South Jersey Ghost Research

Director: Dave Juliano SJGR Certified Investigator Philadelphia, PA "My main goal is to assist anyone that is in fear of spirit activity in their home." Dave is the director of The Shadowlands: Ghosts and Hauntings. He is the author of Positive Energy for Haunted Homes, Ghost Research 101: Investigating Haunted Homes, Armor of God and Ghost Hunting 101. He has been researching ghosts for over 20 years and is sensitive. He has consulted on thousands of cases. He lived in a haunted house for over 29 years and his current residence is also haunted. Dave has a special interest in client counseling. His background is in law enforcement and private investigations. He is a graduate of the Cape May County Police Academy and he has also majored in History and World Religions at Camden County College. He has also teaches Ghost Research 101 classes via . Email: davejuliano@hauntedhelp.org	Co Director: Jill DeLucio SJGR Certified Investigator Marlton, NJ Jill is a veterinary technician at a small animal hospital in Medford, NJ. She has a B.S. in Biology from Rowan University and an A.S. in Animal Science from Camden County College. "The paranormal has always been a subject that has interested me, even as a child. When I was younger, I believe I saw my grandfather and have been interested ever since. By joining SJGR, I hope to gain a better understanding of the paranormal and to be able to help other people understand it as well." Email: JEB303ADE@aol.com
Team Leader: Marti Haines SJGR Certified Investigator Burlington, NJ Marti is the owner of a her own company that’s been in business for 10 years. She attended Camden County College studying criminology and psychology. "I have had paranormal experiences since I was a teenager and have been researching the field on my own ever since. SJGR has given me the opportunity to take that research to the next level, as well as, the opportunity to help others understand their experiences." Email: mhaines113@comcast.net	Assistant Director Rosalyn Bown SJGR Certified Investigator Woodbury, NJ Rosalyn is a Real Estate Investor and the owner of an eBay business. She is a trained LPN and has worked as a Psychiatric Nurse. "I have been interested in the paranormal for most of my life. I've had dozens of premonitions since childhood, including one that saved my life. I joined SJGR both to expand my knowledge of the paranormal and to help others by utilizing and sharing that knowledge." Email: rosalyn_bown@verizon.net
Assistant Director Kristyn Beaty SJGR Certified Investigator Laurel Springs, NJ Kristyn works as a nurse. She has a BA from Rowan University and an MS from Drexel University. She has always been curious about the other side of life. "I believe that hauntings do exist. But, fear of the unknown is a powerful thing, and coupled with exaggerated information people have gotten from television and in movies, people become anxious and afraid of any activity. I like to know that I can educate people on what they are experiencing, and help people coexist with their activity." Email: queenofmaybe@comcast.net	Team Leader: Jennifer Storicks SJGR Certified Investigator Pemberton, NJ Jennifer works with University Correctional HealthCare/UMDNJ, provider of medical & mental health services for the NJ Department of Corrections and Juvenile Justice Commission. She has a Criminal Justice degree from Burlington County College. She is also a member of the Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) and is a AHA CPR Instructor. "I grew up in a house where conversations regarding paranormal phenomenon were commonplace. I learned to understand what death was at a very young age; I don't remember a time of not knowing what it was. I have experienced a great deal of premature loss of life in a number of family, friends, co-workers and acqaintences in my lifetime and increasingly find myself questioning the real possibility of life after death. By joining SJGR I seek to find proof that life does not end with the loss of the physical body." Email:JennSJGR@comcast.net
Team Leader: Sharon Carroll SJGR Certified Investigator Lumberton, NJ Sharon is a supervisor in the finance division of one of the Big Three automakers. She graduated from Millersville University with a bachelors in Business Administration. "I joined SJGR for two reasons: to help others during what must be one of the most difficult times of their lives, & to continue doing research in a field that has fascinated me since childhood. The paranormal is a subject that I am passsionate about, and look forward to sharing my knowledge with those who are struggling with something they do not understand." Email: chewiecarroll@comcast.net	Public Relations Coordinator Maureen Carroll SJGR Certified Investigator Lumberton, NJ Maureen is co-owner and webmaster of an internet Antiques and Collectibles Sky-Mall. She graduated from Hunter College in NYC with a Bachelors degree in Political Science. “I joined South Jersey Ghost Research specifically because they put people first. Research in the paranormal field is never placed above the well-being of our clients. What I hadn’t anticipated was the deep respect and strengthening of my faith. There is an indescribable feeling of self-satisfaction and joy at being able to help folks in need. The people who call on SJGR are experiencing events that may be wondrous, but also disconcerting. It’s an honor to be part of the process of healing and enlightenment for our clients.” Email:ohzonecollects@comcast.net
