Emil R. Kurtyka, 90, of Toms River, NJ passed away on March 26, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Elizabeth, NJ, Emil lived in Linden before moving to Toms River in 1958. He proudly served in the US Air Force during the Korean War. Emil was a Quality Assurance Specialist at Fort Monmouth for many years before his retirement. He was a member of the American Legion Post 129 in Toms River. Emil enjoyed fishing, airplanes, sports, talking about his wife and kids and taking care of his family. He loved sharing his life experiences and had a knack for always making people laugh.
His son Robert Kurtyka predeceased him. Surviving are his beloved wife Claudia of 63 years; his son Tom Kurtyka and his wife Gina; his daughter Linda Kurtyka; and his grandchildren TJ and James.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 from 11 a.m. until the Funeral Service at 12:00 p.m. at Anderson and Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main St., Toms River. Burial will follow at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Toms River. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.andersonandcampbell.com
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