Jessica Tae Descafano, 33, of Toms River, N.J. passed away Friday, September 23rd, 2022 at Jersey Shore Medical Center.

Born in Pusan, South Korea on September 5th, 1989, Jessica came to the USA on May 15th, 1990.

We all received a special gift. Jessica graduated High School South in 2007 where she was voted Ocean County Outstanding Cheerleader the same year.

She also attended Ocean County College where she received her Associates Degree and where she also continued here Cheerleading career.

Jessica attended Ocean County Vocational Tech in Brick, N.J. where she obtained her cosmetology license and found her passion as a Nail Technician.

Jessica was employed at Pasch Salon in Belmar, N.J. She was a free wild flower. Everywhere she went she planted her seed by leaving a positive impression on everyone she met. A lively, beautiful soul who was incredibly intelligent. She will be missed by all.

Jessica is survived by her parents John and Sharon Descafano; her brothers Ryan and sister in law Dana Descafano and Jordan and sister in law Maura Descafano; and nephews Jacob and Nolan. She is also survived by one aunt, uncles, many cousins, her boyfriend Billy Joe Williams and many wonderful and caring friends.

Jessica left us as a Hero. She continued giving to the end. She was an organ donor. Her legacy will continue.

A Memorial Gathering to celebrate Jessica’s life will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. at Anderson and Campbell Funeral Home, 703 Main St., Toms River. Cremation is private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jessica’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.andersoncampbelltomsriver.com for the Descafano family.