| Obituary | PITTSTOWN -- Amos James Van Blarcom, age 94, passed away Thursday, December 16, 2010, at Country Arch Care Center in Union Twp, NJ.
Mr. Van Blarcom was born October 6, 1916 in Jersey City, NJ where he lived for many years. He also lived in Stirling and Whiting before moving to Pittstown. He served in the US Army during World War II. Mr. Van Blarcom was a Police Officer in Jersey City for over 35 years. He was an avid sports fan. His favorite teams were the NY Giants and the NY Mets. He also enjoyed crossword puzzles, playing cards, and golf.
He is survived by one daughter: Susan Van Blarcom of Pittstown, NJ; four grandchildren: Jill Zehnick, Susan Kaufman, James Van Blarcom, and Jennifer Van BlarcomDeLuise; and 2 great-grandchildren: Garrett and Graicen DeLuise. He was predeceased by his wife, Stella in 1989; son, James Amos Van Blarcom in 2001 and daughter, Judith Catherine Kaufman in 1985.
Visitation is Sunday, December 19th, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home. There will be a Funeral Mass, Monday, December 20th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, Pittstown, NJ. Burial will follow in Brig. General William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Concordia Learning Center at St. Joseph's School for the Blind, 761 Summit Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07307-3831. For online condolences and information, please visit www.martinfh.com. Martin Funeral Home LLC 1761 Route 31 Clinton, NJ 08809 (908) 735-7180The Jersey Journal, December 17, 2010 |