Team Leader: Liz Apostolico SJGR Certified Investigator Newark, DE Liz works for a local chiropractor's office. "When I was very young, I encountered my Grandmother shortly after she had passed away, since that time, more unknown things began to happen in my own home and in friends and family members homes. I never felt at ease talking about this to anyone, it probably is from not having a understanding of the unknown. By joining SJGR, I can further educate myself in a field that I'm very interested in and in turn, I can help others who are having a diffcult time understanding what they are going through." Email: LadyGreyT@comcast.net	Team Leader: Marti Haines SJGR Certified Investigator Burlington, NJ Marti is the owner of a her own company that’s been in business for 10 years. She attended Camden County College studying criminology and psychology. "I have had paranormal experiences since I was a teenager and have been researching the field on my own ever since. SJGR has given me the opportunity to take that research to the next level, as well as, the opportunity to help others understand their experiences." Email: mhaines113@comcast.net
Team Leader: William McCumber SJGR Certified Investigator Woodburyn, NJ William is a Food Service Director for a school district in southern New Jersey. William had served in the Air Force until 1998 before settling in Woodbury, New Jersey. “I really became interested and more aware of the paranormal when my 4 year old daughter began to have experiences. This opened the door for me and I started to have my own experiences. SJGR came out and did an investigation of my home and helped my daughter and family. I joined SJGR because of the impression that they had made upon me by their willingness to help, assist, and understand what we were going through. Now as a member, I am able to do the same for others who need assistance dealing with paranormal activity within our community and surrounding areas.” Email: billmccumber@hotmail.com	Team Leader: Lee Perley SJGR Certified Investigator New Egypt, NJ Lee works for Boeing aerospace at McGuire AFB, where he is a ground support equipment mechanic. Ever since he was young he was interested in the paranormal, rumor had it that his grandmother’s house was haunted and that idea really interested him from the start. As he got older he started to notice more and more things about paranormal activity, so he started doing investigations on his own but wasn’t really sure if he was doing them correctly, that’s when he attended a SJGR seminar. After that he was so intrigued that he decided to join the group in order to learn the proper way and also learn how to help others with their own paranormal experiences. Email: hockey3392@comcast.net
Team Leader: Frank Tortorello 3rd SJGR Certified Investigator East Windsor, NJ Frank is a Telecommunications Administrator for a company in Bridgewater, New Jersey. He has a Bachelors of Science in Networking and Communications Management from DeVry University. "I've always been extremely interested in the afterlife and paranormal. I had experiences when I was younger where I felt that both of my Grandfathers were looking out for me as my guardian angels. I joined SJGR at first to feed my own curiosity on the subject, but shortly after learned that the true purpose of the group is to help those that fear the unknown. I now hope that I can help others deal with the unexplained and calm any fears they might have." email:ftortorello3rd@gmail.com	Denise Perley SJGR Certified Investigator New Egypt, NJ Denise attended Trenton State College(College of New Jersey) and has a dregree in special education and childhood pyscholgy. She has experience in educational research as well. "As a child and an adult I have had several paranormal experiences. I have always believed that our spirit lives on after our physical body dies. Then when my teenage son began to have paranormal experiences I started to do some research on my own. It was then that I stumbled upon SJGR and attended several of their lectures. I was extremely impressed with their professionalism and desire to really help people. It is my hope to gain a better understanding of the spirit world and to help others feel comfortable with their own personal experiences". Email: fyrfli722@comcast.net
Team Leader: Rick Trout SJGR Certified Investigator Somerdale, NJ Rick is a Material Damage Quality Control Analyst for an auto insurance company. He is also a Certified Personal Trainer, and a Reiki Master-Teacher. "I have always had an interest in ghosts and hauntings, and wanted to learn more since living in a house where unexplained events have happened. I joined SJGR, not only to educate myself, but because I enjoy helping people, and helping people is what SJGR is about. Our main concern is not to validate that ghosts exist. We know they exist from our experiences, and the people who come to us for assistance know they exist from what they are experiencing. We are here for them, so that they know they are not alone. " email:rick_trout@comcast.net	Stacey Golding SJGR Certified Investigator West Deptford, NJ Stacey works for a major electronics retailer dealing with their partnerships in the Philadelphia sports market as well as community outreach events. "When I was very young, I began experiencing paranormal activity in my home, and it was a terrifying experience. As I grew older, I began doing my own research and learning as much as I could about what was happening in order to ease my tensions. I joined SJGR because I believe that education is the key to conquer fear. No one should be afraid in their own home."
