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Roger Conant Obituary
AGE: 52 • Brick
Roger Price St. John Conant, 52, of Brick, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, at home. He was born in Summit, NJ and moved to Toms River and then Brick 1966. He enjoyed life to the fullest with his nieces and friends. Active in the Community, Brookdale College and he was the Executive Director of the Pura Vida Project promoting peace, sustainability and empowerment through cross cultural understanding for children of Costa Rica. He loved Music and Video Photography.
He is surived by his mother, Margaret P. Hahl; sisters, Cheryl Conant, Patricia Parodi and her husband Marciano; and his nieces, Chantel, Bianca and Marge.
A memorial service will be held at a later date and will be announced. Private cremation. Silverton Memorial Funeral Home, Toms River, is in charge of arrangements. www.silvertonmemorial.com
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Joel Morgovsky
October 22, 2024
A memory of Roger goes back to our years at Brookdale Community College. A colleague and I wanted to make a funny, but academically rich video to promote Positive Psychology in class and at conferences. At the time, late 90s, early 2000s, Roger was rather burnt out from having to make videos he found unfulfilling. Our project lit him up and energized him. We all enjoyed doing the work very much. We bonded during the project and were mutually grateful for the opportunity to do good, mutually joyful work together. I think of Roger's generosity of spirit and easy camaraderie. Rest in peace and thank you, Roger.
Margaret M. McMenamin
October 20, 2021
I think about you every time I see my surfboards or my wetsuits. Your loving free spirit continues to inspire me to be a better person. Every day.
RIP Roger.
Kelli Sanders
October 20, 2021
It's hard to believe that it will 10 years since your passing. I have so many fond memories. Thank you for helping me through grad school. You were the worst dancer, but never missed a Zumba class :) You are truly missed. Rest well my friend and colleague
Kim Van Lew
October 20, 2021
When I think of Roger, I smile. He was kind and funny without knowing he was. I can still hear his voicemail when I use to leave messages for him at work. He was such a wonderful man. He is so missed by his Brookdale Family.
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Leslie Ann Banfitch
October 20, 2021
Miss you buddy. Thinking of you today.
Margaret McMenamin
October 23, 2020
I think about Roger often--especially when I am on the beach and see surfers. Wish I knew how much pain he was in. Wish I could have done more to help. Praying for him, for his family, and for the others who mourn his passing.
Leslie Banfitch
October 20, 2020
Thinking of your bright, shining personality today. You are missed.
Leslie Banfitch
October 20, 2019
Thinking of Roger today. I will never forget his sweetness. ❤
adam
March 12, 2017
I happened to think of Roger recently and thought I'd try and track him down but I never thought that I would find him gone.
November 10, 2011
it nice to know that here are a lot of people out there that care for my brother roger . he was known. what do and say to people he also love the beach his loving sister patricia
One of his FAVORITE things to do in life...surf, photos, and kids!
November 10, 2011
Leslie Ann Banfitch
November 9, 2011
I am so terribly saddened by the news of Roger's passing. My prayers are with his family at this difficult time. I don't feel I have to pray for his soul because none was more beautiful than his. I am certain that he is brightening the Heavens with his smile. Roger you will be missed. xo
Roger and his friend Greg Mortenson
November 9, 2011
Annette Colt
November 9, 2011
The first time I saw Roger he was wearing a blue blazer and a tie!-he was interviewing for a job with us at BTV, so long ago. He was always moving: doing yoga, kayaking, biking. At one point when he was looking for an inexpensive vacation I said,"I hear Costa Rica is good for surfing and you can camp on the beach." The rest is history.
Roger was an artist with a big heart. He will be missed.
Shari Grace
November 9, 2011
I've heard it said people come into our lives for a reason - to teach us something we must learn. Well, I don't know if all that's true, but I know my life is infinitely better, because I knew you. Roger, I am heartbroken. For your short life, for those who must go on without you, and because I will miss you so much. Rest in peace, my friend.
Paul Distefano
November 8, 2011
I've known Roger since the mid '80's when I first got into the video business. He was a customer, but felt more like a friend. I guess it was his nature to make others feel that way whenever they were around him. He could always make me laugh! I was in the area of Brookdale CC today and decided to stop in and say hello. Needless to say, I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of his passing. Rest in peace, bro. God now has a new staff videographer.
Ellzabeth
November 7, 2011
The world sparkles a little less without Roger around. Memories cannot assuage his absence, but his zest for life and the unique way he saw the world will continue to inspire. I am so fortunate to have had him as a colleague, mentor, and friend. What an amazing human being....
Shine on, Roger, shine on!
