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Gary Hartdorn Obituary
AGE: 52 • Brick
Gary Hartdorn, 52, of Brick and Ocean City, NJ and his bride and soul mate Missy Healey, tragically left us on Sunday, Oct. 27, 2013, after a motorcycle accident and are now together in heaven. Gary was born in Point Pleasant and lived the Jersey Shore life at its fullest and finest, touching all aspects of life that is made available to us. His touch to his family and friends were impacting and everlasting. His life career was in the medical technology field. His life vocations included water sports and boating, ultra-light flying, stock car racing, motorcycles, travel, and good times with his family and friends. Gary was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and friend, with an out-reach of genuine kindness, compassion, and charity. Thank you for you "Gary". We love you and take care, till we meet again.
He is predeceased by his brother, Glen (2002). Living relatives are parents, George and Jean Hartdorn (Point Pleasant Boro); aunt, Evelyn Matouk (Point Pleasant Beach); sister-in-law, Ruta Sleptys (Brick); brothers, David Hartdorn and wife, Laura (Brick) and Trace Hartdorn and wife, Pauline (Toms River); nephews, David, Quinn and Joe; and nieces, Carly and Heather.
Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated for Gary and Missy at 2:15 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 in Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 525 Washington St., Cape May, where friends will be received from 12:15 p.m. to 2 p.m. Interment will be private for the family and will follow the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested in Gary's memory to the Healey Educational Foundation Gleneayre Farm, 573 Eayrestown Road, Lumberton, NJ 08048 where an annual scholarship has been established. Spilker Funeral Home, Cape May info and condolences: spilkerfuneral home.com.
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for Gary Hartdorn
bill transue
October 25, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Scott Linton
November 16, 2013
Gary & Missy may "You Both Rest in Peace in Heavan"..I know that is where you are :)Gary We had some Great Times in the Early 80's at Brick Hospital Receiving Dock!!! Thanks for the Memories & May God Bless You Guys! You Both Will be Greatly Missed!!!
brian keffer
November 9, 2013
were to begin garry the man hard worker caring soul would walk in the room and say hi to people he did not know he was a man of caricature he would assist when not asked he would give you his last dollar garry take care you were one in a million you were garry hartdorn the man with a van full of tools ready to fix the world
Carol Ann Alberque
November 6, 2013
May God be with all of you during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
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Ken and Claire Bergen
November 3, 2013
You always brought a smile to the neighborhood. Ken and I will miss you.
November 3, 2013
You can be sure that the God of all comfort is with you in this time of distress. In fact he is never far off from you. Just search for him and he can be found.Acts 17:27
Beth and Joe Martinell
November 2, 2013
Gary and Missy, what can i say? i'm glad the both of you were able to find each other! When we saw the two of you together there was a bright light that shined on the both of you knowing how happy you were together. i know that light will shin in heaven knowing you are together. We will miss you both! Love Beth and Joe your boating friends.
Kate Lyon
November 2, 2013
I loved meeting Gary at Windward when I was there with Marc celebrating Dave's birthday. My heart is heavy with sadness to know that he is gone. I see him and Missy hand in hand together in front of God. Gary I will always think of you on November 10th as we share the same birthday. Every birthday you will be in my thoughts.Love you and miss you!
November 2, 2013
We send our sincere sympathy and heartfelt prayers to George, Jean and family members. Words cannot express the sorrow we have in our hearts upon hearing this tradgic news. We have been lifting you in prayer since we learned about this. We will continue to pray for HIS peace, courage and faith to be ever present as you cope and mourn in the difficult days ahead. God Bless. Michael, Jill and Andrew Cozzini
Carolyn Brown
November 2, 2013
Gary was like my BIG Brother - will miss him ever so much. Peace, love and prayers to his family for a generous giving man - gone too soon.
Lynn Martinez
November 2, 2013
Our condolences to the family and friends, I did not know them personally but was there during the time of the accident. I am truly sorry.
beth and bill van lew
November 1, 2013
great friend, nicest person, funny, always had something nice to say. glad he found his soul mate will be together forever. will be missed.
John and Liberty Pannone
November 1, 2013
The world is a sadder place to live without Gary here with us. The selfishness in me feels anger and rage that he left so suddenly. Then when I think of all the memories of love, laughter and friendship that he has left me. I am grateful for those priceless gifts. Thank You Gary for the privilege of sharing a small part of your life with me. You are loved and missed.
Barbara Fariello
November 1, 2013
I never met either Gary or Missy; however I was on 195 east returning home from a visit with family that evening. Traffic was diverted to leave 195 East via exit 16. I knew it must have been something horrible and it was. My deepest sympathy to the families of these two very young people who sound as though they were both wonderful. God bless...
paula & daryl sculthorpe
October 31, 2013
you will always be in our hearts.
Anne Peterson-Rowell
October 31, 2013
Rest in Peace my dear friend. The top row will miss you. I am so thankful for your friendship. Your family is in my prayers.
