Richard Myers, Sr., of Hackettstown NJ passed away on Friday, March 10, 2017 at the age of 77. Richard was born November 3, 1939 in Passaic, NJ to the late Edward and the late Adriana (Van Gurp) Myers.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Rose (Harman) Myers. He was the proud father of one son and three daughters; son Richard Myers, Jr., and fiancé Joanne DeFelice; daughter Sharon Adams and husband Jim; daughter Joan Reif and husband Peter; daughter Michelle Lewis and husband Vernon. Richard had one brother Bruce and his wife Carol Myers; three sisters; Barbara Christensen; Patricia Keller and husband Kenneth; Sue Fallone and husband Jim. He is also survived by seven Grandchildren whom he cherished and adored.
Always available to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbors, Richard was an active member in many local organizations. He was the past president and a lifetime member of the Tri-County Fire Company. He served on the Mansfield Township Planning Board as well as the Hackettstown Union Cemetery Committee. He was the OwnerOperator of Myers Exxon in Hackettstown, NJ for over 23 years. He finished his career at Verizon Communications.
Calling hours will be Thursday, March 16, 2017 from 10:00 am to 12:00 Noon at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ. The funeral will immediately follow at 12:00 Noon. Burial will be private at the request of the family. Those wishing to leave online condolences may do so atwww.cochranfuneral.com/.
Condolences:
Barbara Fowler Miller
#13
March 18th, 2017 6:54 pm
Rich was a great guy and a wonderful classmate in Hackettstown High School Class of 1958. My condolences to his family.
Bill Farr
#12
March 15th, 2017 1:23 pm
Dear all,
Dick was a good friend in school. After I left my Mom
Moved to town and depended on him for service and fuel. Living in Tucson I was so comfortable
that she was in good and honest hands. I always made a point to stop
by when I visited. I feel your loss for he is now in God's loving arms. I'm comforted by that
thought. May God bless you all.
Bill
Darryl Christensen
#11
March 15th, 2017 11:18 am
Even though I didn't get to interact with him that much, Uncle Dick had a real zest and enthusiasm for life! I am sorry that all of you are experiencing this loss. Heartfelt hugs.
Suzi Oman
#10
March 15th, 2017 6:51 am
Sending all my love and sympathy. Uncle Dick was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Betty Tullos
#9
March 14th, 2017 12:03 pm
Our sincere condolences to Rose and family. I wish I could be there with you, but know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you sister.Betty and Dawn
Christine Lattanzi
#8
March 13th, 2017 6:13 pm
I will always remember Richard as such a nice man. The world is better having had his presence with us.
The Schepis Family
#7
March 13th, 2017 5:45 pm
Our heartfelt condolences, thoughts and prayers to you all. May he rest in peace.
Love Sandi,Scott,Jonathan and Everett
Ron & Barbara Shaw
#6
March 13th, 2017 2:41 pm
Our deepest sympathy go out to all the families. So very sorry for your loss. God Bless you all. Ron & Barbara Shaw
Sandi, Scott, Jonathan and Everett Schepis
#5
March 13th, 2017 2:13 pm
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Love the Schepis Family
Anne Costantino-Cooper
#4
March 13th, 2017 1:28 pm
To Michelle and family
Mark and I are so very sorry for your loss.,All of you are in our thoughts and prayers...May ur Dad rest in peace
Joy and Les Snyder, Sr.
#3
March 13th, 2017 12:21 pm
Our Heartfelt Sympathy is sent to the entire Myers family...We have known and been friends with Dick and his family for many years and this is very sad news indeed. God Bless you all...Joy and Les Snyder
Betty (Miller) Nolan
#2
March 13th, 2017 10:47 am
Richard and I (Betty Miller - Nolan) rode the grade school bus together for many years in Long Valley. I enjoyed seeing him at the Hackettstown HS reunions. He and I were good friends. Our sincere condolences to Rosie and the family. I have many fond memories. Betty and Dan Nolan
Kathy Seber Stevens
#1
March 13th, 2017 9:41 am
Richard was one of the nicest classmates from the graduating class of 1958. He always had a smile on his face. We will miss him . Our condolences go out to Rosie and her family. Kathy and Butch Stevens
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