The Courier-News from Bridgewater, New Jersey • Page 23

COURIER NEWS TUESDAY, AUGUST 23, 2005 C-3 OBITUARIES Louis D. Smith loving husband, father and grandfather MORE OBITUARIES, PAGE C-4 Blanche Yannetta Alleman, loving mother, grandmother Joseph Yannetta of Somerville, Barbara Yannetta of Bridgewa-ter, Kathy Jones of Bridgewater, David Yannetta of South Bound Brook, James Williams of Branchburg, Jannett Moscato of Pennsylvania; and her loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A private ceremony was held at her bedside. Arrangements were by Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Memorial donations may be sent to the Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills, Hospice Program, 12 Olcott Bernardsville, NJ 07924.

SOMERVILLE Blanche Yannetta Alleman, 85, wife of the late Joseph Yannetta and Mason Alleman, entered into eternal rest Wednesday (Aug. 17, 2005) at home, with family present at her side. Blanche was born in Meatie, and had resided in Somerville. She retired as a nutrition program supervisor for Somerset County after many years. She was predeceased by her son, Gino Yannetta, and will be greatly missed by her surviving children: Glenn Yannetta of Indiana, Pattie Saraceni of Colorado, Donna Brezezienski of Georgia, Lewis F.UImer, loved horses, Jersey Shore and his country home HILLSBOROUGH-Lewis F.

Ulmer, 80, died Saturday (Aug. 20, 2005) at Somerset Medical Center in Somerville. He was born in South Bound Brook and grew up in Bound Brook and also lived in Bridgewater and Raritan before moving to Hillsborough 18 years ago. He was an Army veteran serving in World War II in Europe and the Pacific Theater. Lewis owned and operated the Hess Gas Station on Route 202-206 in Somerville from 1968 until his retirement in 1995.

He loved his country home in Hillsborough, his horses, and spending his summers at his home at the Jersey Shore. He was predeceased by his brothers, Donald and Robert Ulmer; and his sisters, Freda Bonstele and June O'Connor. RosemarieStier, homemaker and avid bingo player Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Doris (Fredericks) Ulmer; his sons, Wayne and David Ulmer, both of Hillsborough; his daughter, Sue Carey of Kendall Park; his brother, Harry Westen of Warren; his sisters, Marian Schuster of East Brunswick and Shirley Birchak of Bridgewater; and his three granddaughters, Pam and Jen Carey and Brianna Ulmer. A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday in the Hillsborough Funeral Home, 796 Route 206, Hillsborough.

Burial will be in Neshanic Cemetery, Hillsborough. Visiting will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Neshanic Reformed Church, 715 Amwell Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844.

and Dolores Guzzi of Lakeland, four brothers, Richard Smith of Elizabeth, John Smith of Freehold, Robert Smith of Bloomfield and Thomas Smith of Eatontown; and one grandchild, Rebecca. There will be a 10 a.m. service Wednesday at the Sheenan Funeral Home, 233 Dunellen Dunellen. Interment will be at St. Gertrude's Cemetery, Colo-nia.

Visiting will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Donations in Rosemarie's name would be appreciated to the ASPCA, your local chapter. Dlauwis sAouv yaw 1-800-944-3492 Middlesex, NJ www.hoskiflowerpower.com BRIDGEWATER Louis D.

Smith 57, entered eternal rest on Friday (Aug. 19, 2005) at his home with his loving and supportive family by his side. Born in Somerville to his mother, Joye (Hill) Smith, and late father, Arthur Smith, he had lived in Far Hills before settling in Bridgewater 23 years ago. Louis was employed as a cement mixer for Vianini Pipe in Somerville. Louis's family and grandchildren meant the world to him.

He had a passion for fishing and eagle figurines. In his spare time, he was an avid NASCAR and Philadelphia Eagles fan. Louis is predeceased by his dear father, Arthur Smith. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Edith (Vree-land) Smith, who joined hands in marriage June 21, 1969. He leaves behind his cherished Emily Ruth Adair, services Thursday BRIDGEWATER Emily Ruth Adair, born Feb.

