Matthew Zonkowski Sr. Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Matthew Zonkowski Sr. of Forked River, New Jersey. Matthew, born on August 24, 1975, passed away on October 4, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Matthew Zonkowski Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Matthew for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Matthew’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He is survived by: his wife Cassandra; his children, Matthew Jr. and Caroline Elizabeth; his parents, Thomas Zonkowski Sr. and Eilleen Zonkowski; and his brother Thomas Zonkowski Jr..
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Layton's Home For Funerals (250 Lacey Rd, Forked River, NJ 08731). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 at 9:30 AM at the Church of Saint Pius X (300 Lacey Rd, Forked River, NJ 08731). A burial will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the St. Stanislaus Kostka Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to an organization supporting suicide prevention, mental health awareness, or drug and alcohol addiction.
