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Saturday
9
January
Memorial Service
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Saturday, January 9, 2021
Freeman Manalapan - Marlboro Funeral Home
344 Route 9 North
Manalapan, New Jersey, United States
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Angela c posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Rich was a great person! I worker for wakefern and rich was always happy to see everyone, and loved to make workers laugh. He helped the husky house dog rescue with lots of items and notarized documents for them and garden state german shepherd rescue. I was devasted to hear that he passed from that horrible virus. I know he will be missed by family and wakefern everyday.
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Jim Neary posted a condolence
Saturday, January 23, 2021
I am so sorry for the loss of Rich. We go back a long way. His was my best man. We travelled together. His parents were like second parents to a fairly new immigrant. Went to school together.
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Doug Kinney posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
I met Rich in college when he was our goalie on the hockey team. We reconnected playing golf in the Jackson Golf League. He was a great guy and I always enjoyed his company. I’m sure he’s now hitting those long drives in heaven... Rest In Peace my friend.
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Theresa Di Edwardo-Quirke posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
Rich your were the best boss and friend anyone could ask for
Even though we lost touch the last 8 years I always thought about you in your birthday May 22 every year.
Life happens and I am so upset I haven’t seen or spoke to you
Rest In Peace with the angels
Love you !
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Marge Sisko Ganovsky lit a candle
Sunday, January 10, 2021
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Rich you hired my 23 years ago. Giving me a chance to enjoy my best years. Your smiles, laughter, hugs and understanding has meant the world to me. You were always there thru the good and bad times. We spoke many times about families, and how blessed you were for April and all of your children. I know you are in heaven looking down at all of us. You always joked with me about Greg, that if I needed you that you would take care of him.. Many thoughts and prayers for your entire family. You are truly missed and loved.
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Kathy O'Neill planted a tree in memory of Richard Corvasce
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Hi April & Family, Rich was one of the nicest people I have ever known. For over 40 years. I pray that you get thru this sad time, So unimaginable
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Kathy O'Neill lit a candle
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Rachel Hine lit a candle
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Sending all our love. We are all trurly heartbroken. He truely was a gentle giant with a massive heart and a lovely warm smile. So glad we got to spend some time with you . Much love to all the family. We are thinking of you. Uncle Alec, Auntie Jenny, Rachel , Mark and family xxx
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Saturday, January 9, 2021
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Where do you begin to express the deep sorrow we are all feeling over the loss of such a wonderful man and great friend as Rich Corvasce.
We had the honor of having been friends with Rich, his wife April and his amazing family and friends for many years. We will cherish all the beautiful memories of the special occasions, parties and celebrations that they included us in.
Bill has been friends with Rich for over 40 years. They share the same birthdate and we celebrated many together. They were friends at work and play (weekend golf, ski trips) and during hard times. Rich was there for Bill when he lost his 1st wife Chris. He was a true friend.
Bill received an email from another friend on January 7th with the poem below. Someone here mentioned and posted the photos from the Christmas Rich played the Train Conductor from Polar Express. We would like to believe the timing of this message to Bill was not a coincidence. It was our pleasure to have been a passenger on his train.
The Train of Life
Life is like a journey on a train with its stations, with changes of routes and with accidents!
At birth we boarded the train and met our parents, and we believe they will always travel on our side. However, at some station our parents will step down from the train, leaving us on this journey alone.
As time goes by, other people will board the train; and they will be significant i.e. our siblings, friends, children, and even the love of our life. Many will step down and leave a permanent vacuum. Others will go so unnoticed that we don’t realize that they vacated their seats!
This train ride will be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists of having a good relationship with all the passengers…requiring that we give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station we ourselves will step down. So, we must live in the best way – Love, forgive, and offer the best of who we are. It is important to do this because when the time comes for us to step down and leave our seat empty, we should leave behind beautiful memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of life without us.
I wish you a joyful journey for the coming years on your train of life. Reap success, give lots of love and be happy. More importantly, be thankful for the journey!
Lastly, I thank you for being one of the passengers on my train!
