Stephen J. Chinnock

1944 - 2018

Stephen J. Chinnock

Toms River - Stephen J. Chinnock, 74, of Toms River, NJ, passed away at home on July 15, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was born in Newark, NJ, graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology, and moved to various places but returned to Toms River 13 years ago to enjoy spending time watching and listening to the ocean in his retirement. Stephen was a Chemical Engineer with Nabisco, Delmonte, General Foods, and Quaker Oats for many years. He loved gardening, wood working, and listening to classical music - especially Handles Messiah. He took special delight and joy spending time with his first grandson, Ayden and found humor in Shayne's constant dramatics.

Stephen was predeceased by his parents: Laurence C. Chinnock and Rose (Pifer) Chinnock; and his brother-in-law Adam Firsching. He is survived by his loving wife Anna Firsching Chinnock, of 44 wonderful years; his children: Catherine A. Chinnock, Stephen Chinnock Jr. and wife Cassie, Susan Yates and husband Nick and two grandchildren: Ayden and Shayne Yates. He is also survived by his brother Larry Chinnock; and his extended family: Veronika Sarcone, Hilda Silletto, Margaret Firsching-Soma, Elisabeth Mullin, and Diane Firsching.; and a host of loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held Thursday, July 19, 2018 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM at Anderson & Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main St. Toms River, NJ . The funeral service will take place 7:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Graveside prayers will follow Friday, 11:30 AM at Restland Memorial Park, East Hanover, NJ. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations in Stephen's name to Open Door Pregnancy Center, 533 Lakehurst Road, Toms River, NJ 08755.