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Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home & Cremation Service, LLC is family owned and operated, serves most faiths

We believe that each life, each family is unique, and that our services should reflect the individuality of each person and family we serve. Our professional, attentive, friendly and detail oriented ownership and staff put you at ease from that first contact and ensure a dignified and memorable experience. Our beautiful and spacious facility with ample parking and professional staff welcomes your guests. We offer pre-planning and at-need assistance in areas such as medicaid planning, social security, and veterans benefits with no cost or obligation. We are a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, the New Jersey State Funeral Directors Association, and a participant in the New Jersey Pre-Paid Funeral Trust Fund.

02/02/2026

James A. Lang

Jim Lang, age 79, passed away peacefully at his home on January 27, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Jim was born on August 23, 1946, in the Cramer Hill section of Camden, New Jersey. He spent many summers in Cedar Run, NJ, where his family owned a summer home that later became his permanent residence. It was there that he and his wife, Karen, made their home and raised their family. Jim attended Woodrow Wilson High School in Camden and later took classes at Temple University. He was the founder and partner of Macro Sensors in Pennsauken, NJ, where he served as chief operator and manufacturing engineer until his retirement.

Jim’s greatest love in life was his family. He was deeply devoted to them and immensely proud of his children, Victoria and Connor, and all they accomplished. He loved living on the water and all that came with it—fishing and crabbing, building boats, and boating on Barnegat Bay—and always looked forward to the annual Lang Crab Fest. Incredibly handy, Jim could fix or build just about anything, including his childhood summer home, which he renovated extensively as their family grew. Rarely sitting still, he was often found tinkering around the house and yard or building model boats. He was also a devoted Philadelphia sports fan and thoroughly enjoyed watching NASCAR.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Stephen and Ethel Lang, and his brother, Stephen G. Lang. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Karen (née Huster); his children, Victoria Blake (Dave) and Connor Lang; his sister-in-law, Patricia Lang; brothers-in-law LeRoy (Tracey), Joseph (Bonnie), Edward (Alisa), and Robert; his nieces and nephews—Nadina, Amber, Tara, Michael, Rachel, Ryan, Christopher, Matthew, Wade, and Eddie; many great-nieces and great-nephews; and special family friend, Marykate Campbell.

A memorial gathering will be held on Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 11:30am until his memorial service, 1:30pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alliance for a Living Ocean: https://www.alolbi.org/give

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02/02/2026

Lucille B. Traynor

Lucille Burns Traynor, of North Beach Haven, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, after a brief illness. She was diagnosed with brain cancer shortly after Thanksgiving and faced her illness with strength, dignity, and grace.

Born and raised in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia, Lucille was the daughter of the late Michael F.X. Burns and Harriet Golas Burns. She also spent her entire life enjoying Long Beach Island, having grown up spending all of her summers there with her grandfather.

She attended Cathedral School and graduated from John W. Hallahan Catholic Girls’ High School in 1964. Many of her Hallahan classmates also spent their summers on Long Beach Island, and those friendships became a treasured part of her life for decades.

Lucille met the love of her life, Detective Gerard W. Traynor, when they were just eleven years old while spending summers on Long Beach Island. The two shared a lifelong bond and countless happy summers by the shore. They married and made their home in the Juniata Park section of Philadelphia, where they raised their family until Gerard’s passing in the line of duty in 1987.

After returning to school, Lucille earned her degree from La Salle University and began a distinguished career in education. She taught mathematics and computer science at Bishop McDevitt High School in Wyncote, Pennsylvania, where she also served as Head of the Math Department, as well as at La Salle University and Beaver College. Lucille loved her students and took great pride in their accomplishments, often keeping in touch with them long after graduation. She deeply valued the camaraderie and lifelong friendships she shared with her fellow teachers, who became like family to her.

