George Munk of Hackettstown NJ died peacefully at home June 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 87.
George was born on November 6, 1938, in the Bronx, NY. He graduated from Dewitt Clinton High School in 1956 and attended Hunter College in NY. He is the son of Charles Munk and Esther Grozman Munk of the Bronx, NY.
George met his wife Ellen in 1962 in Lake Hopatcong. They were married March 20, 1965.
George was a Chemist for Sandoz in East Hanover, NJ for many years before starting his own Textile Chemical Company located in Patterson, NJ until he retired.
George was a mason with the masonic lodge for many years.
He had a very active life, enjoying tennis, fishing, travelling, and loved his winters in Florida playing shuffleboard, and poker with his friends.
George was an avid sports fan following the NY Mets, NY Giants and NY Knicks.
George is survived by his wife Ellen Hoffeld Munk of 61 years, his son Charles Munk of Hackettstown, his daughter Amy Munk Rodriguez and son-in-law Ray Rodriguez of Virginia Beach, and his 2 grandsons Alex and Joey Rodriguez.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840. For those wishing to leave online condolences for the family please visit, www.cochranfuneral.com
10 Condolences for Munk, George
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Myrna says
June 17, 2026 at 2:12 amTo Ellen, Charles, Amy and Family,
So sorry for your loss! George will be missed by so many!
Love,
Bob, Myrna & Kevin
Amy Rodriguez says
June 18, 2026 at 12:15 amThank you! You were family for most of our lives. ❤️ Love, Amy
Ed Wehmeyer says
June 18, 2026 at 1:33 amTo Charlie and Family,
My deepest sympathy during this difficult time. May your cherished memories give some healing and peace. May your Dad Rest In Peace 🙏🏻
Amy says
June 19, 2026 at 8:48 pmThank you so much. That means so much to our family 🙏💕
Alona Regev says
June 18, 2026 at 2:56 pmDear Ellen, Amy, and Charlie, We were so sorry to hear about George, Even though we were distant relatives, he always felt much closer than that. We have such wonderful memories of our time together in New Jersey and of his visit with Ellen to Israel. Those moments will always stay with us. George was a truly special person, quiet and strong, warm and loving. We feel lucky to have known him and to have shared time with him over the years. He will be greatly missed. Thinking of all of you and sending our love during this very difficult time. With love, Alona and family ❤️
Melanie Marra says
June 19, 2026 at 2:43 pmMy deepest condolences, George’s smile will be greatly missed. Ellen and Amy, I know how much George loved you both and he was so proud of Alex and Joey. The Fitness Center at Hackettstown Medical Center is going to miss him.
Amy says
June 23, 2026 at 6:13 pmHello! You were all always so nice to my dad. I’m sorry I didn’t call you to let you know. I am going to miss my dad so much. Thank you for your condolences 💕💕
Amy says
June 19, 2026 at 8:49 pmThank you for sharing memories. He will surely be missed. Love to your family. 🙏💕
Joy Snyder says
June 23, 2026 at 3:15 pmEllen, Amy, Charlie and families: I am so sorry to hear of the passing of George. My Sincere Sympathy to all….Joy Snyder….
Kathy Garlick says
June 29, 2026 at 10:22 pmSorry to hear of George passing he was a great guy and I had many years of friendship with him at the HRMC gym. Will miss very much and miss you too Ray. I need you to paint my house.
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