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Arthur La Drew Obituary
LA DREW, ARTHUR FRANK, JR., 60 - passed away On July 12, 2008 in Elwood of congestive heart failure. Born April 9, 1948 in Somers Point, he was the son of the late Arthur F. and "Edie" La Drew Raised in Linwood, he graduated from Mainland Regional High School where he was a star cross country runner and attended Massachusetts Institute of Technology where he also excelled as a cross country runner. After serving in the Air Force from 1968-1972, he returned to New England where he resided until 2002 when he moved to Philadelphia, PA. Arthur spent his career working as a computer programmer and analyst. Known and loved for his huge heart and generosity sense of humor and competitive spirit, he was an avid reader. chess and competitive bridge player. Survived by sisters, Mary Saxton and her husband, Robert of West Springfield, PA, Judith Bayer and her husband, Robert of Bethesda, MD and Susan Scheuermann and her husband. James of Elwood, brother, Stephen La Drew and his wife, Tammy of Maurertown, VA; nephews Kevin Saxton and his wife, Allison of Brewster MA, Drew Saxton of West Springfield, PA, Jim Scheuermann of Elwood, Brian Bayer of Bethesda, MD; and niece Kortney Marwood and her husband, Brad of Mechanicsburg, PA.; grand niece and nephew Jessamine and Brennan Saxton of Brewster, MA. A Celebration of Life event is planned for September 13, 2008 from 7-9 PM at Wimberg Funeral Home, 400 Liverpool Ave, Egg Harbor City. (609)965-0357. In the spirit of Arthur's preferred method of giving, the family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made directly to a family or individual in need of assistance where your contribution will make an immediate and lasting impact. Contributions may also be made to the American Heart Association. For condolences please visit wimbergfuneralhome.com
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Mike Casey
September 2, 2008
Mr. La Drew,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USAF during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Stephen Martin
August 8, 2008
I'm very sorry to learn about this. I hope the family is coping with the loss.
Sincerely,
Steve Martin
Bernadette (Fillmore) Stevens
August 6, 2008
Dear LaDrew Family:
I was so sorry to read of Art's death in the Press. I always remember Art running and looking like he truly enjoyed it! From what I read, Art was a truly gifted person, in his work but most importantly with his interactions with people.
I will be in Martha's Vineyard at a wedding on the day of the remembrance, but my thoughts will be with you all.
My sincerest sympathy.
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