Carol Ann "Ungaro" Gerdes

Carol Ann "Ungaro" Gerdes obituary, Toms River, NJ

Carol Ann "Ungaro" Gerdes

Carol Gerdes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals - Toms River at St. Catherine Blvd. on Jan. 8, 2026.
Carol Ann Gerdes (Ungaro) 77 of Toms River, formerly of Stuart, Florida died peacefully at home on January 7, 2026. Married to Michael Gerdes in 1968. Even though they parted ways, they created a beautiful family.

Carol's daughter, Michele Gerdes of Toms River and son, Michael Gerdes and his wife, Marie of Malverne, New York; 5 beautiful grandchildren, Breanna; Rose; Haley Theresa and Patrick, great grandchildren, Lucciani and Roan. Carol also leaves behind her faithful and well loved chihuahua, Cleopatra. Carol loved her family and did all she could to help them. She was the owner of several successful businesses. Carol crocheted, loved to go dancing with her friends, playing games and began running marathons in her 50's. Carol traveled to Italy in 2019, which was a lifelong dream. Carol always became active in the local community in which she lived. Carol led a full life and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

All Committal Services will be handled privately.

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Nancy Bruno

February 15, 2026

The world lost a lovely person when Carol left us. She was a dear friend and I miss her. We share many memories of dinners out, cards, games and honest conversations. She often helped me babysit my granddaughters and they enjoyed time with her too. Rest in peace sweet Carol.

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