Rush Gandhi SJGR Certified Investigator Bensalem, PA Rush works as a desktop engineer/business analyst for a fortune 50 company. He has a bachelors degree in Commerce from Bombay University and is working towards a BA in Computer Information Systems Degree from Immaculata University. He is also a Reiki Master/Teacher, Healer. At a very young age he had encounters with the unexplained and he believes there is always an other side. Email: rushabhg@gmail.com	Jessica Briggs SJGR Certified Investigator Riverside, NJ Jessica is a Pastry Chef and has an Associates of Science from The Restaurant School. "I have had several encounters growing up and I have always been interested in the paranormal and wanted to further my knowledge and at the same time help others with there situtations. " Email: chefpiggy@verizon.net
David Hewitt SJGR Certified Investigator Blackwood, NJ David works as an automotive tech for BMW. "I joined sjgr to gain a better understanding of the paranormal and what is out there. Growing up I had very few experiences with the paranormal. It wasn't until I got older that I started noticing more unexplained things happening. I started hear foot steps in the middle of the night and going out to find no one was there. Seeing someone that i didn't know standing above me while I was in bed. Also by joining sjgr, I hope I can help people who are scared and be able to put there minds to ease." Email: vette8413@hotmail.com	Sharon Griffiths SJGR Certified Investigator Sicklerville, NJ "Sharon is a web and ad designer for a South Jersey newspaper. "The paranormal has always been something that has intrigued me through out my life, as I get older my curiosity has just gotten stronger. I joined SJGR to find out more about the unknown and because they take their research and clients very serious" Email: sassafrascal@gmail.com
Kathy Dougherty SJGR Certified Investigator Glassboro, NJ Kathy is an Executive Assistant for an Architectural Firm. She has a Computer programming certification and is working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. "I always had a fear of ghosts but when unexplainable things started happening in the house I had just bought, I started researching ghosts to alleviate my fear, the more I read the more interested I became. Joining SJGR has allowed me to combine my interest in the paranormal along with my strong desire to help people. I also grew up with a strong respect for cemeteries, and SJGR has given me the opportunity to study cemeteries as well as help in cleanup efforts." Email: kathy.dougherty99@verizon.net	Eileen Smith SJGR Certified Investigator Matawan, NJ Eileen is an artist, a certified massage therapist and Reiki Master. She studied at The Webber Douglas Academy in London, England, The Garden State Center for Holistic Health and Karla LaVoie's The Awakening Earth Center. Some of her private experiences have been published in books on ghosts. "Ever since childhood, I was able to feel and know things about people, animals or events which as a child and young adult, I thought everyone experienced. Through the years I have experienced hauntings and spirits, and being a part of SJGR I hope to help others understand that the beyond is just a doorway people step through. Through understanding and knowledge, people can learn not to be fearful of a paranormal event." Email: whiterose@whiterosepath.com
Frank Marino SJGR Certified Investigator Runnemede, NJ Frank is an Infantry soldier in the NJ Army National Guard. He has an Associate's degree in Criminal Justice from Colorado Technical University and working on achieving his Bachelor's degree in the same field. He also studied Reiki healing and is a certified level I. "I have always been interested in the paranormal since I first started experiencing the unexplainable when I was around 10 years old where I used to live. As I got older I became more curious and then began looking for answers. I joined SJGR because their main goal is to help the people who are terrified about living in their own home and for me to gain a better understanding of the paranormal. Now I have the opportunity to help and educate people who are afraid or confused about the paranormal activity they are experiencing in their home." Email: molson2058@yahoo.com	Colleen Kelleher SJGR Certified Investigator North Wales, PA Colleen currently works in retail management. She has a bachelor's degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Marywood University. "I have always had an interest in the paranormal and I've made an effort over the years to learn as much as possible on the topic. Being a part of SJGR allows me to use my education in psychology and my interest in the paranormal to help people better understand what they are experiencing." Email: ckelleher2000@yahoo.com
