Claire M. ( Zimmer) Olohan, 90, of Toms River, NJ passed away on Tuesday November 5, 2019. Born in Jersey City, she lived in Newark, NJ for many years before moving to Toms River 17 years ago. She had worked for many years for the Newark Board of Education.
Claire was predeceased by her husband Robert E. Olohan and her son Robert M. Olohan Sr., and sister Marjorie Viggiani. Survived by brother Bill Zimmer (Fran). She is survived by two sons Richard and Catherine Olohan of North Arlington and William and Catherine Olohan of Iselin; a daughter Eileen and Frank Geraci of Plymouth Lake; 8 grandchildren - Maureen (Sal), Tara (Joey), Bobby (Laura), Richard (Katie), Timothy, Patrick (Michelle), Caitlin (John) and Michael; 6 great-grandchildren - Joseph, Jake, Richie, James, Bobby and Violet. Along with her many grand-doggies.
A one of a kind Mom, Sister, Aunt, Grandma, Great Grandma and loyal friend. She was a lover of the ocean and the beach and enjoyed family vacations there for many many years with her husband Bob and her children. She cherished life, her family, laughter, music and all animals. She would rather be in the middle of a big family party or enjoying family visits at home and playing games with the kids than anywhere else. Her smile could light up any room. She told it like it is and her sassy comebacks and honesty were a big part of what we all loved about her. If you needed advice, she'd listen for hours. She will be missed more than words can ever say. Life was better just because she was in it. As her favorite Sinatra said - she did it her way! For sure. Heaven has gained a ray of sunshine.
Visiting hours are Monday November 11, 2019 from 4 to 8 pm at Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home 26 Mule Road Toms River, NJ 08755. A funeral service will take place at the funeral home on Tuesday at 9:30 am. Burial will be at the NJ Veterans Cemetery in Wrightstown. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.quinn-hoppingfh.com. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Claire’s memory to the American Cancer Society.
"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind." ~ Dr. Seuss
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