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Benjamin Bolli Obituary
BOLLI, BENJAMIN J., SR., 52 - of Galloway Twp., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 19, 2007. Ben was born in Camden, raised in Galloway and lived here most of his life. He was a Merchant Seaman during the Vietnam War, graduating from Harry Lundberg School of Seamanship. He then became a Laborer with Local #415. Ben was devoted to his family, faith, and country. He is survived by his wife, Sue; his children, Ben Bolli, Jr. of Galloway, and Jennifer Zahoroiko (Steve) of Sicklerville; his mother, Rose McCullough of Pomona; his brother, Steve Bolli (Jeri) of Galloway; his sisters, Diana Talbot (Al) of EHT, Joyce Moore (Bob), and Rose Mary Sharp (Joe Druzak) of CMCH; his beloved granddaughter, Andrea Zahoroiko. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, and other close relatives and friends. Ben is predeceased by Bennie Bolli and Willie McCullough. A Viewing with family and friends will be 4 to 6 PM, Saturday, September 22, 2007 with his Funeral Service beginning at 6:00 PM at Wimberg Funeral Home, 211 E. Great Creek Rd., Galloway Twp. (609-641-0001). For directions and/or condolences, please visit www.wimbergfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Bolli
CYNDI ( SHAVER) MAZZARELLA
October 5, 2007
Dear Sue & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, i remember when we were all in school together and running into you guys camping . ben was a wonderful and speical man. I no it's hard to let him go and there's no words that can take the pain away, but remember he's in good hands and you will see him again.
He will always be in your heart.
James and Lisa Lord
October 2, 2007
Dear Sue and family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Ben was one of the kindest, most mild-mannered people we have had the pleasure of knowing. We are grateful to have had the opportunity to get to know him. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rose (Bolli) Lentz and Family
September 27, 2007
Dear Sue and Family,
So, so very sorry to hear of Ben's passing. I have read the wonderful tributes to him, and I am sorry I was not able to meet him in person.
Family will always be there for you, so lean on them. I know from what you wrote that you have wonderful memories and had great love as a husband and wife.
He is now your "Special Angel" and will always be watching over you and your family. God has him in the palm of his hand.
Love, thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Joe Knopp
September 25, 2007
Sue, Mom, Steve, Joyce, Diane, TeaTime, Bennie, Jennifer,
I'm still so very speechless. I was really torn having to go away during this difficult time in our lives. But Thursday after I left your homes I went home to find that I had received a CD collection in the mail. The CDs were all the classic hits from the long ago days that Ben, Steve and I were close friends and constantly hung together. The weekend was full of memories for me and I used it for my "wake" for Ben and reflected on all that his friendship meant to me throughout all these years.
May God's comfort reach you all during these most difficult days.
Danny Giordano
September 25, 2007
Dear Sue & Family,
We were shocked that Ben left us so early. We will remember Ben as the great guy that he was and he will be missed very much until we see him again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Danny, Chris & Scott
Cathy Baumert
September 24, 2007
Dear Sue, Ben, Jennifer and Aunt Joan, I am so sorry about your loss. Ben was a great person. His presence always brightened up a room. I know you will all miss him terribly, but remember that he is with God and is smiling down on you. We'll be praying for you in your time of sadness. Love your Cousins from Ohio, Cathy, Matt and Caitie Baumert
Lela Albert
September 24, 2007
Sue,
This is Lela, I am praying for you and the children. I know that God is taking good care of you all.
Thinking of you.
Donna Winkler
September 23, 2007
Sue,Jen,& Bennie,
I'm still having a hard time believing it all. Ben meant so much to so many people. You and Ben were always there helping me grow up!
Call if you need anything.
Your baby sister & family
Donna, Rob,Michelle and Robbie.
Lee Ghanem
September 22, 2007
Dear Sue and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Ben. I just saw it now, and am so sad. You and Ben have always been such an amazing couple. There are so many things that I remember about Ben, and all of you. I have known all of you for many years, and I will always remember all the good/crazy times we have all had. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.
Lee (Wanek)
Lynda Jennings
September 22, 2007
Dear Family,
While time changes lives, family lives forever in our heart. My love and prayers are with you all.
Cousin
Lynda Bolli Jennings
Marian Sweeney
September 21, 2007
Dear Sue,
I am so sorry for your loss.
When I looked at the paper today and saw Ben's name I thought it must be someone else.I remember the two of you from high school and what a nice couple you were. I always enjoyed seeing you at different places while shopping. The last time I saw Ben and you was at the Absecon Diner and you both still had beautiful smiles. I will always remember him as a gentle,kind and loving man. He is with our Lord Jesus Christ now in all his glory. I will keep your family in my prayers. If you ever need to talk to someone feel free to contact me.