5, 1983, passed away Saturday (Aug. 20, 2005) at her home in Bridgewater. At age 22, her Maker called her home. Emily was born at St. Peter's Hospital in New Brunswick.

She grew up in the small town of South Bound Brook, as an identical twin well known in the neighborhood. One of her favorite childhood hobbies was to bicycle down the streets as fast as she could, picking herself up again even after falling hard. The family moved to Bridge-water in 1992. Emmy later attended Bridgewater Raritan Regional High School, where she graduated in 2001. Emmy didn't like school, but everyone knew her as an intelligent and clever girl.

Emmy was a person who gave freely to others, caring more about their well being than her own. In her dad's words, she would give the shirt off her back if someone needed it. Emily is survived by her loving parents, Betty Jane and Rob; her older sister, Jennifer, and her twin sister, Shari, who is engaged to Maarten Altena; her maternal grandfather, Norman Luck Sr. ofKingston; and her paternal grandmother, Elizabeth Dietsche of Mount Arlington. Emmy was very much in love with Brent Wenson.

They were also engaged to be married. Even though Emmy's time on earth has passed, all who knew her take comfort in knowing she was called home to Our Father's House. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday at the Reformed Church of Bound Brook, Main and Clinton streets, South Bound Brook. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 p.m.

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NJ Uc. No. 3227 BITUARIES Special tributes purchased by family and friends To place an obituary: Fax (908) 722-1126 Monday to Friday 9 am to 7 pm Saturday to Sunday 3 to 7 pm You also may call (908) 707-3177 during those hours For Billing Inquiries please call (908) 707-3047 Moru-Fri. 9-5 To place cm in mfmoriom or card of thanks Call (908) 707-3188 or Fax 908-707-3213 Must be received 3 dayi prior to publication) Stephen Sopko, 83, machinist NORTH PLAINFIELD Stephen Sopko, 83, passed away Saturday (Aug. 20, 2005) at Green-brook Manor Nursing Home in Green Brook.

He was born in Carteret, spent most of his youth in Scotch Plains, and after returning from his service years, he resided in Plain- field before moving to Middlesex. Most recently, he had been living in North Plainfield. Steve had joined the Civilian Conservation Corps, then he served in the Navy from 1941 to 1947 as a gunner first class. He became a machinist and worked for 36 years for Taylor Forge in North Branch until his retirement in 1983. Stephen liked to putter around and was the family handyman.

Stephen was the son of the late Nicholas and Mary Mudry Sopko; he was also predeceased by his sisters, Anna Faso and Olga Pilato; and his brothers, Michael, John and Walter. He is survived by his sons, Robert and his wife, Karen, of Hillsborough, and Richard of North Plainfield; his grandsons, Stephen and Zachary; and his sisters, Sophie Puchel and Helen Rutsch, both of North Plainfield. The funeral service will take place during visitation, which will be from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Middlesex Funeral Home, 528 Bound Brook Road, Middlesex. Burial will be in Brig.

Gen. William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Wrightstown (Arneytown). Fire Co. as chairman for 15 years.

He was also a member of the Polish American Citizens Club in Whitehouse Station. He is survived by his wife, Helen Kiss, whom he married on Sept. 21, 1935. He is also survived by two daughters, Frances Serridge of Lakeland, and Dorothy Wallace of Sergeantsville; nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. A funeral liturgy will be celebrated 9:30 a.m.

Saturday at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Whitehouse Station. Friends may visit with the family from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Kearns Funeral Home, 103 Old Highway 28, Whitehouse. Dorothy G.Jonat, loving mother BRIDGEWATER Dorothy G.

Jonat, 86, died Sunday (Aug. 21, 2005) at Arbor Glen Holly Healthcare Center in Bridgewater. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., formerly of Bayside, N.Y., Copake, N.Y., and Buckingham, she moved to Bridgewater in 2004. Dorothy was employed as a secretary for City Bank in New York and Dayton Agency in Bay-side for 10 years, retiring in 1983. She was a lifelong member of the Redeemer Lutheran Church in Jamison, and Bayside, N.Y., where she sang in the church choir.

