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Richard Work Obituary
Lakewood - Richard "Dick" L. Work Sr., 79, passed away February 3, 2018 at the Community Medical Center in Toms River. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 from 9AM-12PM at the D'Elia Funeral Home 1300 Vermont Ave. Lakewood, NJ 08701. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 12PM at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Woodlawn Cemetery in Lakewood, NJ. In lieu of flowers please make donations in Richard's memory to the charity of your choice. For further information or to post a tribute please visit www.deliafuneralhome.com.
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Carol & Eric Jones
February 9, 2018
Dick you will be missed. You were always such gentleman, always fun to be with, I loved having you and Midge for Christmas Eve and family parties. I cant believe its been 7 years since Midge first brought you to our first party, you so enjoyed the Sea food almost as much as I enjoyed the beautiful napkins you brought me.
Rest in peace Dick, at least you no longer suffering. It was a difficult year for you and Midge, thank God you had each other.
February 9, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the Work family. Dick spent many years coaching in Little League and was a great competitor and spent many years devoted to the children of Lakewood. RIP my friend. Rich and Sandra Alexander
Bernie Meyer
February 8, 2018
My prayers to Dick and family. Very sorry to hear this. He was a good man.
Eddie Estelle
February 7, 2018
To the Work family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. I lived in Lakewood for 30 years before getting married and settling down in Manchester. When I was 6 years old, I remember going to see the Lakewood Little League team managed by Dick win the World Series in Williamsport, Pa.. He was a great man and I would see him at Wall Stadium Speedway and at Manchester football games. We would always talk about sports and life in general. He will truly be missed.
Judith & William Vogel (Mohr)
February 6, 2018
"Our sincere condolences to the Work family." Some of the most memorable moments of my youth were spent with my aunt's family in Greenville (Lakewood). These memories will remain in my heart.
Bob Doyle
February 6, 2018
Dear Midge, the Work family, and friends,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are for you all. Dick was a dear friend when we lived in NJ. We played golf and poker together on a weekly basis for many years. He was always smiling, always helpful and considerate, always reaching out to others.
His community will miss him dearly, as he enters a new community where he can continue to bring happiness.
Bob and Donna Doyle
Kimberly Kavanagh
February 6, 2018
Dick, I can't believe you are gone. You were a great man. I am going to miss seeing your smiling face at the Republican events.
jim tice
February 6, 2018
kim and jeff real sorry for your loss. my memories of mr. work are all good ones.
Maureen Springer
February 6, 2018
Met dick working at roeys diner served him breakfast for years always had Smile on his face,looked forward to seeing him every day,lots of memories their and with him he will be missed,condolences go out to dicks family and all his friends he was a classy outstanding individual.
February 6, 2018
So sorry to hear of Dicks passing . Our condolences to all that feel his loss. Sincerely Robert and Alice Morris.
Brian & Tammy Emerson
February 6, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the Work family.
Megan Cavalie
February 5, 2018
Morgan Burgess
February 5, 2018
I met Dick several years ago through Midge Cannin-Shuck over dinner. I was impressed with how committed and devoted they were to each other. I knew almost immediately that they shared something very special. I was equally impressed with how Midge maintained her focus after she learned of Dick's diagnosis and provided him with constant care. She was with him every step of the way! And even after giving 110% of her energy, she would still question whether or not she could do more. This was a testament of her love and commitment to Dick.
I know that if he were standing here now, he would look at her with his beautiful blue eyes and broad smile and tell her how happy he was to have had her in his life. My condolences to Midge and her family and to Dick's family. May everyone find peace and contentment in their hearts and may Dick rest in peace.
Donald Reed
February 5, 2018
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
February 5, 2018
Our deepest condolences to Richard's family....he was a sweet man and always had a smile on his face....he will be missed!!
Dr. Dalin and staff
Hey pop pop, I miss you already. You were the best pop pop a girl could ask for. My boys loved you to pieces . Every memory was the best.
Nicole, Spencer, Greyson and Trent
February 5, 2018
Juan & Miriam Medina
February 5, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Ralph Hahn
February 5, 2018
My deepest condolences to Dick's family and friends. Always a smile on his face, Dick was a great guy to know. Rest In Peace, my friend.
Ron & Ellie Suarez
February 5, 2018
Our Sincere condolences to the Work family.
ken melson
February 4, 2018
My deepest sympathy to Dick's family. As a former sports editor of The Ocean County Daily Times from 1973 to 1977, and as a Lakewood resident from 1983 to 2003, I knew Dick well from his work with the Blackhawks, and especially as one of the coaches for the Lakewood Little League national championship team. He was dedicated to serving the people and children of Lakewood and will be greatly missed.
Ken Melson (Whiting, NJ)
February 4, 2018
Sending our deepest condolences to the Work family.
Dick and Midge
Midge Schuck
February 4, 2018
The picture speaks for itself. We loved each other when we met 7 and 1/2 years ago. You and I felt your pain together. My blessing was being with you and taking care in my home especially the last year of your life. The last week was the only time away from me for pain control at the hospital; you are in God and Padre Pio's hands, they will take up where I left off.
Love Midge
Gloria Fuschino
February 4, 2018
My deepest sympathy to Dicks family & friends.
Laura Ottmer-Berger
February 3, 2018
Deepest condolences to the family! May he Rest In Peace!
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