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Remembering 50-Year Fair Havenite Annette Allen with a Smile Back

“Annette was a selfless woman who could get along with anyone.” ~ her son, Brian Allen

I must have known her, he thought, oozing mom pride. “You may remember my mom,” he said. “She was a bigger lady with glasses always walking around town … When I show you pictures of her you will recognize her.”

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In Memoriam: Former Fair Havenite, Planning Board Member, Dwight Macock, 70

“Dwight’s greatest love was his family, who will always be thankful for his constant gentle guidance and support. He especially enjoyed sharing his love of reading, music and sports with his three grandsons, taking them on countless fun-seeking adventures, from mini-golf, arcades, and go-carting to music shows, barbecues, and boat rides … Dwight also enjoyed hiking, skiing, and biking, with many family vacations planned around exploring the outdoors. From rocky coastal paths in Maine, to horseback rides in Yosemite, to encountering bears in Alaska, he inspired and encouraged his family to travel and create memories that will be cherished forever.” ~ Dwight Macock’s family

Former longtime Fair Havenite and borough Planning Board member, Dwight Macock, more recently of Oceanport, passed away peacefully at home on May 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was 70.

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In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident Roger Thompson, 86

“Roger took pride in his three children and his four grandchildren and their accomplishments. Roger enjoyed living life to the fullest. He owned horses, loved fast cars and boats, appreciated a good cigar, enjoyed champagne, and he believed that you should cherish the time you have with family and friends.” ~ family of Roger Thompson

Longtime Sea Bright resident and owner of Thompson’s Hardware, Roger Renold Thompson, formerly of Miami, FL and Nutley, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his children, on the morning of Sunday, May 7. He was 86.

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In Memoriam: Fair Havenite, Artist, Bonnie McKee Tortora, 83

“Bonnie’s greatest assets were her always positive attitude, dedication to the personal growth of others, her smile, good humor and a true love of all creation, from the birds to the troubled souls she helped heal throughout her life. She will be missed by those who knew her. Her legacy resides in all those who have crossed her path.” ~ family of Bonnie McKee Tortora

Fair Havenite and artist Bonnie McKee Tortora passed away. She was 83.

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In Memoriam: Fair Havenite, RFH 2013 Grad, Brian Morgan Duddy Jr., 29

“He was a brilliant, sweet, sensitive boy who loved sailing, skiing, golf and spending time at our beach club.” ~ family of Brian Morgan Duddy Jr.

Fair Havenite Brian Morgan Duddy Jr. passed peacefully on Sunday, April 30, surrounded by his adoring mother, Kelley, and father, Brian. He was 29.

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