Michael J Pastula 50 of Toms River died suddenly Saturday April 29, 2023. Born in Elizabeth he resided in Cranford before moving to Toms River in 1993. Michael loved racing cars and motorcycles and was the owner and operator of Unique Automotive in Lakehurst. Surviving are his sons, M.J., Jacob, and Nicholas Pastula, daughter, Abbey Pastula, and parents Michael & Susan Pastula. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Memorial Gathering is Saturday May 13 from 2-5 PM at Oliverie Funeral Home 2925 Ridgeway Road, Manchester. Cremation is private.