Born in Perth Amboy, Eleanor grew up, married and raised her family in Clifton, NJ; moving to Manahawkin in 1968. She had a lifelong love of the ocean, lighthouses, birding and gardening.
She leaves behind her devoted husband of 61 years, Richard, her four children and seven grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to The Friends of Forsythe, NWR. Checks can be mailed to The Friends of Forsythe, NWR PO Box 355 Oceanville, NJ 08231
Arrangements under the direction of Thos. L. Shinn Funeral Home, Manahawkin, NJ.