Barbara J. Paolello

Barbara J. Paolello (nee Shay) age 86 of Blue Anchor, NJ passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday February 13, 2024.

Barbara was born Burlington City, NJ and moved to Blue Anchor where she spent most of her life raising her family and enjoying her grandchildren. Barbara worked as a nurse at Ancora Psychiatric Hospital and was a former 4-H Leader of the Camden County 4-H and enjoyed many trips to Lancaster. An avid fan of the Phillies her family has many fond memories of watching exciting games with her.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life William Paolello Sr and her Siblings Mary Louise Gunter, Patricia Jackamonis, Jean Manes and Barrie Shay.

Barbara is survived by her children Karen Simonsen (Jim) Carol Zarrella (Joe) Joyce Midure (Guy) William Paolello (Terri) and her sister Eleanor Heggan.

She was a loving grandmother Dominic Midure, Joey Zarrella, Kenneth and William Simonsen and Mitchell, Austin and Daniel Paolello. She also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews and her extended family Natalie and Ann. Through the caring and support of her many friends she was able to enjoy life to its fullest.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing Sunday, February 18, 2024 from 6:30- 9:00pm and Monday from 10:00 – 11:00m at the Marinella Funeral Home 102 N. Third St. Hammonton, NJ 08037. Funeral Services will be held at 11am. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery 317 Henry Ave. Blue Anchor, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project 4899 Belfort Road Suite 300 Jacksonville, FL 32256.