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James Gillen Obituary
AGE: 75 • Toms River
James Gillen, 75, of Toms River, loving husband, caring father, brother and uncle, and proud grandfather, passed away Saturday evening, Aug. 11, 2012. He will be deeply missed by friends and family. Jim and his wife, Lottie, raised three children in Toms River. Jim was born in Kearny on Nov. 2, 1936. He attended Kearny High School, where he graduated in 1956. At Kearny High, he was a talented athlete and was selected All-State in soccer. In 2005, Jim was inducted into Kearny High's Sports Hall of Fame for excellence in soccer. Following high school, Jim served in the Army and did a two-year tour of duty in Europe. For 30+ years, he was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 825, running heavy equipment. Jim was an avid Giants fan and a longtime season ticketholder - and as he got older really enjoyed watching his kids and grandkids play sports.
Jim is predeceased by his mother, Catherine; and father, James. He is survived by his devoted wife of 46 years, Lottie (Labarowski); daughter, Linda; his sons and their spouses, James and Laura Gillen, and Ted and Vicki Gillen of Toms River; his sister and her spouse, Ruth and Nick Osifchin; his nieces and nephews, Nicole, Mark, Richard, Tammy, Daria, Adam, Noelle, Todd and Scott; and his five adoring grandchildren, Katie, Abbey, Lizzie, Brady and Jack.
Viewing hours will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15 at Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main St., Toms River. A mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 16 at St. Joseph's Church, 685 Hooper Ave., Toms River. Burial will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery, Toms River. In lieu of flowers, please send any donations to Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, 1400 Eye St. NW, Suite 1200, Washington, DC 20005 or charity of your choice. We will miss you Dad and Grandpa! Condolences may be made by visiting www.andersonandcampbell.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Gillen
Chrissie, Brian, Matt, Derek & Meghan Muniz
February 22, 2013
Miss you so much Mr Gillen. Xoxo
September 3, 2012
Dear Lottie, Jim, Ted, Linda and families,
My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of Jim. I have so many fond memories from years ago in the old neighborhood.
Peace, love and blessings,
Caron (Dunne) & Bruce Keane
August 18, 2012
Dear Lottie and Family,
I was so sad to hear of Jim's passing. We were neighbors for a long time and I have many great memeories of our times together. Jim really liked the pool! My deepest sympathies.
God bless.
Bob Petrarca
Andy & Deanna Woolley
August 17, 2012
To the entire Gillen Family,
We are saddened to learn of Mr. Gillen's passing. It brought many smiles to my face when thinking about the few times I was able to spend with him and all of you. He could say more with few words than anyone I've known. He, as with all of you, are very special to me. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Carney
August 16, 2012
Dear Ted and Gillen family,
I'm very saddened by your loss. My sympathies and condolences to all of you.
Francis Piscal Jr.
August 15, 2012
Linda, Ted, Jim, Mrs. Gillen, and family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss.
Mr. Gillen was always a gentleman: kind, engaging, and welcoming. His smile was guaranteed to put you at ease.
The Gillen and Piscal families have enjoyed a strong relationship for many years. We pray the Lord will ease your pain and bring you comfort.
Sincerely,
Francis Piscal Jr.
Marco Bucchi
August 15, 2012
Dear Ted & Entire Family,
Our family was deeply saddened on the loss of your great Dad, ""JIM"".
Please accept our condolences and sympathies.
Marco, Karin, Kristin & Erik Bucchi (Toms River, NJ)
August 14, 2012
Jim, Ted and Family - So sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort through your family and friends during this difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers. Diane and Rachel Morris
Janis & Gary Tulp
August 14, 2012
Dear Gillens,
...We are very sorry for your loss. May peace be with you and your family at this time.
Tom Healey
August 14, 2012
My condolences to the Gillen Family on the loss of a great guy with a great smile.
August 14, 2012
Dear Lottie, Jim and family...
So very sad to hear about Jim...ours thoughts and prayers are with you all...the memories of Jim's many antics will keep him in our hearts and giggling forever!
Love to you...
Barb, Ron and Chris Tschupp and Lori and Sophia DeLucca
Mike Reagan
August 14, 2012
Dear Gillens,
Please accept our sincerest condolences. Mr. Gillen was a great guy. He had an incredible sense of humor. It was always a pleasure to be around him.
Sincerely,
The Reagans
Tom and Robyn Hayes
August 14, 2012
You are in our thoughts and prayers...
Dan Massa
August 14, 2012
Dear Jim & Family,
We are saddened by the news of the passing of your dad. He always gave us a wave and a friendly smile. May your happy memories comfort you during this sad time.
Sincerely
Your neighbors, Dan, Kathy & Kourtney
Vincent Shurr
August 14, 2012
Jim was a special friend to my dad and our family and I will always cherish the raucous sense of humor. God Speed. Go Big Blue !
August 14, 2012
Dear Lottie & family
We were saddened to hear Jim passed away. We wish to send our sympaties and prayers to you & family. He was a very nice person and he will be missed.
Tony & Betty Gedrimas
August 14, 2012
When I think of Jimmy the first thought is fun and false teeth! Over the years I remember so many nice things about him. My sympathy to Lottie and your family. You are in our prayers.
Len and Pat (Trish Halpin) Tully
August 14, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss, Buddy & Kathy Brannagan
August 14, 2012
Jim "Gillen"was a great guy. we will always cherish the fun and memories. Gary Vogt and Jean (Pollack) Vogt.
chris johnston
August 14, 2012
Jim was a very funny man and a great guy. I remember great times at matson's in kearny.
ronald rutzler
August 14, 2012
jim ,you were part of my child hood ,how i miss the days in garys candy store,,i lived on davis ave,across from big nickes and you were down on hoyt,will miss you
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