Dorothy Ann Stahl

Dorothy Ann Stahl, nee Palumbo, a native of West Long Branch, died on January 6, 2022 of pancreatic cancer at a residence facility near her home in Newark, Ohio.

Ms. Stahl, 73 years old, was an award-winning teacher of young children throughout her career. She was a graduate of Shore Regional High School and received a degree in early childhood education from Monmouth University. During summer months she worked as a staff writer at the Asbury Park Press. She also received a master’s degree in education from Ohio State University.

Ms. Stahl was an avid Ohio State football fan and season ticket holder. She took great pleasure in gardening, global travel, especially to Europe and Asia, and her beloved dogs.

Ms. Stahl was the daughter of the late Joseph J. and Christine Palumbo. She is survived by sister, Joanne Palumbo Langbein and brother-in-law Fred H. Langbein and two beloved nephews Christian H. Langbein (Benjamin Bashein) and Alexander J. Langbein (Jennifer Cunningham).

There will be a service in honor of Dorothy Stahl at the Damiano Funeral Home in Long Branch on Saturday, January 15 from 11 am until the time of the service at 12 pm. Interment will follow at Woodbine Cemetery in Oceanport. The family invites you to leave a letter of condolence by selecting the Tribute/Guestbook link above.

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