Obituary of Michael Josem

Michael S. Josem, 68, of Freehold Township passed away at his residence on Saturday, October 8, 2011. Michael was born in Bronx, NY and had lived in Maryland before settling in Freehold Township 28 years ago. He was employed by the Township of Freehold working in their maintenance department until retiring last July. Michael also continued working for the Township on a part time basis. He also volunteered at CentraState Medical Center. Surviving is his wife, Gladys Josem of Freehold Township; three daughters, Becky Hawkins of Herndon, VA, Tish Manzaplares of Port Ludlow, WA and Beth Velasco of Plant City, FL; a son, Scott Poris of Marlton, NJ; a brother, Donald Alexander of Atlanta, GA; seven grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, 100 Elton-Adelphia Road, (Route 524) Freehold Township, NJ 07728. on Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 2:00 PM with Rabbi Brooks Susman, officiating . Interment will follow at the convenience of the family. Kindly omit flowers. Donations in Michaels memory may be made to CentraState Healthcare Foundation, 916 Route 33, Suite 6, Freehold, NJ 07728. For information, directions or condolence messages to the family, visit www.clatyonfuneralhome.com