before moving to
Florida . Dom graduated from Mercer County Community College. He was a hard worker and respected his opportunities. He was an accomplished guitar player and enjoyed entertaining others. He was self-employed and had two sons.
Domenick Bartolini
Mark Bauer
1958 - March 30, 1996.
Mark attended Immaculate Conception Grammar School. He was born in Trenton and was a life long area resident. He graduated from Mercer County Vocational Technical School.
June 2, 1959 - February 23, 2024.
Anthony attended St Anthony's Grammar School. He was born in Trenton where he spent his childhood, and spent many summers in Italy. He attended Notre Dame International School in Rome, Italy. He graduated from St. Josephs University and from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, earning his Doctor of Podiatric Degree and Fellow in the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Anthony relocated to Las Vegas where he was a skilled surgical specialist as well as chief of Podiatric Medicine at various hospitals. He was an Associate Professor of Podiatric Medicine. Anthony loved music and enjoyed playing guitar. He wrote songs and was both a vocalist and guitarist in a rock band during his college years. Anthony enjoyed the riding motorcycles. He was a world traveler, though he spent most summers in Cape May, NJ with his immediate family. He lit up every room he walked into with his bigger than life personality. He was very dedicated to his Catholic faith and became a member of the 3rd-Order Franciscans. Anthony shared his faith through his many acts of charity including involvement in prison ministry, caring for the podiatric needs of the homeless, and Discalced Carmelites of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph in Las Vegas. Anthony is survived by his fiancé, a son and a daughter.
Anthony Borgia
Barry Borgianini
1958 - April 9, 2025.
Barry attended St Raphael's Grammar School. He was raised in Trenton, and was a proud graduate of Trenton State College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science. His professional path reflected his varied interests-he studied accounting, worked in real estate sales, and served the community as a Notary Public.
Barry is surely missed by all who knew and loved him.
1958 - May 22, 1999.
David attended St Raphael's Grammar School. He was raised in Trenton, and was a proud graduate of Stockton State College. He owned Island Painting Company. He was a member of the Brigantine Elks Lodge 2428. He had a wife, Linda, and a daughter.
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David Bowker
September 3, 1958 - August 19, 2018.
Kathleen attended St Anthony's Grammar School. She was born in Trenton and was a longtime Allentown area resident. Kathy was a talented artist and made many stained glass pieces over the years. She is survived by her husband of 34 years, Mark.
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Kathy Callan - Szczepanski
1958 - May 15, 2025.
Ronald Brian Thaddeus Crosby attended St Anthony's Grammar School. Ron was a native of Trenton. Ginker relocated to Greer, SC. He was a retired regional manager in insurance sales. Ron was married and had six daughters, eighteen grandchildren and
one great-grandchild.
Ronald Crosby
1958 - May 28, 1999.
Michael attended St Anthony's Grammar School. He was born in Trenton and relocated to Pennsauken, NJ. He was a skilled carpenter with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, Local Union 8, Philadelphia.
Michael Cunningham
1958 - October 28, 2020.
Linda attended Immaculate Conception Grammar School. She was born in Trenton and was a lifelong area resident. She was employed as a supervisor with New Jersey Division of Motor Vehicles. Linda loved fishing. She was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Friends wrote about Linda: “Linda could bring a smile to anyone’s face” and “She had a heart of gold.”
Linda was the widow of the late Richard Sokolowski.
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Linda Dempsey-Sokolowski
March 27, 1958 - August 31, 2022.
Victoria attended St. Anthony's Grammar School. She built a life rooted in family and community. She dedicated her career to the State of New Jersey at the Ann Klein Forensic Center. Vicki approached her work with compassion and integrity, taking great pride in making a meaningful difference in her role. But more than anything, Vicki was an amazing mom. She loved her daughter Krista and her son Andrew deeply, and being their mother was the center of her world. She was also a proud grandmother to Jack and Callie. Though she did not have the opportunity to meet Callie, who was born after her passing, her love and presence will forever be felt as a guiding spirit in both of her grandchildren’s lives.
