Edward J. Lennon III

| 30 May 2019 | 03:36

    Edward J. Lennon III of Berkeley Township, New Jersey, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at home. He was 67.
    He was born in Manhattan, N.Y., and grew up in Teaneck, N.J., and was a longtime resident of Warwick, N.Y., before moving to Berkeley Township one and a half years ago.
    Edward was a salesman with Kuiken Brothers in Garfield, N.J., for many years before his recent retirement. He was admired by his colleagues for his strong work ethic and his integrity.
    Ed was an active member of the Warwick Church of the Nazarene, where he served as a steward and was part of the Drama Ministry.
    Upon moving to Toms River, Ed and his wife became members of the Toms River First Church of the Nazarene. He was a beloved member of his church family.
    Ed's strong faith and love for his family were the two most important things in his life.
    He was predeceased by his parents Edward J. Lennon Jr. and Josephine (Guesneau) Lennon.
    He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Kathleen (Lynch) Lennon; his twin sons Edward J. Lennon IV and Patrick John Lennon, both of Warwick, N.Y.; his daughters Kerry Murphy and her husband Edward of Cherry Hill, N.J., and Amara D'Aquanni and her husband Michael of Mendham, N.J., one brother Daniel of Teaneck, N.J., and four grandchildren: Sean, Josie, Ella and Zara, who were the light of his life.
    The family received relatives and friends on May 30 at The Timothy E. Ryan Home for Funerals in Toms River, N.J.
    A funeral service was offered on May 31 at the Toms River First Church of the Nazarene.
    Burial followed to Ocean County Memorial Park in Toms River.
    In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Compassion International. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.ryanfuneralhome.com.