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Stephen Hecht Obituary
AGE: 47 • Metuchen
Stephen C. Hecht, 47, of Metuchen passed away at home on Friday, April 1, 2011. Born on February 2, 1964 in New Brunswick, he was a life long resident of Metuchen. He was a retired letter carrier for the US Postal Service. He graduated from Metuchen High School in 1982, where he played varsity baseball and football for four years. He coached Pop Warner football and little league baseball. He was a big fan of the NY Jets.
He was predeceased by his mother Thelma Hecht and his sister Nancy Jo Thomas. He is survived by his son Jake R. Hecht of Alpha, NJ, father Richard N. Hecht of Rockport, TX, two brothers Robert Hecht of Metuchen and Richard Hecht Jr. of Metuchen, sister Mary Jane Johnson of Rockport, TX, two step-children Sarah and Dan.
Visitation will be on Wednesday from 7-9 pm at the Flynn and Son/Koyen Funeral Home 319 Amboy Ave., Metuchen, NJ 08840. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Metuchen High School Booster Club. For directions, or to send a message of condolence visit our website at www.flynnfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Jake Hecht
June 8, 2025
The best father and greatest person in my life, my best friend, my coach, my dad<3 happy best friends day, you'll always be mine.. with all the love we have to give sincerely your only son and only grandson Jake n Judah.
Linda Berg
April 16, 2011
for a "Braveheart"
Ann Ernish
April 9, 2011
Life is about making shared memories. I have many positive ones with steve.
Blessings tom the family.
Ann Ernish
Napa Valley, California
Sue Gill
April 8, 2011
Steve, may you rest in peace my friend.
We know that this is not the end. Many hearts will slowly mend.
My sympathies to all, I must send.
robert gross
April 7, 2011
steve was a very talented person.he will be missed by many. now he is on the right hand side of the father. singing in the heavenly chior. may God keep his hands of mercy upon his familly and loved ones.
Dawn Gross
April 6, 2011
Great person and classmate, good memories and you will be missed.
Dianne Casolite/Wells
April 5, 2011
So sorry you had to go so soon.You were always the one to put a smile on someone's face and always had nice things to say.You will be missed by me and Jeff.RIP
Melinda Casolite
April 5, 2011
I can't believe your gone. You were always there for everyone and were always there to make someone laugh. You even spoiled me like I was your daughter. Wish I could have seen you one last time. Rest in peace Steve. Ill miss you always.
April 5, 2011
one hell of a pitcher even better person RIP #7 show um how to throw the deuce up there buddy jimbo
Debbie Stanski
April 5, 2011
We will miss Steve so much. He had such a big heart. My family has such great memories of a great man.
John Matas
April 5, 2011
Steve and I played baseball together for many years-Always enjoyed catching for him! Quiet leader type personality, excellent athlete, never shook a sign, and a great fork ball! RIP my friend!!
Lori Berg
April 5, 2011
Had a lot of great times with Steve!! Great memories.R.I.P.my condolences to the family.
Marisa Kravarik
April 4, 2011
I went to Moss School all the way to MHS with Steve. I always loved how athletic he was. In 5th grade we had a push up competition. I think he won. My sorrow goes out to his family for their loss.
April 4, 2011
We love you dearly and will miss you! Although God has called you home, we will hold our memories of you close in our hearts.
Dot and Matt, Alpha, NJ
Steve Hubert
April 4, 2011
Fare well to a good friend, we had alot of good times,youve gone to a better place where your free of your pain you will be missed by many.R.I.P.aND My condolences to the family
Sally Ogg - Garcia
April 4, 2011
Went to school with Steve forever and although he tormented me at times I knew it was all in fun. He was always a good friend with a consent smile on his face - Sally Ogg Garcia
Anrhony Hankerson
April 4, 2011
My condolences to the family.
April 4, 2011
He will be missed. A good man. Andrew Slobodien
April 4, 2011
So sorry for your loss. - John, Kelly & Johnny Novak
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