Kain-Murphy Funeral Services

03/17/2026

John David Reed

John David Reed of Haddonfield, New Jersey, passed away on March 9, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family and passed peacefully shortly after his 69th birthday.

Born on February 22, 1957, in East Aurora, New York, John was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He touched the lives of many with his warmth, humor, curiosity, and gregarious spirit. John had an extraordinary ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Handsome, charismatic, and endlessly charming, he combined a brilliant mind and disarming wit with a deeply empathetic heart. He was a generous friend whose laughter and presence brought joy to those around him.

John graduated from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., with a degree in Business Administration. He went on to build a successful career in project management, working primarily on large computer contracts for the federal government. He was known for his ability to build strong teams, mentor colleagues, and lead with both intelligence and humor.
In 1995, John and his wife Susan moved to Haddonfield, New Jersey, where they lovingly raised their three sons and built a life centered on family, friendship, and community.

John had a lifelong passion for golf and was an excellent player. After retiring on his 65th birthday— 02-22-2022 —he found his dream role working on the senior crew at Pine Valley Golf Club, where he took great pride in caring for the course he had long admired. Those peaceful early mornings, watching the sun rise over Pine Valley, became some of the moments he treasured most. His hole-in-one at Pine Valley remained one of his most cherished accomplishments. When he wasn’t on the course, John found equal joy in his garden, where he delighted in cultivating unusual trees and plants that reflected his love of nature and beauty.

John is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Susan, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and adventure; his cherished sons, Tyler Edward Reed and Gavin Oliver Reed (Maria); his brother Edward Reed (Connie) of Seattle; his sisters Dianne Severance (Eric) of Lake Tahoe and Amy Feagin (Jerre) of Loveland; his brother-in-law John Overbeck; and his adored nieces and nephews Jennifer Farina (Jon), Kate Senecal (Brian), John Overbeck, Liam Reed, Trevor Reed (Steve), Weston Reed (Erika), Sasha McKillip (Jeremy), Julia Coultas (Charlie), and Mia Severance; as well as great-nephews and great-nieces Ethan, Felicity, Sophie, Silas, and Jonah.

He was predeceased by his beloved son Spencer Reed, his sister Kathryn Overbeck, and his parents Edward and Lurana Reed.

From his earliest days, John was a spirited original—a force of nature who lived a rich and full life. He will be remembered for his humor, his kindness, his boundless curiosity, and the deep love he had for his family and friends.

John’s services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor John’s memory by living with love and joy, practicing kindness, appreciating the beauty of nature, and always looking out for one another—while never forgetting to laugh, have fun, and enjoy life. In doing so, you help carry forward the joyful spirit that John brought to the world.

03/12/2026

John R. Felten

On March 11, 2026, age 83 of Vero Beach, FL; Loving husband of the Late Suzanne (nee Ford); Dear brother-in-law of the late Lynnette Ford Selgrath of Phila., PA, Steven Ford of Greensboro, NC, Keith Ford of West Chester, PA, Lance Ford of Knoxville, TN, Carolyn Ford Mitchel of Media, PA and Karen Ford of Coatesville, PA and uncle of Dorothy Marie Selgrath and Dianna Selgrath. Also survived by his cousin Nancy Morrison.

John received his BChe, June 1964 from Univ. of Delaware. John married the love of his life, Suzanne Ford, in 1968 at the Haddonfield United Methodist Church. He worked 12 years for Gulf Oil in Philadelphia, Houston and New Orleans. He was Supervisor of Planning & Economics at Alliance Refinery in New Orleans. He served 6 years as Supply Sargent in the Army Reserves and earned an MEngMgt at Tulane Univ in 1972. John joined Arthur D. Little in 1976 and worked as an International Petroleum Refining Consultant in 30 countries for 20 years, retiring in 1996. John and Suzanne retired to Vero Beach, FL and spent their summers in Casco, ME. John’s hobbies include golf, fishing, singing, dancing, traveling and community service.

John’s Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 17th from 10-10:45 AM in the Chapel at Haddonfield United Methodist Cemetery, 29 Warwick Rd., Haddonfield, NJ; where his Service will follow at 11 AM. Interment, Haddonfield Methodist Cemetery.