Summers were always spent on Long Beach Island, where Lucille enjoyed time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. For many years, she filled her summers working as a hostess at The Seashell Club. She loved being around young people, sharing stories, and enjoying the energy of the beach. One of her proudest personal accomplishments came in 2019 when she built her home in North Beach Haven — a reflection of her strength, independence, and lifelong love of the island.

Several years after the loss of her husband, Lucille found companionship and happiness once again with Peter Coyne, with whom she shared 30 years. Together, they enjoyed watching their families grow and welcoming numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren into their lives. Their time together was filled with friendship, laughter, and love. Peter passed away in September of 2025.

Lucille is survived by her beloved children, Gerard Traynor (Lisa) and Joann Pasterkiewicz (John); her cherished grandchildren, Katie Cleland, Emily Lewis (Hunter), Eric Strobel (Alexandra Steinberg), Sarah Traynor, Patrick Cleland, Cassandra Traynor, and Gerard III Traynor; and her adored great-grandchildren, Teagan and Oakley Lewis.

She is also survived by Peter’s children, Elizabeth Cicco (James), Margie Gallo (Damon), and Maura Robbins (Scott), and eight loving grandchildren.

Lucille will be remembered for her generosity, intelligence, and devotion to family and friends. She cherished her family as well as her many lifelong friendships and the time she spent with those she loved most. Her life was filled with memories of laughter, teaching, and fishing — but most of all, countless days spent on the beaches of Long Beach Island, sharing with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren the same love of the island she carried throughout her entire life.

A memorial gathering will be held on February 21, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church, 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, New Jersey 08008. Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m.

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01/28/2026

Francis "Frank" Steven Rutkowski

Francis “Frank” Steven Rutkowski, 84, of Manahawkin, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2026.

Born in Paterson, NJ, on November 17, 1941, Frank was the eldest son of the late Frank and Alice (Smith) Rutkowski. He was a patriotic man that proudly served our country in the United States Navy receiving an honorable discharge in 1965 after 2 years of active duty on the USS Valley Forge (LPH-8) in1961.

Frank built a respected 40 plus-year career in HVAC, known for his strong work ethic, technical skill, and reliability. He was especially proud of his work as co-owner of AST Mechanical, where he formed lasting friendships and earned the trust of countless customers and colleagues. His dedication to his craft was matched only by his commitment to treating people with fairness, kindness, and integrity.

Frank was deeply involved in Freemasonry and its affiliated bodies. He was raised as a Master Mason on January 18, 2000, and was active in the York Rite, including the Knights Templar. He later served with distinction as Grand Master of the Most Puissant Grand Council of Royal & Select Masters of the State of New Jersey, reflecting his strong sense of leadership and brotherhood. Frank also brought joy to many through his work as a Shrine Clown, spreading laughter at parades, community gatherings, and charitable events.

Frank shared 56 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Marilyn Rutkowski, building a life rooted in love, humor, and unwavering devotion. He was a caring father to his daughter Cheryl Scheuerman and her late husband Robert Scheuerman and to his son Troy Rutkowski and daughter-in-law Julie. It was very important to Frank to raise his children in the church, instilling in them values of faith, compassion, and community that guided them throughout their lives.

He was a cherished grandfather to Kayla, Carly, and Alicia, who brought him immense pride and joy. He is also survived by his brother Gerald, one nephew, and many nieces, each holding a special place in his heart.

Frank was known for his good-natured sense of humor and loved to joke around, bringing laughter to family gatherings and everyday moments. Above all, he was a kind and caring person, always ready to help, support, or brighten someone’s day.

Frank’s quiet strength, warmth, and unwavering loyalty to his family, friends, and fraternal brothers leave an enduring legacy. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

A memorial service will be held at Grace Calvary Church, 1902 Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom, NJ, on March 21, 2026, at 11:30 AM.

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01/27/2026

Irene S. Monek

Irene Monek (née Stropkai), a beloved wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, cancer survivor, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on May 14, 1932, in Carteret, New Jersey, before moving to Clark in 1958, where she raised her family and built a life centered on love, faith, and service to others.

