Richard (Rick)-Ochs-Obituary

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Richard (Rick) Lawrence Ochs

Brigantine, New Jersey

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DIED
May 13, 2021
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Brigantine, New Jersey

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Keates-Plum Funeral Home Obituary

Richard (Rick) Lawrence Ochs, 76 of Brigantine, NJ died on Thursday May 13, 2021. Born in Rochester, NY, he was the son of the late Lawrence and Margaret (Gillette) Ochs. Rick is survived by his wife; Patricia Duus, sons; Zachary (Jenn) Ochs, Dan (Marie) Gaile, grandsons; Oscar, Michael...

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i am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. Rick and i were friends in grammar school (St. Margaret Mary's) and we walked( biked) home together for many years. I tried hard to make contact for our 50th year reunion but unfortunately I was unsuccessful. So happy to know that he had such a rich and interesting life. Please know that Rick was spoken of often and fondly by all of his classmates.

A great friend ! Always a pleasure to be with and I never laughed as hard as I did with Rick. We are so fortunate to have had him in our life and he will shine on in our hearts.

A great friend ! Always a pleasure to be with and I never laughed as hard as I did with Rick. We are so fortunate to have had him in our life and he will shine on in our hearts.

Rick's gentle laughter, smile and kind words warmed the hearts of all who knew him. He greeted each day as an opportunity to enjoy and savor. He was the embodiment of the Lonesome Dove character Texas Ranger Captain Agustus McCrae. Rick enjoyed the moment and the setting, whether it be a museum of fine art or the simple, farm-style elegance of his beloved grandparents Josephine and Harry Gilliatt. The beauty and art of life, daily life, did not escape him. He also believed in paying his...

I was so sad to hear of Rick's passing. My thoughts are with you. I and my family had such a nice time with you and Rick at Skeaneatlas Lake.

Pat and all of Rick's family,
I was stunned to read of Rick's death. My deepest condolences for your loss. I am so sad for you. Rick was a special guy.