Vicki was a devoted daughter, sister, and friend, someone people could count on. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures, dining out, shopping trips and spending quality time with those she loved most.
Victoria DePaul-Canavera
1958 - May 25, 2018.
Sharon attended St. Raphael’s Grammar School. She was born and raised in Hamilton Township and relocated to Plano, TX. She graduated from Mercer County Community College. Sharon was employed by the Superior Court of New Jersey, Bristol-Myers Squibb, JC Penney Corporate and Ricoh Office Systems. Through her love of animals, she was a certified professional dog groomer. Sharon was an avid motorcyclist who loved road trips with her husband, son and friends to many beautiful destinations. She traveled to Walt Disney World with her family and on cruises throughout the Caribbean.
Sharon DiBenedetti-Recine
April 14, 1958 - July 15, 2019.
Vincenza attended St. Joachims Grammar School. She was a selfless and dedicated wife, mother, and Nonna. Cenza was married
and had two daughters, a son and three grandchildren. She was always eager to make every occasion special and meaningful. A known bargain hunter, she loved to shop
the latest sales, with a particular weakness for shoes. She was an integral part of the Peddie School and was recognized in 2016 by receiving the Green/Zader Beyond
the Call award.
Vincenza M Gervasio-Brophy
Donna Kostrub
-October 21, 2007.
Donna attended St Anthony's Grammar School. Donna was employed as a CRNA at Cape Coral Surgery Center and was the Sr. V.P. of the PFC Paul E.
Ison Marine Corps League Aux.
life!
-August 4, 2023
George while working part-time at Vinozzonis Pharmacy, earned his Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering, and soon thereafter a Masters. He worked as an engineer at United States Steel and then fulfilled his long-time dream of working as an engineer for the US Government in Florida. Yuri was often the life of the party having fun and telling stories. With his life-partner, MJ, and their beloved canines, created a wonderful life. Never one to sit still, he enrolled in law school and obtained his JD.
George Machnowsky
-September 6, 2023.
Ronald attended St Mary of the Assumption Grammar School. Born in Trenton, he resided in Back Bay
Boston since 1978. He was a graduate of North Eastern University. He enjoyed football, fishing and drawing. He made his life in Massachusetts where he
lived with his wife, Kathleen.
Ronald Maksimow
-September 10, 2011.
Robert attended Immaculate Conception Grammar School. Bobby was raised and resided in the
Chambersburg section of Trenton most of his life. He retired in 2010 after
more than 30 years as a mason with the Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers,
Local 5, Bordentown. He was an avid collector of vintage military memorabilia, and a collector of fine Cadillac automobiles. He was married and had three daughters.
Robert Malkin
-September 8, 2016.
Linda attended St Joachim's Grammar School. She lived in Columbus, NJ. She was raised in the Chambersburg section of Trenton and resided their for 30 years. Linda worked for the
Association Associates of Hamilton. She was married and had two daughters and a grandson.
Linda Maressa-Quarino
Mark Mastrangelo
July 30, 1957 - December 11, 1977.
Mark attended Holy Angels Grammar School. He passed away just a year after graduation, in a motor vehicle accident in Hamilton Township.
January 2, 1958 - October 16th, 2023.
Rosemarie attended Immaculate Conception Grammar School. Roe had three daughters and eight grandchildren. She was employed with Walnridge Farm for over 20 years following her love and passion for horses.
Rosemarie Matzer-Schroeder
July 28, 1958 - November 9, 2023.
Michael attended St Raphael's Grammar School. He resided in Allentown and worked for the Upper Freehold Board of Education. Mike was a gifted woodworker and loved displaying his crafts!y on Thursday,
November 9, 2023. Michael had a wife, Deborah, two daughters and four grandchildren.