03/09/2026

Doris N. Binder
Age 96 ~ Longtime Haddonfield Resident

(Nee Neill) On March 8, 2026; wife of the late Frederick W. Binder, Sr.; beloved mother Barbara B. Salter (David) of Haddonfield, NJ, Nancy B. Tornetta (Joseph) of Blue Bell, PA and Frederick W. Binder, Jr. (Jill) of Newtown, PA; cherished grandmom of Christopher Salter (Emily), Timothy Salter, Kristin Tornetta, Michael Tornetta (Virginia), Matthew Binder, Nicholas Binder and Alexis Schemeley (Victor); loving great grandmom of 8; dear sister of Barbara N. Koontz and aunt of many nieces & nephews.

Doris graduated from Ursinus College and later worked as an accounting and payroll representative at Towers, Perrin, Forster & Crosby (TPF&C) in Philadelphia. After having her 3 children, Doris became a stay-at-home mother. Additionally, she was a longtime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Haddonfield and belonged to Tavistock Country Club for over 60 years. Beyond these commitments, Doris generously volunteered with the Ladies Auxiliary for Cooper Hospital and participated actively with Haddonfield Little League for many years. Her interests extended to athletics, as she was an avid bowler and golfer. Doris especially enjoyed golfing with her husband, family, and other TCC members. She also played tennis and, as a Bridge enthusiast, joined Fred in playing in numerous Bridge Clubs. Besides her family, Doris’ greatest joy was summering in Ocean City, NJ; which she did her entire life. She loved playing in the sand with her grandchildren, the beach and waves and the beautiful views.

Doris’ family will receive friends & relatives on Friday, March 13th, 10-10:45 AM at the First Presbyterian Church of Haddonfield, 20 Kings Hwy. East, Haddonfield, NJ 08033; where her Service will follow at 11 AM. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Doris may be made to the Haddonfield Little League, PO Box 213, Haddonfield, NJ 08033 or (https://www.haddonfieldbaseball.com/donate)

03/06/2026

Sarah Frances “Fran” Walker
Age 93 of Collingswood, NJ

(nee Malcom) On March 4, 2026, age 93, formerly of Medford Lakes. Beloved wife of the late Myles Walker; loving mother of Pamela Brant (Steve) of Mt. Laurel, NJ, Gwynn Di Pilla (Steven) of Haddonfield, NJ, and Malcolm Walker (Bianca). Cherished grandmother of Sarah (Ryan) Schradin, Stephanie (Jason) Simmons, Annelies Walker, Dean Walker, Edwin Walker (Wen-Ling), Danica Eager (Matt), Ryland Di Pilla, and Aaron Di Pilla, and great-grandmother of Blake Di Pilla, who lovingly called her Memaw.

Fran was known for her gentle spirit and deep faith, living a life marked by humility and service. She grew up in Georgia, where as a child she helped her family as sharecroppers, picking cotton—an experience that shaped her strong work ethic and grateful outlook on life. Throughout the years, she devoted herself to her family and to serving her church, Fellowship Alliance Chapel, teaching Sunday school and helping wherever she was needed.

Fran had a deep love of nature, which she passed on to her family. She also cherished more than 50 years living in Medford Lakes, where she could often be found riding her bike or taking walks through the community she loved.

Family and friends are invited to attend Fran’s Memorial Service on Saturday, March 21, 2026. Visitation will be held from 10:00–11:00 a.m., followed by the service at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Avenue, Haddonfield, NJ 08033. Interment will follow at Haddonfield Baptist Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Fran’s memory may be made to Fellowship Alliance Chapel, 199 Church Rd, Medford, NJ 08055 (www.myfac.org/give)

03/05/2026

Elizabeth R. Slater
Age 98 of Cherry Hill, NJ

(nee Edenhofer) On March 3, 2026, formerly of Willingboro, NJ and Philadelphia, PA. Wife of the late Jack Slater; beloved mother of David M. (Kristin) of Sharon, MA and Daniel P. (Diane) of Mt. Laurel and cherished grandmother of Jessica and Katherine Slater.

Born in Passau, Germany, Elizabeth immigrated to the United States in 1958. She attended Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan where she met her husband, Jack. They settled in Willingboro, NJ to raise their 2 sons. Mrs. Slater worked as a librarian at Jefferson Medical in Philadelphia for many years.

After her retirement she enjoyed traveling the world with Jack.

