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John Estwanick Obituary
AGE: 70 • Union Beach
John M. Estwanick, 70, of Union Beach, passed away Monday, June 6, 2011, surrounded by his loving family at Van Dyke Hospice and Palliative Care Center at Community Medical Center, Toms River. John spent 30 years as a chemical operator for International Flavor & Fragrances in Union Beach before retiring as supervisor in 2001. He was a parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church in Union Beach and proudly served in the U.S. Army. John and his wife enjoyed camping in Pomona for many years. Born in Nanticoke, Pa., he lived in Maplewood before moving to Union Beach 43 years ago. Predeceased by his wife, Angela, in 1999; and his sister, Julie Mornhinweg, he is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, Marie and Joe McCabe of Bel Air, Md., Carol and Bob Johnson of Whiting, and Linda and Jim Pollard of West Keansburg; his son and daughter-in-law, Farley Smallze and Carol of West Keansburg; his sister and brother-in-law, Jean and Gilbert Souza of Maplewood; his best friend, Carol Ricciardi of Toms River; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, June 11 at Fairview Cemetery, 456 Hwy. 35 South, Middletown. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory can be sent to the American Cancer Society, 1035 Hooper Ave., Toms River, NJ 08753. Arrangements by DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home, Lakehurst.
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Karl Gordinier
June 9, 2011
I was very sorry to hear about John's passing. I knew him for his entire tenure at IFF and he was a friend and an outstanding employee. His contributions were significant. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Karl Gordinier, (retired) Human Resources
Liz Gilson
June 8, 2011
Linda i am so sorry for your loss.All will be in our prayers. Liz
Pete Dodig
June 8, 2011
I remember meeting and working with your Dad at the GAF plant in Linden NJ. We met up again at IFF in Union Beach. He was always there to lend a hand. He will be missed. Pete Dodig, Trinity, Fl.
Patti Smith
June 8, 2011
I am so sad for your loss. I loved John.
He was my sister Carol's best friend. I felt a strong sense of comfort to know that John was always there for my sister. The 4 of us shared many times together and I have nothing but the best of memories of John. I will miss him very much. He was such a great man. I will remember him always in my heart.
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June 8, 2011
Farley and family, sorry to hear about your dad, your frirends at the Credit Union will miss him..
Kathy Fitzsimmons
June 8, 2011
Marie and Family,
Sorry to learn of the death of your dad. You and your family are in our prayers.
Kathy Healy Fitzsimmons Mater Dei '83
June 8, 2011
i was shocked to hear of John's death. Please know I hold each of you in my heart and prayers at this loss. I have many fond memories of my time in Hazlet with John and Ann and their goodness to me. They were true friends. God bless.
'Sr. Nadine
Janet (sweeney) Manochio
June 8, 2011
I am so sorry to Hear of your loss. John Always had a smile and laugh for me whenever we would meet up. He will always will be remembered fondly in my heart....
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