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Joseph Truex Obituary
Little Silver - Joseph B. Truex, Sr., 54, of Little Silver passed away Wednesday, June 6th.
He was born in Oceanport to Raymond and Rita.
Joe was a civically minded individual who constantly gave back to his community serving 16 years and a three time Captain of the Fair Haven EMS and served in the Fair Haven Fire Dept., a onetime Captain of the Rumson EMS and a 20+ year member of the Middletown Auxiliary Police Dept.
He is predeceased by his father, Raymond and his brothers Michael and Thomas. He is survived by his beloved wife Ethel, his loving sons; Raymond, Joseph Jr., Brian, Benjamin, David Ruthenbeck Jr.and Kevin Ruthenbeck and dear grandchildren; Tyler and Skylar. Also surviving are his Mother, Rita and siblings Philip, Jake, Kate Portee and Patricia White. A life celebration will be TODAY, Tuesday, June 12th from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at the John E. Day Funeral Home, 85 Riverside Ave. Red Bank, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, June 13th at 11:15 am at St. James R.C.Ch. Broad St. Red Bank, NJ. Interment will be private.
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Marianne (Simms) Harrell
June 23, 2018
To Joe's family, my condolences on your loss. I had not seen Joe since we graduated, but it was sad to learn of his passing. I did't realize that he and Rob were brothers-in-law. May fond memories sustain you all.
Ken & Darlene Ruthenbeck
June 13, 2018
Our prayers are with y'all through the celebration of Joe's life. May you feel the Lords Peace and seek God for the strength for new beginnings God's mercies are new each morning. Love, Peace Ken & Darlene Ruthenbeck
Jane Bills-Colville
June 13, 2018
So sorry to hear this about Joe. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
I knew him way back when and will always have some fond memories of him.
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David and Denise Ruthenbeck
June 12, 2018
Joe was a stand up guy he always treated my two sons David and Kevin as they were his own. Joe also saved my dads life while serving on the first aid squad, I will always be greatfull. I know Joe is enjoying his new life with the Lord.
christopher conk
June 12, 2018
My Condolences to the Truex family.
June 11, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Family at this very difficult time. May the comfort of our Loving Creator be with you. Isa. 41:1O,13.
Charity Morris
June 11, 2018
Cayt and Rob and family,I'm very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Shannon Brwtt
June 10, 2018
RIP Joe we will miss you so much love you
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