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William D. Wardell “Billy” 53, passed away on December 31, 2025 at Riverview Hospital in Red Bank, NJ after a battle with cancer.
Billy was born on August 6, 1972 in Red Bank, NJ. Billy graduated from Manalapan High School in 1991.
In 1991, he met Alissa Tito. They dated for a couple years and parted ways for over 30 years. Their paths crossed again and they were reunited for the last 6 years.
William was predeceased by his parents William Wardell and Joann Anderson.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 16, 2025 at 10:30am at St. James Roman Catholic Church, 94 Broad Street, Red Bank, NJ. Interment to follow at Fair View Cemetery, 456 NJ-35 Middletown, NJ 07701.
Services are entrusted to Jersey Shore Cremation Service, 43 Taylor Avenue, Manasquan, NJ - JerseyShoreCremation.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
43 Taylor Avenue (Hwy. 71), Manasquan, NJ 08736

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