Dorothy enjoyed gardening and traveling, and will be sadly missed by all. She was predeceased by her husband, John, who died in Jan-uary 2005, and a daughter, Nancy Fischer, who died in 1987. Surviving are her children; a son, William, and wife, Joyce; her daughter, Dorothy Byer and her husband, Allan; a sister, Edna Bruderle; and two grandchildren, Alana and Philip. A memorial service will take place 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2100 York Road, Jamison, Pa.

Interment will be 11:30 a.m. Thursday in All Faiths Cemetery, Middle Village, Queens, N.Y., under the direction of Bruce C. VanArs-dale Funeral Home, 111 N. Gaston Somerville (908) 725-3111. Memorial contributions may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 28 Kennedy Suite 180, East Brunswick, NJ 08816-1248.

4 XI, children, Louis D. Smith Jr. and Kimberly Smith, both of Bridge-water; his loving mother, Joye (Hill) Smith of Florence, and his dear siblings, Bruce Smith of High Bridge, Richard Smith of Florence, and Wanda Knauer, also of Florence. His three adored dear grandchildren, Daniel and Alexis Campbell and Ashley Smith will miss him dearly. A funeral service will be held 8 p.m.

today at Fucillo Warren Funeral Home, 205 S. Main Manville. Friends and relatives may attend calling hours 6 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. At the family's request, disposition will be private.

To send condolences to the family or sign an online guest book, please visit www. fucilloandwarrenfuneral home.com. Dorothy A. Ferry, beloved aunt PLAINFIELD Dorothy A. Ferry, 85, daughter of the late Frances and Edwin Ferry, died Monday (Aug.

22, 2005) at Somerset Medical Center. Born in Washington, D.C., she resided in Plainfield before recently moving to Raritan Health and Extended Care Center in Raritan. Dorothy was a graduate of Mount St. Mary's Academy in Watchung. She had been employed as a clerk for the Public Service Company in Newark for 30 years.

She was predeceased by her sisters, Mildred Curran, formerly of Plainfield, Florence Raffer-ty, formerly of Middlesex and Elizabeth Huppert, formerly of Marco Island, Fla. Surviving are two nephews, Jack Curran of Plainfield and Bruce Huppert of Palm Beach Gardens, and five nieces, Patricia Smith of Hillsborough Township, Fran Esposito of Somerset, Mary Chiovarou of Newtown, Micki Connor of Flem-ington and Betsey Lampert of Naples, Fla. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Conception Church, 35 Mountain Somerville. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery, 899 Lincoln Piscataway.

Visitation will be from 10 am. until the Mass time Wednesday at Cusick Funeral Home, Somerville. Joseph G. Kiss, life member of Readington WHITEHOUSE STATION -Joseph G. Kiss, 94, of Whitehouse Station died Saturday (Aug.

20, 2005) at Palm Terrace Hospice in Lakeland, Fla. Bora in New York City, he was the son of the late Charles and Anna Kiss. Joe had lived in New York before moving to White-house Station in 1952. Joe was a communicant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Whitehouse Station where he served as an usher. He belonged to the Knights of Columbus Council 6930, where he was a charter member and a fourth degree knight.

He was a life member of the Readington Fire Company. Joe had served on the Readington Township Board of Education for 32 years, serving THIRTEENTH ANNIVERSARY In Loving. Memory Of CHRISTOPHER H. PRICE (CHRIS) Bonn March 18, 1971 Died: August 23, 1992 Your Lifting Family, Mom, Dad, Karen, Brother-in-law Adam, Niece Emma, Family and Friends Eighth Anniversary In Loving Memory of SHARON L. FOSTER Who Passed Away August 23, 1997 LIFT Ml UP Lift me up Lai the laughter Drees me In the lines! of clothes And when you speak my name Like you do Let me rememher That the whisper That the touch That lha woman that I loved so much la right here Loving me I wondered for the longest lima If there would ever be peace Inside, amidst the soilness, the tears Would the memories cease As time replaced the sweetness of you with lite? Could I hold on to the knowing of you The The Fill my cup with oy My heart with love As I look around ma Inside of me in front of me You are everywhere Like you said you would be Loving me sllll And lha memory of you For I have grown Wise enough now to understand What IVe always known You will always be a part of mo Yes, you will Speaking my name And loving ma Lift me Sadly Missed and Loved By, blank, Menry Marcla and Howard J- li re Kenneth H.

