Little Silver resident Joseph F. Hegner died on Sunday, July 18, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center.
Born and raised in Arlington, NJ, Joe attended St. Benedicts Preparatory School and went on to graduate from Rutgers University. After serving in the U.S. Army, he began his career at United Airlines.
Loving both the airline industry and traveling, he remained with United for the next 45 years, which included executing all travel arrangements for the New York Giants.
Joe is survived by: his wife of 50 years, Maryleigh Hegner; his son, Andrew (Rachel); two daughters, Allison and Lauren (Alex); and his beloved grandchildren, Wyatt, Amelia, Reese and Abigail.
A celebration of Joe’s life will be held at Thompson Memorial Home, ed Bank, on Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m., with a prayer service at 5:30. Funeral services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Joe’s name to Children International, 200 East Red Bridge Rd, P.O. Box 219055, Kansas City, MO 64121 or a charity of your choice.
— Edited obituary provided by family to Thompson Memorial Home
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