Elie Yammine, of Windsor, NJ, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023 at St. Peter&rsquo;s Hospital in New Brunswick. He was 63. He was born and raised in Beit Chebab El Meten, Lebanon.
The middle child of six children, Elie immigrated to the United States with his family in 1989. He left everything else behind in Lebanon and started over the USA, succeeding when everyone thought success wasn&rsquo;t achievable.
Elie started his jewelry business, Belle Jewelry in South Brunswick, NJ in 1991. He loved his job. He also was a Gemologist as well as an exceptional diamond setter. He created beautiful handmade jewelry pieces. Elie, over the years has built a strong, loving relationship with his customers making everyone who comes to Belle Jewelry feel special. He always brought solutions to the most complex situations.
He met Randa (Hikri) Yammine, the love of his life, at a Saint Maroon's party. Together they had three beautiful daughters, Celine, Claire and Sandra. Elie was an amazing father who never failed to guide his daughters to success. He always would sacrifice his life for his daughters.
Of all the qualities that Elie had, being a father and a husband was where he was shining the most. Randa, his wife and Celine, Claire, and Sandra his daughters were always enveloped in a blanket of love, affection, and attention. Elie never faulted to take care of his mother, Claire and his father, Michel all the while being a great brother to his late sister Hanaa, his sisters Leila and Marleine, as well as his brothers Issa and Samir.
Elie loved life so much that he always planned trips with family and friends to practice his hobbies of fishing and being by the sea, despite his previous injury that never stopped him from enjoying whatever he wanted to do. He loved his dog Rocky and listening to songs from Melhem Barakat. He was a parishioner of St. Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church in Franklin Twp.
Elie is the personification of what a gentleman should be. Caring, generous, authentic, strong, honest, kind, and no matter what the circumstances were he always kept calm and the smile never left his face.
A visitation will take place on Sunday, October 1st, from 4:00 &ndash; 7:00 pm at The Crabiel Home for Funerals, 170 N Main St. -at Riva Avenue, Milltown. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, 10:00 am, at St. Sharbel Maronite Catholic Church, Franklin Blvd &amp; Easton Avenue, Somerset. Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Piscataway. You may sign the online condolence "guestbook" at www. crabiel. com In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Sharbel&rsquo;s Maronite Catholic Church, 7 Reeve Street, Somerset, NJ 08873.

Darcie Ann Litchfield (Fisher), age 42, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away peacefully on Monday September 18th, surrounded by her loving family. Darcie was born on January 24, 1981 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, the daughter of Christine (Chris) Stanley Fisher and Mitchell C Fisher. She grew up in Stevens Point, graduating from Stevens Point Area Senior High in 1999. She went on to start a successful career at Sentry Insurance. She grew quickly at the company, working in numerous positions, eventually relocating to their Scottsdale location. Darcie met her husband Josh in Stevens Point. They married in August of 2003. Together they relocated to the Phoenix area to pursue their careers and start a family. Darcie and her family called Phoenix home for the last 18 years. She adored her three boys and loved spending time with them and attending their many sporting events to cheer them on. She enjoyed game nights and socializing with friends and neighbors and spending time outdoors hiking and exploring the hills and mountains around Arizona. She also had a passion for journaling and writing poetry. Darcie is survived by her three sons, Parker, Cohen and Beckett and her ex-husband and dear friend, Josh Litchfield, her mother, Christine Fisher of Stevens Point and her father Mitchell (Liz) Fisher of Stevens Point, her brothers Matt (Maggie) Fisher of Sun Prairie and Mike (Carie) of Milton Wisconsin. Darcie was a loving aunt to Keira and Owen Fisher of Milton and to Noah and Ella Fisher of Sun Prairie. She is further survived by her aunts Jean (Bob) Chesney of Stevens Point and Mary Stanley (Rick Neier) of Chandler Arizona and her uncle Jack (Bonnie) Stanley of Stevens Point. Her aunt, Lynn Stanley (Gary Schultz) preceded her in death. The family would like to thank Hospice of the Valley in Phoenix for their support and compassion during Darcie's final journey. And a special thank you to her nurses, Carrie and Kaelen, who also became her special friends. Thank you also to the family and friends who came from near and far to visit Darcie one last time and truly brightened her day. A gathering for family and close friends was held in Darcie's honor in Phoenix. A celebration of life is being planned for Darcie at Memories Banquet Hall at Springville Sports Grill, 2811 Plover Springs Dr, Plover, WI on November 11th, 2023 from 11 am to 3 pm. A memorial fund for Darcie's boys' education has been established at gofund. me/7430e130.

