Anna Muzyka Toms River, New Jersey Obituary

Anna Muzyka

<p> Anna Gavor-Muzyka, 98, of Naples, FL, formerly of Carteret and Ortley Beach, NJ, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022. Anna was born and raised in Carteret and was a Communicant of St. Demetrius Ukranian Cathedral. In 1941, she married the love of her life, Michael Muzyka. They lived happily on Lincoln Avenue in Carteret. </p><p>During World War II, Anna worked as a welder and then a “Rosie the Rivetter” assembling airplane wings at General Motors in Linden. </p><p> After Michael returned from the Army, they operated Muzyka’s Grocery and Butcher Store until 1983. They happily retired to Ortley Beach and lived in the house they built together. After Michael passed away in 2011 their home was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy. Anna then relocated to Naples, FL and lived with her daughter and son-in-law. Anna truly enjoyed her final years in Naples and time spent with her many friends.</p><p> She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 70 years, Michael Muzyka, and siblings; Helen Goodreds, Sophie McClosky, Jacob Gavor, and Thomas Gavor.</p><p> She is survived by her beloved daughter, Arlene and her husband Tom; beloved son, Michael Muzyka and his wife Lynn; grandchildren, Jason Barone, Austin Barone, Tom Taylor, Steven Taylor, Kathleen Butler, Joe Wagner Louis Muzyka, John Colucci, and Angela; 10 great-grandchildren, many great, great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews, and her best friend was Malenka, her little dog.</p><p>Visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 1, from 4 - 8 pm at Kedz Funeral Home, 1123 Hooper Ave., Toms River. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated 10:00 am Friday at St. Demitrius Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral 645 Roosevelt Ave., Carteret. </p><p><br></p>
February 20, 1924 - November 19, 202202/20/192411/19/2022
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Linda Gavor
December 2, 2022
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Linda Gavor
December 2, 2022
Dear Aunt Annie,
It was such a joy having you here in Naples. Your Memory is a keepsake from which I’ll never part.
The bond we shared is very special. You were my confidant, friend, and guide who stood by me whenever I needed you.
I thought of you today, but that is ... Continue Reading
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Nadja
November 30, 2022
Arlene, Michael, Lynn and family. My sincere condolences on your mom's passing. She was a very special lady and will be remembered fondly.
Memory Eternal!
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Marc Hecht
November 30, 2022
Dear Muzyka Family,

Please accept our condolences for Anna, She will be in our hearts as well as in our prayers.
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Mary Buckingham
November 29, 2022
Mike and Lynn,
So sorry for your loss. I know that your Mom was very dear to you and you will miss
her. May she rest in peace. Memory Eternal ! Mary Buckingham (St. Johns)
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Funeral Home Owner
November 28, 2022
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Michael p Gulachok
November 26, 2022
MIKE, LYNN AND FAMILY, OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS ON ANNA'S PASSING. NATALIYA AND MIKE GULACHOK
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Stephan Wasylko
November 26, 2022
Dear Michael and Lynn,

We are so sorry for your loss and extend our condolences and deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. We are fortunate to have met this "New Jersey Girl" and know that she leaves a huge void in your lives to be filled with beautiful memori... Continue Reading
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Natalie Corwin
November 26, 2022
Sorry for your loss may her memory be eternal.
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