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Wrightstown's William Lloyd III, Died Unexpectedly, 51 Wrightstown's William Lloyd III, Died Unexpectedly, 51
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.
Lifelong Hyde Park Resident Dies At Age 47 Lifelong Hyde Park Resident Dies At Age 47
Lifelong Hyde Park Resident Dies At Age 47 A longtime tech worker in the Hudson Valley died at the age of 47 at his home. Jamie Brian Paterson of Hyde Park, a lifelong Dutchess County resident, lived in of Hyde Park and was born in Poughkeepsie to Daniel M. Paterson and Linda J. (Steele) Paterson. Paterson graduated from FDR High School in Hyde Park in 1994 and then from Dutchess Community College. He was a longtime employee of Southern Westchester BOCES in Rye Brook where he worked in their IT department as a systems engineer, according to his obituary. When he was not working, his obituary said Paterson enjoyed camping, bowling,…
Michael Januario, 13, Of Newark Dies Christmas Eve Months After Bone Cancer Diagnosis Michael Januario, 13, Of Newark Dies Christmas Eve Months After Bone Cancer Diagnosis
Michael Januario, 13, Of Newark Dies Christmas Eve Months After Bone Cancer Diagnosis Michael Januario, a 13-year-old boy from Newark, died months after being diagnosed with bone cancer, his family says. "Michael was an energetic, smart and amazing young man whose life was turned upside down this past summer," reads a GoFundMe launched for the family. He died at home on Christmas Eve, his obituary says. Michael was a student at McKinley Elementary School and enjoyed "riding his bike, and was always ready to play games," the obituary continues.  "A creative young man, he loved building and creating with Legos, and cherished time spent camping with his family." Mo…
'His Spirit Was Like No Other': Community Rallies Around Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree 'His Spirit Was Like No Other': Community Rallies Around Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree
'His Spirit Was Like No Other': Community Rallies Around Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree Joshua Przybycien died doing what he loved, in a place he loved, with the woman he loved more than anyone else in this world, his family said.  The 33-year-old Palmer man died on Friday, Sept. 8, after a tree fell on him while he was camping with his fiancée, Katy Workman, in Somerset, Vermont. A violent thunderstorm brought heavy rains and high winds, which toppled the tree, Vermont State Police said. No one else was injured.  Joshua's family and friends created a GoFundMe to help pay for his funeral. The campaign had raised nearly $10,000 as of 1 p.m. Monday, less than a day after it was…
Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree While Camping With Fiancée In Vermont ID'd Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree While Camping With Fiancée In Vermont ID'd
Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree While Camping With Fiancée In Vermont ID'd A 33-year-old Hampden County man on a camping trip in Vermont was killed on Friday, Sept. 8, when a tree fell on him during a storm, authorities said.  Joshua Przybycien, of Palmer, was camping with his fiancée, Kathryn Workman, in Somerset, Vermont, when high winds and heavy rains toppled the tree around 1 a.m., Vermont State Police said. No one else was injured.  Related: Community Rallies Around Palmer Man Killed By Falling Tree Adam Przybycien posted on Facebook that Joshua was "kind and loved by all." Long Live Joshua Przybycien. I Love you man it still don’t feel real and it …
Beloved Knights Of Columbus Member, Carmel HS Grad Dies At 34 Beloved Knights Of Columbus Member, Carmel HS Grad Dies At 34
Beloved Knights Of Columbus Member, Carmel HS Grad Dies At 34 A 34-year-old with ties to the Hudson Valley is being remembered for his dedicated Knights of Columbus membership and his love of music.  North Carolina resident Michael James Clement died on Thursday, July 20 at the age of 34, according to his obituary.  Born in Poughkeepsie in 1988, Clement graduated from Carmel High School in Putnam County before going on to attend both American University in Washington, DC and SUNY Plattsburgh, from which he received a bachelor's degree in Economics and Finance.  During his time in college, he participated in a studen…
Bobcat Attacks Man Sleeping In Hammock At Selden Neck State Park In Lyme Bobcat Attacks Man Sleeping In Hammock At Selden Neck State Park In Lyme
