By BRIAN DONOHUE
His complete obituary, as published by Lawton Funeral Home in Long Branch, is below.
Terry Nathaniel Haupt Jr, 16, departed this world unexpectedly on May 13, 2026, leaving behind broken hearts and countless memories that will live on forever.
Though his time here was brief, he filled each day with purpose and joy. Born to Jazmin Edwards and Terry Haupt on February 28, 2010 at Monmouth Medical center in Long Branch, NJ. Terry took passion in working out and hanging out with his friends. Terry lovvvvveeeeedddd his friends.
Terry was the kind of person everyone knew — and if you knew him, you probably have a funny story about him too. He had a smile that could light up a room, a joke ready for any situation, and a personality that naturally drew people to him. Whether he was making his friends laugh, teasing his siblings, or showing off after a workout, Terry made every moment memorable.
He loved sports and staying active. You could usually find him in the gym, running track, playing football, basketball, baseball or hacky sack. Terry was proud of the hard work he put into himself and was especially excited to show off his abs this summer and finally start driving — something he talked about often with excitement and confidence.
More than anything, Terry loved being around people. He was well-known throughout the Red Bank, Little Silver and Shrewsbury community, not because he tried to be, but because his energy, kindness, and sense of humor naturally made people gravitate toward him. He had a way of making everyone feel included, welcomed, and appreciated. Terry was truly one of a kind.
He is predeceased by his grandfather Derrick Edwards great grandparents Betty Ann Edwards, Al Jones and Fred Haupt.
He is survived by his loving mother, Jazmin Edwards, and father Terry Haupt Sr; his siblings, Aniah, Zarah, Milan, Tre’on, Maddox, Madilynn, and Milei his nanee Kimberly Patrick and grandmommies Frederica Davis great grandmother Patricia Jones his uncles, Rahkil Edwards, Imir Patrick, Ikym Davis his aunts Elita Haupt, Mellissa Edwards, Diamond Palmer, Siani Jones, and Mikeyia Thompson, his best friend Juju, along with many cousins, friends, teammates, classmates, and loved ones who will miss him deeply.
Though Terry’s time here was far too short, the laughter, love, and unforgettable memories he gave to others will continue to live on in every person LUCKY enough to know him.
redbankgreen editor Brian Donohue may be reached via email at [email protected] or by calling or texting 848-331-8331.
