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John Wescott Obituary
WESCOTT, JOHN THOMAS SR., 78 - of Woodbine, died on June 24, 2008 at Shore Memorial Hospital. He was a graduate of Gloucester City High School in 1949. He was formerly of Deptford and has lived in Woodbine since 1994. John served in the US Navy from 1949-1953 during the Korean War on the destroyer Charles H. Roan. He worked for ITT Nesbit Plant in Philadelphia and was a Security Guard at West Jersey Hospital, Eastern Division in Voorhees. He was a member of Calvary Bible Church in Deptford for 23 years and the Calvary Baptist Church of Ocean View for 14 years. He was also a member of the Upper Twp. Senior Citizen's Group. He coached Little League Baseball in Deptford for 15 years and in Dennis Twp for two years. John was a dedicated Phillies and Eagles Fan. He enjoyed the outdoor summer concerts at Sea Isle City and North Wildwood. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Nancy M. (nee Strack), children John, Jr. of Williamstown, Michael of Deptford, Steven (Cynthia) of Mantua, David of Mays Landing, grandchildren Mark and Orey, brothers Russell of Southampton, Charles of Mantua, and sisters Jean Madden of Moorestown and Betty Weisbecker of Palmyra. Predeceased by brothers Larry and Ernie. Friends may call on Monday after 9am in the KELLEY FUNERAL HOME, 125 Pitman Ave, Pitman. Funeral service 11am. Interment Eglington Cemetery. Those desiring may make a contribution to the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. Memorials may be shared at www.kelleyfhpitman.com
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Pete Peters
July 2, 2008
Dear family,
We at gentilini ford would like to share our sympathy for your loss.Mr wescott was someone which we could only hope to be like one day.His stories,patronage ,and friendship will truly be missed.
God bless you all.
Chuck Allgood
July 1, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss. I certainly have many memories as a teenager hanging around your home in Deptford. Please accept the prayers of my entire family.
Kathy Rode
June 29, 2008
Nancy,
I'm so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I remember you and your husband as being great friends of my grandmother, Elsie Thomas, all those years ago. May God give you comfort in this difficult time.
Bob Walton
June 27, 2008
Steve & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief.
Joe Graham
June 27, 2008
Sorry to hear of John's passing. He and I were part of the Hunter St. guys. We had many good times on the corner at VanStein's store.
Daniel Gavin - AV
June 27, 2008
Dearest Nancy & Family,
We send our deepest sympathy at the loss of John Sr. Your friends from AV are covering your family in earnest prayer. Keep looking up!
Shalom,
"Precious in the sight of the LORD
Is the death of His saints." Psalm 116:15
William Marker
June 26, 2008
Steve, Cindy, and family, Sorry to hear the news about your father. Hope everyone is doing well. I remember your pop coming home in deptford and telling us to go get a job and get out of the house. Jimmy Rutter remembers him coaching his little league team. I hope to make it to the service on monday. If you need anything, Please call me. Sorry for your loss, Bill Marker, Jim Rutter
LuAnn Tomlinson
June 26, 2008
Dear Nancy and Family,
We're so sorry to hear of your John's and dad's passing. We'll always remember him singing in the choir at Calvary Bible Church and coming to the softball games! Nancy, we would love to have your address so we can at least send a Christmas card. We're still at the same address in Jenks, OK. Your family is in our prayers during this time of sorrow. Love to all, John and LuAnn Tomlinson
Ray & Paige Tighe
June 25, 2008
Dear Nancy and Family--
We are so sorry to hear your sad news. What a sweet man! And a humble one, too. Just climb up into the arms of our precious Savior and hold on tight! We are praying for you.
Patricia & Glen Polm
June 25, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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