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Howell - BJ Thomas, better known as Beej, passed away quietly in his sleep on October 7, 2020. He leaves behind his loving wife, Kelly, two sons, Zach and Aiden and his father, Robert Thomas.
He had a passion for baseball and truly enjoyed coaching his sons' teams. He was dedicated to providing services to those in need. He'll always be remembered for making people laugh and being the life of the party. He will be missed dearly. Our hearts are broken but we will honor his legacy by loving life as much as he did.
A memorial gathering will be held at Weatherhead Young Funeral Home, 885 Mantoloking Road Brick, NJ 08723, on Monday, October 12, 2020 from 4 to 7 PM with a funeral home service at 6:30 PM.
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Nancy Figner
October 27, 2020
Such a nice guy put my phone we talked about little League his sons and my grandsons. May he RIP
Dorothy Lawson
October 19, 2020
He was one of my favorite Christian singers ! My condolences go out to his family. He will be missed! I started listening to him when he first started singing. I did not know he passed on but I just listened to his music yesterday. Great singer! And I am so happy he was a Christian !
Michael Shernicoff
October 14, 2020
Over theyears I have had the pleasure of crossing paths with BJ at numerous business networking events , typically focused upon serving the senior citizen community. BJ was such a congenial and compassionate person who was driven to provide a better quality of life to his clients. H e will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives he touched.
Dowling Family
October 13, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, BJ, Kelly,Zach & Adian. He was truly one of the good guys and nicest person to ever cross paths with!
God bless you all During this time of grief and moving forward.
Robert & Carolyn O'Neill
October 12, 2020
My husband and I are deeply sadden at the loss of BJ. We have only known him for a short while but felt as if it was a long time connection. He was a truly authentic and caring person with a smile that warmed our hearts.Our prayers to his wife and son's for strength. He spoke of you each time he visited us...with such love.
Ernest Kregeloh
October 11, 2020
Thanks for all the great memories Beej.
You were one of the kindest people I ever new. My family was blessed to have you as a friend and neighbor.
Rich Ziegenbalg
October 10, 2020
Always a smile or a laugh and so many fond memories. BJ was a kind soul and he, Kelly, and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Wicks
October 10, 2020
One of the nicest people I've ever worked with. Always a smile and a big laugh I can still hear so many years later. My deepest sympathies to his family. Gone too soon.
Suzanne Soto
October 10, 2020
Suzanne Soto
October 10, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends
Denise knapp
October 10, 2020
My condolences to the family. I pray that your family has strength and faith at this dark time.
Gary Roberts
October 9, 2020
Heartbroken.
Edward Coty
October 9, 2020
Always with a smile and a Hello when I would run into him at the baseball field! Terrible loss. Condolences to his family!
October 9, 2020
John Stadtmiller
October 9, 2020
Absolutely the nicest person I have ever met. My sincere condolences to Kelly and the boys.
Karen Sutton
October 8, 2020
He was the best boss I ever had. One of the nicest people I’ve ever met. A light in the world has gone out with his passing.
Mike Russo
October 8, 2020
BJ was an Amazing friend and always full of Joy and that big smile was Infectious. Great Memories playing ball at Midtown with Him. We Both had two Loves Baseball and Rock n Roll Especially Guns N Roses !!!! My Prayers go out to Family and Friends through this Difficult time . Rest In Peace BJ and Rest easy in Jesus’s Arms .
Ruthanne Panten
October 8, 2020
So heartbroken to hear of my cousin Cheryl's beloved BJ's untimely passing. So truly sad. My sincere condolences to Kelly, Zach, Aiden and Bob Thomas and all of my cousins who will forever miss this wonderful man.
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