~Unknown
Anne Spanswick uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, January 9, 2021
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I was lucky enough to have Richard as my cousin. He was always a bright light in our lives. We were lucky that Richard, April, Eddie and Lauren visited us in Leicester (England) last March, for a wonderful day with us and Alec, Jenny. Rachel and family Looking at pictures and sharing memories. It would have been great to have spent more time with Richard over the years. But when we did meet, he was able to make it feel that we had only met yesterday. His smile would light up a room, our time together too brief. He is with his mum in heaven, my mum (Joyce), my dad , nana and grandad. Richard left us too soon. We all loved him and miss him. His wonderful family will be his legacy on earth, through them a part of Richard will always be with us. We send our love, prayers and deepest sympathy to April and the all the Corvasce clan. Love from Adrian, Anne, Richard and William (Spanswick).
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Friday, January 8, 2021
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Like the saying goes, we may have lost a good soul here on earth but heaven gained an angel. I am very lucky and grateful to have met Rich and became my boss ever since I joined Wakefern 21 year ago. He’s there for us in good times and in bad. He’s a very kind, caring and selfless human being, he will be sorely missed by so many. My sincere condolences to his whole family. Keeping everyone in my prayers.
Sharing our department picture taken a year ago and his conductor role in one of our Christmas contest.
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Jane & Steve Zebro planted a tree in memory of Richard Corvasce
Friday, January 8, 2021
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Michelle posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2021
Rich you were the most selfless person I know. Always there for anything needed. From helping me with my Algebra home work 35 years ago, your guidance and support to ckean up and cooking at Thanksgiving and New Years gatherings. I already miss you so much. I know there only a few that could love a brother in law as much as I did you. This is not hard to do because of the great man that you are. Keep watching us from Heaven, with that infectious smile and hugging Mum and all the rest of our loved ones in heaven. Love you always and forever, Michelle XOXO
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connie vogel lit a candle
Friday, January 8, 2021
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Rich you will be truly missed. You have been one of my best friends I have known in my life. You have been there for me when I was going thru a bad time and just there for me to listen. I will never forget you and your giant smile always. I know you are in heaven with your Mom right now and of course taking care of her as you have done for so many people here. I will miss seeing you at all the gathering we use to go to at your house and seeing April also. I will miss seeing you behind the bar downstairs mixing drinks for everyone. I hope each and everyone in their life can have a true friend like I have had in you. My prayers are with you, April and your family. I will never forget you and hope to see you again someday. Keep smiling down on us.
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Bob posted a condolence
Friday, January 8, 2021
Brother I miss you already. You were the best brother anybody could have. This hurts never thought I'd have to do this. Mom was hard enough and now you. I'm happy I was at your side when you left us just like I was with Mom. You always had my back and was there for me. I know you'll still be there. I have so many great memories of you I'll never stop talking about you. I'll love you forever and miss you. Little brother.
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Christina Villalva lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Although I didn't know Rich very well, I will always remember his warmth and friendliness whenever I visited his home. He always had a smile and a positive attitude, and was just a good guy to be around. We send our prayers and condolences to the Corvasce family.
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Adina Ravitz lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Rich was never seen without a huge smile and a warm greeting. He could make your day in an instant. May he rest in peace. My prayers are with his family.
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Maureen Rebimbas lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Rich, They certainly did break the mold when they made you. You were one of the kindest and most genuine man I ever met and I seriously don't think there could be a person at Wakefern that didn't feel the same way if they met you. Thank you for being the role model you were. Thank you for having a friendly face to call when I needed to talk - work or otherwise. Thank you for sharing yourself and your stories with us. Thank you for leading the teams you lead for so many years and making us laugh in the process. Thank you for just being you!
To Rich's family. God Bless you for sharing this wonderful man with us and my heart goes out to all of you as you try to process this great loss. We will miss him dearly.
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Lynn Corvasce planted a tree in memory of Richard Corvasce
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Love and miss you. You were one of a kind. Rest In Peace. You are with Mom now.
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Kumari Kellman lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Rich was one of the first people at Wakefern. He had a warm, welcoming smile and a beautiful soul. His presence will be greatly missed. I am grateful to have known you. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Grant McLoughlin posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Rich was a great guy in all respects. A true professional that was always helpful, but also a absolute pleasure to speak with and enjoy time together. I personally will miss our interaction and conversations.... I am heartbroken that we all lost such a special guy.
