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Richard Chu Obituary
AGE: 60 Brick
Richard Chu, 60, of Brick, passed way suddenly, as the result of an automobile accident, on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011, while on a business trip in Fort Worth, Texas. Mr. Chu was born and raised in Chinatown, New York City, before moving to Bradley Beach in 1971. After his marriage 19 years ago, he moved to Brick. He attended Indiana Tech in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was employed for many years as a manager at Bob Kislin's Sporting Goods, Toms River, and will also be remembered by many as having worked at Schwartz's Drug Store, Bradley Beach, as a young man. He was active in the Church of the Epiphany as an usher and member of the choir. He also enjoyed playing golf and was a lifelong fan of the Giants and Yankees, and had recently started coaching his son's team in the Brick American Little League. However, Mr. Chu's favorite activity was spending time with his sons.
Mr. Chu was predeceased by his father, Thomas Chu. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Kiraly); his sons, Thomas (TC) and Richard, all of Brick; and his mother, Betty Chu of Bradley Beach. In addition, he is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Kathy Burroughs of Floral Park, Queens, N.Y.; his sister, Susan Chu of Colorado; and his sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Jeff Martin of Florida. He is also survived by his in-laws, Andrew and Betty Kiraly of Toms River, Michael Kiraly of Arizona, Peter Kiraly of Brick, and Barbara Kiraly of New Hampshire, as well as his nieces and nephews, Michael and Nicole Kiraly, and Sarah Lucinese and her children, Caitlyn, Elizabeth and James.
Visitation will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24 at O'Brien Funeral Home, 505 Burnt Tavern Road, Brick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 25 at the Church of the Epiphany, Brick. Interment will follow in Atlantic View Cemetery, Manasquan. In lieu of flowers, donations to Church of the Epiphany, 615 Thiele Road, Brick, NJ, 08724, would be appreciated. For further information or to send condolences to the family, please visit www.obrienfuneralhome.com.
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for Richard Chu
Ed Skrobacz
February 17, 2021
I remember Rich, what a great guy . Hard to believe its been 10 years. I will always remember him and his love of all.
Danny Johnson
March 18, 2011
My sincerest condolences! Richie was a great guy! Coaching in the Bradley Beach Recreation sports programs he was always a gentleman and inspiration and a role model to the kids. I know that he will be missed by many!
brian fredricks
February 25, 2011
Dear Kathy TC and Rich, Our deepest sypathies go out to you all. Rich will be remember in a very positive way. A great man, husband and father. God bless you all. There's another Angel in Heaven! Sincerely, Brian and Jill Fredricks
kathi Reichenbecher
February 25, 2011
To The Chu family, IWe are so sorry for your loss. Richie was a great guy, friend and I worked with him at Schwarz Druds. He will be missed and we will keep him in our prayers.
Kurt, kathi, Kyle & Kim Reichenbecher
February 25, 2011
To the Chu family, I am so sorry for your loss. Richie was a wonderful friend and coworker. We will mniss him.
Our prayers are with you all.
The Reichenbecher's, Kurt, Kathi, Kyle & Kim, Ft Myers, FL
butch vanaman
February 24, 2011
to a old dear friend, boy did he love playing ball as a young man he shall be missed. your friends butch and flo of deltona,fl,
February 24, 2011
Kathy , TC & Richie : We would like to offer our most deepest sympathies. Rich was one of the most friendliest , kindest persons we know . Words cannot express how we feel. We are saddened by your loss. Always remember that your Epiphany family is here to help you always.
The Skrobacz Family , Howell NJ
Barbara Gassman
February 23, 2011
Rich was one of the finest men we ever knew.He was kind, compassionate & oh so funny. He will be missed by us & when we think of him it will be with a smile.
Our prayers & heartfelt sympathy to you Kathy & all the family Barbara & Barry Gassman Toms River N.J.
DON,SHARON,DONNIE HELMER
February 23, 2011
KATHY,TC,&RICH,WE ARE SADDENED TO HEAR OF YOUR TRAGIC LOSS. RICH WAS A VERY KIND AND CARING MAN WHO LOVED HIS FAMILY MORE THAN ANYTHING. HE WAS A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU.
February 23, 2011
Lisa,Jay and Carina would also like to offer their condolences for the loss of a special guy. Rest in Peace Rich.
Jim&Jodi Vill
February 23, 2011
Kathy, TC, and Rich, Our prayers go out to you. Rich was always such a pleasant, kind, and gentle man who obviously loved his family. He will be greatly missed at church and the ball fields. Our prayers are with all of you.
G. Williams
February 23, 2011
PLEASE ACCEPT MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF MR. CHU. MAY YOU FIND COMFORT IN KNOWING "GOD IS NEAR TO THOSE BROKEN AT HEART AND THOSE CRUSHED IN SPIRIT HE SAVES." PSALM 34:18
Susan Moore
February 23, 2011
David Bloch, Susan Moore and the staff at Outdoor Edge Cutlery would like to offer our sincerest condolences for the loss of Rich. Rich was a great friend, and a shining star. We always looked forward to see Rich and his smiling face, and enjoyed the time we spent with him. Our hearts are heavy and go out to his family and his co-workers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will very much be missed.
Larry & Cathy Hopkins
February 23, 2011
Kathy,TC,Rich-May God give you understanding in this time of many questions.May the Holy Spirit bring comfort.We love you!
Psalm 39:7 And now,Lord, what do I wait for? My hope is in You!
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