Yvonne M. Straub

Yvonne M. Straub (nee Hummel) of National Park, NJ passed away on February 3, 2026 while in the hospital and holding her husband’s hand, and being surrounded by her loving family the night before. Yvonne (Bonnie) was born 0n December 22, 1957 in Woodbury, NJ, the daughter of Elwood and Lillian Hummel (nee Weaver). She lived in National Park, NJ and graduated from Gateway Regional High School in 1976. Bonnie was married to James J. Straub on May 20, 1978 at St. Matthew’s RC Church, National Park, NJ. They remained happily married and shared a lifetime of memories. Their journey started with a blind date and grew from there. Bonnie always wanted a large family and was a devoted mother to seven children. She is survived by her loving husband, James, and their seven children; Lisa (Andrew), Laura, James (Lauren), Jason (Francesca), Jonathan (Krystle), Lucy (Greg), and Lillian (Mike). She was a loving grandmother to 22 wonderful grandchildren. Bonnie was a stay at home mother and enjoyed watching her children grow. She also was involved with their spiritual and educational needs by teaching at Vacation Bible School and serving on the Home and School Association for National Park Elementary School, where she served a term as President. Bonnie was devoted to her faith and along with her husband, formed and directed the choir at St. Matthew’s RC Church. She also enjoyed singing for many weddings over the years. Her independence was taken away when she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in the year 2000. Although MS robbed her of most of her physical abilities over the past 25 years, she remained positive and strong, choosing to focus on the good in this life. Bonnie was happiest when surrounded by her family. Memorial donations in Bonnie’s memory may be directed to National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 from 8am to 10am in The Chapel at BOUCHER FUNERAL HOME, 1757 Delsea Drive, Deptford, NJ 08096. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11am at Holy Angels Parish at St. Matthew’s Church, 331 Wesley Ave, National Park, NJ 08063. Inurnment to follow at Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro.

Yvonne M. Straub

December 22, 1957 - February 3, 2026