John M. Cavanaugh

John M. Cavanaugh of Westville passed away suddenly July 18, 2016 at the age of 62.

John Cavanaugh worked as the Office Services Assistant in the Cherry Hill Office of Duane Morris LLP for 15 years, starting with WolfBlock and then Duane Morris. He handled all Cherry Hill operations and was well liked by everyone.

Before that he worked for Rowan University in shipping and receiving. he had an Associate Degree in Accounting from Gloucester County College and a BA Degree in History from Thomas A. Edison State College.

John was a faithful brother and friend, always kind and ready to help, and generous with both his time and treasure. For some time it was his voice on the other end of the Help Hotline. He had a wonderful, and sometimes quirky, sense of humor, influenced by the likes of the Marx Brothers and Monty Python.

John had many interests and talents. His gift and passion was for sports. He was an expert table tennis player, and excelled in tennis, volleyball and bowling. He also enjoyed hiking, biking, folk dancing, and live music events. He was an eclectic music-lover, from folk to rock to experimental music. He collected and studied great films. He enjoyed providing his family and friends with memorable fireworks displays.

He was a life-long seeker, with an avid interest in philosophy and world religions.

John is survived by his companion, Ann Marie Corradetti, 2 brothers, Frank and Paul Cavanaugh, and 3 sisters, Evelyn McAnaney, Mary Benson, and Margaret Delaney. We love him and miss him.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend John's Viewing on Saturday 12:00-2:00 PM with his funeral service 2:00 PM at the Ellis-Stiefel Funeral Home, 301 Highland Ave., Westville, NJ. Memories and condolences may be shared @www.ellistiefelfuneralhome.com