Kathleen Ayres

Kathleen Ayres obituary, Manchester, NJ

Kathleen Ayres

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Jul

17

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12:00 p.m.

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1 Honey Locust Dr, Lakewood, NJ 08701

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Kathleen Ayres Obituary

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Kathleen "Kathy" Ayres, 64, of Toms River, passed away on July 12, 2025 at home surrounded by loving friends. Born in Queens, New York, she resided in Staten Island before moving to Toms River 20 years ago. She worked for 15 years as a property manager for First Service Residential, New Jersey. Kathy loved gardening, going to the beach and enjoying a margarita. Above all, she loved animals especially her cats. She was a treasured daughter and a loyal friend with a great sense of humor. She is predeceased by her parents. Surviving are her cousins, Joann, Phil, Maria & James, as well as her dear friends Claire, Michele & Maria. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to All Fur One Pet Rescue, 1747 Hooper Ave Ste 11, Toms River, NJ 08753.
Visitation will be held Wednesday 4-8PM at Oliverie Funeral Home, 2925 Ridgeway Road, Manchester. Interment will immediately follow a Graveside service at 12:00PM at St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery, Lakewood.
Oliverie Funeral Home - Manchester

2925 Ridgeway Road, Manchester Township, NJ 08759

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Upcoming Events

Jul

17

Service

12:00 p.m.

St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery

1 Honey Locust Dr, Lakewood, NJ 08701

Send Flowers

Only 11 hours left for delivery to next service.