Patricia "Trish" (Connor) DePonti, 73, passed away peacefully after a long fought illness on August 4,2026 surrounded by love ones. Leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service to her family and community.
Born and raised in Fair Haven, New Jersey, Trish was the beloved daughter of the late James and Dorothy Connor. She was also predeceased by her brothers, James Connor and John Connor.
In 1982, Trish married the love of her life, Steven. Together they built a beautiful life and made their home in Red Bank, where they shared 43 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories. Trish’s greatest role was that of mother to Steven and Matt.
Trish devoted 34 years of public service as the Tax Collector for the Borough of Eatontown, retiring in 2017. She took great pride in serving the residents of her community with professionalism, integrity, and kindness. A lifelong supporter of her hometown, Trish was a dedicated Life Member and Past President of the Fair Haven Fire Company No. 1 Auxiliary, serving the organization faithfully for over 45 years. She was one of the Fair Haven Fire Company's biggest supporters, especially when it came to the softball team, and was proudly recognized as the team's "Fan of the Year" in 2008.
Above all else, Trish treasured her family. She found her greatest joy in being surrounded by those she loved and was immensely proud of her role as a wife, mother, and grandmother. Her warmth, generosity, and unwavering support will be remembered by all who knew her.
Trish is survived by her devoted husband, Steven DePonti; her loving sons, Steven and his wife, Krysta, and Matt and his wife, Stacie; and her cherished grandchildren, Sam, Denny, Delaney, and Presley, who brought endless joy to her life. She is also survived by her sister, Dolores Morrissey, and her brothers, Michael Connor and Timothy Connor, along with their families, extended family members, and dear friends. Trish's kindness, strength, and unwavering love for her family and community will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Her legacy will live on in the countless lives she touched through her service, friendship, and unconditional love.
Visitation will be held at the Thompson Memorial Home in Red Bank, NJ on Friday August 7th from 4-7 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony of Padua in Red Bank, NJ on Saturday August 8th at 11am. Interment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Middletown NJ. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent in Trish’s memory to the Fair Haven Fire Company Auxiliary at 645 River Rd. Fair Haven, NJ 07704.
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