Kathleen Smith SJGR Certified Investigator Philadelphia, PA Kathy is a retired Police Officer. She holds a BA from Temple University in Biology, Associate Degrees from Philadelphia Community College in Anthropology and in Sociology. "I joined SJGR to satisfy my personal curiosity about the life after death and to help seek scientific proof that our existence continues after death of the body. I like visiting cemeteries, as I feel that the dead and our ancestors should be remembered and respected. Cemeteries contain a lot of history and are often the only reminder of once lived." Email: Silverowl275@verizon.net	Bobbie Jo Hardimon SJGR Certified Investigator East Windsor, NJ BJ is an outreach counselor for a housing company in Monmouth Junction, NJ. She has a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health. "I have always been interested in life after death and spirits. I joined SJGR to learn more for myself as well as to help others." hardimon83@GMAIL.com
Sharon Vincz SJGR Certified Investigator Burlington, NJ Sharon is currently working as a library director. She has a BS degree from the College of Charleston. "I have always been interest in the paranormal since childhood. This infatuation became heightened after experiencing a number of strange events in the historic locations that I worked. SJGR had provided an opportunity for me to enhance my understanding of the paranormal and discern what is factual and what is supernatural. I can to use this knowledge to help others who have experience paranormal activity and are in pursuit to comprehend the unexplained." email:vincz@netzero.com	Walt Laskowski SJGR Certified Investigator Woolwich, NJ Walt is a Financial Professional with a fortune 100 financial advisory firm. "I help people make important insurance and investment decisions as well as assist with 401k rollovers and company benefits. I have always been fascinated by the paranormal and enjoy helping others cope with the unknown. I have had many personal experiences with the paranormal and feel that SJGR is the only group that properly deals with helping the client." email:walt.laskowski@gmail.com
Chrissy Desjardins SJGR Certified Investigator Fairless Hills, PA Chrissy has been a cosmetologist for 10 years at a salon in Ewing, New Jersey. "I have been interested in the paranormal for as long as I can remember. Experiences that I have had as a child and throughout my life has made me want to search for the answers to questions that I have about paranormal phenomena and what happens to your spirit when your physical body is no longer on this Earth. Being a member of South Jersey Ghost Research has not only helped me to begin to find answers to some of my questions, but I have also found comfort in being able to educate and help others that are frightened of paranormal activity that they may be experiencing." email:CPESCI29@comcast.net	Kelin Smith SJGR Certified Investigator Elmer, NJ Kelin works in a sheltered workshop with adults with physical and developmental disabilities. She is working towards a bachelors degree in Social Sciences with a minor in Social Work. "I'm fascinated by angels and the involvement they have in our everyday lives. I strongly believe that mine have interacted with me on numerous occasions. I'd like to learn more about this field and in the process, educate those who are having their own paranormal experiences." Email: kelin68@gmail.com
Jenna Brooks SJGR Certified Investigator Wilmington, DE Jenna is a bridal coordinator and wedding planner. "My interest in the paranormal began as a child. I had heard family members talking about exeriences they'd had and the fear that stayed with them afterward. I grew up with a great deal of fear for spirits due to the stories I heard. As an adult I realized that if I wanted to get over my fear I needed to educate myself about ghosts and paranormal experiences. The more I researched, the fear began to turn into curiosity. Through SJGR I have learned so much and now it's my goal to help others get through their fears by education." email:aylachick@rocketmail.com	Joann Richmond SJGR Certified Investigator Forked River, NJ Joann is a Senior Library Assistant with the Ocean County Library. "I found out about South Jersey Ghost Research through the Library. I joined to further my knowledge and awareness of the unknown due to various experiences I had as a child. This to me is a great opportunity to be able to guide and comfort other people having similar experiences." email: jrzeex74@comcast.net
