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Frances O'Rourke Obituary
O'ROURKE, FRANCES (JOST) 91 - of Vineland, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday June 7, 2007 at home. Frances was born in Vineland to the late Jacob and Anna Louisa (Acker) Jost, and lived in Vineland for all her life. Frances graduated from Sacred Heart High School Class of 1933, where she was a basketball star. She was employed by Kimble Glass Co. as an Executive Secretary in the personnel department, and also the editor of the Kimble Klippings newsletter and the director of sports and social activities. Frances married her husband in 1941 and later became a homemaker while raising her family. She enjoyed cooking, and sharing time with her family. She was pre-deceased by her husband Ernest R. O'Rourke Sr. in 1978 and her son-in-law F. Howard Blood in 1994. Frances is survived by her loving family. Three sons, Ernest R. O'Rourke Jr. and wife Lydia of Vineland, Richard O'Rourke and wife Jennifer of Bowling Green, KY., and Kevin M. O'Rourke of Vineland; two daughters, Patricia A. Vallone and husband Michael of Cape May Court House, and Marilyn F. Trotta of Southampton; one sister, Rosalie Nowak of Buffalo, N.Y.; two sisters-in-law, Helen O'Rourke of Vineland, and Olga Jost of Pittsgrove Twp; nine grandchildren, Joseph A. O'Rourke (Bonnie), Ernest H. Blood (Beatrice), Cheryl L. Cropper (Allan), Joanne M. Napoli (Francis), Patrick M. O'Rourke, Christine O'Rourke, Adrienne N. Menghi (Mark), Richard J. Trotta, and Nicholas A. Trotta; eight-great-grandchildren; and also survived by her loving friend and caregiver Tanya. A Funeral Liturgy will be held on Tuesday June 12, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at Sacred Heart R.C. Church, 1010 E. Landis Ave. Vineland. Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Vineland. Viewing hours will be on Monday June 11, 2007 from 7-9 P.M. and again on Tuesday from 12:30-1:30 P.M. at Wainwright-Bernhardt Funeral Home, 1024 E. Landis Ave. Vineland. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory to the Arc of Cumberland County, 1680 W. Sherman Ave. Vineland, N.J. 08360. Condolences may be e-mailed to [email protected]
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Eileen Walsh
June 14, 2007
Dear Pat,
Word that your Mother died saddened me very much. No one is ever ready to lose one’s Mother regardless of age or health. It seems that Frances had a wonderful, full life and gave herself fully as a wife, mother and homemaker. Isn’t that what it’s all about? For sure your mother was ready to hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” as she went to meet the Lord last Thursday.
You were a most devoted, loving daughter to your Mother. Your routine trips to Vineland to offer care and support, to shop, cook, clean, etc. You did your best... I hope that you find consolation in having been a loving, devoted daughter – one who brought so much joy and pride to your Mother.
Know that you, your 3 brothers and Marilyn will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers daily. May your strong faith sustain you during this difficult time.
Love and prayers,
michael reynolds
June 10, 2007
to one of the best buddies i have ever had. i will miss you dearly.
rest in peace.
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