The Merchantville Garden Club is always looking for new members. They don't spend their time at meetings, just caring for the garden spots around the 'borough beautiful' including Borough Hall, Morrissey Park, the Merchantville Circle and the Gazebo. They are especially in need
Bejewel yourself at Spring Bling 2012
Come out and shop for all your spring accersories. From jewelry to handbags and scarves, Jewelibilee has it all. The more you shop, the more you help! Great Mother's Day gifts and better yet - 20% of the evening's sales go to the Valerie Fund and other charities that MAJWC, Merchantville Area Junior Woman's Club, supports. MAJWC is an organization of women in the Merchantville Area who gather to make a difference in our community,
Annual auction benefits local charities
The Evening Membership Department (EMD) of the Woman's Club of Merchantville will be holding their annual basket auction on Friday, March 9 at Pennsauken High School. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Ticket price includes desserts, coffee and tea.
Mary Jane Mallon
Mary Jane Mallon, longtime Merchantville resident, passed away on December 4, 2025, at the age of 83. Born in Philadelphia, Mary Jane's life was a testament to the power of warmth and friendliness that she extended to everyone she met. She was the cherished wife of the late James Mallon. Her legacy continues through her four devoted children, Kathleen Polimeni, Theresa Hinchman (Richard), James V. Mallon (Jessica), and Rosemary Napoli
Stephen R. Selverian, 86
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of long-time community member Steve Selverian, who passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on October 22, 2025. Steve is survived by his loving wife, Sandra, seven children, Richard (Melissa), Jeffrey, Mark (Laura), Gregory (Debra), Arthur (Tania), Kurk (Rita and, Lucinda (Thomas) Stamboulian. He also leaves twenty-three grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Stephanie Dehnhard
Stephanie Lyn Dehnhard (nee Papa) of Mantua Township, beloved wife of Matthew, passed peacefully at home after a long and courageous battle with cancer on October 10, 2025. She was the loving daughter of Alice and Anthony Papa and sister of Michele Papa and Alexandra Papa. Stephanie grew up in Merchantville sharing a lifetime of happy memories. She was an alumnus of Rutgers University, Cook College, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree,
Sandy Thornburgh, 81
On August 13, 2025, former Merchantville resident, Sanders "Sandy" Thornburgh, Sr. peacefully returned to his Heavenly Father, surrounded in his home by those he loved. His departure was marked not by sorrow alone, but by gratitude for a life so deeply and fully lived. He was blessed with 58 years of marriage to his beloved wife, Mary Elizabeth (Barlow), and together raised twelve children: Sanders, Julie, Adam, Thomas, Patrick, Daniel, Robert, Laura, Emily, Katie, Jeremy, and Molly - many of those years in our town.