Bobcat Attacks Man Sleeping In Hammock At Selden Neck State Park In Lyme A bobcat attacked an adult camper at a Connecticut state park. The attack took place during the early morning hours of Friday, June 30 in New London County at Selden Neck Island in Selden Neck State Park in Lyme. Paul Copleman, a spokesman for the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), said the man was sleeping in a hammock when he was attacked,  The man and two other adult computers killed the bobcat, he added. All three adults were taken to a local hospital for treatment.  The adults were leading a group of youth campers at the time, and it is believ…
Marine Corps' Revamped Lunga Park Reopens After Explosives Closed It For Decade Marine Corps' Revamped Lunga Park Reopens After Explosives Closed It For Decade
Marine Corps' Revamped Lunga Park Reopens After Explosives Closed It For Decade Marine Corps Base Quantico's Lunga Park has been dormant for a decade, but later this month, the Triangle park will reopen to the public with a grand celebration. The original recreation area, formerly known as Lunga Recreation Area, is located on the west side of Marine Corps Base Quantico, and will reopen Friday, May 26. A grand reopening celebration featuring a BBQ cook-off, rock climbing, free fishing, free watercraft rentals, and more will be held June 3 and 4. The park spans more than 680 acres and includes the reservoir, which had been a favorite spot for local residents. “Lunga Pa…
Christina 'Rowan' Choi Of Fairfax Dies, 30 Christina 'Rowan' Choi Of Fairfax Dies, 30
Christina 'Rowan' Choi Of Fairfax Dies, 30 The mother of a 30-year-old Fairfax County woman who recently died is hoping her memory will live on through a tree and bench in her name. Christina "Rowan" Choi died on March 30, 2023, according to their obituary, which remembers them as "a free spirit full of love." Rowan's mom, Michelle, on a GoFundMe urged parents to make their children feel safe to share what's going on in their lives. "Love them unconditionally and without judgement," she wrote on the campaign, launched to help fund the bench and tree. "Life is too short, so make the most of every single moment. Remember that ev…
Best York County Parks To Visit This Spring Best York County Parks To Visit This Spring
Best York County Parks To Visit This Spring Can warm, spring weather be here to stay? Then it’s definitely time to plan your visits to parks in York County. Located in southern York County, Codorus State Park offer thousands of acres of natural beauty. Amenities and activities available include boating, camping, hiking, swimming, playgrounds, picnic areas, and more.  Its biggest attraction is Lake Marburg. The lake's 26 miles of shoreline make it perfect for fishing or just taking a leisurely boat ride. John C. Rudy County Park in York offers a sand volleyball court, softball and soccer fields, horseshoe pits, and trails for runni…
Trek Into Spring With Boston Area's Best Hiking Trails Trek Into Spring With Boston Area's Best Hiking Trails
Trek Into Spring With Boston Area's Best Hiking Trails A hike is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of warmer weather and these trails, selected by Yelp, offer Bostonians an active outdoors excursion without straying too far from home.  There are parks and trails near the Boston area to suit any adventurer's needs, whether you're looking for bird watching, a quick jaunt, or all-day activities. Check out these top-rated trails as reviewed on Yelp. Bumpkin Island (Boston) A perfect camping, hiking, or kayaking destination, Bumpkin Island has flower-lined trails and shell-covered beaches. History buffs will enjoy exploring the remains of …
‘Truly One Of The Good Guys:’ Lifelong Hunterdon County Resident David Barnes Dies At 34 ‘Truly One Of The Good Guys:’ Lifelong Hunterdon County Resident David Barnes Dies At 34
‘Truly One Of The Good Guys:’ Lifelong Hunterdon County Resident David Barnes Dies At 34 Lifelong Hunterdon County resident David Barnes died at his home in Flemington on Thursday, Dec. 29. He was 34. Born in Flemington, David was raised in Delaware Township, where he attended Delaware Township School and learned to embrace the outdoors, his obituary says. David was described as a “gentle soul, kind to everyone he met,” though he still loved exhilarating activities like mountain biking and camping. He could also often be found cooking, gardening, or learning about history through novels and movies, his memorial says. David is survived by his loving parents, Susan and Edward B…
