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Pennsauken Teacher Publishes Children’s Book
Lisa D. Swint has been teaching language arts in the Pennsauken School District for 23 years; and after decades of using her original writing to teach literary devices such as alliteration and onomatopoeia, she recently published her first children’s book, “Tucker Took the Train.”
Illustrated by Bill Smith, “Tucker Took the Train” is a fun tongue twisting story of Tucker the turtle, who is taking a very special trip from New York City to South Carolina. This book is a catchy read-aloud that highlights East Coast landmarks and various animal species found throughout the area.
“Tucker Took the Train” is available on Amazon and BarnesandNoble.com. And check out Ldswint.com for more info on Tucker!
Nardi Up For BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Award
Pennsauken native Frank Nardi is up for his first BroadwayWorld Philadelphia Award for his performance as Pro Football Hall of Famer Tommy McDonald in “Tommy And Me,” the play written by famous sportswriter and radio/TV personality Ray Didinger.
Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards presented by BroadwayHD, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Nominees were readers-submitted and the public can vote for their favorites. Voting will continue through December 31, 2018.
Nardi is up for “Best Supporting Actor in a Play.”
To vote for Frank, click here.
Three Year Old From Pennsauken In Need Of A Kidney Transplant
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At first glance, Pennsauken resident Sebastian Foster seems to be an average three-year-old boy. He enjoys playing outside, hanging out with his older siblings, and is completely obsessed with numbers, letters, and reading.
He’s also in dire need of a kidney transplant.
A Hero In Our Midst: Pennsauken Business Owner Recalls World War II Experiences
We were saddened to hear of the passing of John Perozzi, Sr. yesterday at the age of 98. Founder of Beacon Auto and Truck Collision Center in Pennsauken, Mr. Perozzi was a paratrooper in the D-Day invasion of Normandy. This article, printed in August of 2012, highlighted just some of the accomplishments of a true American Hero.
By Betsy McBride, AAP Special Contributor
There will be many heroes in our lifetimes; some who do small deeds with great love, and some who give the supreme sacrifice to save others. Not many of us can say we know a person who saved thousands of lives and still lives to share our love of freedom and liberty. We have, in our midst, such a man and I was humbled to have sat with him listening to his stories.
Script Co-Penned By Pennsauken Native Picked Up By Action Star Vin Diesel
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken native Scott Taylor is known primarily as a writer for TV shows, such as Nickelodeon’s “The Thundermans,” which completed its final season last month, and “Knight Squad;” as well as “Secret Life of Boys” for the CBBC. But a movie script he and his writing partner, Wesley Jermaine Johnson, wrote two years ago just got picked up by action movie star Vin Diesel, known for his roles in “The Fast and the Furious,” “xXx,” and “The Chronicles of Riddick.”
Pennsauken Resident To Receive DVLF HEROES Award
On April 29, Pennsauken resident Jerome Pipes will receive the 2018 HEROES award in the non-profit category from the Delaware Valley Legacy Fund.
Jerome T. Pipes works as The Team Lead Care and Treatment Adherence Psychosocial Service Coordinator at Camden Area Health Education Center-AHEC. Pipes helps lead the efforts to provide HIV testing, counseling, harm reduction, needle exchange, and more. He has been active in AIDS awareness events, Black Lives Matter, healthcare reform, and many other grassroots movements and issues. He has previously been recognized by the Nonprofit Development Center of Southern New Jersey and the Camden County Board of Elected Freeholders for – among other things – his advocacy for underserved communities.
New Fashion Boutique Invites Customers To Shop “Camellia’s Closet”
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken resident Rhonda Cunningham is about to open a fashion boutique that is the culmination of a lifelong dream, and a desire to instill hope, faith, and positivity in her customers.
Wedding Announcement: Rivera-Shugars
Reinaldo and Paulette Rivera are pleased to announce the upcoming wedding of their daughter, Rachael Rivera, to Alexander Shugars, son of Karen Shugars.
Rachael is the receptionist for Pennsauken’s Department of Public Works and is the food columnist for All Around Pennsauken.
Alex is a commercial diver and works for both Hydro Marine Construction in Hainesport and Walker Diving Underwater Construction in Hammonton.
Rachael and Alex are marrying on September 23, 2017 at Camp Matollionequay in Medford, N.J. The bridal party includes Rey Rivera, man of honor; bridesmaids Kristen Davila and Kylar Coughlin; Jackson Shugars, junior best man; Jason Maybury, best man; and groomsmen Derek Napier and Kayden Maybury.
Want to announce an engagement or wedding? Contact aap@twp.pennsauken.nj.us for more information.
Obituary: Carol Fowler, Lifelong Pennsauken Resident, Community Staple
Carol A. Fowler, a lifelong Pennsauken resident, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at her home. She was 72.
A Triton HS Graduate, Carol retired as the Director of Administration for the Pennsauken Police Dept. after over 25 years of service. Deeply dedicated to her community, Carol was a member of the Pennsauken Elementary School PTA, Past Cheerleading President and Coach of PYAA, Past VP of PYAA, Head Cheerleading Coach of Pennsauken HS, Past President and member of the Pennsauken Board of Education, and member of the Camden County Democratic Committee.
She is survived by three loving children, Adrienne Fowler, Wayne Fowler (Susan), Travis Fowler (Jennifer); seven cherished grandchildren, Caroline, Hayden, Brenden, Gabriel, Ronan, Luke, Vienna; and a beloved sister, Nina Brown-Priest.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, June 28 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Gaskill-Brown Funeral Home, 33 West Maple Ave., Merchantville. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:00 a.m., Thursday at Saint Peter Roman Catholic Church, 43 West Maple Ave., Merchantville. Entombment will follow in Arlington Cemetery, Pennsauken.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to a scholarship established in her honor.
Obituary: Denis Collopy, Pennsauken Native
Pennsauken native Denis Collopy passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2017, after a brief illness. He was 43.
Denis was the devoted and adoring son of Dennis and Kathleen (Wells); loving husband of Elizabeth (Mattioni) and father of Andrew; brother of Amy (Reid) and Katie; brother-in-law of Jeffrey Reid; uncle of Sydney and Jacob Reid; and loving grandson of Dorothy Amos.
Denis attended Saint Peter’s Roman Catholic School, Camden Catholic High School, and was a graduate of Rutgers University. A die-hard Philadelphia sports fan, Denis had a particular love of baseball, which he shared with Andrew. Dedicated to his family, Denis would visit his parents in Pennsauken and cheer on his niece and nephew on the soccer field. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A remembrance of Denis’ life will be held Wednesday June 21 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Kirk & Nice Funeral Home, 80 Stenton Ave., Plymouth Meeting, Pa 19462. A service will be held Thursday, June 22, 11:00 a.m. at Chestnut Hill Presbyterian Church, 8855 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia Pa 19118. A memorial mass will be held July 15 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter Roman Catholic Church, 43 W. Maple Ave., Merchantville, N.J. 08109.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Peter Roman Catholic School (address above) in Denis’ name.
