Michael Joseph Ingwerson

Michael Joseph “Joe” Ingwerson, 71, of Princeton died on Friday, May 16, 2025 at home. Born in Evanston, IL he resided most of his life in Princeton, NJ.

A master mechanic and lifelong lover of cars, Joe was the owner-operator of Rocky Hill Automotive for many years. He was an avid tennis player and a passionate musician with an enthusiasm for blues and jazz. His musical achievements included playing the drums for the NY-based Red House Blues Band, as well as for Nexus, a NJ-area jazz quartet. He also enjoyed playing piano. Joe will
be remembered fondly by his loyal customers, his fellow tennis players, and his many family members and friends.

Son of the late Deles Denier and Jeanne Marie (Severt) Ingwerson, he is survived by three daughters: Cathryn Ingwerson, Erin Ingwerson, and Layla Ingwerson; two brothers: David Ingwerson and Kevin Ingwerson; two grandchildren: Nathaniel Wells and Ryker Elam; one niece, Amanda Ingwerson; and his ex-wife, Lori Ingwerson.

The funeral arrangements are private under the direction of the Mather-Hodge Funeral Home, Princeton.

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James S. Cascio

James S. Cascio, affectionately known as Jim (and “Cass” as he signed his paintings), passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. Born on December 7, 1940 in Elizabeth, NJ, he was the son of the late James and Dorothy Cascio. Jim was a beloved, larger than life figure who touched the lives of many with his generosity and magnetic presence.

Jim grew up in Cranford and Mountainside, NJ, before establishing his home in Hunterdon County where he resided for the past 53 years. He served proudly in the United States National Guard in the 1960s after graduating from Nichols College in Dudley, MA. He went on to own Cassways Trucking, a tri-state tractor trailer company based in Garwood, NJ, building a family legacy.

A man of many talents, Jim was an artistic soul who became a skilled painter in oil, watercolor, and acrylics. He had a gift for capturing the essence of life in the area, becoming known for his renderings of farm animals and local landscapes. Some can be found hanging in restaurants in the Lambertville area, many of which were also immortalized by his paintbrush.

Jim’s love of animals extended beyond the canvas. He could often be seen in the company of his dogs, with whom he was inseparable. He enjoyed sharing stories about the Spinoni breed and his dogs in particular. He also loved horses and shared a passion for equestrian sports with his son, Stacy, and was a well-known fixture at local horse shows.

An avid gardener, Jim grew his own produce and transformed his harvests into delicious meals. Not only was he a skilled cook, but also a consummate host. His holiday table was always bountiful to be shared with friends (old and new) and family alike, creating lasting memories for all who gathered.

Jim was a devoted family man. He was predeceased by his parents and sister, Noel Reisdorf, and first wife, Tracy (Gruman) Cascio. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Sally (Swenson) Cascio, whom he married on January 3, 1987. He was a loving father to his son, Stacy J. Cascio, and step-father to Ingrid Reisner and Erik Reisner. He was also a cherished grandfather to Tristen Cascio and Aiden Cascio, as well as step-grandfather to Anabelle Reisner and Madeline Reisner, He will be remembered fondly by his niece, Rachael. Jim will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

A Celebration of Life service will take place at the family’s discretion in the fall. Burial in Rosemont Cemetery, Route 519, Rosemont, NJ was private.

For a tax-deductible memorial contribution in memory of James Cascio, checks may be made payable to LPHSA, Inc. (Lake Placid Horse Shows) and mailed to 5514 Cascade Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946. Federal ID#82-5074078.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Holcombe-Fisher Funeral Home, 147 Main Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. For further information or to send an online condolence, please visit Jim’s memorial page and guestbook below at  holcombefisher.com.

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John L. Hoover, III
1958-2025

John L. Hoover, III, 67, of Princeton, NJ, passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2025.

Born in Norristown, PA, John spent most of his life in Princeton and graduated from Princeton High School in 1976. John continued his education at Ashland University and the University of Maryland. He had an enduring love for nature, the outdoors and especially the ocean — his happiest moments were spent down the shore. John served on the Avalon Beach Patrol for seven summers, keeping a watchful eye on the young children vacationing at the Helen Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children. He found joy in the camaraderie of his fellow lifeguards and excelled in singles and doubles South Jersey Lifeguard rowing races.

As a cancer survivor in the early 2000s, John faced his battle with remarkable strength, courage, and determination, supported by the talented doctors at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, NJ. His resilience carried him through remission, allowing him many more years with those he loved.

John’s warmth and generosity were boundless. A gentle soul with an insatiable curiosity, he had a quiet wisdom that drew people in. He found joy in learning, music, laughter, and in the natural beauty of the world around him. In recent years he devoted himself to caring for his beloved mother, Jean, offering her companionship and unwavering love until her passing in 2024.

Preceded in death by his parents Jean H. and John L. Jr, John will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered as he leaves behind a family who cherished him: his sister and brother-in-law, Curry H. and Scott Simmel; three brothers and two sisters-in-law, Stuart G. and Carey Hoover, Eric D. Hoover, and Christian C. and Marianne Hoover; nieces and nephews Sarah and Whitney Reynolds, Alexandra and Samuel Stabert, Eric W. and Mary Hoover, Anne and Griffin Cardew, John R. and Sara Hoover, Grace B. Hoover, and several great nieces and nephews, all of whom carry his memory in their hearts.

Funeral arrangements will be private under the direction of the Mather-Hodge Funeral Home, Princeton.