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John Pal Obituary
AGE: 54 • Toms River
John E. Pal, Jr., 54, died unexpectedly on Sunday, September 3, 2017.
A longtime resident of Colts Neck, New Jersey, John was a smart and hard-working man with a heart filled with love and affection for his family, colleagues, and friends.
A graduate of the Defense Language Institute, John served in the United States Air Force as an analyst and Mandarin translator. He received a bachelor's degree with high honors from Rutgers University and studied business administration at New York University.
John had a distinguished career as a marketing executive in the publishing and financial services industries, serving in senior roles at Haymarket Media, CFO Publishing, and Metropolitan Life, among other companies. He is remembered by colleagues as a gifted analyst and technologist, a strong and cheerful leader, and a loyal collaborator on complex commercial projects.
John was the proud and loving father of two children, Jonathan, an actor in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Kira, a finance professional, in New York. He is survived by four siblings, Deborah Mengotto, Karen Pal, Edward Pal, and Susan Barton, and by his wife of 27 years, Carol.
A funeral Mass for John will be offered at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 8, at the Parish of Saint Mary, 1 Phalanx Road, Colts Neck, New Jersey. John's family invites his friends to contribute in John's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project or the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
To leave a message of condolence, please visit John's Tribute Page at www.holm delfuneralhome.com.
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Patrick Healy
August 31, 2022
Thought about you the other day. Can't believe it's been five years. Miss you, man.
June 25, 2018
We shared many happy times together in Milburn. Our boys were always together. We love you all and loved Nukee and Bear, too. We are so very sad about John' passing. We hope you are all ok and healing. Love the Castaldi Family
September 14, 2017
I am so sorry and sad to hear about John's passing. He was a kind and good man. I am sure he is greatly missed.
Monique Michowski
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Jeff Leston
September 14, 2017
Saddened and shocked by hearing this. John was a friend and colleague, whip smart, and I know he loved his family. We shared many interests and I always enjoyed my time with him
Amy Zucchi-Justice
September 9, 2017
John was a great co-worker & person-he could always get you to laugh. He also helped me when I started my own business hiring my firm for an event he managed. You will be missed John--rest in peace.
Susan Basilico
September 8, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with John years ago and reconnecting again at Haymarket. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. My prayers go out to all his friends and family. May he Rest In Peace.
Laurie Inglese
September 7, 2017
Carol,
We fondly remember you, John and the kids from your St. Rose days. You were my daughter's CCD teacher, and to this day she hasn't forgotten you!
I know of no words to ease your pain, but I do know that John is with God, and will now receive eternal salvation.
I just wanted you and your family to know we haven't forgotten you.
With love
The Inglese Family
Delia Elbaum
September 7, 2017
I worked with John at CFO and I remember him with a smile on his face all the time. He spoke so highly of his children and I always picked up on the amazing communication that they had. I asked him once how I can ensure to have the same relationship with my kids that he has with his. At that time I had a 2 year old daughter and was pregnant with a baby boy. He told me to talk to them honestly. Be straight forward and start from the beginning with trust. He said from Day one make them feel comfortable that they can say anything to you. That advice has stuck. I think it is a big reason I have such a good relationship with my own kids. I always have that advice in the back of my mind.
I am so sorry for John's family. This news hit me especially hard since my father in law passed away at a very young age two days ago. I know how this hits your family because we are going through similar paths. This is such a difficult time for you.
Patrick Healy
September 6, 2017
John was inspiration. I worked with him years ago and we became and remained friends from that point forward. He had a keen understanding of people, the industry and technology. He was a musician, a father, a husband, and a colleague.
He was a professional and an upright man. I'm stunned by his sudden passing and pray for his family's strength and relief.
Godspeed, my friend. I'll see you on the other side.
Julie Hoskins
September 6, 2017
So sorry for your loss
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