In Memorium
Allen Maurice Deraney
July 23, 1950 - October 16, 2025
Allen M. Deraney embarked on his eternal jam session on October 16, 2025, at 75 years of age. Formerly of Ridgewood, Al was a longtime chemical engineer (Stevens Institute of Technology, ’72) and supreme sultan of substance procurement at Lonza, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Jarchem Industries. A father of two and grandfather of two, “Jiddo” was proud of his Lebanese heritage and always shared the culture and cuisine with those around him, one large scoop of hummus at a time.
Al’s friends knew him as Voodoo, Big Al, or Al Bone, but to his family, he was always Lanny. He spoke of the pompatus of love, embodying both the joker and the midnight toker while drumming for “The Tired Old Men” at his beloved Jam Nights in Woodcliff Lake. A fervent NRA advocate, American patriot, and Laurel & Hardy memorabilia collector, Big Al could be found most weeknights prowling taverns across Bergen County in search of fair-priced premium steaks
and “groove-ulous” live music. Traversing the globe was a staple for Al Bone, and travel he did—to Germany, the World Bullriding Finals in Vegas, or most often, “Planet Zaytops.”
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Voodoo struck terror into both Democrats and all-you-can-eat buffets for most of his adult life. He unapologetically shared his views to anyone with an ear, such as “the Boss should have stayed out of politics” and “the Doobie Brothers should never have added Michael McDonald.” For all his chutzpah and charm, Lanny was known best for his big heart. He always had an open couch for surfing and would lend his last dollar to help a friend. He lived by the “Golden Rule,” and was, as he put it, “wrong less often than most people.”
Kenneth (Ken) Fred Schoene
May 19, 1943 — October 15, 2025
Kenneth (Ken) Fred Schoene, 82, of Little Egg Harbor, NJ passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday October 15, 2025.
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Born and raised in New York City, Ken attended Stuyvesant High School where he ran cross-country. A voracious reader and life-long learner, he received an associate in applied science degree from SUNY Farmingdale, and the Bachelor of Science degree from Farleigh Dickinson University. Ken proudly served his country in the United States Army as a member of the Military Police, stationed in Thailand during the Vietnam War.
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In 1968, he married his wife Maryann and eventually moved to High Crest Lake in West Milford, NJ where they raised their daughters before moving to Sea Oaks in Little Egg Harbor, NJ in 2006.
Ken had a distinguished 50+ year career in the chemical industry, rising through the ranks from Product Development Chemist at Lever Brothers, Managing the Specialty Chemicals business at Sandoz, and ultimately as a Global Business Unit Director at BASF, and was granted U.S. patents for inventions. An expert in Ethelene Oxide, Ethylene Oxide Derivatives and Surfactants, Ken continued to consult for the chemical industry. Throughout his career, he was an active member of various industry organizations serving in leadership roles, including The Society of Cosmetic Chemists, AOCS, ILMA, ACI and ACC. Recently, Ken was the most active member of the Racemics Organization where he chaired the Membership and College Scholarship committees.
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A lover of all sports, he enjoyed watching, playing and writing about them, most recently penning the sports column in the Sea Oaks Link. Ken was a staunch supporter of girls’ athletics and spent many years proudly coaching town and travel teams for both softball and basketball. He was a loyal New York sports fan rooting for his beloved New York Giants and Mets; however, his most favorite pastime was singing and dancing with his wife.
Douglas Brice Clendaniel
May 9, 1950 - October 2, 2025
Douglas Brice Clendaniel was born on May 9, 1950, in Baltimore, MD and passed away peacefully on his family farm on October 2, 2025, in Chestertown, MD. His beloved sister Cynthia Clendaniel and parents Elizabeth Clendaniel Grayson and John (Jack) Brice Clendaniel and stepmother Frances predeceased him.
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A strong influence in his life were his grandparents, Epler and Helen Mills who lived in Virginia, Illinois. He was the proud uncle of many nieces and nephews, particularly his godson Campbell Hook. Doug spent summers during his early years in Chestertown where he learned to sail and play tennis. He was a long-standing member of Chester River Yacht and Country Club, where he played golf with many friends.
​Doug received his BS in Political Science and History from Mercer University and studied for an MBA at the University of Georgia. At Mercer, he was a member of the Alpha Alpha Chapter of the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. He joined General Chemical Corp. in 1984 and retired in 2007 as Sales and Marketing Manager. As part of his work in sales and special assignment projects for General Chemical’s eastern and southern regions, he moved to Jacksonville, Florida where he established many lifelong friends and became an avid golfer.
After retiring, he enjoyed driving a school bus for Kent County Schools – “Mr. Doug” was a favorite among the students.
