Thomas Rohrer Obituary
Thomas Rohrer, 85 of Little Egg Harbor, NJ passed away on Tuesday February 3, 2026. Thomas was born and raised in Vineland, NJ and spent time living in Lakewood, NJ, New Mexico and Panama City, FL before moving to Little Egg Harbor in 2022. Thomas worked as an Art Teacher for the Lakewood School District and was a member of the Hope Presbyterian Church in Lakewood. He was a past member of the Elks Lodge in Panama City, and he was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan. He enjoyed running, hiking, gardening and creating art.
Thomas was predeceased by his parents William and Charlotte Rohrer, his first wife Marilyn Rohrer and his stepson Gregory Zisko.
He is survived by his loving wife Barbara of 31 years, daughter Bethany Rohrer of Mannington, NJ, son Christopher Rohrer of Brick, NJ, brother William H. Rohrer III, sisters Nancy Brown and Julie Morris, grandchildren Amanda, Tim and Daniel, great-grandson Brandon and his stepchildren Allison Zisko, Wayne Zisko, Glen Zisko and Robyn Watrous.
Cremation will be private and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at Hope Presbyterian Church. Please check back for details.
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160 Mathistown Rd, Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087
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