Patricia A. Groch, 79 of Lanoka Harbor passed away on Tuesday February 28, 2023 at

Complete Care at Bey Lea nursing facility in Toms River, NJ. Born and raised in Ewing, NJ, she moved to

Lanoka Harbor 25 years ago. She formerly owned and operated, with her lifetime partner, Truda

Schleifer, Contempo Press in Ewing, NJ.

Patricia was a loving partner, mother, grandmother and friend. She enjoyed going out to eat, playing

cards, trips to Atlantic City, and watching the New York Yankees.

Daughter of the late Helen Groch, partner of the late Truda Schleifer, mother of the late David Navarro.

Patricia is survived by her daughter-in-law Wendy Navarro, granddaughter Nicole Companion and

husband Anthony, grandson Christopher Navarro and wife Megan, great-grandson Anthony Companion,

as well as her devoted friend and roommate of many years Alice Bell, and many other loving friends.

Memorial gathering will be held on March 10, 2023 from 11am- 1pm at Ocean County Cremation 1252

Route 37 West Toms River, NJ. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Repass to follow. In lieu of

flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.