God Bless,
Marian(Leone)Sweeney
Kennedy Davenport
September 21, 2007
Dear family, I know how much sadness you are all going through right now. Me and my sister are dearly going to miss our "uncle ben" as my mom said too.We always loved our uncle ben and we always will.I WILL NEVER FORGET U UNCLE BEN I LOVE YOU AS YOU WOULD ALWAYS SAY TO ME I DEARLY MISS YOU.LOVE KENNEDY!
Butch,Debbie,Tim & Stephanie Bowden
September 21, 2007
Sue & Family
We were shocked to hear of Bens Passing we will miss him Butch and I would think of you and Ben often
Butch thought of Ben as a brother
our thoughts and prays are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Joe Butterhof
September 21, 2007
Sue, Ben, Jennifer and Aunt Joan, We recieved the news of Ben yesterday. I can't beleive it. How unexpected. When we told Kyle and Jimmy they said "you mean BIG BEN". There best memmorie of Ben is when we came to pick up the bedroom dressers that time and and he brought out his chainsaw and scared them half to death, because of his size. There still laughing. Cindy and I will never forget the special relationship Ben had with the Grandmom's especially Grandmom Hanselmen. Ben found God. He is in our prayers. We will be calling you when things settle down. Come visit Mt. We all loved Ben.
Joe, Cindy, Kyle, Jimmy
The Butterhof's
STEPHANIE BOWERS
September 21, 2007
DEAREST SUE,MOM,& FAMILY
THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EXPRESS OUR SORROW AND SADNESS OF BEN'S PASSING.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME,WE LOST A GREAT MAN AT SUCH A YOUNG AGE, BEN LIVED LIFE TO THE FULLEST. KNOW THAT BEN IS ALONG SIDE WILLE AND TOGETHER THEY WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH LIFES PATH. WE COULDEN'T ASK FOR 2 BETTER ANGELS TO WATCH OVER YOU. THEIR STARS OF LIGHT WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER, JUST LOOK UP AND WHEN YOU SEE THE BRIGHTEST STARS YOU WILL SEE THEM SMILING DOWN AND WATCHING OVER YOU. WE SHARE IN YOUR LOSS AND SORROW AS CARING FRIENS DO. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY STEPHANIE AND FAMILY
Dorothy Dempsey
September 21, 2007
Sue and Family,
I am so sorry for your lose. I am sorry that I can not be there for the funeral since I am in Iraq but I will be thinking of you.
Ray(Corky) and Sherri Michelotti
September 21, 2007
We were deeply saddened by this news. I was just so glad we got to see him a bit before this happened. Corky still thought about him, even though they didnt get to speak much over the last few years, he was still his buddy (Lloyd). Liz and Thomas are going to miss Uncle Ben too. He will be sadly missed by all.
From: Officers and Members Laborers' Local 415
September 21, 2007
To the Bolli Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to your family. We send our deepest condolences and hope you find the strength you need during this difficult time.
Skip and Sarah Bellino
September 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Take courage knowing that Ben knew the Lord and is moving in to his mansion in Heaven. If there is anything we can do to help you through this time, do not hesitate to contact us.
September 21, 2007
Dear Sue
We can not believe that Ben has left us, but we all know in our hearts that he is with the Lord. Our hearts and prayers are with you, Jen, Ben Jr., Andrea and all other family members. If you need anything please let us know!!!!
With all our love - Jan, Harry & Jesse Stock
Bob & Nancy Wallace
September 21, 2007
Sue, We can not believe Ben has left us so soon. But we know he is with our other LOVED ones in heaven.
We are here for you Sue. Take care & God Bless You & yours in this time of sorrow.
VERY Sincerely
Bob & Nancy
Barbara Davenport
September 21, 2007
Dear Sue and the Entire Family, On behalf of the Michelotti and Davenport family, I would like to extend our sincere sympathies on the passing of Ben. He will be sadly missed by of all of us who loved him dearly. Ben had a heart of gold and was a big help to not only my mom but the rest of my family since the passing of my dad. Eriana and Kennedy are going to miss their "Uncle Ben". I know my brother Stevie will miss him dearly. He looked up to Ben as his "big brother" and someone he could talk to. He will always be in our hearts!
WE LOVE U BEN!
Jackie Kaskus
September 21, 2007
I am sadded by the news of Ben's passing. Ben was a wonderful man, full of spirit, and will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Giordano
September 21, 2007
I just can't believe Ben has left us. But I know he is with the Lord and happy. We will see you one day Ben again.
Watch over us and lead us in the right direction. We will miss you. Love forever your cousin Cindy
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