John W. Doerflein
John W. Doerflein
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John Doerflein Obituary
AGE: 69 • Leonardo
John W. Doerflein, 69, of Leonardo, NJ, died Thursday, July 7, 2011 at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank. He was born in Elizabeth, and lived in Leonardo for over 40 years. John worked as a Meat Cutter for Foodtown in Atlantic Highlands. He was a member of the Middletown Elks, Local 2179 and the Meat Cutters Union, Local 464A. John loved to hunt and fish and was a master wood carver.
Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Carol (nee Russo) Doerflein; his daughter - Denise, and her husband Jon Wicks of Atlanta, GA; his grandson - Nicholas Stepka; his brother - William, and his wife Deborah Doerflein of Atlantic Highlands; his 2 sisters - Gwen, and her husband Wayne Weingarth of Whiting, and Carole, and her husband Dan Petach of Adelphia, NJ; as well as his many loving nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends.
John was preceded in death by his son - John Doerflein, in 1988; and by his parents - John and Ann Doerflein.
Visitation will be held Monday, July 11, 2011 from 4 to 8 pm at John F. Pfleger Funeral Home, 115 Tindall Road, Middletown. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, July 12th at 8:30 am at the funeral home. A Funeral Liturgy will be offered Tuesday at 10 am at St. Agnes' RC Church, 103 Center Ave, Atlantic Highlands. Burial will follow at Fair View Cemetery, Middletown.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in John's name may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 788 Shrewsbury Ave., #203, Eatontown, NJ 07724. For more information, to send condolences or for directions, please visit www.pflegerfh.com.
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Cheryl Britten
July 14, 2011
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss.I was lucky to have shared some fun times with john at work.He was a special human being, always laughed and joked. My heart goes out to you carol.Let me know if theres anything you need. Im so sorry i didnt see you while i was there. if i had known sooner, i would have come.
Cheryl Bacigalupi
July 11, 2011
Denise, Carol and family:
I will always remember "dad" and his warm smile and laughter. I remember Pink Floyd cranking on the stereo Saturday afternoons when I came to visit and thinking - 'Wow, her parents are young! And they like the same music as me!'
John is a great father and a great artist. His creations will live on. I know you will miss him greatly. Hope you can take some comfort in knowing that now you have another guardian angel to watch over you.
Always,
Cheryl
Jeannine Clark
July 10, 2011
Denise, Carol and family- We are so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories growing up and "dad" being a part of my life. Whether camping, or just hanging at home, he always had that great smile and wonderful sense of humor. We send you our deepest condolences and pray that your own beautiful memories help you during this very difficult time.
Love, Jeannine and Family
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DAWN VERELLO
July 9, 2011
UNCLE JOHNNY...I WILL ALWAYS TREASURE YOUR CARVING I HAVE HAD FOR YEARS.IT SITS ON MY MANNTLE AND WILL REMIND ME OF YOU EVERYDAY.THANKS FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE FOR ME AND FOR ALL THE FUN TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER.YOU LAUGHTER AND SENSE OF HUMOR WILL LIVE ON FOREVER.I WILL SO MISS YOU MY FRIEND.SAY HI TO LIL JOHN,NAN AND GRAMPA FOR US ALL AND TELL THEM ALL WE LOVE THEM.I HOPE YOU FINALLY GET THAT BIG BUCK IN THE SKY.LUVS YA
Patty Farrell
July 9, 2011
Dear Billy, I am so so to hear about the loss of your brother, i had just got to know you, and what a wondferful person you are, and i am sending you a big hug,my thought's and prayers are with you and Debbie .
Tim and Lori Hall
July 9, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
the family out to dinner
Carolyn Fucetola
July 9, 2011
Carole Petach
July 9, 2011
My wonderful brother ALWAYS, always made me laugh; I will cherish each time we laughed, hugged, went to dinner. I am so thrilled to have your dragon sculpture...although I will miss you terribly, I am thrilled that you are ~~Love you forever, John. oxoxox big hugs and kisses, Carole
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