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Richard Wejnert Obituary
Richard Bade Wejnert, 57, of Point Boro, NJ, passed away on Saturday, February 18, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Come and help us celebrate and remember his life on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm at the Oceanside Memorial Home, 2014 Main St., Lake Como, NJ 07719 and again on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm and 7:00pm - 9:00pm at A. K. Macagna Funeral Home, 495 Anderson Ave, Cliffside Park, NJ 07010. Online messages for the family can be left at www.oceansidememorial.com.
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Blaise Cancro
March 7, 2017
I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of Richie. Seems like it was just yesterday we were teammates at Saint Anthony`s High School in the mid-70`s. Richie was a tireless and relentless worker always pushing himself to get better and as a result he became a "PLAYER" ! HE was the glue of the "76" State Championship Team! Richie was a great teammate and friend on and off the court. My deepest condolences to his family, especially his brother Lou. He accomplished a lot in 57years and his beautiful family will be his ultimate legacy ! I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. RIP#22
Blaise and Kerry Cancro
Bill Bade
March 6, 2017
Although being family, I only met Richard once. However, through his brother and other family members I heard a lot about him, especially his amazing basketball skills. Sending my love, prayers, and condolences To the entire family. Bill Bade
Cathy & Billy Ehrlich
March 1, 2017
Karyn,
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
Cathy & Billy Ehrlich
Bill Blauer
March 1, 2017
We are deeply saddened by your loss and will miss Rich dearly. The Blauer family.
Brad Browne
February 27, 2017
I still remember the first game I coached against Rich - I looked over and saw this quite imposing figure at the other bench. His team gave my team quite the hello. Later on, got the know the family slightly better when Tayler attended my daughters high school and watched her play often. I was also able to catch Jordan play a few games before the family moved away. This was one dynamic basketball family. When I am refereeing high school games, I think of coaches like Rich who loved the game, but loved their families far more. I could tell Rich always put his family first. My God help give strength to the Wejnert family in the years ahead.
Craig and Jenny Stambaugh
February 25, 2017
Love and prayers to you, Karyn, and your family. Rich has a special place in Luke's heart for all he taught him about the game of basketball and life. We will continue to hold you all in our prayers. Rich will not be forgotten.
Henry and Felice Tatgenhorst
February 25, 2017
Dear Karyn and family,
So sorry to hear of Richie's passing....he was too young. We are thinking of you and we reflect on the night of our recent high school reunion and the laughs we had that night. So glad both of you were able to attend. We will keep you in our thought s and prayers.
Henry and Felice Tatgenhorst and Family
Mary Beety
February 24, 2017
Richard was my son's basketball coach at Paramus Catholic Rich was wonderful person as well as coach and a very important person to my son David I am so sorry for your loss you and your family will be in my prayers God bless you all
Luke Stambaugh
February 24, 2017
Eternally grateful for the lessons this legend taught me. Talk about a tough guy who led by example and won in everything he did in life. To my Brother in Christ, thank you.
Jim Hague
February 23, 2017
Richie was a great basketball player, a great coach, a great leader of men with great intuition and knowledge of what it took to be a success. I guess it just leads up to him being great. He spoke so bravely at the Bob Hurley tribute last year. He looked strong and appeared on the road to recovery, but cancer doesn't give up in its relentless pursuit of making everyone weep in its path. He's gone way too soon, but left a legacy of greatness that we can all follow. RIP, my friend.
Charlie Oppler
February 23, 2017
Rest in Peace Rich. Your memory springs eternal and I will always remember so many great times together throughout our playing days. I'm sure there is a team in Heaven that needs a center and a coach and a better person they won't find.
The Oppler Family
Myles Patten
February 22, 2017
So sorry forgot your loss the Patten Family,Myles Patten class of 2016
Chrissie Clark
February 22, 2017
Rich was a great coach and mentor to many young adults. He will be missed. Our hearts go out to his family. Rest in peace, Rich. -Chrissie & Dylan Clark
Jacqueline Burke
February 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Coach Rich was a good man and a great role model for our sons. He will be missed.
The Burke Family
Rich Freda
February 21, 2017
Rest in peace Rich...great guy and led the good fight. St. Anthony alum.
February 21, 2017
So sorry to hear about Rich. May God give your family strength during this difficult time. You will be in our prayers.
The Valeriani Family
John McCarthy
February 21, 2017
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Bill Bade
February 21, 2017
I understand what you all are feeling as I am still
dealing with my loss at this time.As his Godfather I
feel a special loss as well.As I am many miles away my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love Bill from Kansas
STANLEY STAPINSKI
February 20, 2017
A great guy i knew in St Anthonys High School back in the good old days in the 70s a great basketball player.It was great that we connected through facebook.RIP RICH GOING TO MISS YOU.
Debbie KEARNEY
February 20, 2017
Rest in Peace Rich......
February 20, 2017
Rest easy Rich - God Bless
Mike Polowitz
February 20, 2017
My condolences to the Wejnert family. Rest in peace my friend.
Dan Balzofiore
Lee Papathanasiou
February 20, 2017
To know Rich Wejnert was to know a natural leader who exemplified resilience and perseverance. His witty humor and the life stories he shared will never be forgotten. My sincerest condolences.
Cynthia Aybar
February 20, 2017
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing. Our thoughts & prayers to all of you during this difficult time.
The Aybar Family
February 20, 2017
So sorry to hear of Rich's passing, our thoughts and prayers to all of you during this most difficult time.
Cynthia Aybar & Family
February 20, 2017
We were very sorry to hear about Rich's passing. Condolences to your family. Sincerely, The Boice's
joe crociata
February 20, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss, he was a good man.
Robert ( Bob) Spadavecchia
February 20, 2017
Dear karyn and family
I loved Richard very much, watched him grow up to be the man he became and I'm sadden by his passing. May he rest in peace ❤
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