Martin Dolly Obituary

(Home News Tribune)

MARTIN DOLLY
AGE: 72 FORKED RIVER
Martin Dolly, 72, born in Claire, Galway, Ireland on Oct. 11, 1936, died Tuesday evening (Dec. 9, 2008). Mr. Dolly was a longtime Woodbridge resident prior to moving to Forked River 13 years ago.
He was a former member of St. James Roman Catholic Church in Woodbridge, and most recently, St. Pius X Church in Forked River.
Mr. Dolly was employed by Elizabethtown Gas Co. for 38 years before retiring in 1995.
Mr. Dolly enjoyed watching his sons and grandsons play sports and spent many an hour at Barnegat Bay (the "Library" as his grandsons would say) and reading his newspapers.
Predeceased by a son, Brian, Mr. Dolly leaves behind his loving wife of 52 years, Bridget (Bridie); two sons, Martin of Forked River and Michael of Colonia, and three grandsons, Martin, Aidan and Liam of Lanoka Harbor.
Funeral services will be gin 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 13, from the Leon J. Gerity Funeral Home, 411 Amboy Ave., (Route 35) Woodbridge, followed by a 10 a.m. Funeral Mass at St. James Roman Catholic Church, Woodbridge. Interment will follow at St. James Cemetery. Visiting hours will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to "Tuition Angels" of St. James School, Greenville Street, Woodbridge.

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Published by Home News Tribune on Dec. 11, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Martin Dolly

9 Entries

Karen Dolly

December 14, 2008

Dear Bridie, Martin Christopher and Mike

There are no words. Wish I was closer. Thinking of you all. So sorry that you have to suffer the loss of someone you love so much. Lots of Love Karen

Karen Dolly

December 14, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

Joan,Sean,and Boys. Divilly

December 13, 2008

To Bridie,Martin,Mike,our sympathy on the Passing of Martin .I cherished the Time I spent in his company (Joan)

Buddy Ramaglia

December 12, 2008

With Deepest regret I write my sincere sympathy to the Dolly family and Martin's dear friends.

Bridie I was so happy to see you and Martin the other day and I cherished the conversation we shared. You and Martin have been shining examples of how good people face life's tough times to both Ronni and me.

Thank you for the love you have shared.

We love you back.

May he rest in peace and Brian greet him at heavens gate.

Ronni & Buddy

Karen Dolly

December 12, 2008

To Bridie, Martin Christopher, Mike and the boys. We are so sorry for you all on the unexpected passing of Uncle Martin. You are in our thoughts, Mind yourselves. Love David, Karen, Aaron and Emma Dolly

Pat Cleary

December 12, 2008

Bridie, Marin C and Mike we are so sorry for you at this sad time. We all loved Martin R.I.P. here in Ireland. We are very much with you in spirit at this time. Love Mary, Pat, Karen and Damien Meath,Ireland

Myra & Stanley Kurkowski

December 11, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
All our love,

Kerry, Mary & Bridie McDonald

December 11, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Donna & Chris Dolphin and Sons

December 11, 2008

We are so sorry. The street will never be the same without Martin in his chair in the garage, reading the paper & watching the kids. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

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