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John Wantroba Obituary
JOHN THOMAS WANTROBA III
OCEAN TOWNSHIP
John Thomas Wantroba III, of Ocean Township, died Saturday, Oct. 4. Born in Mount Holly, he was a resident of Ocean Township for the past nine years. John was a communicant of St. Anselm's Church, Tinton Falls. He was a loving husband and father of three daughters. John had the ability to always bring them to smiles and laughter. He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Gail; three daughters, Alexa, Amber and Ashley Wantroba; his parents, John T. and Judith Wantroba of Tinton Falls; and his sister, Dawn Hall of Wall.
Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Thompson Memorial Home, 310 Broad St., Red Bank. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Anselm's Church, 1028 Wayside Road, Wayside. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery Mausoleum, Oceanport. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Wantroba Children's Trust Fund, c/o Sovereign Bank, 901 W. Park Avenue, Ocean, NJ 07731.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Wantroba
Raeanne
October 15, 2008
Gail,
I am so sorry about your loss. I know how much you cared about John. I just found out from your Mom yesterday.
I know it has been a long time since I have seen you, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laurie Burdge Ward
October 11, 2008
Gail, I am so saddened to hear of this heartbreaking news. I only learned of it today (10/11) from my sister Karen. You and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort in your memories. I know how much you adore him. Please know I am here for you and hope you will contact me soon. Love, Laurie (Burdge) Ward & Family
Michael Burich
October 10, 2008
Gail
I knew your husband from years ago working in the same division. I was deeply saddened to hear about this terrible loss. I always looked forward to catching up with him at meetings and sharing more than a few laughs. I will always keep John in my prayers. Know that God is with you and your girls and will be with you, every step through this difficult time. May god bless you.
Greg Romano
October 9, 2008
John- I will truly miss our conversations about work and family life. We always had the ability to make each other laugh no matter what the mood. You will be sorely missed and always remembered in my life.
Gail and the girls- May God bless you and provide you with the strength to carry on during and after this difficult time. May John rest in Peace.
The Romano Family
Deirdre (Flaherty) Costanza
October 9, 2008
Gail, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Alfonso, Taylor Mills Medical
October 9, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your daughters. John will be deeply missed in my office and in all of our hearts. You will find your strenght in God, and in all the prayers from family and friends. May John rest in peace. God Bless
Shamlian
October 9, 2008
May God give all of you love and peace
CARLA NIEVES
October 9, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandy Abdelaziz
October 8, 2008
Gail, Alexa, Amber, and Ashley. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and if you need anything at all, please call.
Love always, Sandy Abdelaziz and family
Deborah Heh
October 8, 2008
To the Wantroba Family,
I offer my deepest sympathy to each family member during this time of great sadness. My prayers are with you and may you find comfort in the Lord and in your memories.
(Brook Street neighbor)
Colleen Sullivan
October 8, 2008
John, Thank you for taking me under your wing early in my career, for being my mentor and friend. You were always generous with advice and pats on the back, and coming from you, it was as good as gold.
I will never forget your amazing sense of humor and your ability to light up any room you entered.
You were admired and respected and you will be deeply missed by countless people.
To Gail and family- words cannot express our sorrow for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
October 8, 2008
To the Wantroba Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to the family during this unsettling time. John was a very near and dear friend both growing up and of late, we had many fond memories. May God watch over Gail and the girls and give them strength in the years ahead.
May you always rest in peace.
Neil Calise and Family
Christine Minenno Pinkston
October 8, 2008
To the Wantroba family,
I would like to express my sympathy to each of you. I knew John growing up in school and from his friends, Adam and Nicky. John always made us laugh. We always called him "WAN." May the love of friends and family give you strength and may God bless you with peace.
Sincerely,
Art DeMatteis
October 8, 2008
John:
To one of the last of us reps out here that are from the "Old School" that did the job the right way. You will be greatly missed. May the Good Lord Bless and watch over your family, and give you peace. You are in my prayers
Eric Williams
October 7, 2008
My heart and prayers are with all of the family at this sad time. John will be missed, and remembered always.
Karen Bower
October 7, 2008
John,
You will always be in my thoughts and my prayers. You were a wonderful friend and co-worker. You could bring a smile to anyones face or make us laugh at the silliest stories, but most of all you were always there for me when I needed encouragement or just someone to talk to. Thank you for being a part of my life. You will be missed. To Gail and the girls..May God watch over you and take care of you. Always remember what a wonderful man John was.
Dr. and Mrs. Art Monta
October 7, 2008
We are at a loss for words to express our deep sorrow in the passing of John. We will always remember him as a very professional, diligent, respectful and hard working person. Our heartfelt sympathy to the whole Wantroba family. You will always be in our prayers.
Dr. and Mrs. Art Monta
October 7, 2008
We are at a lost for words to express our deep sorrow in the untimely death of John. We will always remember him as a very professional,diligent, courteous and hard working person.
With our heartfelt sympathy to the whole Wantroba family.
akshay patel
October 7, 2008
john may almighty rest you in peace and give strength to your family.We miss you dearly.
Maribelle Robinson
October 7, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Brenda Collins
October 7, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this very difficult time. May God help to ease your pain.
William Tiner
October 7, 2008
John ,
Rest in peace, you will be missed,
GOD BLESS
Jaqui Armenti
October 7, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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