Family and friends are invited to Elizabeth’s Celebration of Life Luncheon on Saturday, March 14th, 12 -3 PM at Michael Angelo’s Italian Restaurant, 1334 Brace Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Camden County Literacy program, www.camdencountylibrary.org/literacy-donate.

02/23/2026

Bryant S. Wezner
Age: 63 of Blue Bell, PA

Passed away on February 20, 2026; cherished brother of Maureen (Phil Quay) Barber, the late Dianne Wezner, the late Franklin Wezner, Jr., Denise (the late Pete) Giorgianni, Richard (Felicia) Wezner and Marc (Wendy) Wezner; and dear uncle of 12 nieces and nephews, and 9 grand nieces and nephews.

Bryant was known for his big heart and his light sense of humor. He had a truly special bond with his nieces and nephews, as well as with his grand nieces and nephews and enjoyed a unique relationship with all of them. He was a devoted brother and brother-in-law and enjoyed close knit friendships with the many people he encountered.

Bryant was born in 1962 to the late Franklin and Dolores Wezner. He attended Haddonfield Memorial High School and went on to attend the University of Dayton. Bryant dedicated many years of his life traveling through work as a District Manager for various car companies including Subaru, Isuzu and Toyota. He enjoyed traveling and visited various countries throughout his lifetime.

Bryant furthered his career as an entrepreneur, patenting an invention and dedicating his later work investing in various ventures. He was a risk taker, and didn't hesitate to invest in businesses and real estate and planning his legacy towards his love for his family.

Bryant will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his nurturing of others and the many lives he quietly touched through his kindness.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet the Wezner family on Friday, February 27, 2026, 10-10:45 am at the Christ the King RC Church, 200 Windsor Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where Bryant’s’ Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 am. Interment will take place at Calvary Cemetery in Cherry Hill, NJ. In lieu of flowers charitable donations in Bryant’s name may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (www.nationalmssociety.org/).

02/17/2026

Jay E. Kauffman
Age 77, of Haddonfield

Passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026.

Jay was the cherished brother of Robert (Sally Reising) Kauffman; loving uncle of Megan Kauffman; and a dear friend to Ralph and Christine Hyman and their children, Jeff and Jill. He is also survived by many cousins and other treasured friends.

Jay dedicated over 30 years of service to the Social Security Administration. He was known for his great intellect, quick wit, and remarkable depth of knowledge. He had an extraordinary love for classical music—especially opera—and was a wealth of information about classic films. Jay’s humor, kindness, and deep love for animals will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

He was a devoted and active member of Grace Episcopal Church in Haddonfield, where his presence and participation meant so much to his church community.

A Memorial Service for Jay will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Jay’s memory may be made to the Voorhees Animal Orphanage ( https://www.aonj.org/support/donate/ ) or to Grace Episcopal Church ( https://www.gracehaddonfield.org/givingatgrace ).

01/28/2026

Cheryl L. Brady
Age: 77 of Haddonfield

(nee Johnson) Passed away on January 25, 2026. Cheryl was the devoted wife of Barry Brady; cherished mother of Matthew (Tami Fertig) Brady and Michael (Laura Santamaria) Brady; adoring grandmother of Mabel and Alice Brady; dear sister of Karen Moeller.

Cheryl was a librarian at the Haddonfield Public Library for many years. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Butler University in Indianapolis, IN, in 1970, where she was also a member of the corps de ballet in the classical dance program. Cheryl retained a deep and abiding interest in classical ballet her entire life. She and Barry celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in August.

Cheryl’s family will receive friends on Sunday, February 1st from 2-4pm at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ. Cheryl’s Funeral Mass will take place on Monday, February 2nd at 11am at Christ the King RC Church in Haddonfield, NJ. Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in Greenwich, CT, on Tuesday, February 3rd at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Cheryl’s name may be made to Doctors without Borders https://give.doctorswithoutborders.org/ , the MS Foundation https://mymsaa.org/ or the American Cancer Society https://www.cancer.org/ .

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01/24/2026

Lois Carrano
August 24, 1945 – January 23, 2026

Lois Carrano, a woman of unwavering faith and immense love for her family, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026 following a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 80 years old.

Born on August 24, 1945, Lois grew up in the vibrant neighborhoods of Brooklyn, where she developed the resilience and warmth that would define her life. It was in Brooklyn that she met James Carrano, the man who would become her lifelong partner. The two were married in 1968, beginning a journey of faith and family together. They later moved to Long Island to raise their large, bustling family before eventually settling in New Jersey.

