Dr. Christopher J. Rooney
Dr. Christopher J. Rooney
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Manasquan - Dr. Christopher J. Rooney, 56, of Manasquan, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019.
Dr. Rooney was born in Neptune and raised in Holmdel and Manasquan. He lived and raised his family in Brielle for many years, before recently returning to his beloved Manasquan Beach. He was a graduate of Christian Brothers Academy (Class of 1981), and Providence College, and earned his DMD from UMDNJ School of Dentistry. For over 25 years, he practiced with his brother, Dr. George A. Rooney III, at Rooney & Rooney Dental, Holmdel. Dr. Rooney was an avid outdoorsman, waterman and all-around athlete. He skied, surfed competitively around the world, and had competed in four Ironman Competitions. He was active in the Manasquan BoardRiders Club serving as Vice President. Above all, he was a devoted husband and great Dad, who never missed one of his children's events. He was well known in the Manasquan Beach community. To know him was to love him.
Dr. Rooney was predeceased by his parents, George and Eleanor (Baron) Rooney. He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years, Amy (Connor), and their children, Casey, Margaret and Andrew (CBA '16). Also surviving are his siblings and their spouses, Dr. George A. and Carmen Rooney, of Colts Neck, and Linda and Frank Helies, of Manasquan, as well as nephews, nieces, and an abundance of friends.
Visitation will take place at Christian Brothers Academy, McKay Gym, 850 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, on Saturday, January 26, 2019, from 1-3:30 PM, with a memorial service to follow at 3:30 PM. Dr. Rooney will be cremated privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Manasquan BoardRiders Club, PO Box 425, Manasquan, NJ 08736. Condolences may be sent via www.obrienfuneralhome.com.
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Lorraine Monaco
April 10, 2021
Dr Chris was my dentist for over 25 yrs.A wonderful man who helped me get over my fear.So young so sad you will be missed
Lorraine..a longtime patient
BRIAN TRAVA
November 5, 2019
Chris was such a great person, great dental class mate and friend. Thanks for letting me hang out with you at the life guard stand, and taking me to Mary Husbands Pub.
Patricia Stevens
March 7, 2019
My heartfelt deepest sympathy for Dr. George, The Rooney families and dental office staff. So young, so sad. God Bless.
Petrina Donnelly
February 26, 2019
So sorry to hear of the passing of Dr.Chris. I will miss him. He was a wonderful person and a great dentist. My sympathy to the Rooney family.
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Demetrios Politis
February 18, 2019
A great person that left this world too early ....God rest him.Condolences to the family and friends that will miss him dearly.
February 18, 2019
Dr. Rooney saved my life. No other dentist or oral surgeon could find what was causing my pain.
Dr. Chris did.
He will always have a special place in my heart.
Kathy Serkin
John + Mariann Novak
January 31, 2019
Our Greatest Sympathy to the Rooney Family...
Rich Minneci
January 30, 2019
I am so sorry for your lost HE WAS a great person my condolences to the Rooney family My prayers go out May God bless
RICHARD MORRIS
January 29, 2019
Rest In Peace with God Chris. Lord Please give Chris family strength during this difficult time.
Lee Caruso
January 29, 2019
I am shocked and very sad to hear of your loss. Dr. Chris was a favorite of mine. Deepest Sympathy
Frank and Jackie Bucco
January 28, 2019
We were so very sad to hear of Dr. Chris's passing. We have been patients for over thirty years, starting with Dr. Rooney Sr, in Keyport. Our sincere sympathy to Dr. George, staff, and the entire Rooney family at this very sad time.
James albani
January 28, 2019
The Albani Family, Jim susan, Nick and Sara
Lee Debetaz
January 28, 2019
My sincerest condolences to all who loved Chris. He was my first teenage boyfriend, for a short time in Manasquan. Chris is the reason I have loved the sport of surfing (as a spectator) for over 40 years. Id watch him surf for hours, and I will never forget his gorgeous and perfect smile. Later when he was in dental school we got together a few times. I always knew hed have a successful practice in dentistry. At the time, I was also a dental assistant. Reading others posts, I am not surprised he was a loving husband and father. He will forever live in your hearts. God Bless
Nick, Irena, Nick and Patrick Gazzillo
January 28, 2019
Our thoughts, prayers and love are with the entire Rooney family during this difficult time.
Stephen & Donna Muscarella
January 27, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rooney family.
January 27, 2019
The Harris family,
Ray, Sarah, Knox, Alexander and Nellie
Bob and Joan Robertson
January 27, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Rooney family and staff. Dr Chris was our dentist for over 30 years. He was a wonderful person and always there if you needed him. He was a kind man. We had many conversations over the years about family. You knew he was very proud of his. Our hearts are broken to hear the sad news. He will be much missed.
God bless,
J. Feinstein
January 27, 2019
We were all so saddened to learn this awful news. Our deepest condolences to the Rooney family.
The Feinsteins
Thomas Carroll
January 26, 2019
Rest in peace, Chris. Fond memories of sleeping at your parent's house on the beach when we were kids, just so we could get up at the crack of dawn to surf. Of course, you would always rip.....
Elaine Moffett
January 26, 2019
My sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers for the entire Rooney family. Dr. Chris was a very talented dentist and an exceptional person. My two daughters and I were very privileged to have him as our dentist. He will be missed by all who knew him. We will always remember him in our smiles! Elaine, Lori and Mary Moffett
January 26, 2019
Dear Amy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids during this terrible time.
God bless...
Patty Burrus
Kathy Penna
January 26, 2019
Everyone at the bike shop will miss Chris dearly and send all our love to the family. Chris loved to ride his bike and be outside. We will miss seeing his smile; and we are glad that we were able to know him. With lots of love.............
Mona Vaccarella
January 26, 2019
He was a wonderful man and father, we shared many years and conversations about our children. I am so touched by his passing. My heart goes out to his family. I was at Belmar yesterday 1/25/2019 and watched a surfer enter the cold waters and I thought it was him. My condolences and thoughts to the family and his brother who has provided the best care to all of us for so many years. Mona, Pat, and Nicole Vaccarella
John O'Donnell
January 26, 2019
On behalf of the O'Donnell family we extend our condolences and thoughts and prayers to the Rooney family during this difficult time. Chris will be missed.
January 25, 2019
Our entire family is heartbroken with the loss of Dr.Chris. We wish strength and peace to all the Rooneys in the times to come.
Sincerely, Nick Grassia
Joe Hopp
January 25, 2019
I knew Chris for 40 years. He was a great guy/dude back in our youth and throughout these decades. We guarded together. Tournaments. Barney. My heart goes out to the Rooney family. My deepest condolences. Prayers being given. I, and the world at large, will miss Chris Rooney
January 25, 2019
Kind thoughts are with the Family at this very difficult time. May your fond memories bring you comfort, and God's promise at Jeremiah 29:11,12 will give you strength.
Darlene Cecich
January 25, 2019
Sincerest condolences to Amy, the children and entire family. May God bless and watch over you and your family at this difficult time.
The St. John/Lentini Family
January 25, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rooney family during this most difficult time.
January 25, 2019
On behalf f the Parziale family and owners of the Riverside Cafe in Manasquan we are so sad about this news. We knew Chris for many years and our nephew became friends with his son. Our love and prayers to the family. Karen Parziale
Carol Jarosak
January 25, 2019
My thoughts and prayers to the Rooney family. Dr. Chris was an exceptional dentist who will be sadly missed.
The Jarosaks.
Kim and Jeff; Erin and Nick Casner
January 24, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you; Love ; the Casners
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