Doug will be remembered by his family members and many friends as a loyal companion who loved in equal measure his friends, his family, his farm, his country, his Georgia Bulldogs, his golf, and his oysters. A gentleman in every sense of the word, spending an evening with Doug talking and laughing about everything from sports to politics, to history, to the right way to make a crab cake are memories we will all treasure.
Kevin Morgan Miller
October 6, 1961 - August 7, 2025
Kevin was born on October 6, 1961, in Houston, Texas, to Bobby and Joyce Miller. He was the eldest of three children, and a loving big brother to Kim and Kelly. From an early age, Kevin showed a curiosity for how things worked and a gift for fixing just about anything—a skill that would become a lifelong strength.
He grew up in Baton Rouge and attended Baton Rouge Magnet High School, where he wrestled on the varsity team and began to cultivate the grit and determination that would carry him throughout his life. After high school, Kevin earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Louisiana State University, setting the foundation for a successful and respected career.
While his achievements were many, the greatest love story of Kevin’s life began in high school when he met Tina Louise Perna. They married and went on to share 42 beautiful years together, building a life rooted in love, loyalty, and shared adventure. Together, they raised two wonderful children, Stephen and Diane, and later welcomed three grandchildren—Reed, Ryan, and Ruby—who affectionately knew him as Papaw, the beloved children of Diane and her husband, Chad Morgan.
Kevin had a deep love for the outdoors and an unmatched passion for dirt bikes. What began as a hobby in his youth grew into a lifelong pursuit that he shared with his children and later with his grandchildren. He found great joy in seeing them fall in love with the same sport that had given him so much, and he beamed with pride watching them ride and race. The family race team, 3GenRacing—Three Generations Racing—was more than a name; it was a symbol of legacy, love, and shared passion.
Kevin and his family made lifelong memories as members of the Acadiana Dirt Riders in Lafayette, Louisiana. Through dirt biking and community, they formed friendships that would last a lifetime.
Beyond racing and wrenching on bikes, Kevin loved the peace and fulfillment he found in nature. One of his favorite places was Big Bend National Park, where he and Tina spent time hiking and exploring together. But perhaps his favorite place of all was their beloved farm in Folsom. There, Kevin could often be found fishing, doing tractor work, or simply taking in the beauty of the century old oak trees with Tina by his side. That farm was more than a retreat—it was a place of gathering for friends and family sharing meals, laughter and lots of love. A place where memories were made and shared, time and time again.
Professionally, Kevin was a true leader. He worked with integrity and vision, climbing the corporate ladder through dedication and excellence. He held respected roles at Enron, Shell, and Petrologistics before ultimately becoming the President of Boardwalk Louisiana Midstream. He led with both strength and compassion—earning the respect of colleagues and those who worked beside him.
His successful career shone so brightly that he was recognized by the LSU Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering. Kevin was honored with an invitation to participate in their Alumni Achievement Lecture Series, where he inspired future engineers by sharing his journey. The title of his talk, “Motivation, Risk Taking, and LSU: A Fortuitous Combination,” reflected the principles that shaped his path—offering students not just professional insight, but a personal story of ambition, resilience, and heart.
Kevin lived his life fully—balancing hard work with deep love for his family and a thirst for adventure. He was a mentor, a builder, a teacher, and a quiet force who held his family together with steadiness and unwavering support.
His legacy lives on in the hands he taught to fix bikes, the trails he rode with his grandchildren, the wisdom he shared, and the love he poured into every role he held—as husband, dad, Papaw, friend, and leader.
Gerald Martin Mannion, Sr.
July 24, 1953 — July 17, 2025
​​Gerald “Gerry” Martin Mannion, Sr., 71, of Havertown, PA, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025 with his loving wife Dolores and children by his side.Born on July 24, 1953 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late William J. and the late Jane R. (née Fitzgerald) Mannion.Gerry was the devoted husband, for 45 years of Dolores A. (née McKeon) Mannion, and just celebrated their wedding anniversary on July 12th; loving father of Rachel Bartholomew (Tony), Katie Chu (Dave), Emily Thompson (Tim) and Gerry Mannion, Jr. (Molly); adoring Pop of Maeve Bartholomew; Luke, Jane & Abby Chu; Murphy & Annie Thompson; Nellie, Rose & Hannah Mannion; dear brother of Marie Haverty (Jack), Jean Teichman (Richard), William Mannion, and the late Claire McGill (Stephen); and caring brother-in-law of Cathy Nighan, Jean Ralph (Jim), James McKeon (Karen), Ed McKeon (Diane), Thomas McKeon (Diane) and Andrew McKeon (Theresa). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, whom he loved dearly.