Dalrymple, retired pipefitter DUNELLEN Kenneth H. Dalrymple, 93, of Dunellen died Monday (Aug. 22, 2005) at his home in Dunellen. He was born in Jutland to Earl and Margaret Dalrymple. He lived in Clinton before moving to Dunellen 59 years ago.

Mr. Dalrymple was a pipe fitter at Union Carbide in Bound Brook for 33 years before retiring in 1977. He was an Army veteran of World War II, and a charter member of VFW Post 5479 in Dunellen. Mr. Darlymple was a member of the Dunellen Volunteer Fire Department for 59 vears.

He was a communicant of Our Lady of Fatima Church in Piscataway. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Marian (Tramutola) Dalrymple; his son, Kenneth and his wife, Joanne Dalrymple of Westfield; and his five grandchildren, Maria, Kenny, John, Jeffrey and Jennifer. Funeral services will be conducted 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Sheenan Funeral Home, 233 Dunellen Dunellen, followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Piscataway.

Interment will be in Lake Nelson Memorial Park Cemetery, Piscataway. Visitation will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Anthony R.

insurance acjjuster BRIDGEWATER Anthony R. Moran, 75, died Sunday (Aug. 21, 2005) at Franklin Care Center, Franklin Park. Born in Newark, he resided in White Meadow Lake for 10 years and then Clearwater, for 30 years before moving to Bridgewater three months ago. Anthony was an insurance adjuster for 15 years with Chubb Insurance Co.

in Morris County until retiring in 1974. He served a peacetime enlistment in the U.S. Army. He was a devout Catholic who was an avid reader. He enjoyed walking, cooking and doing crossword puzzles.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Helga Dohman Moran, in 2003. Surviving are his loving brothers, Marius, of Bridgewater, and Raymond and sister-in-law, Phyllis, of Toms River; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 9 to 10:15 a.m. Wednesday at the Branchburg Funeral Home, 910 Route 202 Branchburg, followed by an 11 a.m. funeral liturgy at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, Maple Avenue, Bridgewater.

Interment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington. For more information or to send condolences, please visit www.branchburgfuneral home.com. Richard W.Liberty 88, World War II veteran PLAINFIELD Richard W. Liberty 88, died Sunday (Aug. 21, 2005) at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center in Plainfield.

Born in Plainfield, he was a lifelong resident. Mr. Liberty attended Plain-field public schools, attended Bucknell University, and under the Army specialized training program, attended the University of Kentucky. He served in the European Theater in the 280th Engineer Combat Battalion during World War II, earning three battle stars, Ardennes (Battle of the Bulge), Rhineland and Central Europe. He was employed by Dun and Bradstreet as a credit analyst for 34 years before retiring in 1982.

After retiring, he worked for the USGA in Far Hills for five years. He was a member of the American Legion; Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge; Plainfield West Golf Club; and the Road Runners in Plainfield. I le also worked as a volunteer at Grace's Kitchen in Plainfield. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Edith Kappmeyer Liberty; son, Dale Liberty of South Plainfield; two daughters, Ellen Sue Pott and her husband, Gordon, of Yarmouth, Maine, and Kathy L. Ashley and husband, David, of Portsmouth, five grandchildren, Brian, Andrew and Sarah Pott and Meagan and Elizabeth Ashley; and his beloved companion, Smitty.

A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Church of the Holy Cross in North Plainfield. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by Memorial Funeral Home in Fanwood. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Fund of the Church of the Holy Cross, 40 Mercer North Plainfield, NJ 07060.

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