The Godfrey Funeral Homes of Ocean City, Palermo, & Egg Harbor Township

The Godfrey Funeral Homes of Ocean City, Palermo, & Egg Harbor Township Since our founding, the guiding principle of The Godfrey Funeral Home has been the commitment to trea The Funeral Home was acquired by Herbert L.

Godfrey in the 60's. The business expanded in 1971 adding our second location in Palermo. The funeral profession has remained a tradition in the Godfrey family with two of Herbert’s children, Herbert II and Sallie now running the funeral home and recently adding a third location in Egg Harbor Township. Since our founding, the guiding principle of The Godfrey Funeral Home has been the commitment to treating each family who comes to us as our own. With sincerity, pride, and dedication. Whether you have an immediate need for our services or you wish to begin pre-planning a funeral arrangement for you or someone you love, call us. We will be proud to serve you.

• Cremation Services
• Traditional Funerals
• Pre-Arrangements
• Funeral Insurance
• Funeral Trust Funds
• Medicaid Assistance
• Personalized Care

Find out more at: www.godfreyfuneralhome.com

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Th...
11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their service has safeguarded our freedoms and strengthened our nation.

We are deeply grateful for our veterans and their families. It is our privilege to serve those who have so honorably served us.

To all who wear, or have worn, the uniform — thank you. Your legacy of honor lives on in the hearts of a grateful nation. ❤️🤍💙

John Wesley Hockenberry, III, of Ocean City, NJ passed away on November 7, 2025, at home, surrounded by many friends and...
11/10/2025

John Wesley Hockenberry, III, of Ocean City, NJ passed away on November 7, 2025, at home, surrounded by many friends and family. John was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and stepfather.
John was born in Elizabeth, NJ, June 1, 1947, one of seven siblings. He proudly served his coun...

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11/08/2025

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11/08/2025

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James Craig CareySeptember 4, 1963 – November 3, 2025James “Craig” Carey, 62, of Somers Point, New Jersey, passed away p...
11/08/2025

James Craig Carey
September 4, 1963 – November 3, 2025

James “Craig” Carey, 62, of Somers Point, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at his home on November 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving and devoted wife, Ritamarie Sannino, and his cherished son, Justin.

Craig was born on Septem...

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Alice Jane Crockford (nee MacPherson), age 96, of Ocean City, New Jersey passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 20...
11/07/2025

Alice Jane Crockford (nee MacPherson), age 96, of Ocean City, New Jersey passed away peacefully at home on October 5, 2025 in the arms of her beloved husband of 75 years, William P. “Bill” Crockford. Eight days later, on October 13, Bill, age 99, passed away to join Alice and be together again in th...

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Richard "Richie" E. Pfleger passed away on November 3, 2025 after years of managing chronic illnesses. Richard was born ...
11/06/2025

Richard "Richie" E. Pfleger passed away on November 3, 2025 after years of managing chronic illnesses. Richard was born in Waldwick, NJ and lived most of his adult life in Sea Isle City, NJ. For many years he worked as a boat mechanic, and often spent his free time helping others with their boats. H...

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Katherine Virginia Binns, (November 14,1921 - November 3, 2025) passed away peacefully at the Masonic Village at Warmins...
11/06/2025

Katherine Virginia Binns, (November 14,1921 - November 3, 2025) passed away peacefully at the Masonic Village at Warminster. Known to her family and friends as Ginny, and to her 4 children, her 11 grandchildren and her 14 great-grandchildren as “Mom Mom,” she lived a long and happy life.

She...

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Dennis Edwards DeSalvo passed away peacefully on November 1st, 2025 due to cardiac respiratory failure after an extensiv...
11/04/2025

Dennis Edwards DeSalvo passed away peacefully on November 1st, 2025 due to cardiac respiratory failure after an extensive battle against heart disease. Up until the end Dennis maintained the same strength, courage, and fortitude he has displayed throughout his entire life.
Dennis was born on Ap...

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Patrick J. Grimes, Esquire (“Pat”)1963 – 2025Patrick J “Pat” Grimes, age 61, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 3...
11/03/2025

Patrick J. Grimes, Esquire (“Pat”)
1963 – 2025

Patrick J “Pat” Grimes, age 61, passed away suddenly on Thursday, October 30, 2025, in Cherry Hill, NJ. The eighth of nine children of Mary and Joseph Grimes, Pat grew up in Jenkintown, PA and Ocean City, NJ. Attending Immaculate Conception (“...

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Peter D. Visalli, Sr., of Ocean City, NJ, passed away at home on October 30, 2025. He was 81 years old. Pete was born in...
11/02/2025

Peter D. Visalli, Sr., of Ocean City, NJ, passed away at home on October 30, 2025. He was 81 years old. Pete was born in Philadelphia, PA. He attended Bishop Neumann High School and Villanova University earning a BSME and MSME and was a member of two national honor engineering societies, Pi Tau Sigm...

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Services were held privately.Complete obituary will appear when finalized.
11/01/2025

Services were held privately.
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The Funeral Home was acquired by Herbert L. Godfrey in the 60's. The business expanded in 1971 adding our second location in Palermo. The funeral profession has remained a tradition in the Godfrey family with two of Herbert’s children, Herbert II and Sallie now running the funeral home and recently adding a third location in Egg Harbor Township. Since our founding, the guiding principle of The Godfrey Funeral Home has been the commitment to treating each family who comes to us as our own. With sincerity, pride, and dedication. Whether you have an immediate need for our services or you wish to begin pre-planning a funeral arrangement for you or someone you love, call us. We will be proud to serve you. • Cremation Services • Traditional Funerals • Pre-Arrangements • Funeral Insurance • Funeral Trust Funds • Medicaid Assistance • Personalized Care Find out more at: www.godfreyfuneralhome.com