Recent Obituaries

Harold M. Block, 97, formerly of Vineland and most recently of Marlton, New Jersey, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, surrounded by family. Harold, son of the late Dora and Irwin Block of Vineland, was the beloved husband of Claire (Heimann), with whom he shared 71 years of marriage. Together, they built a life rooted in family, community, and quiet generosity.

He was a devoted father to Irwin Block (Patricia), Bobbi LeVine (Rick, z”l), Lisa Weiser (Ricky), and Allen Block (Susan); a proud grandfather of eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, and beloved uncle to Ileen Branderbit and David Branderbit (Gina). He is predeceased by his sister Phyllis Branderbit (Bernie).

A man of action rather than words, Harold showed his love by being there when it mattered most. He stepped in without fanfare, solved problems, and took care of what needed to be done, often before anyone had to ask. Whether helping a child navigate the process of buying a home or quietly handling important details others didn’t see, he was the person everyone relied on.

Harold built a long and successful career in real estate, both as a real estate broker and landlord. He served for many years as President of the Cumberland County Board of Realtors and was a Century 21 franchise owner.

He was active for many years in synagogue life, first at Sons of Jacob Congregation and later at Beth Israel Congregation in Vineland.

Above all else, Harold was known as the provider and protector. He leaves behind the legacy of a devoted husband, a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a steady presence whose influence lives on through the family he protected and provided for.

Donations in Harold’s memory may be made to Beth Israel Congregation, 1015 East Park Avenue. Vineland, NJ 08360 or Chevra Kadisha of Alliance, P.O. Box 934, Vineland, NJ 08362.

Friends and family will be received on Monday, January 5th, 2026 from 10am to 11am followed by a funeral service at 11am from Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland. Interment will follow in Alliance Cemetery, Norma.

Fela Dunkelman, 96, of Vineland passed away on January 1, 2026. Phyllis was a modern-day hero and lifelong warrior. She survived the Holocaust as a young child with grit and bravery, by blending in with older children and women.

Phyllis went on to meet her loving husband, Nathan, after the war in Germany. They soon married, had their first child, Jack, and set out to start a new life in the United States. They finally made their home in Vineland, New Jersey, where they would become deeply loved pillars of their community. They started their own business selling eggs, working tirelessly and ultimately finding great success. Despite this, Phyllis never forgot where she came from. She was true to her Jewish roots, regularly attending services and programs at Beth Israel Congregation.

She was a true family woman who would do anything for family and friends but also went out of her way to do right by total strangers. Her home was always filled with food, laughter, love, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but especially her family. She is survived by her children, Jack & Karen Dunkelman, Susan Schaeffer and Eva Rosenberg as well as her grandchildren and great grandchildren, grandson: David & Dana Dunkelman (Great Granddaughters Maya & Sadie ); granddaughter, Jodi Dunkelman (Great Grandsons Jadyn & Travis); Grandson, Charles & Erin Schaeffer; Granddaughter, Samantha & John Chaddon (Great grandsons Hank & Scotty); granddaughter, Lindsay & Mark Schieber (Great grandsons Jackson & Max); and grandson, Benjamin & Tiffany Rosenberg (Great Grandchildren Tinsley & Carmine)

In lieu of flowers, please make all donations to Beth Israel Congregation in Vineland, NJ: https://www.bethisraelvineland.com/donations-1

Friends and family will be received on January 4th, 2026, at Beth Israel Congregation, 1015 E. Park Avenue Vineland from 11am to 12pm followed by a funeral service at 12pm. A burial will follow at Alliance Cemetery, 970 Gershal Ave, Norma.

ARRANGEMENTS are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360

Sheldon Charles Schulman, 82, of Fort Myers, Florida, formerly of Vineland, New Jersey, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, in Fort Myers, Florida.

Sheldon was born in Staten Island, New York, to Samuel and Lillian Schulman on June 24, 1943. After high school graduation, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University – Newark, and received his Juris Doctorate from Boston University School of Law in 1968. He spent his career as an attorney at law, the majority of the time as a sole practitioner in Vineland, New Jersey. In his youth, he was proud of having achieved the rank of Order of the Arrow through the Boy Scouts of America. He enjoyed reading, computer games, and spending time with his family.

Sheldon is survived by his wife, Sharon (Forstein) Schulman of Fort Myers, Florida; his daughters, Andrea (Schulman) Swingley (Christopher) of Fairbanks, Alaska, and Dara Schulman of Arlington, Virginia; grandchildren R. Shane Burke and Kyle Burke, great-grandchild, Azton Burke; nephew, Alan Schulman, and niece, Meghan LoPresti. He is predeceased by his daughter, Stephanie (Schulman) Burke, and his siblings, Joseph Schulman and Doris Schulman.

A private graveside service will be held in Alliance Cemetery.

Memorial donations in memory of Sheldon may be made to Blood Cancer United (bloodcancerunited.org).

Arrangements are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 East Chestnut Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360.

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