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He was predeceased by his parents; in-laws Edwin and Catherine (née Galligan) McKeon; nephews Andy Nighan and Kevin McKeon.After attending Sacred Heart School in Manoa, Gerry graduated from Cardinal O’Hara High School and earned his degree from Villanova University and his MBA from Drexel University. Gerry had a remarkable almost 50-year career, including 30 years with Sunoco.
​His work provided him the opportunity to travel and see the world. As a lifelong learner, with an insatiable curiosity, Gerry was always eager to discover something new or pick up a story along the way. He had tremendous pride in his Irish heritage and was a captivating storyteller. True to his Philly roots, he loved all the local sports and the shore. He enjoyed watching his beloved Philadelphia sports teams.
There’s nothing that Gerry loved more than spending time in Avalon, whether an afternoon on the beach jumping waves with the grandkids or watching the sunset over the bay from the deck.Golf was his true passion - a game he approached with dedication and commitment. He was a member of Overbrook Golf Club for nearly 40 years and enjoyed playing year-round with his golf buddies.Above all things, he devoted his life to his family. He was a constant and encouraging presence in the life of
his children and grandchildren. He was a gentle and loving Pop, and his grandkids couldn’t get enough of him.Gerry had a strong faith, a generous spirit, great sense of humor, an unmatched work ethic, deep love for life, and lived fully and with intention. He was a true inspiration.A special thank you to Dr. John Devlin and the dedicated oncology team at Bryn Mawr Medical Specialists Association who provided exceptional care, compassion and support over the past 11 years.
Ross Richard Mayfield
March 19, 2024
Ross Richard Mayfield, 85, a resident of Dickinson, Texas, passed from this life on March 19, 2024. He was born on December 10, 1938, in El Dorado, Arkansas to parents, Ross Calvin Mayfield and Hester Mary (Harrison) Mayfield.
Richard graduated from El Dorado High School in 1956 and later earned his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Arkansas. He proudly served his country in the United States Army Ordnance Corp., achieving the rank of Captain. After his honorable discharge from the Army, Richard had a successful career in engineering, spending 19 years at Union Carbide, ending his time there as Manager of LPG Natural Gas Supply Group. Later, he dedicated 20 years to Koch Chemical where he excelled as Vice President of Chemical Sales.
He was a member of Shrine of the True Cross Catholic Church and a 4th degree Knight in the Matthew H. Wilson Assembly of Knights of Columbus. Richard faithfully served the church in many capacities, and in 2007 he became one of the first two Instituted Acolytes at this church.
Richard had a passion for scouting from a young age and achieved the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout when he was 15. He found solace in nature and was an avid bird watcher, seeing over 2,400 bird species during his lifetime. Richard also found great joy in traveling alongside his beloved wife. Together, they embarked on adventures that took them across the globe, fortunate enough to explore every continent on Earth.
Richard was most proud of his family and wife, Betty, who was his greatest inspiration. He had an accomplished career spanning over 40 years. He cherished the bond of friendship and developed lifelong connections with those he met throughout his life. He will be
remembered for his warmth, kindness, and genuine nature that endeared him to many, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed, but his memory will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Andrew Mayfield; grandson, Zachary Juelich; and his daughter Kimberly’s fiancé, John Kasey Barkmann.
He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 63 years, Betty Jones Mayfield; daughters, Kimberly Hoskinson, Terry Juelich (Robert), and Lisa Borm (Gregory); grandchildren, Amy Vance (Bryan), Matthew Hoskinson, Christopher Juelich, Amanda Juelich Erickson (Andrew), Taylor Borm (Rebekah), and Megan Borm (Michael); great grandchildren, Lucas Vance, Camille Vance, Summer Erickson, Robert Erickson, Harper Borm, and Bradley Borm; sister-in-law, Linda Mayfield Bright.
William C. "Bill" Robins
January 21, 2024
William C Robins, of Marmora, New Jersey, passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024. He was 77. Born and raised in National Park; Bill was a member of the Boy Scouts and earned the level of Eagle Scout. He graduated from Woodbury High School and attended Pierce Junior College for a short time before being drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He earned four medals during his service: the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. Upon returning, Bill married the love of his life, Linda Rader, and together they have shared 54 years of marriage while raising their two daughters.
Bill worked in the Chemical/Oil Industry for Intertek Caleb Brett for more than 27 years until his retirement in 2012.
He will be fondly remembered as a quiet yet quick witted man. He enjoyed golfing, especially when he got a Hole in One on the Lake Buena Vista golf course at Walt Disney World. Summers were spent camping down the shore outside of Sea Isle City and fishing and crabbing on his beloved boat, the RocknRobin. Bill was a long-timemember of the Quaker City String Band spending many New Years Day parades entertaining along Broad Street.
