Obituary of Robert Alfred Herlihy

Robert Herlihy, 68, of Whiting NJ, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 3,2024 at Community Medical Center, in Tom’s River NJ. He was born in Yonkers, NY, the eldest of eight children of Robert and Patricia (Grady) Herlihy who both predeceased him. His wife Susan, to whom he was very dedicated also predeceased him. He was a faithful friend of Bill W. for over 40 years and loved helping others. 

Robert is survived by his seven siblings Mary (Charles-Moire, Sean, Liam and Michala) Tivenan, Jean (Dan, deceased) Ippich, John (Ann-John Jr., Brian) Herlihy, William (Terri-Annyssa, Briana <deceased>, Cienna) Herlihy, James Herlihy, Patricia (Harry, deceased) Powers and Michael (Gleny-Michael & Matthew) Herlihy. Family was very important to Big Uncle Bobby.

A Memorial Gathering will be held on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 11:30-12:30 at Freeman Funeral Home,47 East Main Street, Freehold NJ 07728, followed by a memorial service at 12:30 pm. Interment of cremains will follow at Old Tennent Cemetery, in Manalapan. For directions or to leave a message of condolence, please visit our website, www.freemanfuneralhomes.com.