Delanco Military Veterans Honor Roll

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Name Narrative Branch and Rank Unit and Specialty Conflict/Arena Born/Died
Thomas F., Laverty, Jr. Thomas F. Laverty, Jr. was born April 27, 1932 and was raised in Riverside. He served in the US Navy, then followed his father with a career as a plumber, owning the family business, for many years. Tom married Marry Constance Bright in 1956. Tom and Connie raised six children. In the 1960's the family established a summer home in Surf City on Long Beach Island. The family moved to Union Avenue in Delanco about 1960 where they remained for over 55 years. Their lives revolved around their kids. They were active members of their community and faith, long-time members of Surf City Yacht Club, St. Peter's Parish in Riverside, and St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Brant Beach, N.J. Tom passed away in Manahawkin, NJ on March 7, 2020 at age 87. US Navy ? ? 1932 – 2020

Updated October 30, 2023