Carol Ann Hecker

Carol Ann Hecker obituary, Runnemede, NJ

Carol Ann Hecker

Carol Hecker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Costantino-Primo Funeral Home on Mar. 30, 2026.
Carol Ann Hecker (nee Bear), age 73, of Runnemede, NJ passed away while surrounded by loving family on Monday, March 23, 2026.

Mrs. Hecker was born in Camden, NJ and raised in Bellmawr, NJ. She then went on to raise a family of her own in Glendora, NJ and Williamstown, NJ before retiring in Chincoteague, VA. Carol worked for the Gloucester Township School District, primarily in the Chews Elementary School. She was a passionate Girl Scout Leader and also helped coach Glendora Softball. In her leisure, she enjoyed fishing, riding scooters and kayaking. But above all, she cherished the time spent with family, especially her grandchildren, and will be deeply missed by those she leaves behind.

Carol was predeceased by her beloved spouse, Robert Hecker. She is survived by her daughter, Charlene Wagoner; son, William Dever (Dawn); grandchildren, Lily, Morgan, Madison, Billy, Katie; sister Sue Bear; brother, Michael Bear.

At the request of the family, funeral services will be private.

Arrangements under the direction of the COSTANTINO-PRIMO FUNERAL HOME, Berlin, NJ.

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