Irene cherished her family. Her greatest joy came from time spent with those she loved most, sharing meals, celebrating milestones, and creating a home filled with warmth, faith, and unconditional love. A devout woman of faith, Irene lived her life guided by deep spiritual conviction. Her faith was not only something she believed, but something she lived each day through kindness, patience, forgiveness, and service to others. She found strength and comfort in prayer and was a faithful member of her church community, where she formed lifelong friendships rooted in shared faith. Irene was a loyal and compassionate friend, known for her gentle spirit, wise counsel, and listening ear. She had a rare gift for making others feel seen, valued, and loved.

Irene dedicated much of her professional life to caring for others. She worked for the Union County Meals on Wheels program, serving as a coordinator for seventeen years before retiring in May 2000. Even in retirement, Irene could never truly stop working or helping others. After retiring, she and her husband Geza moved to Manahawkin, New Jersey where Irene worked part-time at Saker Family ShopRite for approximately 7 years. During her time there, Irene became a beloved presence among customers, many of whom would wait specifically for her assistance. She was known for her warm disposition, her willingness to help, and her ability to brighten everyone’s day with her genuine smile and kindness.

Irene is survived by her devoted husband of 71 years, Geza Monek, and by her loving children and their families: Daniel Monek (wife Debbie, deceased), Diane Jelovcich, Steven Monek and his wife Cathy, and Christina Neas and her husband Eddie. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Danny Jr. and his wife Priscilla, Michael and his wife Whitney, Jonathan and his wife Mary, Alex and his wife Amanda, Nicole, Jesse, Ashlynn, and Eddie. In addition, Irene was a cherished great-grandmother to Mikey, Bobby, and Ammishaddai.

She will be remembered for her unwavering faith, tireless work ethic, gentle strength, and the boundless love she gave so freely. Though she will be deeply missed, Irene’s legacy lives on through the generations she nurtured and the many lives she touched.

A celebration of Irene’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 4pm until her blessing service, 7:30pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to www.FamilyPromise.org, in honor of her lifelong devotion to faith and service.

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01/24/2026

Emma J. Purcell

Emma J. Purcell (nee Sprague), age 80, of Barnegat, NJ passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at home.

Services are pending at this time. Please check back with us. Thank you.

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01/22/2026

Irene Monek

Irene Monek (née Stropkai), a beloved wife, loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, cancer survivor, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on May 14, 1932, in Carteret, New Jersey, before moving to Clark in 1958, where she raised her family and built a life centered on love, faith, and service to others.

Irene cherished her family. Her greatest joy came from time spent with those she loved most, sharing meals, celebrating milestones, and creating a home filled with warmth, faith, and unconditional love. A devout woman of faith, Irene lived her life guided by deep spiritual conviction. Her faith was not only something she believed, but something she lived each day through kindness, patience, forgiveness, and service to others. She found strength and comfort in prayer and was a faithful member of her church community, where she formed lifelong friendships rooted in shared faith. Irene was a loyal and compassionate friend, known for her gentle spirit, wise counsel, and listening ear. She had a rare gift for making others feel seen, valued, and loved.

Irene dedicated much of her professional life to caring for others. She worked for the Union County Meals on Wheels program, serving as a coordinator for seventeen years before retiring in May 2000. Even in retirement, Irene could never truly stop working or helping others. After retiring, she and her husband Geza moved to Manahawkin, New Jersey where Irene worked part-time at Saker Family ShopRite for approximately 7 years. During her time there, Irene became a beloved presence among customers, many of whom would wait specifically for her assistance. She was known for her warm disposition, her willingness to help, and her ability to brighten everyone’s day with her genuine smile and kindness.

