Saunders, passed into eternal rest,  Arlene Elizabeth

Arlene Elizabeth Saunders, passed into eternal rest, 84 , died  06/30/10 in  Warren Haven, Mansfield Township, NJ.  Arlene lived in  Hackettstown, NJ all of her life and was born in Hackettstown, NJ on 11/22/25.

Husband/Wife of: On October 3, 1944 she married a Naval Officer, Lieutenant J.G. Herbert William Saunders who died in 1979

Son/Daughter of: late Milton and Ida (Hayes) Tynan

Survived By: 2 Daughters-Beverly Saunders, Hackettstown, NJ; Marilyn Specht, Milford, PA
1 Son-William Jeffrey, Hackettstown, NJ
5 Grandchildren-Kate Lazzaro, Sarah Johnson, Chip Specht,William Henry Saunders and Olivia Saunders
4 Great Grandchildren ranging in age from 6 weeks to 5 years
Pre-deceased by a Brother-Edwin M. Tynan

Occupation: She was employed by M & M Mars, Inc., Hackettstown, NJ and was a Taste Panel Supervisor, retiring in 1990.

Veteran Info: N/A

Additional Information:  Arlene was known for her vivacious personality, a trait that just naturally qualified her to serve as the head cheerleader for the Hackettstown High School Class of 1944. She also served as Captain of Interclass Basketball, president of the Archery Club and Business Manager of the Glee Club. Her flair for drama was exemplified by her role of "Babs" in the senior class play "All About Eve". She loved a party, replete with music and dancing. In her later years she became an avid birdwatcher.

Visitation: Tuesday, July 6, 2010, 6:00 - 8:00 PM at the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High St., Hackettstown, NJ 07840

Services: 8:00 PM following the visitation- at Cochran Funeral Home

In Lieu of Flowers: the family would most appreciate donations to the Selah Day Care Center, PO Box 131, Vienna, NJ 07880. They are a dedicated group of caretakers offering the elderly many activities, good nutrition, compassionate emotional support and a charming, cozy environment.

Interment: Private