Edward Vincent Devlin Mays Landing, New Jersey Obituary

Edward Vincent Devlin

<p>On Saturday, February 16, 2013, Edward Vincent Devlin, Jr. of Egg Harbor Township, departed this life to return to the loving arms of his dear mother in Heaven.</p><p><br></p><p>Edward leaves behind to mourn his loss a beautiful wife of 54 years, Kathleen (Mattle) Devlin, and their seven children, Kathleen Devlin (Ted Misa) of Galloway, Coleen Devlin (Bill Campbell) of EHT, Maureen Devlin of Mays Landing, Edward V. Devlin, III (Daria) of Somers Point, Eileen K. Balesteri (David) of Richland, Michael Devlin of EHT, Kevin T. Devlin (Jennifer) of EHT, and daughters in law Ericca Schwartz of Somers Point and Velma Devlin of Newfield. Mr. Devlin was also the proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren, Alan Wright, Robert Wright, Khrystine Wright, Kevin Wright, Samantha Devlin, Clayton Devlin, David Balesteri, Eden Balesteri, Ethan Balesteri, Tierney Devlin, Sydney Devlin, Ryleigh Devlin and Liam Devlin. Edward was also blessed with 2 great-grandchildren, Edward Wright and Aidan Wright.</p><p><br></p><p>In addition to his mother, Mary (Jensen) Devlin, he is predeceased by his father, Edward Vincent Devlin, Sr., his brother, George Devlin, and his sister Phyllis Craig. He is also survived by 8 brothers and sisters, Catherine (Gene) Reese, Marie (Butch/Harry) Meyers, James (Pat) Devlin, William (Barbara) Devlin, Anna Devlin, Theresa Warner, Anthony (Sunny) Devlin, Sr., and Larry (Diane) Devlin.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Uncle Eddie also adored his numerous nieces and nephews.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Edward was proud to be called a United States Marine and served our country bravely in Korea. Following his time in the Marine Corp, he became a New Jersey State Trooper in July of 1957 where he retired after 31 years as Lieutenant, stationed at Hammonton Headquarters, Troop A.</p><p><br></p><p>He will be truly missed by all who knew him.</p><p><br></p><p>Viewings will be held on Tuesday, February 19th from 6-9pm and Wednesday from 10-11am, at the Boakes Funeral Home, 6050 Main St., Mays Landing, were services will be held at 11am. Burial and Military Honors will follow at the Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery of Estell Manor.</p>
January 1, 1933 - February 16, 201301/01/193302/16/2013
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On Saturday, February 16, 2013, Edward Vincent Devlin, Jr. of Egg Harbor Township, departed this life to return to the loving arms of his dear mother in Heaven.


Edward leaves behind to mourn his loss a beautiful wife of 54 years, Kathleen (Mattle) Devlin, and their seven children, Kathleen Devlin (Ted Misa) of Galloway, Coleen Devlin (Bill Campbell) of EHT, Maureen Devlin of Mays Landing, Edward V. Devlin, III (Daria) of Somers Point, Eileen K. Balesteri (David) of Richland, Michael Devlin of EHT, Kevin T. Devlin (Jennifer) of EHT, and daughters in law Ericca Schwartz of Somers Point and Velma Devlin of Newfield. Mr. Devlin was also the proud grandfather of 13 grandchildren, Alan Wright, Robert Wright, Khrystine Wright, Kevin Wright, Samantha Devlin, Clayton Devlin, David Balesteri, Eden Balesteri, Ethan Balesteri, Tierney Devlin, Sydney Devlin, Ryleigh Devlin and Liam Devlin. Edward was also blessed with 2 great-grandchildren, Edward Wright and Aidan Wright.


In addition to his mother, Mary (Jensen) Devlin, he is predeceased by his father, Edward Vincent Devlin, Sr., his brother, George Devlin, and his sister Phyllis Craig. He is also survived by 8 brothers and sisters, Catherine (Gene) Reese, Marie (Butch/Harry) Meyers, James (Pat) Devlin, William (Barbara) Devlin, Anna Devlin, Theresa Warner, Anthony (Sunny) Devlin, Sr., and Larry (Diane) Devlin.



Uncle Eddie also adored his numerous nieces and nephews.



Edward was proud to be called a United States Marine and served our country bravely in Korea. Following his time in the Marine Corp, he became a New Jersey State Trooper in July of 1957 where he retired after 31 years as Lieutenant, stationed at Hammonton Headquarters, Troop A.


He will be truly missed by all who knew him.


Viewings will be held on Tuesday, February 19th from 6-9pm and Wednesday from 10-11am, at the Boakes Funeral Home, 6050 Main St., Mays Landing, were services will be held at 11am. Burial and Military Honors will follow at the Atlantic County Veterans Cemetery of Estell Manor.

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Feb
19
Visitation
Tuesday, February 19 2013
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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6050 Main Street
MAYS LANDING, NJ 08330
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20
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Wednesday, February 20 2013
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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MAYS LANDING, NJ 08330
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20
Service
Wednesday, February 20 2013
11:00 AM
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