Carpenter Nick Jennings Louden Dies, 31 Carpenter Nick Jennings Louden Dies, 31
Carpenter Nick Jennings Louden Dies, 31 Nicholas Jennings Louden, who was born in Baltimore, died on Jan. 2 at 31 years old. Nick, of Mount Airy, worked as a carpenter but was passionate about caring for his birds, his truck and camping, according to his obituary. He leaves behind his cherished wife, Kelsey D. Baker Louden, daughters Emma G. Sandifer-Louden and Laila M. Glover; father Scott Louden (Janey Louden); mother Debra Andrews Wheatley (Tony Ellicott); siblings Joe W. Louden, Andrew G. Maio, Rachel E. Wheatley, Angela C. Maio; grandparents; and a host of friends and loved ones. Interment in Glen Haven …
'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22 'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22
'Kind And Generous Soul:' Lehigh Valley Native Evan Modica Dies, 22 Beloved Lehigh Valley native Evan D. Modica died at Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono on Thursday, Dec. 15. He was 22. A resident of Plainfield Township, Evan worked as a gasoline attendant at the TA Travel Center in Columbia, NJ, his obituary says. Evan was passionate about all things outdoors, especially fishing, camping, and hunting. He also had a knack for mechanics. Evan is survived by his loving parents, Jennifer (Werbicky) Modica and Michael D. Modica, Jr.; a sister, Mia Modica; paternal grandparents, Michael, Sr. and April Modica; maternal grandmother, Mary Werbicky; and many extend…
Hunter Found Dead In Cohasset Woods Was Beloved Father, Northeastern Employee Hunter Found Dead In Cohasset Woods Was Beloved Father, Northeastern Employee
Hunter Found Dead In Cohasset Woods Was Beloved Father, Northeastern Employee A Quincy man who was found dead while camping with his family in Cohasset earlier this month was a beloved father, outdoor enthusiast and loyal employee. Joseph Whooley, age 56, was found dead after a 12-hour search around Lily Pond in Cohasset on Sunday, Oct. 9, as previously reported by Daily Voice. He was hunting "as he has for many years for the afternoon," his wife Maureen told Daily Voice.  "We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and thank our mutual aid partners for their assistance with the search," Cohasset Police Chief William Quigley said.  Authorities …
Eastchester Man Known As 'Free Spirit, Avid Athlete' Dies At Age 44 Eastchester Man Known As 'Free Spirit, Avid Athlete' Dies At Age 44
Eastchester Man Known As 'Free Spirit, Avid Athlete' Dies At Age 44 A Westchester County resident known for his love of sports and adventurous spirit has died at the age of 44. John Theodore Grandefeld, of Eastchester, died unexpectedly on Saturday, Sept. 24, according to his obituary. He was born in New Rochelle and spent summers in his childhood at the Larchmont Shore Club. "John was a free spirit and an avid athlete," his obituary reads. "During high school he played soccer, hockey and tennis and always took advantage of all life’s experiences. He loved traveling, hiking, fishing, camping - which was his favorite - and on occasion gold mining in Alaska.…
Sons Of NJ Dad Who Died On PA Camping Trip Looked After By Community Sons Of NJ Dad Who Died On PA Camping Trip Looked After By Community
Sons Of NJ Dad Who Died On PA Camping Trip Looked After By Community There has been an outpouring of community support for the sons of a New Jersey dad who died on a Pennsylvania camping trip.  Adrien Hachey, 43, was found dead Monday, Aug. 22 in a small body of water near the private camping site where he was staying with his family in Hazle Township (Luzerne County), as previously reported by Daily Voice. The Basking Ridge man was reported missing around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 21, when his family realized he was nowhere to be found, police said. His death did not appear to be suspicious and was determined to be accidental, Pennsylvania …
Boston Outdoor Enthusiast, 22, Killed By Lightning While Camping In Wyoming Boston Outdoor Enthusiast, 22, Killed By Lightning While Camping In Wyoming
Boston Outdoor Enthusiast, 22, Killed By Lightning While Camping In Wyoming A Massachusetts family is mourning the loss of their 22-year-old son who was struck by lightning and killed during an outdoors course in Wyoming.  John "Jack" Murphy was struck by lightning while camping in the Absaroka Mountains on Tuesday, Aug. 2, according to a release from the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS).  Murphy was attending NOLS' Wilderness First Responder expedition when he and another student were struck. Murphy was pronounced dead at the scene and both were flown to a Jackson hospital where the second student received treatment.  "This is a very sad day for NOLS, o…
Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Opens In South Jersey (PHOTOS) Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Opens In South Jersey (PHOTOS)
Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Opens In South Jersey (Photos) A new park and campgrounds resort has opened in South Jersey. And Yogi Bear is the featured host.  Northgate Resorts converted Hospitality Creek Campground & Swim Club in Gloucester County into a Jellystone Park Camp-Resort. The Williamstown campground has 233 campsites including two cabins and six rental trailers. It features an Olympic-size swimming pool as well as a 30-acre lake that offers one of New Jersey’s finest freshwater fishing habitats, according to Northgate officials.  The lake also features diving docks and a water obstacle course. Boat …
Support Rises For North Jersey Family After Death Of Beloved 10-Year-Old Daughter Support Rises For North Jersey Family After Death Of Beloved 10-Year-Old Daughter
Support Rises For North Jersey Family After Death Of Beloved 10-Year-Old Daughter Support is on the rise for a North Jersey family left heartbroken after the death of their 10-year-old daughter. Emily Lenora Fleming died at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia on Thursday, June 23, her obituary says. Emily had just finished fourth grade at the Florence M. Burd Elementary School in Andover, where she played the flute and was a dedicated safety patrol member, according to her memorial. She also loved participating in Troop #98136 of the Girl Scouts, playing soccer, flamingos, crocheting, and camping. Emily leaves behind her loving parents, Bob and Kelly Fleming, two …
12-Year-Old Attacked By Bear At Harriman State Park 12-Year-Old Attacked By Bear At Harriman State Park
12-Year-Old Attacked By Bear At Harriman State Park A 12-year-old Boy Scout is on the mend after an encounter with a black bear left him with minor injuries, ABC7 reports. Henry Ayers told the outlet he was with his troop from Cooperstown camping at Harriman State Park, located in both Rockland and Orange counties, Sunday, May 1, when he awoke to a sharp pain in his leg. "I look up and it was a giant bear,” Ayers told ABC7. “I thought it was a nightmare. It was honestly crazy. I didn't think I was awake." The Scoutmaster, Diana Nicols, told the outlet the bear bit through the boy’s sleeping bag, leaving him with minor cuts and bruises. He…
Brian Laundrie Went Camping With His Parents In The Days After He Returned Home From Van Trip Brian Laundrie Went Camping With His Parents In The Days After He Returned Home From Van Trip
Brian Laundrie Went Camping With His Parents In The Days After He Returned Home From Van Trip Days before Gabby Petito’s family realized the young woman was lying dead among the rocks in Wyoming, her boyfriend and fellow Long Island native Brian Laundrie, was camping with his family. Petito, age 22, of the hamlet of Blue Point in Suffolk County, was reported missing by her mother on Saturday, Sept. 11, after learning Laundrie had returned from the couple's cross-country "van life" trip alone in her white Fort Transit van. Her body was found days later on Sunday, Sept. 19 in Wyoming. The manner of her death was determined a homicide by the medical examiner. Days after returning, wh…
NY State DEC Issues Bear Warning For BBQs, Camping NY State DEC Issues Bear Warning For BBQs, Camping
NY State DEC Issues Bear Warning For BBQs, Camping With the summer getting into full swing, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is cautioning New Yorkers planning to go camping or host barbecues to be aware of bears who may come looking to join the party. With gatherings planned this summer following a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the DEC is reminding New Yorkers to be cautious that bears live and are active in the area and could be attracted to leftover food if it is still accessible to them. Related story - Separate Bear Sightings Reported In Northern Westchester Hamlet “Few things are better than cooking a m…
Planning A Safe, Fun Summer 2021 For Your Family Planning A Safe, Fun Summer 2021 For Your Family