Michael Mesday
Patricia Murphy-Garft
-February 11, 2016
Patricia was a physical trainer at Slim & Tone in Yardley. "Murph" enjoyed seeing Ray LaMontagne in concert. She loved apples with peanut butter and Friendly's chocolate ice cream! She was always such a bright light in the family. Patricia had a husband, a
daughter, a son and two grandsons.
Michael Myslinski
October 21, 1957 - May 27, 2008.
Michael attended St Anthony's Grammar School. He was born in Trenton and was a lifelong area resident. He was previously employed with Kennedy Fire Systems and Firmenich. Mike enjoyed NASCAR racing, was a fan of Dale Earnhardt, Sr and Jr. Mike enjoyed football, played at SAHSand was a diehard Eagles fan. He was survived by his fiance', Eileen.
-Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019.
Gary attended St Joachim's Grammar School. He was born and raised in
Trenton and was a lifelong area resident. He was retired
from ShopRite in Hamilton. Gary enjoyed watching baseball, especially
his beloved Baltimore Orioles. He enjoyed trips to the casinos and horse races with his wife of 35 years, Joyce.
He had two children and two grandchildren and loved nothing more than spending quality time with his family.
Gary Ottaunick
-October 24, 2023.
Michael attended St. Anthony’s Grammar School. He received his BS from Rider College and worked for the NJ Departs of
Transportation and Higher Education. He operated his own accounting business. Mike very much enjoyed his music, especially
the band Boston, nature, gardening, and nurturing his fig trees. He had a love for fishing, animals (especially his white shepherds) and sports. An avid Washington Redskins and LA Lakers fan, he was always willing to strike up a conversation. He played basketball for the Cook AA and was a member of the Bordentown Elks. Mike was married to his wife Sherri and had two daughters, Morgan and Madison.
Michael Parrotta
Robert Pelc
-July 9, 2004.
Robert attended St. Stanislaus
Grammar School. He was born in Trenton. He was a letter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service and was an avid NY
Yankees fan and a collector of baseball memorabilia. He was married
to his wife Karen and had a son and a daughter.
-September 5, 2021.
Mark attended St. Raphael’s Grammar School. He was the owner/operator of Mark Pratico Jewelers. Always the consummate businessman, he had two other store locations and was also the owner of Captain Video and Scaras Italian Ice. He coached youth soccer and basketball at the
Hamilton YMCA, CYO, Trenton PAL and Hamilton Soccer Club. Pratt was an avid memorabilia collector and enjoyed his travel to Disney World and Hilton Head, SC. Mark was graduate of the Gemological Institute of America, and was a Certified Jewelry Appraiser. He was the best of friends and would help anyone in need! Mark was married to his wife Maria and had two sons and a daughter.
Mark Pratico
September 8, 1958 - June 5th, 2022.
James attended St Anthony's Grammar School. He was the twin brother of Joseph. At SAHS he earned Athlete of the Year and was a member of the 1975 State Championship baseball team. Berg graduated from Trenton State College, where he played football and in 1983 was invited to try out for the Cleveland Browns. He was a NJ State Trooper. Jim enjoyed a variety of hobbies in his lifetime, including fishing on his boat, skiing, growing his vegetable garden, relaxing at the beach in Long Beach Island, and attending his own twin’s (a son and a daughter) sporting events.
James Puhalski
June 1, 1958 – June 6, 2002.
Carl attended Immaculate Conception Grammar School. He was a lifelong Trenton/Hamilton Township resident. He was a Union Official for General Motors Corporation, Ewing, NJ, where he retired after more than 30 years of service. Carl enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers and the New York Yankees. He was an avid outdoors man, and loved the beach. He is survived by two daughters and several
grandchildren.
Carl Rapciewicz
Linda Schmidt
May 17, 1958 – September 16, 1978
Linda attended Holy Angles Grammar School. She received a BS from Rider College. She was employed as a secretary for Gespia Fastners Inc. She died tragically at the age of twenty in a plane crash.
