Joseph R. Thiessen

Joseph R. Thiessen obituary, Forked River, NJ

Joseph R. Thiessen

Joseph Thiessen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Riggs Funeral Home LLC - Forked River on Feb. 9, 2023.

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Joseph Thiessen of Forked River died on Tuesday, February 7, 2023 at home. Born in Hackensack, Joseph served in the Army prior to a long career as a Mainframe Computer Programmer. In his first "retirement," he worked as a black car driver for Perfect Limo. In his second retirement, he enjoyed travel to Cape May and North Carolina with family, playing cards and bocce, spending time with his dogs, and keeping up with his favorite television shows.
Joe is survived by his children, Laura and Carrie Thiessen, his sister, Karen Murphy, his former wife, Fran Thiessen, and his partner, Agnes Crooks.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 2:00-3:00 pm at Riggs Funeral Home, 130 North Route 9, Forked River. A repass will follow at Kristy's at 562 Rt. 9, Waretown, NJ.
In lieu of flowers, please support Caregiver Canines in Joseph's memory. This organization organizes visiting therapy dog services for seniors in south Jersey. https://caregivervolunteers.org/get-help/caregiver-canines/
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February 20, 2023

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February 13, 2023

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February 9, 2023

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James

February 20, 2023

I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Joseph. He was a wonderful person to have the opportunity to know as a friend. RIP Joe

Lyle Pirnie

February 13, 2023

Joe was the captain of the BHS football team I played on in 1963. He was a great captain, a good football player and a good guy. I'm very sad to learn of his passing. My condolences go out to his family.

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