Away from his work, Bill enjoyed gardening and maintaining a pristine lawn as well as cheering on his Philadelphia Eagles and Phillies through the great and not so great seasons. Bill will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is the beloved husband of Linda (nee Rader); devoted father of Kristine Burke and her husband Daniel; Lori Kukral and her husband Daniel; loving grandfather of Erin, Kaitlyn, Billy, Molly & Kelly; loving brother to Carol Humphreys (late Robert);
brother-in-law to Rosemary Hawley (late Gerard) & Shawn Rader (Patricia).
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Friday, January 26, 2024 between 10am-12pm in the McGUINNESS FUNERAL HOME, 573 Egg Harbor Road, Washington Twp. (Sewell) where his ShareLife Celebration will follow at 12 Noon. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 240 N. Tuckahoe Road, Williamstown (Monroe Twp.). In lieu of flowers, Bill's family requests memorial contributions made to People for People Foundation, 100 Homer Street, Suite B, Clayton, NJ 08312 or by visiting pfpfoundation.org
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Edwin Montgomery Echols
April 18, 1937-November 26, 2023
Edwin Montgomery Echols, 86 of Houston passed away November 26, 2023. Edwin was born April 18, 1937, in Mulga, Alabama. He is preceded in death by his parents, Melville and Elizabeth Echols. He is survived by his wife Rebecca of 36 years of marriage. Children; Jeffery Echols (Amy) and Monty Echols (Blaire); Stepchildren, Sam Boyd, Lynn Raridon (Richard), Jeri Raridon, and Keleigh Kretz; Grandchildren, Erin Kozma (Liam), Trey Gagliano, Trey Echols, Matthew Echols, Jake Echols, Ryan Maddox, Seth Boyd, and Alexis Boyd; Great grandchild, Olena Kozma.
Ed grew up in Minor, Alabama and attended Minor High School. He went on to star in three sports, football, baseball, and basketball. He earned a full baseball scholarship to Mississippi State University and graduated in 1959. Upon graduation he became a commissioned officer with the U.S. Army, ultimately rising to the rank of Captain.
He went on to have a successful career in the chemical business starting at Allied Chemical, followed by Chromalloy Chemical and Ethyl Corporation, and ending his career as a Sr. Vice President at Texas Aromatics, LP.
Ed enjoyed watching and attending baseball games with family and friends. Golf was his other passion achieving 6 hole-in-ones' throughout his time as a member at Braeburn Country Club. He played many of the most prestigious golf courses in the U.S and Europe but was most proud of getting to play at Augusta
National in Augusta, GA. Ed was a true southern gentleman from exquisite dressing to his manners. Becky and Ed enjoyed traveling and spending time with their children and grandchildren.A Memorial Service celebrating Ed's life will be held Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Dettling Funeral Home, 14094 Memorial Dr. Houston, TX 77079 with visitation from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the service starting at 6:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers please donate in Ed's name to the charity of your choice.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Jerry Edward Winters
May 30, 1949 – September 21, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected, yet peaceful, passing of our beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather (fondly known as Opa), on September 21, 2023, at the age of 74. He is survived by those who loved him most, including his wife Cheryl, their 4 children and spouses, Jessica & Terence Barnes, Rex & Jade Winters, Ronnie & Stephanie Winters, and Julie & Matthew Strom, and 12 energetic grandchildren - Penelope, Olivia, Knox, Ford, Rex, Norah, Sampson, Nash, Luke, Evie, Steele and Rose.
Born on May 30, 1949, Opa was a Godly man whose life was marked by love for his wife Cheryl, time with family, and a passion for the outdoors. He touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impact on all who were fortunate enough to know him.
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His unwavering love and support were the cornerstones of our family, and his wisdom and guidance were cherished by all generations. He had an incredible ability to make everyone feel special and valued, creating lasting memories that will be forever cherished.
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He was a man of immense knowledge and skill, crossing multiple industries and touching many lives. Outside of his professional life, Opa had a passion for being outdoors, whether it be fishing, hunting or woodworking. Over the past few years, Opa built furniture, chess boards and gave willingly to his grandkids, creating lasting memories that will be cherished by all.
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A celebration of Opa’s life will be held on Friday, September 29, 2023 at Second Baptist Church’s Chapel in Houston, Texas, followed by a reception. We invite all friends and family to join us in honoring his memory and sharing stories of the wonderful moments we had with him.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.memorialoaksfunerals.com for the Winters family.