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1934

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2018

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THOMAS WOLTJEN Obituary

WOLTJEN
THOMAS


On March 18, 2018 surrounded by his loving wife of 61 years, Joan (nee Whalen) and his family. Devoted dad of Joan Cook (Bill), Thomas (Dina), Jacquelyn Hennessy (Bob), Billy (Sartre), Robert (Christine), Michelle Glynn (Tim). Proud Pop of 14 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Tom was born in Fishtown in 1934, raised his family in Port Richmond, and was a long time, proud resident of Townbank NJ. Relatives, friends, and fellow members of the Villas Fishing Club are invited to his Viewing Sunday, 4 to 6 P.M., and Monday, 8:30 to 9:30 A.M., in Nativity B.V.M. Church 2535 E. Allegheny Ave. Funeral Mass Monday 10 A.M.
Family, friends, and neighbors from the shore are invited to his Graveside Service Monday, precisely 1:30 P.M., at St. Mary's Cemetery, N. Cape May NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations in Tom's memory to Nativity B.V.M. Church would be appreciated by his family.
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John J. Barnes, Supervisor


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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Mar. 21 to Mar. 22, 2018.

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March 25, 2018

So sorry,very nice that people come back to port richmond

Wayne and Bea Weissman

March 25, 2018

Dear Joan and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Tom will be sadly missed. You could always count on a big hello, a kind word and a wonderful smile.
May he be at peace with the Lord at this holy time of year.

Billy

March 21, 2018

A life of hard work and a person who made Port Richmond better, is there a better legacy to leave? Well done Mr.W

March 21, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family .May many cherished memories comfort you and give you peace . Romans 15 : 13 .

Susan Bailey

March 21, 2018

Such sad news. Tom was a sweet man. Our hearts and prayers are with you Joan and family. Sending love and prayers for courage.

Sue & Bob Bailey

RS

March 21, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Hopefully reflecting on all the good times you've shared together with Thomas will help ease the pain that you feel. May "the God of all comfort" strengthen you at this time of sadness and may His promise for the future bring you peace. Hosea 13:14

Barbara Kolesnikov

March 20, 2018

Joan I am so sorry for your loss. Tom was such a great guy! His picture sums it us. Always smiling! Prayers to you and the family. Barbara and Eric Kunkel

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Memorial Events
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Mar

25

Viewing

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Nativity B.V.M. Church

2535 E. Allegheny Ave., PA

Mar

26

Viewing

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Nativity B.V.M. Church

PA

Mar

26

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

Nativity B.V.M Church

PA

Mar

26

Graveside service

1:30 p.m.

St. Mary's Cem.

N. Cape May, PA

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6126 Torresdale Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19135

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