Gertrude Carroll (nee Balzer), aka Grandmom Gertrude, Ga Gertrude, Gram, Grandmom Apple, Grandmom Grape and “My Way”, age 84, formerly of Runnemede, passed away July 18, 2012.

Beloved wife of the late Jack Carroll. Loving mother of Trudy Colonna (Robert), Joan Ricklin, Stephen Carroll (Colette) and the late Paula Zuccarelli. Gertrude had 7 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Devoted sister of Robert Friend. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing 9 to 11am Saturday morning at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.

Interment private.

Family requests in lieu of flowers donations be made in Gertrude’s memory to the American Cancer Society, 1851 Old Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 or to Samaritan Hospice, 5 Eves Dr., Suite 300, Marlton, NJ 08053.

Family and friends may share memories at www.GardnerFuneralHome.com.