Obituary of Justin William Edward Mercer

Justin William Edward Mercer, 25, of Toms River, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2016 in Howell Township. Born in Freehold Township, he lived in Lakewood prior to moving to Toms River 11 years ago. Mr. Mercer was a diesel mechanic for Jay’s Bus Service, Lakewood, for the past three months. Prior to that, he was employed at BJ’s Wholesale Club, Toms River. He was predeceased by his father, Kenneth E. Mercer, in 2004. Justin was an aspiring rapper and Hip-Hop artist; and was about to introduce his clothing line, “G.S.M.”. Surviving are his mother, Deborah F. Doyle Mercer, Toms River; his brother, Jamie Doyle, Toms River; his sister, Jessica Mercer, Brick; his grandfather, Eddie Mercer, Freehold; his niece, Jayonna Doyle, Toms River; and his girlfriend, Christina Pisciottano, Toms River. Visitation will be held at the Higgins Memorial Home, 20 Center Street, Freehold, on Friday, November 4, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m. Cremation will be private.