MATAWAN-ABERDEEN VOL 2, NO 2
A Publication for the community of Matawan & Aberdeen
WELCOME TO MATAWAN MAYOR REMEMBERED SUMMER 2023! Robert Shuey, former Mayor moved to Toms River in 2003.
On behalf of our Matawan Aberdeen Chamber, we wish all members of our community a pleasant and safe summer season. We would like to welcome our newest members: Kate’s Canine Care, LLC, Katie Ballas and Jeffer & Harris Jewish Funeral Home, Mark Harris. We would also like to thank all of our members for all their participation in our Chamber events this year. It is great to see so many joining us and helping grow their businesses. Please visit our website for upcoming summer events at MACOCNJ.com. Also, just a reminder, Aberdeen Day will be coming up on September 23rd and the Matawan Day Street Festival will take place on Saturday October 7th with a raindate of Sunday October 8th(if necessary). We are currently accepting Sponsorship and Vendor applications. Please contact us on the website above or call 732290-1125 for further information.Have a Great Summer! Jeff Pantelas: President Matawan Aberdeen Chamber of Commerce.
of Matawan, passed away peacefully Sunday June 11th in Florida after a short illness. Robert was a self employed house painter and owner of Wet Paint, Inc. for over 30 years. He was the former Mayor of Matawan from 1989 to 1996. He was heavily involved in the Matawan community and was Chairman of the Republican Party and Chairman of the Matawan Tricentennial Committee in 1986 and a member of the Burrowes Mansion Skirmish Committee. Robert and his wife
Robert moved to Plantation, FL in 2018 and enjoyed his retirement reading books and gardening. ( reprinted with permission from Justine Marie Shuey)
ABERDEEN CAR WASH CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF SERVICE
Aberdeen Car wash, a beloved full-service car wash nestled in the heart of Aberdeen Township, proudly celebrates its 61 year anniversary. Since its establishment in 1962, Aberdeen Car wash has been a trusted name in the community, offering top-notch interior and exterior cleaning services all while continuing to evolve with the times. Under the ownership of Bud and Jason Patel for the past 12 years, the car wash has continued to uphold
its commitment to providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a pristine shine for countless vehicles. Bud and Jason took the reins of Aberdeen Car wash in 2011, and their passion for the business quickly became evident. “I grew up being a die-hard car fanatic, as well as my dad” Jason says, “but we knew after we took over, the aging facility needed an overhaul.” They embarked on a journey to revitalize and modernize the facility while honoring it’s rich history. Through their dedicated efforts, the car wash now boasts state-of-the-art equipment, all environmentally conscious cleaning products and a team of skilled professionals, ensuring every vehicle receives the care and attention it deserves. “As we focused on renovating our business, a major portion
of my mission was to focus on the best quality we could offer” Jason says. “It may sound cliche, but I grew up learning the food business my father was in for 25 years, where quality meant everything. The car wash is no different, except everything revolves on a thousand moving parts and science at once.” Not much has changed in the concept of washing a car over the past 60 years, but the industry itself has continued to evolve to meet changing customer and automotive needs. “We strive to create a positive experience for our customers, ensuring their vehicles receive the utmost care and attention without burdening their wallets in this current economy. We still have many more upgrades scheduled for 2023 that we can’t wait to share” Jason said.
JULY 2023