John L. Pelikan, Jr. 63, of Minotola, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2008. Born in Vineland, John was a lifelong resident of NJ, finally settling in Minotola. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Savina Pelikan. John is survived by his fiancée, Joyce Marino; his sister Diane Thomas and brother Karl, both of Mays Landing; and brother Robert (Brenda) of Egg Harbor Twp., and a special friend John Pacelli, Jr. He is also survived by his 6 children: Charles, John, Michael, Jennifer, Jarrod, and Ryan, and his grandchildren. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, January 19, at 11:00a.m. at Laurel Memorial Park, Pomona, NJ.