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1930

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2014

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Leo Zinkoski Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 23, 2014.

Leo Zinkoski, Jr., 83, of Old Bridge died at home Saturday, June 21, 2014 with his loving family by his side. Born in Scranton, PA he lived in Newark, NJ before moving to Old Bridge over 42 years ago.

Leo was a truck driver with Twin County Grocery in Edison for 38 years before retiring in 1995. He was a Proud US Marine Corp Veteran of the Korean War, a member of the Exclusive Fraternity of Honor "The Chosen Few" and a member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart. He was member of the 1st Marine Division, Sons of American Legion, American Legion and past commander and life member of the Old Bridge VFW Post #7508. After the Old Bridge post closed, he joined the Spotswood VFW Post #4589.

Leo is predeceased by his devoted wife of 59 years Patricia Ann (Feeney) Zinkoski (2013) and his cherished son Charles Ross Zinkoski (2013). He is survived by his loving children Patricia (and Al) Cerone of Toms River, Tammy (and Donald) Hart of Old Bridge, Bruce Leo Zinkoski of Toms River and Craig Robin (and Fern) Zinkoski of Jackson. Also surviving are 10 adored grandchildren and 9 dear great-grandchildren.

Friends and relatives are invited to attend Visitation Thursday, June 26, 2014 from 4-8 pm at Michael Hegarty Funeral Home 3377 Hwy 9 Old Bridge, NJ 08857. Funeral services will take place 10 am Friday, June 27, 2014 at the funeral home followed by burial at Forest Green Park Cemetery Marlboro, NJ. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be donated to your local wounded warrior project https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/. Online tributes may be posted to www.hegartyfuneralhome.com

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John Zinkoski Jr

June 29, 2014

Paul Stratton

I grew up with "Johnny" and the family. I just learned today of his passing. Truly a sad day. Even though I have lived in California for the last 38 years I still remember being at the house on Southwood Dr. with Johnny and the family. They treated me like I was one of their own. RIP.....you will be missed.

June 27, 2014

Sandy Shaver

Sarge
Thank you for all the great memories we have of you. The dinner parties, Wildwood, and especially the dances we shared. My fondest memory was the corsage you gave me when i accepted to be your date at a county dinner. You were always a true gentleman.
ONCE A MARINE...ALWAYS A MARINE!
We will miss you dearly Sarge.
Love,
Chris & Sandy Shaver

Posted by Sandy Shaver

June 26, 2014

Craig Zinkoski

For America! Believe in our Veterans and their sacrifices for all our future...
Thank You! RIP...

Posted by Craig Zinkoski

June 25, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time Peace WalterFischer

June 25, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Gail Florek

June 25, 2014

Jess Mercer

PopPop joined one hell of a party in Heaven..may he rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers are with his entire family <3

June 25, 2014

God bless Leo (sarge) our condolence to Leo's family and legion friends,
Rich and Bosh Rombalski

June 25, 2014

Mike Mercer

To all the relations and friends of Dear Leo, (AKA) Poppop. Semper Fi. Thank you for your service! Many would not enjoy the grace of our Earth without people like you in it.Your family is a sign of the greatness your shared. My heart weeps again today in joy,that our boy has another father in Heaven. God Blessed us forever with your being. RIP Poppop

June 24, 2014

Dorrie Novak

Leo was always one if the most gentleman there was existing on our earth. And he loved his wife dearly. He will be greatly missed. Heaven has gain a respectful and loving angel to keep watch over us and our troops

June 24, 2014

Edward Varsalona

The streets of Heaven are that much safer, another Marine has reported for duty..Semper Fi

June 24, 2014

On behalf of all Jackson Marines, Detachment 1369 membership we share the lost of our Sr. Vice's Father but above all the lost of a Brother Marine. We know he has taken his place guarding the gate and greeting all the new Veterans upon arrival. To all the family we say "Semper Fi" Always Faithful - God Bless you all - Richard A. Hyjack, Commandant

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June 23, 2014

Tammy Hart

I love you and miss you Dad.

June 23, 2014

victoria guzman

I love you poppop ??

June 23, 2014

victoria guzman

I love you poppop and I appreciate you in every way do glad I got to spend years of my life with you, you were always making us laugh in some type of way, you're hands down the strongest man I know and I will forever miss you. I love you so much sarge ???

June 23, 2014

Craig Zinkoski

Dad, You Finally gave it your all, Love and will miss you! Semper Fi! Your son, Sgt Craig

Posted by Craig Zinkoski

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