Sebastian Fotia

Sebastian (Ben) Fotia of Toms River, NJ, was ushered into the loving arms of his savior Jesus Christ early Tuesday, October 21st. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Ann(a), his daughters Frances (Rick) Bohacik and Angela (Bruce) Taylor, sons Douglas and Dennis, grandchildren Ashley Bohacik (Keith) Jennings, Rebekah Taylor (Justin) Brown, and Jenna Rae Bohacik, and great grandchildren Roan and Asher Brown. Loved by many, Ben was an avid New York Yankees fan, a long-time league bowler, and lover of pets and nature.

The family will welcome family and friends for viewings held at the Quinn Hopping Funeral Home, 26 Mule Road, Toms River, NJ, this Friday, October 24 from 5-7 p.m., followed by a celebration of his life at 7 p.m. and on Saturday, October 25 from 8-9 a.m., followed by a funeral mass at St. Pius X Church, 300 Lacey Road, Forked River, NJ, at 10 a.m. and interment at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Toms River, NJ. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, friends donate in Ben’s memory to the Derek Jeter charity 'Turn 2 Foundation,' motivating young people turn away from drugs and alcohol and towards a healthy lifestyle.