Obituary: Mary K Kirwan
Mary K. Kirwan (nee Fenerty), age 81 of Pennsauken, passed away at her home on July 18, surrounded by her loving family.
She was the beloved wife of 58 years of Walter “Wally;” devoted mother of Kevin, Katie McAninley (Chuck), Kristie Enoch (Don), and Brian (Kim); loving grammie of Colleen, CJ, Ryan, Bailey, Patrick, Maeve, Brendan, Drew, Aidan and Quinn; dear sister of Bill (late Kathy), Dennis (Harriett) and the late Timothy. She was also the beloved daughter of the late William and Helen Fenerty.
Mary K. was a math teacher at Sacred Heart Academy in Philadelphia; she later worked as a substitute teacher at St. Peter’s School in Merchantville and then as an aide in the Pennsauken School District. She enjoyed her many summers on the beach in Sea Isle City and Ocean City and attending thousands of events for her children and grandchildren.
Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation on Monday, July 24, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.; and Tuesday, July 25, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the Falco/Caruso & Leonard Pennsauken Funeral Home, 6600 N. Browning Road. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 25, 10:00 a.m. at Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church, 43 W. Maple Ave., Merchantville, NJ. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Cherry Hill.
Puratos Announces First Dedicated Bakery Glaze Plant In The USA
Puratos US, a global leader in innovative bakery, patisserie and chocolate ingredients, has announced groundbreaking plans to open the first dedicated bakery glaze plant in the United States by 2025.
The new plant will be built in the heart of the company’s main US campus in Pennsauken, New Jersey, adding a local presence to the company’s extensive global glaze network with well-established sites in Mexico, Belgium, and Italy.
National Night Out In Pennsauken On August 1
EDITOR’S NOTE: We mistakenly published the incorrect address of the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex in the August 2023 print edition of the paper. It’s been corrected in the online version of the article and we apologize for any inconvenience this error may cause.
Pennsauken’s first responders are holding a special event during National Night Out, Tuesday, Aug. 1, an annual community-building campaign that is designed to make neighborhoods a safer, better place to live.
Property Appraisers Begin Revaluation Inspections
By now, Pennsauken residents should have already received a letter regarding the start of the revaluation of properties, which has been ordered by the Camden County Board of Taxation and under the approval of the State of New Jersey Division of Taxation.
In the accompanying graphic is a photo of the ACTUAL staff from Professional Property Appraisers, Inc. who will be coming to our neighborhoods for revaluation inspections. Each one is registered with the Township of Pennsauken Police Department, carrying a letter from Pennsauken’s Assessor, wearing a Professional Property Appraisers shirt, and will be able to present a photo identification badge. Their job is to conduct both exterior and interior inspections of Pennsauken properties, as well as measure all buildings on, and improvements to, the land. These individuals are only collecting information for the revaluation process. They will not be making any judgments on properties.
Any resident who has a concern about the validity of a person at your home for the revaluation process can contact 856-665-1000 ext. 112 or 116, or the Pennsauken Township Police Department at 856-663-1234.
Fireworks Safety For Independence Day
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
While fireworks are normally associated with the Fourth of July, there are some people that take their use to the extreme.
According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 11,500 emergency room-treated injuries involving fireworks in 2021. Another sobering fact: 74 percent of the total estimated fireworks-related injuries for the entire year of 2021 occurred between June 18 and July 18.
Revaluation Of Township Properties Underway
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
By order of the Camden County Board of Taxation and under the approval of the State of New Jersey Division of Taxation, Pennsauken Township will be undergoing a revaluation of properties. The revaluation process, which will be implemented for the 2025 tax year, is designed to update all assessments on Pennsauken properties, so that each owner has an accurate estimate of that property’s value.
Obituary: Robert Blessinger
Robert E. Blessinger, age 57 years of Pennsauken, passed away on June 21, 2023.
Beloved husband of Ann R. (nee Piescor). Devoted father of Seamus, Grace and Breandan Blessinger. Cherished son of Walburga (nee Herron) and the late John Blessinger. Dear brother of the late John Blessinger. Also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Cooper River Square West Welcomes Penn Lighting
WHPounds Commercial Real Estate, L.L.C. announces the recent addition of Penn Lighting as a tenant at Cooper River Square, an office complex along the Cooper River Park in Pennsauken. Penn Lighting and the ownership of the Cooper River Square West building renovated the fourth floor and its adjoining elevator lobby, reflecting sleek modern finishes and a fun, eye-catching vibe. These renovations were specific to Penn Lighting and a custom plan was created to maximize the expansive and tranquil river view for their employees.
Congratulations To The Graduating Class Of 2023
By Vince Martinez, Mayor of Pennsauken
Today, Pennsauken High School’s Class of 2023 will put on their caps and gowns for their graduation. Family and friends will gather together to celebrate this special moment in their lives. It is well deserved, as you’ve worked extremely hard to be where you are right now. This is your moment, and the world ahead is filled with possibility.
Live Music, Fireworks And More At This Weekend’s Summer Kick Off
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Music, food, and fireworks will once again be enjoyed by residents at Pennsauken Township’s Summer Kick Off celebration. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 10, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex, located at Westfield and Bethel avenues.
