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Steven Schmelz Obituary

Steven James Schmelz

Monmouth Beach - Steven James Schmelz, 63, of Monmouth Beach, NJ, passed away 2 years after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis. He never lost hope despite his diagnosis and lived every day to the fullest. His resolve will always be remembered.

Steven grew up in Roselle Park, where he starred on the high school basketball team. He selected Bates College in Lewiston, ME, where he was named captain of the basketball team. Steven graduated in 1979 and married his loving wife, Heidi, that same year. Steven founded Sea View Jeep and after 37 years of compassionate leadership, his business reflects employee dedication and customer loyalty. He has also been the owner of Sea Breeze Ford since 2006.

Whether you called him Steve, Dad, Boss, Coach, Uncle Steve, or G-Pa, you knew him as an honest and loyal friend - always putting the needs of others before his own. Steven gifted these values to his children, Kristina, Tyler, Tony, and Anabel. He dedicated his life to his family - coaching nearly all of their sports teams and impacting the lives of countless others.

Steve loved sports, from driving to Shea Stadium to watch the Jets with his dad, to taking the train to the Garden, to the countless tailgates at the Meadowlands and in the Bronx. Steve loved attending a big game with friends. Steve also coached and played in the Jersey Shore Basketball League for over 30 years.

Steven loved skiing, bike rides, Long Beach Island, his children and his grandchildren. His family asks that you think of him when you are enjoying these things with your loved ones. In addition to his wife and 4 children, Steven is survived by six grandchildren Ryerson Schmelz; Michael, Nathaniel and Eliza Farissier; and Wyatt and Theo Schmelz; his brother William John Schmelz and his sisters Johanne Kittle and Judy Todd.

There will be a private service for his family at the Church of the Precious Blood. His family will plan a public memorial service this Spring. If you would like to make a donation in memory of Steven please send a check including Steven's name to Fulfill at 3300 Route 66, Neptune, NJ 07753 or make a donation online at https://fulfillnj.fenly.org/stevenjschmelz. Sea View Jeep and Sea Breeze Ford will match all donations.

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Published by Asbury Park Press from Jan. 27 to Jan. 28, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Steven Schmelz

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15 Entries

Doug Glassmacher

January 21, 2025

A year ago we lost a dedicated coach and an even better human being .Rest in Peace, my friend.

Doug Glassmacher

January 21, 2024

I coached soccer at the same time Steve was a Peninsula SC coach and he was his players loved Steve. When one of our PSC officer's son was stricken with a debilitating disease, Steve took care of that family and help to provide a car for that family. He was a generous man and I will never forget him.

Allyson Anderson-Sterling

March 14, 2021

To Heidi and family, I am sorry to hear about Steve's passing. He will always be remembered as one of the nicest and kindest of all from the Bates Class of '79. Allyson

Jesse, Phalia and Kendle Family

February 7, 2021

To Tyler and the Schmelz family, We were so sadden to hear that Steven had passed. You have our deepest, deepest sympathy and if you need anything that we can help with don't hesitate to contact us. Prayers for the family and be fulfilled in the knowledge that there's no more pain for Steven. Forever in our hearts.

Bob Woods

February 7, 2021

Please accept my condolences on your family's loss ...

May Steve Rest In Peace And May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Him ...

Doug Glassmacher

February 6, 2021

I first met Steve when we were soccer coaches for Peninsula Soccer Club. He was the voice of reason as the club was expanding and he always did what was right for the kids. When our club treasurer's son became disabled, Steve stepped up to help with a vehicle. He was a big hearted person and we were all blessed to call him our friend.

Bob & Valerie Hartman

January 31, 2021

I had the distinct pleasure of working with Steve on an automotive project with his Jeep dealership just a few years ago and was very impressed with his humility and humanity. He was a pleasure to engage in conversation and his passing is truly sorrowful. May he rest in peace for eternity. Condolences to his family and many friends.

David paterno

January 31, 2021

I knew Steve from kindergarten days . He and I went to high school together and sat next to me in probability and statistics at Roselle Park high school. What a great guy he was. He loved
Basketball and sports. Glad he found success with the auto business and raised a nice family. He was part of my youth and growing up and part of many other people's lives in a positive way later on. We will miss him.

Blake, Kristen, Des, & Grayson

Planted Trees

Susan Schirmer

January 29, 2021

Dearest Heidi and family, so very sorry for your loss of a great man. Sending love & light. - former schoolmate Susan Schirmer (Papciak)

Charles Hanson

January 29, 2021

Heidi and the entire Schmelz family, please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. Steve was a great person and i was greatful to be able to work for him, I am sure that he will be truly missed. Charles and Nancy Hanson

orrie schulman

January 29, 2021

I am thinking of each of you. Steven was truly blessed to have such a wonderful, loving, and supportive family. Being as loved as he was is what makes him truly a success in life. May you find peace in your cherished memories of him.
With fondness,
Orrie M. Schulman, Red Bank NJ

Bob D'Agostino

January 28, 2021

I've known Steve as a close, personal friend through the Oceanport-Monmouth Beach Basketball program. He is the one person I've known in life who you could not say one bad word about. He was kind and generous with his time. We worked collaboratively to build a strong local basketball program. He coached my son in baseball and was fair and supportive to everyone. I shall miss him greatly. Rest in peace, friend.

January 28, 2021

Tyler, Melissa , So sorry for your loss. Sending your entire family our thoughts and prayers during this tough time. Love, Coach Brock and Lori

January 28, 2021

I was a freshman at RPHS in 1973 and due to the new title IX was allowed to play on the boys varsity tennis team where Steve played. He always had a brand new Ford & carted us around town- what happy & fun memories! Steve was always ready to help anyone & a true friend! I am truly shocked & saddened by Steve’s passing!
Joanne McGinnis Prosky

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