RIP my friend ... you will be missed
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Gene Fradella posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Well they built the Titanic to be one of a kind, but many ships have ruled the seas
They built the Eiffel Tower to stand alone, but they could build another if they please
Taj Mahal, the pyramids of Egypt, are unique I suppose
But when they built you, brother, they broke the mold
Now the world is filled with many wonders under the passing sun
And sometimes something comes along and you know it's for sure the only one
The Mona Lisa, the David, the Sistine Chapel, Jesus, Mary, and Joe
And when they built you, brother, they broke the mold
When they built you, brother, they turned dust into gold
When they built you, brother, they broke the mold
They say you can't take it with you, but I think that they're wrong
'Cause all I know is I woke up this morning, and something big was gone
Gone into that dark ether where you're still young and hard and cold
Just like when they built you, brother, they broke the mold
Now your death is upon us and we'll return your ashes to the earth
And I know you'll take comfort in knowing you've been roundly blessed and cursed
But love is a power greater than death, just like the songs and stories told
And when she built you, brother, she broke the mold
That attitude's a power stronger than death, alive and burning her stone cold
When they built you, brother
Rest in Peace to Great Man.
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Natercia Fernandes lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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"Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories" - Ronald Reagan
How lucky were we to have had someone like Rich cross paths with us. He was one of a kind and he will be greatly missed by so many. Sending my deepest condolences to the Corvasce Family.
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Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Karen F posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
I knew Rich for about 3 years at work. He was a warm person with a great sense of humor. Rich will be deeply missed by all who knew him
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Cecilia Marchi lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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I am so sorry for the loss of Rich. I know Rich through our many, many years at Wakefern in the Finance dept. When I picture Rich, its always with that sweet smile on his face. He will be sorely missed at Wakefern. Please accept my condolences at such a difficult time.
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Fran Smith posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Rich has been such a positive light in my 35 years at Wakefern. I am sad and confused how this can happen to one of the nicest people on earth. I will miss his hugs, laugh, conversations and so many other things. The only comfort for me at this point is the wonderful memories of him such as; sharing family pictures, conversations we had when there were challenges in my personal life, him being our division handy man when something needed tweaking and of course dressing up as the train conductor for our holiday competition - which we won, to name only a few. I pray for all of us who feel the loss of his presence. I especially pray for the family with their loss of a wonderful husband, father, brother, son and of course grandfather.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Fran Smith
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Shari Wexler posted a condolence
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Rich will be terribly missed. I worked with him for 30 years and cannot imagine the halls of Wakefern without him. He greeted everyone with a smile. He was patient, approachable and always knew the answer. You could go to Rich with anything, whether personal or work-related. He would make time for you and was a great listener. He had a great sense of humor. Rich was so proud of his family. My deepest condolences to his family.
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Valerie Krickus lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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I worked with Rich for over 20 years. In that time I never saw him without a smile on his face. I will always remember our talks in the lunchroom about Bruce Springsteen and about retiring someday. I finally did retire but am heartbroken that Rich never got the chance. He was a great boss and more than that a great man. RIP my friend.
Valerie Krickus
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Susan Scarangella uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Rich was always willing to support us as a department. Here is a photo of us at our Christmas Department decorating contest. Rich was our "conductor" here. He was also our conductor on a daily basis. He was always there for us and his door was always open.
I am honored to call him my friend and will miss him dearly.
My condolences to Rich's family. He will always be in my thoughts.
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Eric Grossman lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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I knew Rich from Wakefern since 1999 when he started in the Shoprite Supermarket office. He was the nicest guy I met when we were there. Everyone knew about our rivalry with the Yankees (he was a huge Yankees fan) and myself as a Mets Fan in the office. He once lost a bet with me and was a good sport and wore a Mets shirt (which he gave me) and a Mets hat. He was always supportive of me and always greeted me with a smile and a handshake. I'm so sad and devastated to learn of his passing. He will never be forgotten. My condolences to the Corvasce family on their loss. I will always remember the good times at work and always remember the fun we had with that baseball rivalry. God bless you Rich.
Eric Grossman
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Jackie and Tony Greco lit a candle
Thursday, January 7, 2021
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Dear April & Family,
There are no words to express the heartbreak of losing Rich. He was such a nice person, always had a smile on his face and always cared about everyone he met. He will truly be missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jackie & Tony Greco