Lois’s life was a living testament to her Christian faith. Within her church, she was a pillar of the community, serving as a beloved mentor in the Awana program and a dedicated member of the Women’s Auxiliary.

Her compassion reached far beyond the walls of the church. For years, Lois served as a volunteer for a su***de prevention hotline in Canada, offering a steady, loving voice to those in their deepest moments of despair. She had a rare gift for listening and a heart that naturally gravitated toward helping the vulnerable. In addition to her volunteer work, Lois was known for her sharp mind and helpful spirit in her professional life. She was a familiar face at H&R Block, where she worked for many years in tax preparation, guiding her clients with the same care and precision she applied to everything in life.

Lois’s greatest pride was her family. As a mother to eight, she was the anchor of a bustling, lively home. Her capacity to nurture was so vast that she also served as a foster mother, providing a safe haven and a mother’s love to many children in need over the years.
Lois is survived by her four sisters, Annajane, May, Susan, Patricia and one brother, Henry, with whom she shared a lifetime of memories.

Her legacy of love continues through her children: Theodore, Venera (Bob), Jimmy, Joseph, Florence, Rose (Dan) and Andrew (Jasneet), numerous nieces and nephews and other dear family members. She was predeceased by her sons, Christopher and John.
She was also the doting grandmother to 13 grandchildren and 2 great-grandbabies each of whom she cherished as a unique blessing.

Services & Memorial Donations

A celebration of Lois’s life will be held on Thursday, Jan. 29, at First Baptist Church of Haddonfield, 124 Kings Hwy E. Viewing 10 a.m.–12 p.m.; Ceremony at 12 p.m. (Cemetery to follow).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Blood Cancer United (www.bloodcancerunited.org) or the Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org).

01/24/2026

Eileen F. Little
Age: 78 of Cherry Hill

(nee Carney) Passed away on January 22,2026. Eileen was the devoted wife of Robert Little, Sr.; cherished mother of Robert (Sara DeCelis Little) Little, Jr., and Colleen (Jon) Wood; adoring grandmother of Talia and Ava Little, Jacob, Natalie and Katina Wood; dear sister of Edward Carney, Bernard (Diane) Carney, Jr. and the late Kathleen Hannold.

Eileen was a registered nurse at Cooper Hospital for over 30 years. She was an excellent mother and wife. She enjoyed reading, and was a great cook. Eileen and her husband Robert loved to travel together. They visited 6 countries in Europe, Ireland and went on numerous cruises together. Additionally, Eileen was a Disney World fanatic and she would save up so she could take her children every other year.

Relatives and friends are invited to greet Eileen’s family on Friday, January 30th from 10-10:45am at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where her Funeral Service will follow at 11am. Interment at Calvary Cemetery in Cherry Hill, NJ. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations in Eileen’s name may be made to Huntington’s Disease Society of America. ( https://give.hdsa.org/campaign/740121/donate )

01/22/2026

Lewis R. Bott, Jr.
Age: 91 of Haddonfield, NJ

Passed away on January 20, 2026. Born in Camden, NJ, he was a long-time resident of Haddonfield. Predeceased by his wife Rita of 64 yrs. Lewis is survived by daughter Suzanne Waltimyer of Haddonfield (Late David), Son David Bott of Haddon Heights, grandsons Brandon Bott of Barrington, Ryan and Tyler Waltimyer, of Haddonfield and Sister-in-law Kay Cauley of Ocean City, NJ, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Lew was a 1953 graduate of Haddon Heights High School; where he and Rita were High School Sweethearts. He was president of his senior class, was a member of the National Honor Society and played varsity football & baseball.

He was a graduate of Drexel University with a BS in Civil Engineering, 1959 and a MS in Engineering Management, 1967. As an undergraduate, he was active in Pi Kappa Phi fraternity.
Lew's career started at Boeing Company, Ridley Park PA as a structural engineer for 11 years. He was instrumental in developing the U.S. Army Chinook helicopter. After acquiring his Professional Engineering License in 1970, he made a career change, moving to consulting for various municipalities. First as an employee of Thomas Tyler Moore Assoc. in West Trenton, then engineer for several townships in Burlington County while working for Alaimo Assoc., Mt. Holly and, most notably, as the township engineer for Moorestown Township, while with Pennoni Associates of Haddon Heights, until his retirement in 1998.

