Sam Maccarone

Sam Maccarone

As first born son and grandson in his family, Sam was used to being center of attention. But that’s not the reason that he served as Mayor of Woolwich Twp. Community service was just part of his DNA. His father served before him, his son currently holds the position. Sam had the ability to find common ground and bring the opposing sides together. In addition he served on the Woolwich Zoning Board for 10 Years, Agway and Swedesboro Auction Boards of Directors, St. Joseph’s and St. Alfio’s Committees. Somehow he managed to squeeze in a little farming. He was raised on a farm and as a young man purchased his own on Oldmans Creek Road. If he wasn’t farming he was either thinking or talking about it. After retiring in 2000 he didn’t let his lifetime of knowledge go to waste. He joked that his second career was as a “farming consultant“, which really meant that he spent his days driving around in his truck visiting his friend‘s farms. Winters found him hunting, skiing and working as Mr. Fix It. He’d service all his trucks, tractors and plows. Sam could give you a rundown on any current events: any news channel was fine as long as it was Fox. His cooking put all the other members of the Romeo Club (Retired old men eating out) to shame and he was steady pitcher for the annual Feaster/Maccarone Easter softball games.rnrnSue Feaster met Sam at a family Baptism when they were teens. January 7th found them celebrating 46 years of marriage. More Baptisms would follow for their 4 children: twins; Joseph (Michelle) and Sam Jr. (Nancy), Donna, and John (Heather); and for his 6 gently teased grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers: Joseph and Anthony, and sisters, Mary String and Joanne Saia. He was pre-deceased by his parents, Joseph and Antoinette and a sister, Rosemarie.rnrnCome celebrate 70 farming years Wednesday from 6 to 8 pm and Thursday from 9:30am at St. Joseph’s Church, Swedesboro where Mass of Christian Burial will at 11am. Burial St. Joseph’s Cemetery.rnDonations to Officer Down Inc., P O Box 552, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 or the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill NJ 08034 will be appreciated.rnrn

11 Comments

  1. George snd Judy Leone says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    We will all miss him!!!

  2. Woolwich fire company says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    From all the members of the Woolwich fire company we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

  3. Sam Casella says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    The Maccarone Family,rnMy hearfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family during this most difficult time. I will very much miss Sam and what he brought to my life. I was honored to have served with him on township committee. He was steady and true as Mayor and that family trai will live on with his children. He now rests with the angels in Heaven and the other Heavenly ROMEO members.

  4. Anonymous says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am
  5. Ray & Joyce Lafferty says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    Sue, So sorry to hear of your husbands passing.Our prayers are with you and your family.

  6. Coleen Buckley says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    To Mrs. Maccarone, Sam, Joe, and Family,nMy deepest sympathies are with your family. Just wanted to let you know that I am praying that you will feel God’s loving arms wrapped around you at this time. n

  7. Mark Shoemaker says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    I had the good fortune to sit with Sam Sr. at a lunch last month and had a truly enjoyable and memorable conversation. He will be missed in the community, and I convey my deepest sympathies to the Maccarone family.

  8. Joyce Florig says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    SuernI am so sorry to hear about Sam’s passing. Please know Jayne and I are thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. rnJoyce

  9. scott marcus says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    Sue and family- I am so very sad to hear of Sam’s passing. I have known both of you so long I feel like I am a member of the family. I’ve met many people over the years and Sam was one of the “good guys”. He will be missed.

  10. Dale Sheeky says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    Dear Sue and family,rnWe were so sad to hear about Sam. He was such a gentlemen. We will always remember your wonderful wedding like it was yesterday. Time passes but memories will last forever. Dale and Jim

  11. Bob and Gretchen says:
    March 11, 2013 at 9:28 am

    Dear Sue and family. Our hearts are heavey with the news of your Sam. When we moved to Woolwich your family made us so welcome. We had lot of good times and always felt loved. You are a wonderful family and we have great memories of The good old boys.God bless you all. Love Bob and Gretchen