Obituary of Donald Joseph "Quigs" Quigley

Donald Joseph “Quigs” Quigley, 74, of Manalapan, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at CentraState Medical Center in Freehold. Born in Dublin, Ireland, and raised in Hounslow, UK, Quigs spent several years living in Staten Island before settling in Manalapan about 40 years ago. He worked in logistics for United Marketing Systems and traveled extensively around the world, with a special fondness for London, Japan & Hong Kong.

An avid golfer, Quigs was a longtime member of Eagle Oaks Golf Club, where he achieved a couple of “hole in ones” and formed countless long lasting friendships. Those who knew him there will remember his favorite chair and his signature drink—a Black Bush and cigar in hand. He loved music, especially Eric Clapton, and took great joy in singing. A true history enthusiast, Quigs spent much of his spare time reading and learning.

A devoted Manchester United fan who was often found cheering on his favorite English football team. A proud Irishman, he celebrated his heritage – and St. Patrick’s Day in particular with great enthusiasm and joy.  Known affectionately as “Mr. Fix It,” he could repair nearly anything and approached every task with precision and care.

Quigs was also a co-founder of the Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide, offering support to families in need. SPTS was instrumental in the passage of legislation in New Jersey in 2006 requiring public educators to have a minimum of two hours of suicide prevention training every professional development period. Quigs was deeply committed to giving back and was honored with numerous awards for this community service.  In 2025 he received the William J. Cary Patriot Award, “All in, All the Time”. 2018 Making a Difference Award whose generosity of spirit has made New Jersey a better place. 2015 NJ State Senate and General Assembly Award for Service, Leadership & Commitment.  2009 Golden Bell Award from the Mental Health Association of New Jersey.

Above all, Quigs found his greatest happiness surrounded by family and friends, creating cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

He was predeceased by his son, Sean Michael Quigley; and parents, Frank Quigley and Betty Holloway. Quigs is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Roshan Quigley; sons, Frank Quigley and his wife, Marissa of Freehold and Matthew Quigley and his partner, Denise of Freehold; grandchildren, Layla Quigley, Mackenzie Quigley, Raegan Quigley, and Daniela Quigley; sister, Pauline Hayes and her husband, Phill; sisters-in-law, Karen Smout and her husband, Peter, Susan Newman and her husband, Terry, and Sarah Jeffrey and her husband, Paul; nieces and nephews, Peter, Corinne, James, Lisa, Robert, Emma, Andrew, Hazel, and Shelley; and many loving cousins.

Visitation will be held at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, 100 Elton-Adelphia Road (Route 524), Freehold Township on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his 10:00 AM Funeral Mass on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 91 Stillhouse Road, Millstone Township. For those that cannot attend in person, the Funeral Mass will be streamed on Vimeo at https://vimeo.com/event/106444, on the parish website at http://www.stjosephmillstone.org/live-stream on our Facebook Page (although it seems that Facebook and Vimeo are not working well together so it is best to use YouTube or Vimeo) www.facebook.com/stjosephchurchmillstone and on the Parish YouTube channel www.youtube.com/c/StJosephChurchMillstoneTwp, or via the Funeral Home website, HERE.  Interment will follow in St. Rose of Lima Catholic Cemetery, 299 Freehold-Englishtown Road, Freehold. Repass at Eagle Oaks Golf Club, Farmingdale to follow for all those who would like to celebrate Quigs life with a drink or two.   For those who desire, memorial donations may be made to the Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide, P.O. Box 284, Adelphia, NJ 07710 or by clicking this link: www.sptsusa.org

For information, directions, or to leave condolence messages to the family, please visit www.claytonfuneralhome.com