Lew was always a home project guy - he was especially proud of the family rooms that he built on their Haddonfield home in the 1970's and later at their Pocono home in 1989. He always maintained a beautiful lawn and gardens which he and Rita enjoyed. For several years, Lew coached various youth sports teams. He was an avid Haddonfield sports fan, often attending the Bulldawg football and baseball games and wrestling matches. He also enjoyed golf and skiing.

Lew vacationed with his family in the Summers at Ocean City NJ, as well as at their Pocono house. He and Rita also enjoyed traveling to Southern California and Mexico (their favorite resort was in Puerto Vallarto).

Lew’s family will receive relatives & friends on Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10-10:45 AM, at Kain-Murphy Funeral Services, 15 West End Ave., Haddonfield, NJ; where his Memorial Service will follow at 11 AM. Interment, private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of Lew may be made to Samaritan Hospice Gift Processing Center, PO Box 71425, Philadelphia, PA 19176-1425 (www.samaritannj.org)

01/19/2026

MIRIAM FENERTY SULLIVAN

SULLIVAN — Miriam Fenerty, of Haddonfield, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on January 2, 2026 after a brief illness. She was born on September 6, 1935 in Atlantic City, NJ, the daughter of Miriam Elizabeth Loughran and the Honorable Clare Gerald Fenerty, a judge on the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas, Irish-American orator, and former United States Congressman from Pennsylvania, who passed away when she was age 16.

Miriam’s beloved husband of 61 years, Henry “Burk” Sullivan—a retired English and Philosophy Professor—predeceased her.
She will be remembered for her lifelong love of learning and language. Faith, family, friends, and compassionate care of the elderly were her priorities.

Miriam received her early education at Mount Saint Joseph Academy, where she graduated first in her class in 1953 and was awarded three academic scholarships. Wanting to stay close to home to support her mother following her father’s passing, she received scholarship offers from several local colleges, including Chestnut Hill College, from which she went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree with distinction in 1957, with a concentration in Romance Languages and a minor in English and Social Studies. During college, she participated in a summer study program in Guanajuato, Mexico and was a member of the Delta Epsilon Sigma National Honor Society.

Upon Miriam’s college graduation, the National Security Agency in Washington, D.C. selected her for employment as a crypto-communications trainee. She instead chose to work as a bilingual secretary and proofreader for Wyeth International, a pharmaceutical company in Radnor, Pennsylvania. She met her husband (a former Benedictine monk and then-Villanova graduate school student) at their shared parish church, Holy Child, in Philadelphia’s Logan section.

Miriam would leave professional employment to be a full-time homemaker for 25 years, raising her five children in a Haddonfield home saturated with literature, music, fun, and organic food. After her children completed college, she returned to formal study and, in 1990, earned a Scopist Diploma from the Court Reporting Institute of Philadelphia. She took loving care of her aging mother at home during the last fifteen years of her mother’s life and later cared for two elderly single women friends at the end of their lives, while simultaneously pursuing further education and working.

Miriam worked part-time both as a Production Assistant for the Philadelphia Bar Association—where she edited and proofread The Retainer and The Shingle—and, later, as a freelance proofreader and copy editor for court reporters, ORFA Corporation of America, Grey Advertising, and J.B. Saunders Company. She was an accomplished poet.

Miriam loved Haddonfield and the Jersey Shore and spent her childhood summers in Ventnor, NJ. In their later years, her husband and she built a Ventnor family home on a lot that her father had purchased almost a century earlier, where they spent several happy summers with their children and grandchildren.

She was a member of Christ the King Roman Catholic Church in Haddonfield for 65 years.

Miriam is survived by her devoted children: Miriam E. “Mimi” Sullivan (Andrew Hyde), Christine Sullivan Miller (Robert), Gerald Burk Sullivan (Abigail Brown Sullivan), Joseph Martin Sullivan (Dianna Wilson), John Gregory Sullivan (Mirela Draganescu); and by her cherished grandchildren: Sean, Andrew, and Matthew Sullivan, and Isabella Hyde.

A private mass of Christian Burial was held at Christ the King in Haddonfield on January 17, 2026. Interment was at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, in Cheltenham, PA. Funeral arrangements were through Kain-Murphy in Haddonfield, NJ, which is located directly next door to the family’s former long-time home.