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Douglas Yorke Jr., Passionate Author From Jersey Shore, Dies After Easter Sunday Crash
A Monmouth County author died from his injuries after an SUV struck him while he rode his bike on Easter Sunday, authorities said.
Douglas Yorke Jr., 72, of Red Bank, was hit by a black 2017 Honda HR-V at around 5:45 p.m. on Sunday, Mar. 31, a Shrewsbury police spokesperson said. The crash happened on Samara Drive, just south of Obre Place.
Yorke was brought to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune to be treated for his injuries. He died at the hospital on Thursday, Apr. 11, according to his obituary.
The driver stayed at the scene of the crash. No charges or summonsed have bee…
Camden's Chau Tran, 50, 'Beacon Of Love, Wisdom'
Chau Tran, of Camden, died peacefully on April 12, according to an obituary published by Bradley Funeral Home. She was 50 years old.
She was "a beacon of love and wisdom," according to her obituary.
"She shared an unbreakable bond with her devoted husband, Quyen Tang, and together they raised a daughter, Vy Vu, who embodies Chau's thoughtful nature and kindness," her obituary said.
Click here to read Chau Tran's complete obituary.
Wrightstown's William Lloyd III, Died Unexpectedly, 51
William “Bill” J. Lloyd III, of Wrightstown, died unexpectedly on April 12 while surrounded by his loving family, according to an obituary published by Mount Laurel Home For Funerals. He was 51 years old.
Bill worked in the produce industry, and then as an exterminator for many years, his obituary said.
In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, camping and spending time with his family. "Bill loved doing outdoor activities with his sons, and taught them everything he knew," his obit said.
Click here to read William J. Lloyd III's complete obituary.
Yamileth D. Marenco, Operating Room Nurse, 41
Yamileth D. Marenco, of Pennsauken, died on March 26, according to an obituary published by Falco, Caruso & Leonard Funeral Home. She was 41 years old.
Yamileth was the first in her family to graduate from college and was a surgical technologist for over 15 years, working as an operating room nurse at Cooper Hospital, where her compassion and dedication touched the lives of countless patients and colleagues, her obituary said.
Beyond her work at the hospital, Yamileth made a lasting impact by collecting donations for the children of her home country, Nicaragua. "Her commitment to improv…
Frederick William Webb, Of Haddonfield, Died Unexpectedly, 43
Frederick William Webb, of Haddonfield, died unexpectedly on March 28, according to an obituary published by Mathis Funeral Home. He was 43 years old.
Frederick was a very funny jokester with what was described as a special laugh, his obituary said.
Frederick was also very well-traveled.
"But his favorite place to visit was New York City, where he just enjoyed leisurely walking around the city," his obit said.
He loved golf and enjoyed collecting coins in his spare time.
"But above all, he cherished the time spent with friends and family and will be deeply missed by those he leaves…
Painter Brian David Halbach Tabernacle Dies, 52
Brian David Halbach, of Tabernacle, died peacefully with his family by his side on March 30, according to an obituary published by Mathis Funeral Home. He was 52 years old.
He was a painter by trade, and worked his entire life for the family painting business started by his father over 50 years ago, his obit said.
He was an avid Eagles fan, and enjoyed spending time with his friends, playing pool, horseshoes, golfing, and fishing, according to his obit.
"Most of all he loved to spend time with his family," his obit said. "He was a devoted husband and father who loved his family uncon…