Obituary of Jonathan Scott Dunayer

Jonathan Scott Dunayer, affectionately known as UJ & JD, 61, of Manalapan, passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023.  Jonathan was born in Brooklyn, New York before moving to Manalapan, NJ. Jonathan was employed as an accountant for Fraser Brothers Group LLC. 

Jonathan was best known for his kind spirit, sharp wit, and amazing sense of humor.  He was an avid Yankees, Devils, Giants and Knicks (ugh) fan.  However, his favorite thing in the world was talking to and about his nephew and niece (Harrison and Gab). 

Jonathan was predeceased by his parents Phyllis and Harold Dunayer.  He is survived by his brothers Eric Dunayer of Urbana, Illinois, and Seth Dunayer (Linda) of Freehold, NJ, nephew Harrison Dunayer and niece Gab Dunayer.

Friends and family are invited to visit for a memorial gathering on Monday, August 14, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at Freeman Manalapan Marlboro Funeral Home, 344 Route 9 North.  The family is asking that in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Rescue Ridge, 1424 Maxim Southard Road, Howell, NJ 07731 (https://rescueridge.com).  To leave a condolence or find directions, visit www.freemanfuneralhomes.com