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Joel Kligman Obituary
AGE: 79 • Colts Neck
Joel Kligman, 79, of Colts Neck passed away peacefully, surrounded by family after a courageous battle with Parkinson 's disease. He was born in Newark, NJ and lived in Monmouth County since 1961. He was a graduate of Rider College, where he received a full basketball scholarship.
Mr. Kligman was a self-employed builder/developer and went on to build, own and operate two Holiday Inns in New Jersey. Active in the Jewish community he was Chairman of the building committee for Temple Beth El in Oakhurst. He was one of the leading thoroughbred owners and breeders in the State's history. Joel was awarded the Virgil "Buddy" Raines award for his contributions to the sport of horse racing.
He was survived by his daughter, Beth Kligman Higgason of Kalispell, MT; three sons; Andy Kligman of Long Branch, Jeff Kligman of Hamilton Twp. and David Kligman of Morristown and his three grandchildren, Emily and Lisa Higgason and Matthew Sherlaw.
Services are 12:30 pm today at Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Chapels, Ocean Twp. with internment to follow at Beth Israel Cemetery, Woodbridge. Donations in his memory can be made at www.lightofday.org for Parkinson's Research. Bloomfield-Cooper Jewish Chapels, Ocean Twp. is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joel Kligman
Eugene Viti
July 17, 2013
And his beloved horse Richiefromshoprite would meet him in heaven just days later. God bless.
Al & Arlene London
July 12, 2013
We came in contact with Joel thru Monmouth Park where we raced horses in the same races as his horses. He was a great competitor and a gentleman. We will always remember him as a winner both in racing but more so in his character.
Our sympathy to his family.
July 10, 2013
JK - Thank you for caring and always being there in times of need. With love and appreciation for eternity - JK
Corporate Party HI Toms River
Joli Valentine
July 10, 2013
July 7, 2013
Dear Andy, Beth & Family,
I am truly sorry to hear about your Father's passing. I am honored to have known your Wonderful Dad since I was a little boy living across the street in Elberon, N.J. My deepest condolences to you & your family.
Love,
Michael Greenblatt
Debbie Strom (Re/Max)
July 5, 2013
Andy, My deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
July 5, 2013
On behalf of Congregation Torat El I would like to extend our sympathies.
Andrew Robins, President, Congregation Torat El.
Marge &Greg Bova
July 5, 2013
Dear Andy and Family, Sorry to hear about your Father our Deepest Sympathy. He was a good guy and we had some good times with your Uncle Herb at Turnberry,Your Friends, Marge& Greg
bova
July 5, 2013
Jeff, Andy, Beth and David,
He was a fine man, a loving Father and a dear friend to all that knew him. You are in my thoughts and prays at your time of sorrow.
Margaret
July 5, 2013
Andy: my sincere condolences to you and your family. Lori @ Drazin and Warshw
Joyce Disbrow
July 5, 2013
Dear Andy and family, S sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy. Joyce Diisbrow
Marvin Moses
July 5, 2013
Our deepest sympathy. Marvin & Ed Moses
Marc Swersky
July 5, 2013
Dear Andy and family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved father. Know that he is resting comfortably now and that he leaves you all with a world of wonderful memories and a lot of love,RIP Joel.
July 4, 2013
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