May 27, 1958 – December 5, 2010.
Florian attended Holy Angles Grammar School and lived in the Trenton area. He worked as an independent newspaper carrier for The Trentonian. He also worked as a courier for Sherute Courier Lab Services of Hamilton Square. Florian was a dedicated and devout Philadelphia Eagles football fan. He also enjoyed golf and time at the beach. Smitty was an animal lover who doted on his dogs, especially Bentley and Rocky. He loved history, particularly U.S. history, and was thoroughly knowledgeable about all the Presidents. He enjoyed collecting postcards having a Trenton area connection. He is survived by
his wife Linda and one daughter.
Florian Smith
1958- May 24, 2002
Ray attended St Gregory the Great Grammar School. He was a lifelong resident of Hamilton Square before moving to New Hope, PA in his final years. He was employed by several supermarkets and convenience stores in Hamilton and then with Southland Corp and Giant Corp in New Hope. Ray
enjoyed bird watching in his free time.
Raymond Struck
1958- December 8, 2003
Carmen attended Immaculate Conception Grammar School and was a lifelong Trenton resident. He was
employed by several area businesses during his lifetime such as PSE&G, USPS, City of Trenton, Dept of
Housing and lastly State of NJ Dept of Community Affairs. Camen will be remembered as a kind, gentle,
private man who was very loved and respected by his family and friends.
life!
Carmen Testa
December 1958 – February 16, 1999.
Noreen attended St Anthony's Grammar School. She lived in Trenton most of her life before moving to Hopewell. Noreen danced for more than 25 years at Princeton Ballet and Broadway Dance Center in NYC. She was director of East Brunswick dance and exercise programs, and taught at YMCAs and choreographed for theater groups. She was a member of Professional Dance Teachers Association and Dance Master of America. She owned a dance studio in Trenton for 6 years. She had also been employed by Scanticon Princeton and Firmenich, Plainsboro. Noreen was also a volunteer advocate for homeless children. She is survived by her husband, a son and two stepsons.
Noreen Tuccillo-Freedman
November 23, 1958 - June 10, 1988.
Chuck attended St Anthony's Grammar School. He grew up on S. Olden Ave with his backyard the Cook AA athletic fields as the neighborhood playground. A sports fanatic Chuck played SAHS football and cheered his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers. Chuckles passion became eating healthy and working out. He got his thrills from motorcycles and muscle cars, but his love was bow and shotgun hunting. His smile lit up every room and if you befriended Chuck, it was for life!
Charles "Chuck" Vickey
September 17, 1958 - June 22, 2020.
Diane attended St Anthony's Grammar School and was a lifelong area resident. While at SAHS she was a student athlete, playing both softball and basketball. Diane was particularly proud of the fact that she won the Perfect Attendance Award in high school. She was the motivating force behind many of our SAHS '76 class reunions. We really missed her while planning the 50th reunion and thought of her often. She had a “can-do” attitude and was all in with whatever project she put her mind to. Diane graduated from Rider University Class of '80. She worked for North American Philips Lighting in HR, as an executive assistant at the law firm of Hartsough, Kenny and Chase and later in the Hamilton Township Mayor’s Office. Diane was married to her husband Sean for 35 years and had two daughters and a son. She was the number one fan for all three of her children’s academic and athletic endeavors all the way through their college years. She loved taking pictures, dancing, going to the theater and watching the Hallmark Channel. We miss you and love you Diane!
Diane Williams-Brett
April 8, 1958 - January 28, 2022.
Paul attended St Raphael's Grammar School. He grew up and lived in Yardville most of his life. Paul proudly served his country and community spending several years in reserve duty with the NJ Army National Guard. He was employed by Cedar Deli, Trenton Tobacco & Candy, Stalward and Francis Electric. Paul was an avid New York sports fan, loved wearing Ralph Lauren designer clothing, enjoyed socializing and doing newspaper crossword puzzles. Paul was kind and very good-hearted person to all.