Rita Sue Stewart Campbell, 70, of Keiser, AR, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at her home. She was born at the City Hospital in Fayetteville on April 18, 1953, the first child of George Raymond Stewart and Clara Margaret Titus Stewart. She was preceded in death by her parents. Rita had a love of her beloved dogs and was very good with horses. She had been an over the road truck driver and a waitress. Rita enjoyed the sound of a Peterbilt. She was known to be someone that when a truck driver would try to pass, to have you flash your lights to let them know they were clear to get back over in the lane. Rita would then giggle when they would flash their lights on the trailer to say "thank you". She is survived by her husband Robert Campbell of the home; her sister Donna Stewart Bolinger of Springdale, AR; a nephew Jason Halsten Bolinger of Springfield, MO; two nieces, Lindsay Bolinger Mayville of Ft. Smith, AR and Brandi Bolinger of Huntsville, AR. The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Friday, August 25, 2023 at Beard's Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be 10:00 Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Beard's Chapel with Chaplains Jacqueline Eakins and Enrique Sanchez officiating. Interment will follow in McCord Cemetery in Elkins.

Michael Charles Hazlett, 60, of Glen Dale, WV, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 peacefully at home. He was born March 10, 1963, in Glen Dale, the son of the late Dennis and Florence Irene (Stackpole) Hazlett. Mike loved the land and spent his life farming. He was an avid Marx Toys collector. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents. Mike is survived by his sister Loretta (Craig Guenther) Wallace of Hamilton, OH; two children, Ethan (Jamie) Hazlett and Jenny (Jarett) Blake; one grandson, Landry Blake; his loving dog, Scruffy and his cats. Family and friends will be received Friday, August 25, 2023 from 12 pm until time of service at 1 pm, at Altmeyer Funeral Homes, Benwood-McMechen Chapel, 114 Marshall Ave. Interment will be held at Halcyon Hills Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Marshall County Animal Shelter by . Condolences may be offered to the family at www. altmeyerfuneralhomes. com

November 5, 1946 ~ September 16, 2023 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Rita Kalma at the age of 76. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 59 years Dirk, son Derek (Michelle), grandson Carter, brother John (Nelly); sister Elsie; sisters-in-law Tina and Sylvia (Tom); brother-in-law Bob, along with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and many close friends who are cherished as family. In respect for Rita's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family ceremony will be held. For those wishing to honour her memory, in lieu of flowers donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation and the Beausejour Hospital TV fund. The family wishes to thank Dr. Schmidt and the staff at Beausejour Hospital for their compassionate care, and also thank John at Community Paramedics Service.

Thomas C. Elchenko, 69, of Doylestown passed away on September 25, 2023. Beloved husband of Nancy W. Elchenko. Loving father of Thomas A. Elchenko and his wife Jamie, Samantha E. Kistner and her husband Samuel. Grandfather of Torsten, Olivia, Heidi and Isabelle. Dear brother of Stephen Elchenko and his wife Joan. Thomas was known as everyone's best friend. He could strike up a conversation with anyone and in turn, become life long friends. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends with a cold glass of beer in his hand. Tom loved to travel, woodworking, and old cars. He was known for his infectious smile and irrepressible good humor. He was always quick with a joke, funny story, or even a prank. His enormous heart and generosity for his loved ones was renowned. He will be forever in our hearts and never forgotten. Relatives and friends are invited to Thomas' Life Celebration Tuesday, October 3, 2023 after 10:00AM at St Martin of Tours R. C. Church, 1 Riverstone Circle, New Hope, PA 18938. Followed by his Memorial Mass at 11:00AM. Interment is private. Life Celebration services are entrusted to Swartz Givnish of Newtown.

