Obituary of James Patrick Morbit

James Patrick Morbit James P. Morbit 65, of Toms River, NJ and Homestead, FL passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on June 3, 2024 after a brave and courageous battle with ALS. Jimmy is survived by his devoted and loving wife Kathryn (ZurHeide) Morbit and loving brother Richard J. Morbit. He was predeceased by his parents Patrick J. and Janet K. Morbit. He is also survived by loving cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in- law, nieces, nephews and numerous cherished friends, as well as his caregiver and friend Barbara Austin. He will be missed by all who knew him. Born in New Brunswick, NJ on January 16, 1959, Jimmy grew up in Piscataway, NJ. He moved to Toms River, NJ in 2012. Jimmy’s career with Dunkin Donuts spanned over 49 years. He began at the Somerset location and rose through the ranks. He continued at the corporate level assuming various positions until he ventured on to store ownership. Jimmy was happiest when he was fixing, tinkering, or remodeling. He was an avid car guy, having designed, restored, remodeled, and built 6 custom street rods, often winning prestigious awards. He hosted car shows in the parking lot of his Somerset store. Jim enjoyed movies, fishing, dining out with friends, and traveling with his wife to car shows or to their home in Florida. Jimmy will be remembered for being an extremely kind, caring, and generous person. He was always ready to help family, friends, or even complete strangers with no expectation of reciprocation. He had a sharp, dry sense of humor. He was a fiercely stubborn and determined individual who always did things the “Jimmy” way. Relatives and friends will be participating in the ALS Walk at Long Branch, NJ on 9- 14-2024. If you would like to participate, go to https//als-ny.org/get- involved/events/walk-ALS/ Look for Jersey Shore to register on the existing Jimmy’s Team. If Interested, donations can be made in memory of Jim to the ALS Society. A Memorial/Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held at a future date. “See you ‘round like a donut!”