In loving memory of

Joan Gebhardt Wierzbowski
September 25, 1951 - October 20, 2015

Joan E. (Gebhardt) Wierzbowski, age 64, of the Holiday City South Section of Berkeley Township died on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Community Medical Center, Toms River. Born in Irvington, she was a resident of Essex and Union counties for many years until settling in Holiday City South in 2008.

Joan was a bookkeeper for the State of New Jersey for many years. She later worked for Macy's at the Ocean County Mall until earlier this year.

She was predeceased by her parents, John and Joan Gebhardt, and a brother, John Gebhardt. She is survived by her children, Tami Gebhardt of Roselle Park and Eric Wierzbowski of Toms River; her sisters, Linda Konegen of Venice, FL, Karen Cunningham of Aberdeen, NJ, and Maureen Gebhardt and her husband Len Goldberg of Sarasota, FL; and her brother, Ken Gebhardt and his wife Diana of Orlando, FL; her sister-in-law, Marsha Gebhardt; and her many nieces and nephews.

Cremation was private and entrusted to Horizon Funeral and Cremation Services, 1329 Route 37 West, Toms River. A memorial service and celebration of Joan's life will be held on Friday, October 23, 2015 from 6-9pm at the funeral home.

Tributes

Ida B. Williams wrote on Nov 24, 2015:

"To the family I am sorry to hear today of the passing of Joannie. My prayers are with you all. "

Louie Baldwin St. Aug, FL wrote on Oct 23, 2015:

"To the Gebhardt Family, So sorry to hear of Joanie's passing, my prayers are with her and all of her family. "

Monika wrote on Oct 23, 2015:

"Thank you for being there you will always be in my heart"

Joe Torre wrote on Oct 22, 2015:

"It was great Knowing you and I remember all the Fun we had in Irvington, especially The Bowling Alley....you will be missed RIP "

Laurel wrote on Oct 22, 2015:

"Joannie, may you find peace wrapped in the loving arms of your heavenly father. Love you and love and prayers to your family. No bowling past midnight!"

Laura Pearce wrote on Oct 21, 2015:

"You were always a special friend to me, almost like a mom.We started Macy's together, and always friends since. I will miss you terribly. My sympathies to the family who are all such wonderful people. "

Doreen presler wojcik wrote on Oct 21, 2015:

"you will be missed & forever in my heart , i felt very blessed to have you has a friend , love you always , my heart & prayer's are with your family! "

Janette wrote on Oct 21, 2015:

"You will missed, we shared many memories, I will always remember the good times at Daniel's in the poconos"

Diana Gebhardt wrote on Oct 21, 2015:

"Her laughter, her love of family and friends and her doggys are what made her so special. And don't forget Bingo and crossword puzzles too. I love you and miss you"

Joanne Passerini wrote on Oct 21, 2015:

"Joanne Passerini Rest in peace friend. When I hear the skies roar with thunder I will be safe knowing that it's only you bowling. God Bless"

Gail Fairchild wrote on Oct 20, 2015:

"May you rest in eternal peace my dear friend. Our vacations will continue because you will always be with us in our thoughts. Friends forever. "

Janet wrote on Oct 20, 2015:

"Life without friends is like the sky without the sun. Our trips, joys, laughs, and shared secrets will always warm my heart. The Sisterhood of the Traveling Shirt is torn but I know that my friend is now an angel. I will miss you forever. "