Stephen Lare, Jr. age 27, of Mantua Township suddenly passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2017. Born in Woodbury, he was a graduate of Clearview Regional High School Class of 2007. Stephen was an Electrician for Local 98 IBEW in Philadelphia. He enjoyed all sports, paintball, going to the beach, and had a good sense of humor. Stephen's heart was always with his son Lincoln, who he adored.

He is survived by his son, Lincoln Paul Lare, his parents, Stephen Lare, Sr. and Patricia Lare (nee Kniele) of Mantua Township, his sister, Heather Sweeten & her husband Robert of Deptford Twp., two nephews, Robert Peter & Riley Stephen Sweeten, and his grandmother Helen Lare, of Philadelphia.

Family & Friends may visit from 8:30 am to 10:30 am on Thursday, May 18th, at Smith Funeral Home, 47 Main Street, Mantua, NJ. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 am on Thursday, May 18th, at Church Of The Incarnation, 240 Main Street, Mantua, NJ. Interment will be private. As an expression of sympathy, contributions can be made to the Lincoln Paul Thompson-Lare Fund at TD Bank, 148 North Main Street, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Memories and & condolences can be shared at www.smithfhmantua.com