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Nicholas Yovnello Obituary
AGE: 64 • Monroeville
Nicholas Yovnello, Rowan University professor and President of the Council of NJ State College Locals, passed tragically on July 7, 2012.
Nick was beloved brother to Leonard (Maureen), Anthony (Linda), and Christine (Martin) and loving son of the late Dolores.
Nick graduated from Glassboro State College (now Rowan) in 1969 with a BA in Secondary Education and History, ultimately earning degrees in Library Science, Information Science and Labor History. After graduation he was hired by Glassboro State College where he taught courses, earned full professorship in the library, and became Assistant Director of Library Services in 1983. He was an active union leader and a delegate to the Council of NJ State College Locals - American Federation of Teachers. He served as the President of Rowan AFT Local 2373 for several terms before being elected President of the Council of NJ State College Locals - AFT. In his role as a statewide union leader, Nick was widely respected both within and outside the union for understanding and working through complex difficult issues, for his compassion for his members and colleagues, and for negotiating fair contracts even in difficult times. As a resident of Monroeville, Nick was a member of the Elk Township governing body and Chairman of the Planning and Zoning Board, always managing to do the "right thing" for the township.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend a viewing at the Danks-Hinski Funeral Home, 125 N White Horse Pike, Lindenwold, NJ 08021, Friday, July 13, from 9:00 AM to noon. A service will follow at noon. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, 2396 Marlton Pike W, Cherry Hill, NJ. Contributions may be made to Rowan University Foundation-Nicholas Yovnello Scholarship Fund, 201 Mullica Hill Rd, Glassboro, NJ 08028. Condolences may be offered at www.dankshinskifuneralhome.com
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for Nicholas Yovnello
August 2, 2012
To all Nicks family....Dean and I were out of town and did not know of Nicks passing....so sorry for your loss..our thoughts and prayers are with you all...now and always...
Jeanne & Dean von Rhine (vrSpecialities Landscaping)
Marilyn Martin
July 15, 2012
Nick was a valued colleague, a friend, and one of Rowan Library's greatest assets. His absence will be deeply felt.
July 13, 2012
As we pass Nick's empty office, we remember his kindness, his warmth, and his years of work for all his colleagues at Rowan. The Friends of Campbell Library grieve for Nick and share the pain with his family and many friends.
razelle frankl, wynnewood, pa
Kathy Beyer
July 11, 2012
A wonderful person, a great man to work for and work with; and, an extremely funny guy. God Bless You Nick!
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Jessica Vernacchio landham
July 11, 2012
Nick was one of the best bosses anyone could ask for. He always made time to talk with you and patiently listen to staff concerns. He had great political and union negotiation skills which made him a valuable leader and representative for NJ state workers.
May you rest in peace Nick, you will be missed!!!
Sarah Harnick
July 10, 2012
In addition to my memories of Nick the union leader are my memories outside the union environment . He was a great story teller with a wonderful sense of humor. I'll miss him a lot.
Jacquelyn Gryckiewicz
July 10, 2012
I worked with Nick for 25 years in the Library. He was the best boss ever. I hoped he would retire and enjoy life, but he enjoyed all that he did. He will be sadly missed but always remembered!
July 10, 2012
I will always have fond memories of Nick, he was a friend and great labor leader.He will be missed but never forgotten.May he rest in peace with the good Lord.
God Bless,
Ray Cibo
Faye Robinson
July 10, 2012
Nick fought the good fight, he finished his course. Now may he rest eternally in the arms of Jesus!
Viola Loder-Smithcors
July 10, 2012
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.
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