Melanie Barile SJGR Certified Investigator Marlton, NJ Melanie is a high school math teacher. She has a BA in Mathematics from Rutgers University and is currently pursuing a MS in Educational Leadership. "Growing up, I was always taught that anything supernatural was bad, and I was terrified. As I got older and did a little research on my own, my views changed drastically and my fear turned to fascination and a desire to learn more. I joined SJGR to further research unexplained phenomena and to help educate others, hopefully alleviating some of their own fears. I chose this group because I feel that it is also important to show the proper amount of respect for the paranormal, and SJGR consistently demonstrates this respect in our investigations, for both the living and the dead." email	Mandy McCaw SJGR Certified Investigator Cinnaminson, NJ Mandy is a High School History Teacher in Philadelphia, PA. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Arcadia University with a B.A. in History and a minor in Secondary Education. "I joined SJGR because I've always been interested in the afterlife and enjoy the investigation aspect of ghost research by collecting evidence and compiling a report. I'm also extremely interested in helping individuals who are either scared of the paranormal or just curious themselves." email
Julia Parks SJGR Certified Investigator Voorhess, NJ Julia is currently an Animal Science major at Camden County College in Blackwood, NJ. She is an assistant to a dog trainer and is also a professional dog walker. “My interest in the paranormal was heightened about six years ago. I was drawn to SJGR because of their mission to help those in need and the groups’ level of professionalism. I plan to grow with SJGR for years to come and learn as much as I can from each member and even clients. With the more knowledge I gain, the better equipped I will be to help others and calm their fears." email:	Bridget LeConey SJGR Certified Investigator Egg Harbor Township, NJ Bridget has a BA in Sociology/ Anthropology from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. She is married and spends most of her time raising her three young children. “I have had in interest in the paranormal for as long as I can remember. In my family, things that were considered by many to be fiction were viewed as true, or at least possible. As a result of my open-minded upbringing, I learned to have a respect for the beliefs and practices of others, regardless of mainstream society’s views. My curiosity led me to study different religions, philosophies and paranormal topics throughout my life. I joined SJGR to continue that exploration and to pass on knowledge to others. As member, I hope to help people through education and empathy, while deepening my own understanding of the paranormal.” email
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Leslie Lagani SJGR Consultant Lanoka Harbor, NJ "I was drawn into paranormal research to validate what I already know, that we don't die. My area of interest is to utilize my mediumistic abilities to bridge the gap between us and the other side. Hopefully acting as a catalyst for spiritual growth and healing for those in both worlds." Leslie's special talent is helping clients to maintain a positive attitude and that helps lessen their fear. She has an associates in applied sciences and is a certified hypnotherapist.	Team Leader: Randy Niedt SJGR Certified Investigator Wrightstown, NJ Randy is currently the Command Chief Warrant Officer the the New Jersey Army National Guard holding the rank of CW5. With over 28 years in the Military, he has been an Aviator, Safety and Occupational Health Manager and an Administrative Specialist. At a young age, he had an experience with what he beleives to be paranormal and from that experience has always had a fasination with life after death and what awaits us beyond this plane. Memorial Page
