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Richard Heine Obituary

Richard P. Heine

AGE: 82 • Spring Lake

Richard P. Heine, 82 of Spring Lake, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune, NJ. Lifelong resident of Spring Lake, Richard was a communicant of St. Catharine and St. Margaret parishes.

Richard graduated from St. Margaret's Grammar School, Spring Lake, and St. Rose High School, Belmar, where he was a member of the 1949 State Championship Basketball team and was inducted into the St. Rose Sports Hall of Fame as a three letter athlete. Mr. Heine graduated from Seton Hall University '54, where he was a member of the Cross Country and Track teams, the Knights of Setonia, the 12 Club, and the Spike and Shoe Club. He was also a member of the Seton Hall Alumni Association. Mr. Heine served in the United States Army in Germany, where he was in charge of all Special Services (athletic programs) of the 9th Infantry Division.

Mr. Heine was former National Sales Manager for the Royal Globe Insurance Companies, NYC, and later Vice-President of Johnson & Higgins Insurance Brokers/Consultants, NYC. He was a member of the John Stuart Club, NYC.

Richard served as a Cub Scout Master, St. Catharine's; basketball coach of St. Margaret's Grade School for three years; three-term President of St. Catharine's Holy Name Society; co-chaired two St. Catharine's Candlelight Balls with his wife Patti; member of St. Catharine's School Advisory Committee; and member of St. Catharine's Parish Finance Council. Richard was the first president of the Spring Lake Flag Committee; Vice President of the Spring Lake-Sea Girt Little League; member of the Spring Lake Board of Adjustment; founding member of the Spring Lake Five Mile Run; officer of the Spring Lake Homeowners Association; and participated in the Meals on Wheels program after he retired.

Richard was predeceased by his parents, Hon. And Mrs. Edward J. Heine, Sr.; three brothers Frank, Edward, and George; and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Patricia (nee Farren), his son Friar Michael O.F.M. Conv., Ellicott City, MD.; his daughter Ann and her husband Thomas Dempsey, Spring Lake Heights, NJ; sons Matthew and his wife Beth, Medford, NJ; Gregory and his wife Deirdre, Wall, NJ; and Thomas and his wife Laura, Haddonfield, NJ; and his brother Jim and his wife Rosemary, Spring Lake Heights, NJ. Richard is also survived by 15 grandchildren, Brian, Kevin, Justin, Brendan, Sean, Ryan, Megan, Michael, Maeve, Seamus, Samuel, Dylan, Paige, Faith, and Grace, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Visiting will be at O'Brien Funeral Home, 2028 Route 35, Wall, NJ on Monday, June 9, 2014 from 4-8 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 10:30 AM at St. Catharine Church, Spring Lake, followed by the burial at St. Anne Cemetery, Wall, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Spring Lake First Aid Squad, Spring Lake Fire Company, or St. Rose High School, Belmar, NJ. For more information or to send condolences, visit www.obrienfuneralhome.com.

Published by Asbury Park Press from Jun. 7 to Jun. 8, 2014.
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I am so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I knew him when I worked at Johnson & Higgins back in the 1970's and part of 1980's. He was so pleasant and always had a joke or something funny to say. I truly am sorry to hear of his passing. Mary Ann Pandolfo, Deltona, Florida

July 4, 2014

I worked with Dick for 25 + years , when he was VP at Johnson & Higgins and fortunately remained good friends for all the years since. He was one of the most altruistic, optimistic people I ever knew. He had great empathy for every one he knew. We all thought we were his special friend. Talking with him always made you feel better than before.
I'll miss him terribly .
Condolences to Patti and the rest of the Heine family.

John Sinclair

June 13, 2014

To the entire Heine Family,

I am very sorry for your loss and I hope that your love and memories of great times will see you through in the coming days. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Sincerely,
Terry (Malone) Corino (SRHS '82)

Terry Malone Corino

June 11, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Heine family. It was a privilege and honor to have known him. Mr. Heine was a great friend of my dad and he spoke of Dick often. He attended my dad's memorial service back in April and I will never forget this. God's speed Mr. Heine...rest in peace.

Peter Rabbeni

June 9, 2014

Our condolences to the Heine Family during this time. All the best. Matt and Genevieve Mallgrave

June 9, 2014

I and all of us at Squan Tavern are so so saddened by the news of Mr. Heine's passing. He was a wonderful man and we will miss him greatly. We all will keep Mrs Heine , his children and his grandchildren in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences to you all .. May you rest in peace Mr. Heine .

Trish Bossone

June 8, 2014

I and all of us at Squan Tavern are so so saddened by the news of Mr. Heine's passing. He was a wonderful man and we will miss him greatly. We are so sorry for your loss. We all will keep Mrs Heine , his children and his grandchildren in our thoughts and prayers. Our deepest condolences to you all .. May you rest in peace Mr. Heine .

Trish Bossone

June 8, 2014

Thanks for being my friend.

Bill Nolan

June 8, 2014

Dick has been a friend since he coached our class at St. Margaret's in 1949. He always had a smile and a joke. Our visits on his porch always left me feeling the day was off to a great start. He will be missed by many.

Joe Garrett

June 8, 2014

Heaven has gained a most gorgeous Angel!!! Much love to Mike (I remember when you went to Seminary, and I was so proud a St. Rose alum chose to be a Priest!!!), Ann and Tommy, Matt, Greg and Tom. I shall make a donation to St. Rose High School in his memory! He's flying like Peter Pan in Paradise!!! Hugs across the miles.....

Eileen Day Cytryn

June 8, 2014

That smile is the same smile that greeted when I would run into on Third Avenue. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Winnie Yazdan

June 7, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about Mr. Heine . We will miss him

The Squan Tavern Staff

June 7, 2014

Greg and family, I am so sorry I won't be able to come to NJ for the viewing, but you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you….
For every storm, a rainbow,
for every tear, a smile
for every care, a promise,
And a blessing in each trial.

Wishing you nothing but beautiful memories with your wonderful father.

Terri Thatcher

June 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time. Your dad will be missed terribly. May God grant him peace and your family healing.

Betsy Sharpe

June 7, 2014

So sorry to hear of Dicks'passing.
Know he is now in Gods' care.

Bob & Gail Asay
Pittsburgh, PA.

Bob Asay

June 7, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Dr. R. Kurt Meier III and staff

June 7, 2014

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