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1989
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2025
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James Dwyer Obituary
Weatherhead Young Funeral Home - 885 Mantoloking Rd. Brick, NJ 08723
James Francis “Jimmy” Dwyer, age 35, of Raritan, NJ passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at his home. Born in Livingston, NJ, he was raised in Carteret and lived in Toms River before moving to Raritan. He was a 2008 graduate of Toms River North High School before being employed for many years as a Mechanic and Welder with Pierce Eagle in Branchburg, NJ. Jimmy found joy in the ocean. With Surfing, fishing and crabbing being both a passion and a sanctuary. Equally at home with sparks flying in the workshop, he was a talented welder who took pride in his craft. Known for his extreme personality, boundless energy and magnetic charm, Jimmy had a gift for making every gathering brighter. He was always the life of the party, quick with a laugh and generous with his love. To know Jimmy, was to know someone who loved with his whole heart. His memory will live on, not only through the family he held so dear but also in the waves he rode, the friendships he forged and the countless moments he made unforgettable.
He was predeceased by his father, James F. Dwyer in 2024. He is survived by his beloved son, Lucas Johnson of Pascagoula, MI; his loving mother, Jody Elizabeth Izzo and her husband, Al of Mooresville, NC; his girlfriend, Tiffany Karcher of Raritan; his sister, Ashley E. Caldas and her husband, Mark of Brick; his step-brother, Brian Izzo of Colorado; his step-sister, Katie Sadler of North Carolina; two nieces, Aubrey and Addison; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. Friends may attend a Memorial Gathering on Saturday, October 4th, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Weatherhead Young Funeral Home – 885 Mantoloking Rd. Brick, NJ 08723. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, 1:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment will be private. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers can be made in his honor to Surfers Healing (surfershealing.org). To send condolences to the family, please visit his Guestbook at: www.weatherheadyoung.com
Memories and Condolences
for James Dwyer
10 Entries
Catherine Diamente
October 15, 2025
Jimmy...you quickly became much more than a next door neighbor...I feel honored to have known you as a good friend. You were a bright light no matter where you were. I always enjoyed watching you walk down to the river with your fishing pole and headphones on..you were in your element..in your zone. Not to mention you were beyond handsome...kind...funny ..and it was obvious how much you loved Tiffany. See you on the other side brother. You are truly missed.
Laura Dier
October 5, 2025
Condolences to all of you. Jimmy was a bright light in the room. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him.
Michael Izzo
October 4, 2025
I will never forget the times we spent together, the lessons learned, the laughter shared, or the brotherhood forged. You were an inspiration to me, always positive and filled with hope even in the darkest of moments. May you rest in peace little bro
Ben Sweeny
October 2, 2025
I hung out with Jimmy quite a bit the summer of 2009 after I graduated high school. He was a year older than me at North. I would mostly see him at parties with my friends from Silverton. For whatever reason, Jimmy was just one of those guys that I’d often end up talking to a lot at the parties. To be honest, we didn’t have a whole lot in common but we just got along. When I close my eyes I can picture him standing in front of me with a black t shirt with the sleeves cut off, his warm smiling grin, his lips curled up in the corners of his mouth, and his eyes perched down looking into mine as we spoke about god knows what. He had a natural warmth and protectiveness about him. Just felt safe around the guy. Hanging with him felt like hanging out with an older brother. He was always nice to me. My thoughts and prayers to his family. Sorry for your loss. Rest in Peace Jimmy.
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Judy and Ted Hansen
September 30, 2025
Jody & family, We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers your way.
Linda Pagano
September 29, 2025
Jody, Al, Ashley, Tiffany, Brian, Katie, family & friends, my sincere condolences for the loss of Jimmy. May Jimmy rest in peace in the arms of the angels. God-bless you all. Love, Linda Pagano
Jesus Rodriguez
September 24, 2025
Rest in paradise sending prayers to the family.
Jess Irwin
September 24, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this. Cubby and I had such fun memories with you and Ashley at
Our aunt Helen’s house. We always got into such mischief and it was so fun to grow up with cousins the same age. I will miss you, jimmy. You sure had a way to make us all laugh.
-Jess (urban) Irwin
Karen, Rich and Diana White
September 24, 2025
We are so very sorry for your loss. We remember all the good times we always had with all of you in Point Pleasant. We have such fond memories of Jimmy, Ashley, and our Diana playing together. Jody, you were always so welcoming to us..Sending all our love to all of you at this sad time...Praying too..Love you...Cousins Karen, Rich and Diana
Lou & Carol Demeter & family
September 24, 2025
Dear Jody & all the family, you have our deepest sympathy for your loss. We are keeping you in our hearts & prayers. May he rest in heavenly peace.
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Memorial Gathering
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Weatherhead Young Funeral Home
885 Mantoloking Rd., Brick, NJ 08723
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Funeral service
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Weatherhead Young Funeral Home
885 Mantoloking Rd., Brick, NJ 08723