The community of Brick Township, New Jersey is mourning the tragic death of Eileen Ziesmer, a devoted church employee who passed away on March 6 following a fatal traffic collision accident. The heartbreaking news was shared by the Church of St. Denis, where Ziesmer served as a cherished member of the parish staff for several years. Her sudden passing has deeply affected the church community and all who knew her, as friends and colleagues remember the kindness and dedication she brought to her work and relationships.
Eileen Ziesmer was widely respected within the parish family at the Church of St. Denis in Manasquan, New Jersey, where she played an important role supporting parish life and its many ministries. Those who worked alongside her described her as someone filled with grace, warmth, and unwavering devotion. Through her work with baptism preparation, bereavement support, and the OCIA program for those entering the Catholic faith, she touched the lives of many individuals and families within the parish community.
Friends and coworkers remember Ziesmer as a compassionate presence who was always ready to help others during some of life’s most meaningful and difficult moments. Her dedication to the church and her faith made her a valued and trusted figure among parishioners. Beyond her service, she was deeply loved by her family, including her husband, daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter, all of whom are now facing an immense loss.
The death of Eileen Ziesmer has left a profound void within Brick Township, New Jersey, and the broader parish community of St. Denis. Funeral arrangements include a viewing on March 13 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Church of St. Denis, located at 90 Union Avenue in Manasquan, followed by a funeral Mass on March 14 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will take place afterward at St. Anne’s Cemetery. While she has passed away, her legacy of faith, kindness, and service will remain deeply cherished by those whose lives she touched.