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John Broomhead Obituary
BROOMHEAD, JOHN J. SR., 64, - of Mays Landing, was born in Philadelphia on June 22, 1944 and lost his courageous, 18 year battle to cancer surrounded by his family and friends on August 15, 2008. He was retired from Trump Castle-Marina after 20 years of service. He was a member of IUOW Local 68 for 25 years. In his final years he went on numerous vacations with his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Louise; son John Broomhead, Jr. and wife Denise, two daughters Kim Baum and husband Kenny and Kris Prouty and husband Rick; seven grandchildren: John Broomhead III; Amanda and Courtney Broomhead, Kayla & Kassidy Baum, and Kelci and Kyle Prouty; one great-grandson: Joey Broomhead; 10 brothers and sisters: Doris & Frank Brulenski, Edna & Tom Smith, Marylou & Howard McGrady, Ben & Betty Ann Broomhead, Rose Marie & John Sopan, Pat & John Orndorf, Kathleen & Ben Malchiodi, and Bobby & Judy Broomhead; sisters-in-law Ginny Broomhead and Eleanor Haggerty; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Betty Adams and brothers Philip Broomhead, Sr. and George Haggerty, Sr. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, 11 AM, at the Church of St. Katharine Drexel, 6075 West Jersey Avenue, Egg Harbor Twp., where a viewing will be held from 9 AM until the time of the Mass. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery in Mays Landing. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Thomas Jefferson Cancer Research and mailed to The Jefferson Foundation, 925 Chestnut St., Suite 110, Philadelphia, PA 19107 or by phone 1-877-JEFF-GIFT or donations may be made to the Fox Chase Cancer Center, Office of Institutional Advancement, 333 Cottman Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19111. Info and condolences: www.boakesfuneralhome.com
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for John Broomhead
john walker
August 18, 2008
weez & family, we were so sorry to hear of jack's losing his long courages battle with cancer. our thoughts and prayers are with you & the family. love john & joanne walker
Lynn Jacoby #33
August 17, 2008
Louise and family,
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
With Loving Memories
Vickie Whitby
August 17, 2008
Louise,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief
Old bus #32
Rita Louis Germanio
August 16, 2008
John & Denise ,
Sorry to hear about your dad. Our prayers are with you.
Lou & Rita
Elizabeth (Rabe) Johnson
August 16, 2008
Louise, I am so sorry to hear of your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carol McAviney
August 16, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kevin Inman
August 16, 2008
Louise & Family
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kevin Inman
Bus Driver, EHT
nicole fichetola
August 16, 2008
You will be missed truely.
Smitty & Sandi Smith
August 16, 2008
Kris & Rick and family - Just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you and to express our sincere sympathy to you and your family. We are truly sorry for your loss.
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