John Sinuk

John Sinuk, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital in Manhattan. A 30 year resident of Skillman, John lived with his loving wife Marion Sinuk of 48 years until her death in 2008. John spent the last five years living in Skillman with his loving daughter Linda M. Sinuk, and during the last year of his life with grandson John Paul. After the loss of his wife, John spent his winters in California with his loving son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Nelda Sinuk. 

John was All-County and All-State football player at Sayreville High School. He also played trombone in the marching band. John was the first student to receive a full football scholarship to the University of Southern California. Due to his desire to return to New Jersey after the sudden passing of his father, John completed his college education at Rutgers University, also on a full football scholarship. John continued at Rutgers University to receive his Masters Degree in Education, and taught school for a number of years. Following this, John worked for Allstate Insurance Company, building his own agency, which enabled him to retire at the age of 55 so he could do what he loved most, which was to spend time with his family.

He spent his retirement traveling with his wife, playing tennis and bridge, and was a member of the Carnegie Lake Rowing Association in Princeton. He also began a book club in his community, which continues to thrive. John continued to play competitive tennis, until recently, with his son Paul. They were ranked nationally as father and son for many years. John was devoted to charitable work and participated for many years in the Meals on Wheels program, with his wife Marion. He enjoyed spending time with the elderly, and often lonely, recipients. John was also active in Toys for Tots and would purchase beautiful items on the wish lists for the children, well beyond what was expected.

Most importantly, John was a man of honor and integrity, he taught his children to respect themselves and others. John never spoke a harsh word and even when he was becoming very ill, he never complained. He was an avid reader, tennis player, and bridge player. He was also an accomplished artist and trombone player, although what mattered most to John was the well being and happiness of his family.

John is predeceased by the love of his life, his loving wife Marion Sinuk. He is survived by his loving children Linda M. Sinuk; Paul J. Sinuk; and his wife, Nelda Sinuk; John C. Sinuk, and his wife Bonnie Sinuk; his granddaughter Bonnie Marie; and his most beloved grandson John Paul Sinuk.

Burial was private. A private memorial mass will be celebrated at St. Charles Borromeo R.C Church, 47 Skillman Road, Skillman N.J.. Funeral arrangements were under the direction of Boylan Funeral Home, 188 Easton Ave. New Brunswick N.J..

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Loulie Estill-O’Nan

Loulie Estill-O’Nan, 78, of Princeton died Friday, October 25, 2013 at her home during her sleep after a 15-year struggle with Parkinson’s disease.

Born in Indianapolis, In, she was a long time resident of Princeton. She was an art teacher at Maurice Hawk Elementary School in West Windsor.

Daughter of the late Frank and Bertha (Cummings) Estill, granddaughter of the late Frank Sexton Estill, former president of Sam Houston State Teachers College of Huntsville, Texas, she is survived by her husband of 32 years Michael E. O’Nan of Princeton, a sister-in-law Pat Estill of Connecticut, and two nephews Andrew Estill of Chicago and Scott Estill of Conn., and many cousins.

The Funeral Service was held at noon on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at The Mather-Hodge Funeral Home, 40 Vandeventer Avenue, Princeton.

Burial followed in Princeton Cemetery.

Calling hours were held from 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday at the funeral home.