Joyce & George Eckert
October 31, 2013
Our condolences to the family, Rest in Peace Gary and Missy. You will be missed by your friends on "B" Dock at Forge Landing Marina.
Lisa Farrell
October 31, 2013
I worked with Gary at MMC many years ago. He always wore a smile and kept me entertained with the stories of his many activities. He was a kind and genuine man who touched many people. RIP Gary and Missy,
Barbara Melnyk
October 31, 2013
I am going to miss my friend. You were a great man, kind, gentle, generous, thoughtful. I'm going to miss our adventures! RIP with your lovely bride. Ride with the angels. Until we meet again.
Ginny Bobbs
October 31, 2013
My friend, even though I moved to Florida, I have told people that made impact on my life especially the Co-workers at Point Pleasant Hospital.Gary always had a brite smile and heart and went out of his way to help people. he had a beautiful soul. Missy and family, you are in my prayers
Susan Shoman
October 31, 2013
WOW What can I say! Gary was the nicest person I have ever worked with and he married the only other nicest person I have ever worked with Missy. I am so happy that they finally found each other. Soul Mates....For they families in this tragic time I send my prayers to you.
Sharlene Dunston-delaluz
October 31, 2013
RIP Gary, you touched many lives in many wonderful ways, I will love and remember you always!
Dave & Gayle Epple
October 31, 2013
Will miss a great friend who would do anything for anybody.Great caring person with a warm heart.May God welcome you and Missy with open arms and value you as we did here,you will be deeply missed.Another bright light extinguished to soon.Our condolences to both families they were two great people here and will be in their after life.
Laura Hopping
October 31, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to Gary and Missy's families during this very sad time. Gary was such a great guy, I worked with him for many years originally at Point Hospital then Brick. Gary always had a smile on his face and was such a kind person, I never had the opportunity to meet his wife but I am sure she must have been spectacular! Rest in peace my friend...
Helen & Ralph Clayton
October 31, 2013
So sorry to hear about Gary, always a gentle man & lots of fun to be around ,his parents raised him well. Worked with Gary at Point & Brick Hospital, was always in Central Supply checking machines , with that wonderful smile on his face. Was good friends of my children Merrilee & Scott.
May the family find peace through the Peace & Love of Jesus Christ
He will be missed ,but always remembered in our hearts.
Debbie Soden
October 31, 2013
How very tragic. I worked with Gary several years ago at Brick. My deepest sympathies to both his & his wife's family.
October 31, 2013
My Condolences to the family on this tragic lost. We pray that God welcomes both of them together into heaven.
Joe & Lorraine McGowan
Bill Transue
October 31, 2013
It was great to have known and worked with you.
henry whelan
October 31, 2013
Gary was a wonderful guy. He was my man in Little League baseball.
Pat and Donna McGrath
October 31, 2013
Gary, you and Missy will never be forgotten. You have preciously impacted our hearts and our lives forever. Your zest for life was inspirational, your kindness, generosity and love for your family and all your friends was heart warming and something to cherish forever. You and Missy will live on in our heart always.
Mary and Ben Keysper
October 31, 2013
Gary was our next door neighbor, and the sweetest, nicest guy in the world. We will miss him dearly. Our backyard is quiet now, but the memories live on.
Rose Hammond
October 31, 2013
My condolences to the entire family! This is a great loss and he will be missed by so many! May the good lord rest his soul!
Beth Ann O'Toole
October 31, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
sharon Hindman
October 31, 2013
R.I.P Gary and Missy, you will truly be missed!
Kelli Walsh-O'Neill
October 31, 2013
I am so very saddened to hear about Gary's passing. Thoughts and prayers to his family.....very sad.
Pete and Michelle Kemprowski
October 31, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the Hartdorn family in this time of sorrow.May his memories help to heal you at this time.Had many great times with Gary at Tracey and Paulines.Our prayers are with you at this time.....Gods blessing always...
Susan Applegate
October 31, 2013
Gary may you find eternal peace for Missy and yourself.
October 31, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Dr. R. Kurt Meier, III and family
Renee and Gary Wood
October 31, 2013
Gary, You will never be forgotten. You were a great friend and I thank you for bringing me and my husband together. You were so full of life and always the life of the party. May god bless your family. Until we meet again my friend.
Carolann & Scott Benedetti
October 31, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
beth vanderbeck
October 30, 2013
Gary I loved my friendship with you. Your smile could light up any room. I will never forget the great times I had with you. My heart is broken. I will always love and miss you.
Candy Coffey and Frank Reynolds
October 30, 2013
Gary...we remember you from the old race car days. Always such a nice guy. Haven,t seen you in quite awhile but you will be truly missed. RIP friend.
October 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ray Peto
October 30, 2013
I knew Gary in the 90's when I worked at Brick and Point Hospitals. Great man! Always had a smile on his face and a love of life. Rest in Peace friend. You made the world a better place.
denise bixenman
October 30, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Heidi Richey
October 30, 2013
So sorry to hear this! My condolences to the families and friends! RIP Gary You will be missed.
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