Jeffrey J. Colgan Clark, New Jersey Obituary

Jeffrey J. Colgan

<p>Jeffrey J. Colgan, age 67, of Woodbridge passed away peacefully on Thursday January 7, 2021 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.</p> <p>Born in Perth Amboy, to John R. and Louise J. Colgan, he was raised in Iselin and has resided within Woodbridge Township most of his life.&nbsp; Mr. Colgan worked as a Supervisor for Sims Metal Management&nbsp;of Jersey City. He was a workaholic, a huge Dallas Cowboys fan, he loved to&nbsp;workout, but most of all he was a family man. He greatly cherished all of his family and especially treasured his grandchildren.&nbsp;</p> <p>Mr. Colgan is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Linda (nee&nbsp;Ference); three daughters, Melissa Wilson (Jarrold), Kristina Woods (Jimmy), and Alicia Colgan; one stepson John&nbsp;Springsteel&nbsp;(Gladys); one brother Robert Colgan (Lynn); one sister Bonnie Trask (Ron); seven grandchildren, Jazmine Wilson, Dylan and Tyler Woods, Silas and Jeffrey Rivera, John and Stephen&nbsp;Springsteel.&nbsp;He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.</p> <p>He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, the late Thomas Colgan.</p> <p>Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend the Visitation on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, from 4-8 pm, at the Krowicki Gorny Memorial Home, 211 Westfield Ave., Clark, NJ 07066. Cremation Services are Private. Interment, St. Gertrude Cemetery is Private.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, kindly consider donations, in his name, to the Haven Hospice, 65 James Street Edison, NJ 08818 or the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.</p>
September 23, 1953 - January 7, 202109/23/195301/07/2021
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John, Gladys, Danny, Johnny and Stephen
January 13, 2021
Pop-Pop Jeff.... we will miss you so much.
We love you very much and we'll see each other again!
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Judith A Leidner
January 13, 2021
My Heartfelt condolences to the family. I've know Jeff since we were kids and he was always a kindhearted person. May you rest in peace my friend.

Judy Donnelly Leidner
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Karrie, Alexa, and families
January 12, 2021
For the joy you gave and the memories you left behind - our deepest sympathy
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Lynn Kearns
January 12, 2021
Peaceful up in Heaven, we know that's where you are. For now the sky so vast so wide has gained another star. God has called you home to him and there is where you'll stay. Now that all your trials are over and your suffering's gone away. We cry the tears from missing yo... Continue Reading
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Lynn and Wyatt Kearns and Scott Thompson
January 12, 2021
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal
(Irish Proverb)
May this tree planted in Jeff's honor serve as a forever remembrance of how much we love and miss him.
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Rick Parker
January 12, 2021
Our deepest condolences go out to the entire family.  We hope you can cherish the memories that made Jeff such a wonderful man. 
Connie and Rick Parker
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John ball
January 12, 2021
Jeff you were one of the best even though we hadn't talked in awhile. I knew if I needed your help with something you would be there no doubt. Just like in HS when Big Gary pulled a knife on me. You were a great wrestling, work,X brother-in-law, college,Fridays,and almo... Continue Reading
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Patty (Burns) Ball
January 11, 2021
I have great memories of our younger years growing up Jeff in Iselin. You, my brother Billy, myself, and your sister Bonnie! Looking back seems so long ago but I still remember the fun times and our trip to Philadelphia. May you rest in peace Jeff ❤  I send my deepest co... Continue Reading
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