Tome Wilson SJGR Consultant Mantua, NJ "My interests in the occult have always been rooted within an interest in the theosophies, practices and arts of human beings, past and present. When combined with my personal beliefs in taoism, it is very much the theory of Science as modernized religion that drives me to learn more about the workings and beliefs of the unseen world that flows around each of us." Tome graduated from York College of PA with BA's in Digital Media and Design and in Fine Art with minor studies in the fields of abnormal psychology and criminal justice. During his final year, he began a class within the school on non-visible forces and their effect on photography.	Jamie Eachus SJGR Consultant Pittsgrove, NJ “I strive to ease the minds’ of clients and assist with discerning what exactly is going on in their homes so that they may better understand the events and co-exist with the activity that is taking place.” Jamie is a certified Angel Therapy Practitioner® and Medium by Dr. Doreen Virtue as well as a Reiki Master and owner of The Ancient Healing Center. Jamie has her BSBA in HR Management from Thomas Edison State College. She has lived in a home that was filled with many "unexplained" events for over 20 years and it is her hope to be able to pass on her experiences as well as combine them with her spiritual training to lessen the fear and anxiety that often accompanies paranormal activity. Email: JamieSJGR@comcast.net
Richard Zoll SJGR Consultant Manahawkin, NJ Rich works as a Sr. Network Engineer. Rich has degrees in Computer Science, Physics, Laser Electro-optics and Fiber Optics Communications, Computer Engineering from Rutgers New Brunswick, Drexel University, Burlington County College, Camden County College, Thomas Edison State College. " I Grew up with a ghost in my pre-teen and teenage years which lived in our living room. It liked to play tricks on everyone and spook us when we were alone in the house...My father has been a photographer all his life and started me out about 1966 doing photography. I was doing school events and newspapers and by 1985 was an avid Astrophotographer with Halley's Comet. I continue to take photos of planets but mostly star clusters and nebula. Later I got into lightening photography and underwater scuba photography. I noticed some orbs on more recent photos and that began my journey to video and photography with SJGR."	Tom Altman SJGR Consultant Narberth, PA Tom's background is in Audio Recording. He has 15 years experience in both Analog and Digital multitrack recording, as well as a certification in Advanced Audio Engineering and Maintenance from The Recording Workshop in Chilocothe, Ohio. His interest in SJGR developed from a desire to use new technology in audio recording and analysis to help collect strong scientific evidence of ghost and spirit activity. He currently works as a freelance music producer, studio guitarist, and audio engineer in many studios around the Philadelphia area.
Tim Becker Honorary SJGR Member Philadelphia, PA Tim is a police officer. He also served 10 years active duty in the U.S. Air Force as a high voltage electrician. "I grew up in a 19th century plantation home in South Carolina that was quite active with paranormal activity. Since becoming a member of SJGR, I have a better understanding of the paranormal activity that I experienced growing up. I look forward to helping others ease their minds about paranormal events that may be occurring in their lives".	Crissy Lydon Honorary SJGR Member Valley Forge, PA Crissy is a Opperations Assistant for a brokerage firm and also a member of the National Guard. She attended the University of Rhode Island and has a BA in Political Science/Minor in Leadership Studies. "I am a natural researcher and I have always loved doing historical research. So I wanted to put my love for methodical research, history and ghosts to good use by pursuing a membership in SJGR. I am not naturally "sensitive", but I do believe with SJGR's philisophy that everyone has the ability to be sensitive or psychic. That is one of the big reasons I wanted to be a part of this group. We use our natural and cultured abilites to help people in need as well as educate our communities."

To become a SJGR Certified Investigator, trainees
must complete a minimum of the following:

Cemetery training investigations
Indoor investigation training investigations
Equipment training
Intro to psychic protection/development training
EVP Training
Additional classroom sessions
Score of at least an 80 on written test
Pass a practical exam
3 months probationary period

Fall 2010 Trainees

Brittany Willis (Audubon, NJ)
Brittney Cellasio (Mount Holly, NJ)
Deborah Pepe (Collingswood, NJ)
Erica Ebling (Bensalem, PA)
Holli Magill (Audubon, NJ)
Kim Haley (Pitman, NJ)
Kim Pietrzak (Mullica Hill, NJ)
Mark McKinney (Claymont, DE)
Martha Kazanes (Avalon, NJ)

- has attended indoor training
- has attended outdoor training
- has attended equipment training/classroom training
- has attended intro to psychic protection/development training
- has been given written test or quiz

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