Rachel A. Woardell

Rachel A. Woardell obituary, West Long Branch, NJ

Rachel A. Woardell

Rachel Woardell Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Fiore-Buckley Funeral Home - Oakhurst on Nov. 18, 2025.

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Rachel A. Woardell ObituaryRachel Scialfa Woardell, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Born and raised in Oakhurst, Rachel moved to Point Pleasant after graduating from Kean College, where she built a life filled with family and service. Rachel retired from the Ocean County Sheriff's Department, where she served with commitment and pride. She was a devoted mother to her two children, Austin Woardell and Amanda Woardell, and a loving companion to her loyal dog, Onyx. Her warmth and strength touched the lives of many.
She is survived by her children, Austin and Amanda Woardell; her mother, Lynn Shaheen Fileccia; her father, Charles Scialfa; her sister, Jessica Lawlor; her brother-in-law, Tim Lawlor; her nephews, Tim Lawlor and Ryan Lawlor; her stepfather, Steven Fileccia, Sr.; and a wide circle of family and friends who will miss her dearly.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 14, 2025, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Fiore-Buckley Funeral Home, 236 Monmouth Road in Oakhurst, Ocean Township. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Rachel's life.
Rachel Scialfa Woardell, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. Born and raised in Oakhurst, Rachel moved to Point Pleasant after graduating from Kean College, where she built a life filled with family and service. Rachel retired from the Ocean County Sheriff's Depart

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