Planning A Safe, Fun Summer 2021 For Your Family As the days get warmer, we itch to be able to get outside, enjoy the weather and prepare for the summer. We would like to return to normalcy and for our children to have fun, even though we are still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. To accomplish this we must follow the familiar rules for reducing virus transmission: wearing masks, social distancing and handwashing/disinfecting. Thinking about what is safe for your children so they can enjoy a long, healthy summer? Dr. Hildred Machuca, pediatrician at Northwell Health Physician Partners/Westchester Health, offers information and guida…
Air Force Vet, Correctional Officer Jeremy Callender Of Schwenksville Dies, 35 Air Force Vet, Correctional Officer Jeremy Callender Of Schwenksville Dies, 35
Air Force Vet, Correctional Officer Jeremy Callender Of Schwenksville Dies, 35 Air Force veteran and correctional officer Jeremy Callender of Schwenksville died on April 3. He was 35 years old. Born in Sellersville, Callender graduated from Souderton Area High School in 2003, and graduated from American Military University in 2015 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, according to his obituary. Callender worked in logistics with the United States Air Force for 11 years, and later worked at the Bureau of Corrections in Graterford, his memorial says. Callender's obituary remembered him as someone who "loved being in the outdoors enjoying camping, voll…
Rockland Boy Who Camped Outside Of Krispy Kreme Gets His Golden Ticket Rockland Boy Who Camped Outside Of Krispy Kreme Gets His Golden Ticket
Rockland Boy Who Camped Outside Of Krispy Kreme Gets His Golden Ticket A 9-year-old Rockland County boy who camped out in front of the new Paramus Krispy Kreme store has learned the value of hard work: Sweet victory. Shae Fishman, of Orangeburg, didn't know whether or not he'd win a free dozen doughnuts a week for a year if he was the store's first-ever customer. But he went to the store anyway on Sunday, and spent the following two nights sleeping outside of the new Route 4 outpost in a tent with his dad, Matthew Fishman. Well, when doors officially opened at 6 a.m., Shae got his wish: The golden ticket. That's right, a free dozen doughnuts every month for …
Why This Rockland Boy Is Camping Out In Front Of New Paramus Krispy Kreme Why This Rockland Boy Is Camping Out In Front Of New Paramus Krispy Kreme
Why This Rockland Boy Is Camping Out In Front Of New Paramus Krispy Kreme Dough or doughnut, there is no try for a Rockland County boy and his dad, who are on track to be the first customers at the new Krispy Kreme store in Paramus ahead of its grand opening Tuesday morning. UPDATE: 9-Year-Old Paramus Krispy Kreme Camper Gets His Golden Ticket Shae Fishman, age 9, and dad Matthew Fishman pulled into the parking lot of the Route 4 shop at 9:30 p.m. Sunday, April 4, after hearing that select Krispy Kreme stores give their first-ever customer a dozen doughnuts a week for a year. Since living in Rockland County means having to drive nearly an hour for a Krispy Kreme…
Morris County Dad Shields Family From Savage Wolf Ripping Through Tent While Camping Morris County Dad Shields Family From Savage Wolf Ripping Through Tent While Camping
Morris County Dad Shields Family From Savage Wolf Ripping Through Tent While Camping A Morris County family's camping trip in Canada took a turn for the worst when a wolf ripped its way into their tent. A stranger who heard their cries, however, came running and is being hailed a guardian angel by the family's matriarch. "This is a hard thing to post, since I haven’t fully comprehended that it happened yet," Elisa Rispoli wrote Aug. 9 in a Facebook post with more than 32,000 shares. "Last night, while sleeping in our tent in Banff National Park, we were attacked by a wolf." "It was like something out of a horror movie." The Rispoli family, who online records show are fro…
Midland Park Carpenter David Laauwe Dies, 42 Midland Park Carpenter David Laauwe Dies, 42
Midland Park Carpenter David Laauwe Dies, 42 David Laauwe of Midland Park died on July 21. He was 42 years old. Born in Ridgewood he has lived in Midland Park all his life. He was a carpenter by trade and was a former member of the NYC Carpenter’s union. David loved fishing, camping and quiet walks in the woods. He is preceded in death by his mother Janice Laauwe (nee Breur). He is survived by his father Alfred Laauwe and brother Gregory Laauwe. Visitation is July 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Vander Plaat-Vermeulen Memorial Home, 530 High Mountain Road in Franklin Lakes. Burial will be held privately at George Washington Memorial Park.