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Anne (Annie) Heller was born July 23, 1924 in New York City. She was raised during the Great Depression and met her best friend and husband of 77 years, Jerry, in 1941.They married on April 22, 1944 while he was in boot camp training for deployment as part of the D Day Invasion. While he served in the infantry in Europe, Annie worked in a factory in Long Island, manufacturing glider aircraft that were used for the war effort. After the war, she moved to Toms River, New Jersey, where she raised her family and worked side by side with her husband in Towne Fabrics, the family business. Her home was always open to friends who loved her cooking, her “cool factor” , and her knack for making them feel welcome. She never said no to a stray kitten, a lost puppy or a wayward friend. In her forties, Annie took up the game of tennis and played weekly, well into her eighties. She loved her family, playing tennis and traveling with her husband to beautiful beaches and mountains.
Annie was predeceased by her parents Jacob and Katherine Zwirko, her sister Mary (Mamie) and her beloved son Gregg.
Left behind to miss her and cherish her memories are her husband Jerry; four children, Laurie (DeeDee), Jill (David), Leslie (Anthony) and Paul (Barbara); six grandchildren, Jeseaca, Jeffrey, Michael, Daniel, Cole and Genevieve; and four great-grandchildren, Paetyn, Parker, Alex and Anastasia.
Per her wishes no formal services are planned. To honor her memory, take a walk, go bird watching, play tennis, make some meatballs or donate to The Nature Conservancy, ASPCA, American Civil Liberties Union or the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Rest in peace Mommy.
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Jeff Gelnaw
May 28, 2021, 9:25 pm
I love you grandma.
Bud Hendershot
May 28, 2021, 9:37 pm
“Per her wishes no formal services are planned. To honor her memory, take a walk, go bird watching, play tennis, make some meatballs or donate to The Nature Conservancy, ASPCA, American Civil Liberties Union or the Southern Poverty Law Center.”
The most awesome last wishes I have ever seen. Rest in peace, Mrs. Heller. No wonder Jill is so wonderful.
Cathleen Mohr
May 28, 2021, 10:33 pm
This amazing and beautiful woman will be missed. I am lucky to have been one of her strays!
Mike Gerrity
May 28, 2021, 11:06 pm
I am truly saddened to learn of this unfortunate news. It never comes at a good time. Mrs. Heller was obviously a good person who left her mark on this place in her time. Fortunately, she has left behind offspring who continue to honor her through their good works.
Ruth Murray and Tressie Jordan
May 28, 2021, 11:26 pm
Although I didn’t have the honor of meeting this wonderful lady, I would have loved to have known her. Her daughter Jill is married to my nephew David. I have heard them both speak of her with great love and respect. Her story has been one of a beautiful and interesting life.
Our sincerest condolences go to her sweet family. Though she has gone to rest, she lives on in the memories of those on whom her love was a blessing.
May all who loved her be comforted by their memories of a life well lived.
Kim Bost
May 29, 2021, 1:25 am
Jill you and your family have my and my family condolences. Cherish your memories and you will always feel her love. Keep the faith of a mustard seed and we will keep you and yours in our prayers.
Mariellen Smith and Jim Wyckoff
May 29, 2021, 11:54 am
Blessings and peace to all. Our condolences for your loss. We’re donating to our local animal shelter, AWESOME, in her memory. Mariellen and Jim
Jacqueline Licata
May 29, 2021, 8:37 pm
I’m so sorry for your kids Jill. I lost my Mother 2 years ago and I still want to to call her and gossip. My heart aches for you.
Toby Jill Galinkin
May 30, 2021, 5:59 pm
Many cherished memories of my younger days include the entire Heller clan. My thoughts are with you.
Cookie and Bill Thompson
May 31, 2021, 9:27 pm
Bill and I will miss her.
Cookie
Koren Cristman
June 1, 2021, 3:44 am
Your Mom was definitely the “coolest”. Still remember her rocking her green (?) Jaguar on her way to the TRCC to play tennis! She definitely rocked!