It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Terrence Dowling. Terry passed away peacefully in the presence of his loving family on April 9, 2022. He was born in New York City on April 29, 1951 and moved to Ocean Grove at an early age.  In 1962, his family moved to Long Branch. Terry married Beverly DiMaio on April 11, 1976 and they resided in Long Branch for over 46 years. Terry had a fulfilling career with the Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union 9 until his retirement. Terry was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend. His devotion to family and friends was selfless. You could always count on Terry for his steadfastness, quiet humility, and undying loyalty. His death is a loss for anyone whom his gentle hand touched. Predeceased by loving parents, Myra and Thomas Sperling; his beloved nannie, Annie Gilbey; his mother-in-law, Vincenza DiMaio; father-in-law; Vincenzo DiMaio; his sister-in-law Kathleen Dowling, and dear friend Kevin Hoy.

Surviving is his lifetime best friend and loving, devoted wife of 45 years, Beverly; his brother Michael Dowling; his sister, Myra Bruno (Paul); his sister, Susan Benevenia (Michael); his brother-in-law, Al DiMaio (Palma); nephews, Vincent DiMaio, Michael Dowling, Christian Dowling (Emily), Jon Benevenia (Beth); nieces, Dani Fiore (Erica), and Amanda Benevenia (Cliff). Terry had a special affection for his dear friends, Lester, Tommy, Mike, Jimmy, Karen, Dottie, Anne, and Jack with whom a good laugh was always shared. The family gratefully acknowledges the care and compassion shown by Dr. Mihir Maniar, Dr. Stephen Windsor and his staff, all the wonderful nurses and staff (including Intervention Radiology) at Riverview Medical Center, and Red Bank Gastroenterology,

Terry will be missed immensely and while nothing can fill the void in our hearts, the gift of his life and the blessing of his love is celebrated with thankfulness.

In lieu of customary remembrances, memorial contributions can be directed to The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; Pancan.org.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2022 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell St., Long Branch.

For messages of condolence, please visit Terry’s page of tributes at www.woolleyboglioli.com.