James Horah

James Horah obituary, Asbury Park, NJ

James Horah

James Horah Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 13, 2025.
James "Jimmy" C. Horah passed away on February 7, 2025, in Asbury Park, New Jersey at the age of 78. He was born on July 24, 1946, in the Township of Neptune, New Jersey. Jimmy retired from TJX Co. Eatontown, NJ. In a note received from a coworker, he was described as being someone who brighten everyone's day with his wonderful sense of humor and genuine warmth.

Jimmy was an avid New York Yankees fan and enjoyed photography.

He served his country as a member of the US Army and fellowshipped with the Monmouth Lodge #122 I.B.P.O.E of Asbury Park.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley Horah; his stepdaughter, Keisha Wilkerson; and his parents, Estelle C. Green and Charles Edward Horah. He also mourned the loss of his cousins Ruby Meacham and Barbara Barksdale.

He is lovingly remembered by his stepdaughters, Elissa Robinson and Zippora Davis of Savannah, Georgia. His memory is also cherished by his cousins Deborah Russell and Brenda Ramseur of Frederick, Maryland, Esther Booker and husband Bruce, Carrie Jeannot and husband Hercule of Asbury Park, along with 17 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild and host of extended family and friends.

A Celebration of life will be planned for a future date for family and friends. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.

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February 14, 2025

Melissa barksdale posted to the memorial.

February 14, 2025

Linda Whitaker posted to the memorial.

February 13, 2025

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Melissa barksdale

February 14, 2025

Rest in peace Cuzo.. I remember going to visit my aunt patty and we go drunk.. you and Tony really showed me a good time... rest in heaven kiss my mom and auntie for me.....

Linda Whitaker

February 14, 2025

Rest in peace Bro.Horah your job is done. Linda Whitaker-Daughter Frazier#142 Savannah,Georgia

Michawn Spaulding

February 13, 2025

I love and miss my pop pop he has been in my life 42yrs our birthdays were a day apart so we always partied together near or far there was not a holiday or birthday he did not call me and when I resided in nj he would always visit me and my children weekly. I will always remember my pop pop jimmy.

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