Bryan Michael Kerstein passed away suddenly on September 26, 2023 at the forever young age of 30 years old. He was born and raised in Warrington, PA and graduated from Central Bucks South in 2011. Most recently, he lived in Wilmington, DE, with his girlfriend, Jamie, and their dog, Buddy, where he had started a very promising career in sales. He enjoyed playing all sports and was known for being a diehard Philadelphia sports fan. He spent most of his free time attending as many Eagles and Phillies games as possible. He was looking forward to another Red October and was thankful he got to attend both a Super Bowl and World Series parade in his lifetime. When not consumed by sports, Bryan enjoyed being with family and friends and taking in all the adventures life had to offer. Bryan made everyone he met feel comfortable because of his easy going personality and his ability to make anyone feel welcome. His family and friends will always remember his contagious smile; fun loving demeanor; and his kind and selfless heart. Bryan is predeceased in death by his devoted grandparents; Mary and Harry Haws, Hinda and David Kerstein. He is survived by his adoring parents, Evan and Susan (Haws); his longtime girlfriend and soulmate, Jamie Hunsberger; his loving sister Lauren and brother-in-law Craig; as well as his niece and nephew, Charlotte and Clayton. He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Bryan's life on Friday, October 6, 2023 beginning at 9:30amuntil services at 11:00am at Decker-Givnish Funeral Home, 216 York Road, Warminster, PA 18974. Interment to follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Bryan's memory to: Limen Recovery + Wellness, PO Box 1306, Wilmington, DE 19899.

Wanda "Maxine" Witzgall, 95, of Moundsville, WV, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023, at Shadyside Nursing Home, Shadyside, OH. She was born in Wheeling, WV on April 25, 1928, a daughter of the late Guy and Clio (Polen) Fletcher. Maxine was a member of Marshall County Farm Bureau and the Fairview Homemakers. She was a homemaker and worked as a clerk for Behm's Auctioneering for many years. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her loving husband Herbert Witzgall, her sister, Wilda Harmar, two brothers, Carl and Bryon Fletcher and a granddaughter Heather Witzgall Henderson. Maxine is survived by her two sons, Tom (Jenny) Witzgall of Lakeland, FL and Kim Witzgall of Moundsville; one daughter Pam (Rusty) Leonard of Valley Grove, WV; three grandchildren, Jaclyn Church of Lakeland, FL, Jody Leonard of Annapolis, MD and Jason Leonard of Moundsville; seven great-grandchildren Kaylon Henderson, Autumn Henderson, Isabella Church, Zachery Church, Austin Bocchichio, Macy Bocchichio and Jason Leonard Jr. and several nieces and nephews Family and friends will be received Friday, August 25, 2023 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Altmeyer Funeral Homes, Lutes & Kirby-Vance Chapel, 118 Grant Ave. , where services will be held on Saturday, August 26 at 11 am. Interment will be held at Riverview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice by or to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be offered to the family at www. altmeyerfuneralhomes. com

It is with profound sadness that we share that Joe Jarzembowski died peacefully at home on September 22nd, 2023. His wife, Amy and his two children, Sam and Julia were holding his hands as he left this world. Joe loved spending time with family and friends, enjoying a glass of wine, cooking and eating great food, travelling and planning yet more trips. His next scheduled trip was to be a cruise to Antarctica early in 2024. He spent a lot of time reading, playing with the cats, and reviewing investment opportunities with the Bellingham Angel Investors. During his career he was a software engineer, an attorney, a project manager for a hot finish tubing mill, an international sales manager, and finally his favorite role: a consultant, advisor and investor in startup companies. He earned a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from UMASS-Amherst, an MS degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Hawaii-Manoa, and a JD degree from Suffolk University. His love of learning was lifelong. Joe was kind, generous, witty, and extremely intelligent. His love of family is what we will remember most about him. Nothing gave him more pleasure that to cook for us all and to enjoy dinner together. Joe was born in Northampton, Massachusetts in 1948. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Amy Van Pelt, his children Sam Jarzembowski, Julia Jarzembowski and her husband Brad Hoffman; his sisters Trish Siegel (Peter Siegel), Helen Jarzembowski (Dick Duncan), and Sue Allen (Matthew Allen); his sisters- and brother-in-law Barb Van Pelt (David Varga), Linda Van Pelt (Greg Holman), and Don Van Pelt (Rosemary Thies) as well as numerous nieces, nephews. A Celebration of Life for will be held on November 11, 2023 from 3 - 5 PM in the Living Room at the Chrysalis Inn Bellingham WA. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Amyloidosis Foundation, the Whatcom Hospice Foundation, or the Van Pelt Family Scholarship Fund at the Whatcom Community Foundation.

George Charles Murphy, 88, of Wheeling, WV, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at Good Shepherd Nursing Home. He was born in Wheeling on February 16, 1935, the son of the late Al and Betty Jean (Ephlin) Murphy. George was a proud US Army Veteran and a member of the American Legion Post 1. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his loving wife, Helen Murphy (2009). George is survived by his two children, Joann Welsh and Elmer Murphy and his granddaughter, Crystal Welsh. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post 1 by . Condolences may be offered to the family at www. altmeyerfuneralhomes. com.

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