Kerry McRory Obituary
Born in Somerset, NJ on September 27, 1968 to Eileen and Gerald McRory. Kerry was a graduate of Piscataway High School in NJ and then later received his bachelors from Glassboro State University where he was a member of Alpha Phi Delta.
Kerry was an avid sports lover and athlete. He enjoyed playing tennis, golf, pickup basketball and skiing with his family. Known for his sociable nature, Kerry connected with people wherever he went. His favorite pastimes were watching his kids play sports and taking his dogs to the park.
He is survived by his wife, Kelley; his children, Bridget, Daniel, and Shannon McRory; son-in-law Daniel; mother, Eileen McRory; as well as several uncles, aunts, and cousins. Kerry is predeceased by his father, Gerald McRory; brother, Christopher McRory; cousins, Stephen McManus and Kevin McRory; and several family dogs.
There will be a viewing from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday January 8th at Horizon Funeral & Cremation Services located at 1329 Route 37 West in Toms River, NJ.
A mass will be held the following morning, Tuesday, January 9th, at 10 a.m. at Saint John's Catholic Church at 619 Chestnut St in Lakehurst, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. www.stjude.org
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Douglas Bulger
January 4, 2024
Kerry was a brother to all that knew him...no doubt...gone too soon...condolences to Mrs. McRory, beautiful Kelley and the kids...
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