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John Prell Obituary

John G. Prell

Brick - John George Prell, age 75, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Ocean Medical Center in Brick. Born in East Orange and raised in West Caldwell, John resided in Brick from 1975-2000 and then moved to Port St. Lucie, Florida where they lived for 20 years before moving back to Brick this past July.

Mr. Prell proudly served in the United States Air Force as Air Force Police.

John retired as a Telephone Installation Technician. During his 30 years of service with the company he received many accolades.

John was a member of the Riviera Beach Boat Club, the Telephone Company Softball League and many bowling leagues. He was also a member of the poker club. He loved fishing, but his favorite pastime was playing golf.

Surviving are his beloved wife of 49 years, MaryAnn V. Prell; his loving daughters, Jennifer Abatemarco and her husband, Brian and Kimberly Yacono and her husband, Scott; his sister, Christine Allen and her husband, Stephen; his niece, Jessica Allen; his four cherished grandchildren, Hannah, Abigail, Haley and Matthew.

A Memorial Visitation will take place on Monday, November 9, 2020 from 3-6 p.m. with a service being held at 5:30 p.m. at O'Brien Funeral Home, 505 Burnt Tavern Rd., Brick. Cremation is private.

**Due to Covid 19 restrictions there are capacity limitations and face masks and social distancing are mandatory.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

To send condolences please go to www.obrienfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Asbury Park Press on Nov. 1, 2020.

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Carol Petraco

November 2, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.Please call or ring my doorbell if I can be of any help,I do know your pain.

Fran Semon

November 2, 2020

Dear Maryann and family, very sorry to hear of John's passing. Bob was very fond of him. Condolences to you and your family, Fran Semon.

Johnny's with the Stars!

Tracy Prell

October 30, 2020

I'm so very saddened to hear about the loss of my dear cousin Johnny that I dedicate my photo in his memory - He's now with the Stars in the Universe! He was a terrific guy, a wonderful husband, an awesome dad, grandad and caring brother! Sending my deepest heartfelt condolences and many comforting hugs to MaryAnn, Jennifer, Kimberly, Christine and all of their families. I miss and love you all!

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9

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

O'Brien Funeral Home - Brick

505 Burnt Tavern Road @ Hwy. 70, Brick, NJ 08724

Nov

9

Service

5:30 p.m.

O'Brien Funeral Home - Brick

505 Burnt Tavern Road @ Hwy. 70, Brick, NJ 08724

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