Irene is survived by her devoted husband of 71 years, Geza Monek, and by her loving children and their families: Daniel Monek (wife Debbie, deceased), Diane Jelovcich, Steven Monek and his wife Cathy, and Christina Neas and her husband Eddie. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Danny Jr. and his wife Priscilla, Michael and his wife Whitney, Jonathan and his wife Mary, Alex and his wife Amanda, Nicole, Jesse, Ashlynn, and Eddie. In addition, Irene was a cherished great-grandmother to Mikey, Bobby, and Ammishaddai.

She will be remembered for her unwavering faith, tireless work ethic, gentle strength, and the boundless love she gave so freely. Though she will be deeply missed, Irene’s legacy lives on through the generations she nurtured and the many lives she touched.

A celebration of Irene’s life will be held on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 4pm until her blessing service, 7:30pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to www.FamilyPromise.org, in honor of her lifelong devotion to faith and service.

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01/19/2026

Rose Marie Mullen

Rose Marie Mullen, age 87, of Manahawkin, NJ passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026 at Southern Ocean Medical Center of Manahawkin, NJ.

A memorial Mass of Christian burial will be held 11:00 am on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at St. Mary Of The Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

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01/15/2026

Francis "Herb" Davis IV

Francis Herbert Davis IV, aka Herb Davis, 71, of Manahawkin, NJ passed away on January 15, 2026.

Born July 28, 1954, to Audrey Miller Hicks and Francis H. Davis III.

Herb worked for several trucking companies over the years, including GenTech and W.R. Grace Trucking, which he especially enjoyed, before most recently working for United States Postal Service as a Tractor Trailer Driver and retiring in 2019. On September 26, 1981, he married Lillian Regan Davis with whom he shared 44 years of marriage. Together they raised two sons, Joshua Davis and Brett Davis.

Herb was a devoted Buffalo Bills fan who enjoyed coaching his sons’ sports teams when they were young. He was a selfless, simple man. He also served as the Captain at the Lincoln Hose Volunteer Fire Company in Keyport, NJ. He was a gifted storyteller and was known for his remarkable ability to recall routes and roads instantly from his years of truck driving.

He is survived by his wife, Lillian Davis; his sons, Joshua Davis (Lyndsey) and Brett Davis (Jonna); and six grandchildren, Landon, Kinzley and Kallie Davis, and Nathan, Emmett and Beauden Davis. He was predeceased by his mother, Audrey Miller Hicks; his father, Francis H Davis III; his stepfather, Leroy Hicks; his brother Glenn Hicks; and his daughter, Rochelle. Herb will forever remain in the hearts of his family and all who were fortunate enough to know him.

A memorial gathering will be held on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 3pm until his memorial service, 5:30pm at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Herb’s memory to The American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

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01/13/2026

Debra A. Vermeal

Debra Anne Vermeal 66 of Spring City, Tennessee, formerly of Lakewood, New Jersey, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2026 at Rhea Medical Center in Dayton, Tennessee. She was born January 17, 1959 in Jersey City, New Jersey to the late John Juskiewicz and Mary Tucholski.

Debra retired from the State of New Jersey Division of Taxation and Revenue after 25 years. She enjoyed doing crafts and playing video games.

Survivors include her children, Michele (Mark) Hanna of Spring City, Tennessee, Christine (Chiam) Sonnenblick of Toms River, New Jersey and her sons, John Knueppel and Christopher Knueppel of Archdale, North Carolina; her sisters, Rosemarie Sica of Manahawkin, New Jersey and Cecilia Juskiewicz of Lakewood, New Jersey; her grandchildren, Joseph, Vincent, Tia, Roxanna, Erik and Maya; great granddaughter Elowyn. She was also survived by her nephews Robert and Steven and her niece Stephanie.

