Richard-Schaffer-Obituary

Richard Schaffer

Newark, New Jersey

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Richard Schaffer, 66, a teacher, coach and leader in education reform, passed away on Jan. 26, 2014, at his home in Kapolei, Hawaii. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Rich's life on April 12, 2014, at 11 a.m. at Roselle Catholic High School, 350 Raritan Road, Roselle, N.J. Rich was...

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Mr. Schaffer was my tennis coach for my senior year (1996) at Our Lady of Good Counsel High School. Despite losing every match that season his confidence in us never wavered. He presented me with the Coach's Award at the end of the season. At the evening of the Awards Banquet, he gave a speech that had a lasting impression in my life. I am saddened to hear of his passing. My sincere condolences to his family.

Peg:
My heart goes out to you and your family on such a heartfelt loss. I offer my sincerest condolences to you.

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Our heartfelt sympathies are with the Schaffer family during this difficult time.Marie and Ned Scannell

I went to St. Joe's with Richie. I am so sorry to hear of his death.