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Thomas Richard Jeffas

July 25, 1935 - October 1, 2021
Visitation
Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, "A Life Celebration Home"
38 State Highway 31
Flemington, NJ 08822
908-782-3311 | Map
Thursday 10/14, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

PLEASE NOTE TIME AND DATE CHANGE DUE TO A FAMILY ISSUE

Cemetery
Holy Cross Cemetery of North Arlington
340 Ridge Road
North Arlington, NJ 07031
Friday 10/15, 1:00 pm - 1:15 pm

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Mass
St. Magdalen Church
105 Mine Street
Flemington, NJ 08822
Friday 10/15, 10:30 am - 11:00 am

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Thomas Richard Jeffas, age 86 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, died peacefully on Friday, October 1, 2021, at Chandler Hall Hospice, Newtown, PA, surrounded by his cherished family. Born on July 25, 1935, in Jersey City, NJ, he was the son of the late James and Estelle Jeffas. After Growing up in Jersey City, TomContinue Reading

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CATHERINE JOLLY left a message on October 11, 2021:
They say you never really see the height of a tree until it is cut down. Tom was a giant of a man. Generous with his time and his spirit. If you were family or friend, you knew he would always be there for you. Tom was one of a kind and a true example of what a caring and genuine person is. Our sincerest condolences to Donna and the entire family...Tom leaves a big hole in the hearts of all who knew him. Catherine and Bill Jolly
Meryl* left a message on October 11, 2021:
Gary, Jean and Family, Our thoughts and sincere condolences are with you. May your Father rest in eternal peace and May our Lord Jesus bless his soul and give you strength at this difficult time. With understanding sympathy, The Tanners Meryl, Josh and Irv
Toni Martin left a message on October 10, 2021:
My deepest condolences to Donna and the rest of the Jeffas’ family. Tom was a beautiful example of God’s love and service. May he Rest In Peace. ?
The Menihan Family left a message on October 9, 2021:
Our family was fortunate to be embraced by Tom Jeffas. We are so sorry to hear of his passing.
Vince Terranova left a message on October 6, 2021:
Very sorry to hear about Tom. It was an honor to have been able to get to know Tom over the past year at the Hope House. Tom and the family will always be in my prayers.
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Stacey Balcom left a message on October 6, 2021:
Our deepest condolances.
Marie Eck left a message on October 4, 2021:
My deepest sympathy to the family. May he rest in peace. I pray that you all will find peace in knowing he is with the Lord.
Michael Incantalupo left a message on October 3, 2021:
Dear Donna and family; I am deeply sorry and very heartbroken to hear the sad news of Tom. I will treasure the conversations we had and time we spent volunteering at the food pantry. Tom was truly a one of a kind person. He was the kindest, nicest, and one of the most honorable men I know. He left his mark in a positive way, on anyone that knew him. I was blessed to call him a friend and will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are sent to Donna and his family.
Pat and Jim sullivan left a message on October 3, 2021:
Dear Donna, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will always remember Tom’s smile, his sense of humor, generosity and caring spirit . With our deepest sympathy, Pat and Jim Sullivan
Alicia and Rafael Bustos left a message on October 3, 2021:
Dear Donna and Family: We are so heartbroken to hear of Tom's passing. We have many fond memories of Tom- from chatting with him as he walked his dog to meeting up with him in town. We greatly admired all he did to help others through his work at St. Magdalens Food Pantry - what a great job by a selfless man! We say goodbye to a dear friend and pray for his eternal rest - until we meet again. To his family, we send our love, prayers and sincere condolences. May all your memories of Tom bring you solace during this difficult time. All our love, Alicia and Rafael
Dinesh Dani left a message on October 3, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Thomas Rest In Peace. Dinesh and Mina Dani
Dinesh Dani left a message on October 3, 2021:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! May Tom Rest In Peace.
Bob & Mary Ann Traino left a message on October 3, 2021:
Donna, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Tom will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful neighbor and friend. We will always remember how Bob and Tom teased each other while they were taking their long walks.
Art and Catherine Wetstein left a message on October 3, 2021:
Those of us currently living in Flemington Fields, and those who come after us, will always owe a debt of gratitude to Tom for his selfless service to the community in its earliest years. He was always generous with time and advice, both to individual neighbors, and as a member of the homeowners' team working with the developers to ensure that the community was built and governed correctly. He has made a real difference in many lives here, and we are grateful.
Reka left a message on October 3, 2021:
Dear Donna, Marie and Family. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. This is such a huge loss and words can’t describe how sorry I am. Please know that I am thinking of you and praying that our Lord comforts you all during this time of grief. There are some who bring a light so great to the world, that even after they have gone the light remains. I will remember Tom/Richie, for his incredible service to this community through the St Vincent DePaul Food Pantry. and am certain his light will shine on. Love Reka
Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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