A memorial gathering will take place on Monday, January 19, 2026, from 9:30am to 11:30am at Maxwell-Tobie Funeral Home, 573 Mill Creek Road, Manahawkin, NJ 08050. Her Mass of Christian burial will follow, 12:00pm at St. Mary Of The Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

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01/12/2026

Paul "Jerry" G. Schettig

Paul G. “Jerry” Schettig of Whiting, NJ, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, at Community Medical Center in Toms River, NJ, at the age of 93.

Jerry was born on March 18, 1932, in Piermont, NY, to parents Gustave and Mary (nee Palkovic) Schettig, and often spoke of an idyllic childhood growing up on the Hudson River. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War as an electrician on the USS Berry DD/DDE-858. Jerry married the love of his life, Joan Loser, on November 27, 1954. They lived in Tenafly, NJ for 48 years before retiring to Manahawkin, NJ. He was employed by NJ Bell, later Verizon, as a lineman, installer, switchman, and finally, a switching supervisor when he retired. Jerry was a parishioner of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Tenafly, NJ, and St. Mary of the Pines in Manahawkin, NJ. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, a union representative, and a Boy Scout leader. Jerry was an adventurer: a skilled diver, skier, skydiver, and cross-country motorcyclist. He was always the life of the party, and loved photography, music, dancing, airplanes, and history. He could build anything, and there wasn’t a household tool that wasn’t meticulously organized and labeled. Jerry was warm, generous, and selfless; a man who showed up at your door to help during times of need or sorrow.

He is predeceased by parents Gustave and Mary Schettig, his brothers Fred “Buddy” Schettig and Gustave Schettig; his sisters Gloria Hannafin and Caroline Schettig; and his son, Jerry.

He is survived by his wife Joan, his daughters, Eileen (Kevin) and Marianne, his grandchildren; Jesse (Crystal), Christopher, Michael (Sarah), Andy, Jenna, Jetika (Chris), Travis, and Myles (Emily), his great-grandchildren; Lila, Mia, Jerry, Marie, and Kaiya, and his nieces and nephews; Laurie, Mark, Danny, Michael, Steven, Jackie, Luke, Guy, Pam, Cathy, Peggy, Michael, and Maureen.

The family extends a special thank you to everyone at Crestwood Manor who lovingly cared for Jerry over the last three years. Their kindness and compassion will never be forgotten.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 11:00am at St. Mary of the Pines Church, 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to a charity that speaks to your heart.

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01/12/2026

William "Scott" Flynn

William “Scott” Flynn, 80, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2026, in Barnegat Twp., NJ.

Born in Camden, NJ and predeceased by his parents, William Martin and Margaretta Dorthy Flynn, and his brothers, Michael and Kelly Flynn, and his wife Barbara Edith Goldacker Flynn in 2024.

Scott raised his family in Surf City and Warren Grove, NJ. Scott had many accomplishments in his life and considered his family to be the greatest of them all. He was proud to pass on his favorite hobbies and skills to his three boys and grandchildren such as hunting, fishing, and carpentry. He retired after years of operating heavy equipment; dredging intercoastal waterways across the east coast and local sand quarries.

Scott is survived by his children, Michael Flynn and his wife Joyce Marie, Stephen Flynn and his fiancée Kimberly Doty, and David Flynn and his wife Melanie. He is also survived by his nine grandchildren; Brittany Marks, Michael, Sarah & Stevie Flynn, William, Lauryn & Matthew Flynn, Ryan & Evie Flynn, his two great grandsons; Landon and Chase, as well as his sister Billie Lee and his nieces and nephew.

There will be a private family gathering to celebrate his life.

Arrangements were entrusted to Maxwell–Tobie Funeral Home.

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01/11/2026

Rosalie Calandriello

Rosalie Calandriello, age 96, of Whiting, NJ passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026.

Visiting will take place on Friday, January 16, 2026 at St. Mary's Church, 747 W. Bay Ave., Barnegat, NJ 08005 from 11am until her Mass of Christian burial at 12 noon. Entombent will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 283 Beachview Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050.

In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made in her memory to The American Heart Association at www.heart.org

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