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ALFRED L. GARA
AGE: 72 RARITAN
Alfred L. Gara, 72, of Raritan died Monday, March 2, 2009 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Raritan, NJ to his loving parents, Americo and Marie Gaburo Gara on May 11, 1936. Alfred was an English teacher at Somerville High School for 33 years. While he was there he also coached football, wrestling, swimming and was an umpire for the schools baseball team. He also taught Drivers education. Al enjoyed family get togethers; he enjoyed cruising on his trawler "serenity" in Barnegat Bay. He was a kind and caring person, a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and brother.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Elizabeth "Betty" (nee Heynor); two sons, Brent and wife Doreen Gara of Forked River, Mark and wife Stefanie Gara of Raritan; two daughters, Christine Seiffert of Bridgewater and Kathleen and husband James Freeman of Marlton, NJ; a sister, Madeline and husband Raymond Giovanetti of Toms River; nine grandchildren, Daniel, Jessica, and Michael Steiffert, Nicholas and Rachael Gara, Jason and Grace Freeman and Jakob and Madison Gara.
A visitation will be held at 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Bongiovi Funeral Home, 416 Bell Avenue, Raritan, NJ 908-725-1887, on Thursday, March 5, 2009. A Religious service will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will follow at St. Bernard Cemetery, Bridgewater, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations in his memory can be made to the Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills, 200 Mt. Airy Road, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920.
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Allen C Poole
January 29, 2024
The Gara Family , January 29, 2024 I met a very nice women named Betty . I asked what is her last name is and she told me it is Gara . She mentioned that her husband went through the Somerville school system , and after graduating college , he went back to the Somerville school, as a teacher , where he taught English , drivers education , coached football , and freshman wrestling. I was educated by Alfred Gara , back in the 60's his name was Mr. Gara . I have much respect for him . He taught me English , how to work with a team , football , and , and how to work by myself , wrestling . I look back to the mid 1960's , I have great memories of Sam Yohn , Mr Benner , Campbel Platt , Al (Boomy) Malacoff , MR Maza, Ms Clark, Mr Michael Lepp , Ms Meredith , Mr Tozzi , Mr Criesie ,of course, MR. Alfred Gara .I was inspired by these people and Alfred Gara , the name brings back very good memories of my past .
I am very glad I met Betty today
Francesca Jankowitz
March 7, 2009
Brent & family,
Remembering you and your family at this time of sadness. I knew your Dad through swimming(I swam for East) and he was a really nice man. My Dad also just died and I know how difficult this time will be.
Happiness in all those wonderful memories!
Francesca
Pamela Huefner
March 5, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and paryers are with you and your family at this time.
Bill & Kay McCann
March 4, 2009
Dear Betty and family,
Our hearts were broken this morning when we heard the sad news. We offer our sincerest sympathy and our prayers. Al was a special person and we were blessed to know him.
Bill & Kay McCann
March 4, 2009
Dear Betty and family,
Our hearts are broken at the news we received today. Our prayers and sympathy are with you. Al was a special person and we were blessed to know him.
Jo-Ann Liptak
March 4, 2009
Nana and I send our deepest sympathy to you. We know how hard these past weeks have been for you. May God bless you and keep you in his loving care.
Helen Gara
March 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Raymond Gara
March 4, 2009
please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Al will be missed by all who knew him. Our love and prayers are with you.
Ray and Carolyn
jim decicco
March 3, 2009
To the Gara Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the recent passing of Al. I have known Al as a loving father, grandfather, superb teacher, and loyal friend. Al will always be remembered as a gentleman who cared deeply for his family and his community. Al's legacy will be "How he touched and influenced legions of young people to become productive citizens in society. Our community was well served by Al's devotion and compassion. Rest in Peace Al, we will all miss you.
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