Obituary of Bernard ‘Bernie’ J. Gatyas

Bernard ‘Bernie’ J. Gatyas, 68 of Jackson , passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 . Bernie was employed by Exxon Corporation as a truck driver for 35 years and was a member of the 1 million mile safe driving club. He loved antique cars and was a member of the Antique Auto Club of Hershey, PA. He was a true handyman and could always be found working on a project in his new garage. Bernie was a devoted husband and father who loved spending time with his grandsons. Born in Perth Amboy , he grew up in Fords. He lived in Monroe before moving to Jackson in 2002. He was predeceased by his father James John Gatyas, his mother, Margaret Palinowski Gatyas and brother Tommy Gatyas He is survived by: His wife of 43 years, Jeannette Sabo Gatyas Two daughters: Nadine Rice and her husband Scott of Toms River Janell Gatyas and Enrique Pabey of Jackson Two grandsons: Jordan Pabey and Jake Rice Brother: John Gatyas of Virginia Sister in law: Joan Sabo and Artie Nieces: Justine Broehl and Renee Cece Nephews: Petey and Steven Broehl and Tommy, Jay and Michael Gatyas. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 6th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm at the Kedz Funeral Home, 1123 Hooper Ave. , Toms River . A funeral service will be offered on Monday, December 7th at 11:00 am at the funeral home followed by entombment at the Ocean County Memorial Park , Toms River . Condolences may be sent by visiting www.kedzfuneralhome.com.