Joe and Jane
November 3, 2011
I cant believe we will never see Roger again, he will be missed so much by us. He is now an angel watching over us. Rest in Peace Roger, you will be forever in our hearts
Sunset stroll April 2011
November 2, 2011
Roger with two of his best assets...his smile and his camera.
November 2, 2011
Maureen O'Neil
November 2, 2011
To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die.
Lenore Lyons
November 1, 2011
I'm so sad to hear of Roger's passing. I first met him in his student production group then worked with him in the TV Dept at Brookdale. He was a great mentor and touched many people's lives. His love of life and helping others, creativity and humor will be missed.
Fellow Brookdale Employee
November 1, 2011
Rest in peace.
Kelli Sanders
November 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Roger's family. May you find solace in the fact the he was an Angel on earth, by touching the lives of so many people. I will miss my "Zumba" buddy (Roger had no rhythm, but danced his heart out and had fun!) I will also treasure the advice that truly helped me enhance both my academic and professional careers and how to embody a positive outlook towards life's obstacles. Roger, I thank you. May you rest in sweet peace.
Tom Phillips
November 1, 2011
I've known Roger since 1991, we met at Brookdale while I was finishing my degree.We use to edit together, and we just really got along. I considered him one of my closest friends, he had true passion for his work and a big heart, he really cared about the students. The world will miss him very much. Roger was an example of man at his best. His kindness torwards his fellow human beings will never be forgotten; it lives on in us.
Melissa
October 31, 2011
My condolences to Roger's family and everyone that knew him. I got the opportunity of working with Roger at Brookdale TV as an intern while getting my associates at Brookdale. He was a great teacher and a really great person to work with. We are all going to miss him. Brookdale will never be the same. Thanks for everything Roger.
Leaving the beach after a day of fun in the waves with the tribe.
October 31, 2011
Tom Cioppa
October 30, 2011
Roger was a wonderful human being and a committed humanist. We both volunteered with the Best Day Foundation during the summer months. Best Day takes autistic kids surfing: Roger turned me on to this special Foundation. I will miss him dearly and the surf just won't be the same without him. Rest in peace my friend.
Geo.
October 29, 2011
My deepest condolences to Roger's family and everyone who had the good fortune to know this great guy. My friendship with Roger goes back to the mid-1980s, when we attended Rutgers and were roommates in New Brunswick. Though he finished classes in 1986, and left N.B. shortly thereafter, our friendship remained constant. His remarkable photography and his often hilarious poetry--the latter a reflection of his infectious sense of humor--leave a legacy. But mostly I will remember taking long walks, or rides, with Roger and talking about everything. On one such walk, more than 20 years ago, after my father died unexpectedly, Roger propped me up and was so supportive. But that's the kind of guy Roger was. I was saddened to learn of his passing. I am grateful to have had his friendship and am better for the more than quarter century I knew him. I will always love you, Rog. RIP, my Brother.
October 28, 2011
Roger was a wonderful person. He made me laugh out loud. I will miss his frantic phone calls and emails at work. Always made me laugh and smile. Just a great person.
Cindy O'Connor
October 28, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of Roger's passing, and extend my sincere condolences to his family. I've met few people whose presence is as gentle and compassionate as Roger's was. I will always remember him with my heart.
Kathleen McGreevy
October 28, 2011
My condolences to all of Roger's family. I got to know him over the years working at the College. Roger was a sweet, kind man, who had a good heart, and I'll miss him.
Sarah (Brennan) Brazill
October 28, 2011
How deeply saddened I was to learn of the loss of Roger. I consider myself fortunate to have known and worked with him in my time at Brookdale; his talent, kindness and compassion won't soon be forgotten.
Everyone who had the privilege of knowing Roger was better for it.
M. Beth Boylan
October 27, 2011
Roger had a ready smile and a kind word whenever our paths crossed on Brookdale's campus. He was a responsive, professional colleague, and a genuinely nice guy. I'm grateful I knew him for a little while on this earth.
Peace be with you Roger. . . you will be missed.
Jeannie Toher
October 27, 2011
Anyone who knew Roger, even a little, felt his passion and compassion. I am so sad that he has gone so soon and hope his family, particularly his Mom, feels some comfort in knowing that many people, and I, grieve with them.
Kirsten Kristensen
October 27, 2011
Roger, I am shocked to learn that you are not among us anymore. Your support of our Knowledge is Power - Three Cups of Tea college project to benefit Greg Mortenson's and our school in Pakistan taught us what an extremely kind and caring personality you had on top of your talent as photographer and TV professional. I just used one of your photos today and cannot understand that I cannot just call you to say thanks. Deeply missed.
