Douglas Haigh Cundey

Douglas Haigh Cundey 61, of Bridgewater, NJ passed away August 28. Born March 12, 1961, to Albert Haigh Cundey and Katherine Broeker Cundey, Doug was raised in Essex Fells, NJ.

Doug attended The Pingry School from 7th - 10th grade, and attended The Loomis Chaffee School in Windsor, CT, from where he graduated in 1979. He received his bachelor's degree from Denison University in 1983, where he was an All American member of the men's varsity swim team for four years, and a record holder for the college in four events. Doug's love for the water stemmed from the summers the family spent in Mantoloking, NJ where he was a lifeguard at South Beach during high school and college. He continued his summers at the shore as an adult, and spent many years with his own children at South Beach - his favorite place.

Doug knew exactly what he wanted in a career when he was growing up - he wanted to follow in his father's footsteps and work on Wall Street. He began his career in the equity research department at Smith Barney and a few years later went to work at Wertheim Schroder as a stockbroker - his dream job. He spent the next 30 years combining two skills that he adored - picking stocks and forming relationships - the first 20 years as a stockbroker, and the last 10 years of his career at Citigroup and Gilford Securities as an asset manager.

Doug was 'wired happy,' as his brother David always said, and that was apparent to everyone who encountered him. His outlook and mood were positive no matter what was going on in his life, and he nurtured long lasting friendships from every phase of his life. He loved competition and was a gifted athlete in many sports during his adult life including golf, tennis, and paddle tennis. He was also an avid runner and a triathlete who participated in many races over the years.

Doug was an incredibly loyal friend with a huge heart who had many passions, but from the minute he became a father, nothing was as important to him as his children - Alison and Nick. Whether it was coaching them in the many activities they shared a love for, attending every single game, meet, or match they ever participated in, having long conversations with them about life, or simply spending time with them, there was never any question about the deep love, pride, devotion, and enjoyment he had for his children. When either child walked into the room, his expression would change instantly and he would light up with joy as he called out 'Peaaaa-nut!' for Alison, and 'Buddy boooy!' for Nick.

Doug was predeceased by his brother Jeff Cundey in 2018. He is survived by his parents, Haigh and Kie Cundey of Summit, NJ and North Palm Beach, FL; his daughter Alison Cundey of Boston, MA; his son Nicholas Cundey of Bethlehem, PA; his sister Kassie Means of Greenwich, CT; his brother David Cundey (Mary Ellen) of Summit, NJ and Mantoloking, NJ; his former wife Heather Cundey (John Bartlett) of Bernardsville, NJ; and his nieces and nephews: Trip, Katie, and Julia Means; Pilar, Charlotte, and Miles Cundey.

A celebration of Doug's life will be held Saturday, September 24 at noon, at the Bay Head Yacht Club, 111 Metcalfe St., Bay Head, NJ.