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SALVATORE AVENA Obituary
Mr. Avena was born in Phila., PA and raised in Palmyra, NJ before moving to Cinnaminson, NJ in 1960. In 1992, he moved to Mount Laurel. A practicing attorney for 63 years, he was the founder and partner of the firm Avena & Friedman PA in Camden, NJ. He was a graduate of Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA and Dickinson Law School in 1950, and was admitted to the New Jersey Bar in 1951. In 1954, he served as Deputy Attorney General for the State of NJ. Mr. Avena was known for his generosity in helping others and his humanitarian efforts. Always interested in sports and of the belief that sports were a healthy outlet for children, he contributed to the many youth athletic programs in his community. Additionally, he supported many civic organizations and charities.
Mr. Avena was preceded in death by his wife Francine in 2012 and son John in 2004. He is survived by his daughter Gracia Profaci (husband Joseph); son Salvatore; grand-children Salvatore, Joseph (wife Kachina), John and Anthony Profaci, and Salvatore and John Avena; and great granddaughter Madilyn Profaci.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, February 9th from 3:00 to 7:00 PM and on Monday, February 10th from 8:00 to 9:30 A.M. both at the MOUNT LAUREL HOME FOR FUNERALS, 212 Ark Road, Mount Laurel N.J. 08054. The Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated 10:30 A.M. on Monday at Saint Charles Borromeo RC Church, 2500 Branch Pike, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077. Interment will be at Lakeview Memorial Park in Cinnaminson. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Mr. Avena may be made to The Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support at Saint Joseph's University, http://kinneyautism.sju.edu/support/index.html.
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Memories and Condolences
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Bob Turner
September 7, 2020
Salvatore my wife and I want to thank you for the help you gave our family may you rest in peace. Bob & Loretta Turner
Teri Marie Hertler
February 18, 2014
My sympathies for your Loss of a very Gracious, & fine Gentleman,an Educated & wonderful Attorney. One of a kind whom was truly loved and will be missed in the Camden courts. He was always Very helpful..GOD BLESS him! The City of Camden will not Be the Same! He will be watching down from Above...now he is finally with his Beloved Family, & Wife. BLESSINGS!
February 16, 2014
Dear Avena family,I am so sad to hear about sal. I will miss him dearly.The Lea family. Former neighbors of Avena family.
Carol Strobel
February 11, 2014
Rest in peace, Mr. Avena. It was always a pleasure going up against you in Court. Always a gentleman. My condolences to your family.
Conan Doyle
February 10, 2014
RIP Mr Avena and thanking you for helping me get into law school and positively changing my life. Always a gentleman. God Bless you and your family.
Lew, Liz, Gabrielle and Shanley Horvitz
February 10, 2014
A beautiful and loving family we have had the joy and fellowship to embrace. As we continue to celebrate your dad's life may you feel the many prayers and condolences sent to you. May you feel the love of friends to bring you peace.
Denise Costic
February 9, 2014
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Johnny Canduci and family
February 8, 2014
May god bless you and your family. Rest in peace.
Johnny Canduci
February 8, 2014
God bless you and your family. May you rest in peace.
LOU THE SHOE PORECCA
February 7, 2014
SALVATORE,
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE
John Santoro
February 6, 2014
To Gracia, Salvi & Family,
I offer my deepest sympathy for the loss of Sal. He has been a very close friend, and client of mine for many years. He will always be in my thoughts. He will be greatly missed.
February 6, 2014
Gracia and Joe; you know how we all feel about Sal, my mentor, my friend. He will remain in our hearts and thoughts forever.
George & Mary Troxell
February 6, 2014
uncle sam as we called him, you were a great uncle and a great father and husband and how you loved our grandmother, rest in peace! anthony tortu
Sarah and Paul Westle
February 6, 2014
To the family,
Although we only knew Sal for the last 25 years, he was truly a gentle man. He was a doting husband, and truly a family man, whether it was his, or yours. I'm sure that Sal will continue that style in heaven as he is reunited with the ones that he loved so dearly.
Raymond Lombard
February 5, 2014
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Avena family.
I treasure our long and wonderful friendship and like to thank you for your guidance and wisdom throughout the years. A debt I am unable to pay.
God Bless you,
Ray
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