Laura P. Piel

October 4, 1920 - January 1, 2014

Laura P. Piel, age 93 of Carneys Point N.J., passed away peacefully on January 1, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Center Square and has lived in Carneys Point for the past 63 years. She retired after many years as a seamstress, and has since devoted her life to her family, friends and her garden. She enjoyed sharing the fruits of her labor (prized lima beans, tomatoes, peppers) with everyone she knew. She was always unselfish with her time, and would not hesitate to use her skills to mend shirts/pants, lend a hand with babysitting, and always helped with family needs. Our fond memories include her delicious meals, scrumptious baking, beautiful crocheting, complicated puzzles, and her manicured lawn. She was a devout Catholic, and a member of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish, formerly known as Corpus Christi. Laura is preceded by her husband of 60 years John R. Piel. She is survived by her children; Jane Tighe (Richard), John Piel (Linda), Donald Piel (Lorie), Bruce Piel (Cathy), Barbara Schilling (Gene). Laura is also survived by 16 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren include; Sheri Olbrich (Al), Rick Tighe (Debbie), Jeannette Volmer (Paul), Sue Tighe, John Piel(Kelley), June Piel, Walter and Susan Zilinski, Anders Pike, Tim and Bob Piel, Aaron and Chelsea Holman, Evan, Stephen, and Allyson Schilling. Relatives and friends may visit Tuesday, January 7, 2014, at 10-11AM at Ashcraft Funeral Home, 47 State Street, Penns Grove NJ 08069 where funeral services will be held at 11AM. Interment will be at Eglington Cemetery. Clarksboro, NJ. Contributions in her memory may be made to the St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish 350 Georgetown Road, Carneys Point, NJ 08069.www.ashcraftfuneralhomes.com