Meg Natter
October 27, 2011
The campus just won't be the same without Roger's smile. My daughter and I loved catching lunches with him during the summer months, especially at Fins in Bradley Beach where Roger loved the surfer vibe. Sweet, sweet guy who cared about everyone--sure will miss him.
Kenneth McGee
October 27, 2011
"Roger thought different. I'm going to miss that."
I wrote that on a condolence card my colleagues at Brookdale are sending to Roger's Mom. We worked together for all of those twenty some-odd years... so many words I've seen written by others remind me of time I've spent in the very same situations with him. Gonna miss you, guy.
Lynn Johnson
October 27, 2011
I met Roger in my first Yoga class at Brookdale a few years ago. He was very expert and willingly helped the rest of us who were new and struggling. I will always remember his kindness and his cheery "Hello" whenever I ran into him on campus. May you rest in peace Roger; you will be missed.
Joel Morgovsky
October 27, 2011
Add my condolences to all those already given. I had the pleasure to work with Roger and his fineBTV crew this summer on a creative project for the International PositivePsychology Association 2nd World Congress in Philadelphia. It was a wonderful collaboration that I know he enjoyed as well. We all hoped to carry out similar projects in the future. Alas, that cannot happen any longer. I will miss him and cherish our project even more. RIP, Roger
Joel Morgovsky, Brookdae Psychology Dept.
Steve Curto
October 27, 2011
Roger was one of those special Brookdale people who loved what he did and whose motivation was being the best professional he could be in service to both students and colleagues. His help with last year's FYE effort was invaluable. He will certainly be missed.
Stephen Cooper
October 27, 2011
RIP, buddy. It was a privilege to know you.
(I worked at Brookdale with Roger, for many years.)
Ana Alvarado
October 27, 2011
Roger was someone very important in my college years. He was the co-adviser for my club, and he made so many things possible, he always had a positive outlook on life, and was the nicest person ever. I will miss him so much, but I know he is in a great place, watching over us, and rooting for everyone to be the best we can be. May he rest in peace, and he will be missed
Beloved Jersey Shore 2010
October 27, 2011
Gwendolyn Evans
October 27, 2011
Roger was someone I had an enormous respect for. He cared for students and staff alike. You could count on Roger in times of need. I am deeply saddened by his death,it is extremely difficult to accept. I will remember his support and many kind words always. I am grateful to be able to call him my friend. Thank you Heavenly Father for receiving him into your arms.
October 27, 2011
I can't believe that I won't see Roger going past my desk in the MAN basement, with his grin and big hello. I admire his accomplishments, both for Brookdale and for the children of Costa Rica who were helped by Roger's PuraVida project. All of us who collaborated on projects with Roger and BTV are stunned at this loss. All sympathy and prayers, Marianne Drake
Ray White
October 27, 2011
I was very shocked to hear of Roger passing. I knew him from our time at Brookdale. He was a genuine person,may he rest in peace.
Stephen Nacco
October 27, 2011
Roger was a gentle soul, a thoroughly good person who dedicated himself to serving others, from his volunteer work to help children in Costa Rica to everything he brought to those of us who were his Brookdale colleagues. I wish there were some way his family knew how much we loved him.
October 27, 2011
Diane Nuttall
October 26, 2011
Such sad news... RIP Roger
Kerri Hansen
October 26, 2011
My buddy our friend my other father we joked.......am severely missed ......u still owe us pictures
Love kerri creative cuts
Dr. Peter Burnham
October 26, 2011
I just found out today about Roger's passing. In my twenty years at Brookdale, I had many occasions to benefit from his talent and that of the great staff at BTV. Roger was a dedicated professional who worked tielessly to put the best "look" possible on Brookdale. Many were the times he and the staff made me, the college President, look better than ever. I am saddened; and,I grieve for him and all those who cared for a real quality person. Prayers from all of us in the Burnham family.
Margaret M. McMenamin
October 26, 2011
RIP Roger. You were loved and you will be missed.
Leila Wollman
October 26, 2011
You will remain in the hearts of the people who knew you.
Greta
October 26, 2011
Rest in Peace, Roger. You will be missed.
Leila Wollman
October 26, 2011
Roger helped people. He cared and nurtured the students at Brookdale Community College. He was a good friend. This is a major loss for Brookdale, students, and people he reached out to to give help.
Roger Fall 2010 - photgraphing the little guy's soccer game.
October 26, 2011
Roger, I will never stop loving you. I know we will see each other again. We've miss you terribly.
Summer & the boys
Kari Smith
October 26, 2011
So sorry to hear of Roger's passing. He was a large part of the best part of my childhood
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