Walter O. Vera, 52, of New Jersey passed away, Friday, January 22nd, 2021 in Toms River, New Jersey. He was born in Guayaquil, Ecuador and raised in Brooklyn, New York. Walter joined the United States Navy in 1990 and served in Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield during the Gulf War. He married the love of his life, Miryam R. Vera, on May 4th, 1991. After the Navy, Walter pursued a career in Chemical Waste Management as a Field Chemist and advanced to Project Manager. Walter enjoyed karaoke, handball and dancing. He was a member of the American Legion post 166 and the MAX Challenge gym. He is survived by his loving wife Miryam and children; Mauricio, Jennifer and Kelly.
A viewing will be held on Saturday, February 6th, 2021 from 1-3 PM & 4-6 PM at the Quinn-Hopping Funeral Home, 26 Mule Rd. Toms River. Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 8th, 2021 10:30 AM at the funeral home with interment to follow to the William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Wrightstown, NJ.