Richard Stefanski a resident of Bayonne, NJ passed away peacefully at his Eltingville home on April 22nd, surrounded by his beloved family.
A strong, courageous man, Rich was the devoted son of Frances and Stanley Stefanski, and brother of Stanley, Jr. He was married to Barbara (Bukovac), the “Love of his life” for over 56 years and was the father to Susan, their first born angel, Richard, Jr., Sandra (O’Keefe) and Christine. Jack and Christina, his loving grandchildren rarely missed a daily visit with their “Pop”. Devoted father-in-law to John O’Keefe of whom he was very fond.
Rich was a graduate of Marist High School, Bayonne, NJ and Local Union #3IBEW Apprenticeship Training Program. He was a foreman for most of his career as an electrician. Rich enjoyed the challenges of his mostly “sky scraper” jobs in NYC. League bowling was a favorite of Rich’s. Coaching little league baseball and golf in his retirement years with this electrician “buddies”, his trips to Atlantic City and travelling to faraway places always made him happy. Family and friends were always welcomed in his home “the gathering place”.
His passing during the Easter time symbolizes Rich was devoted to his Catholic faith. May the Resurrected Christ bless our BIG Rich always.
Funeral will be held on Friday, April 26, 2019 at 9:15am at Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home with a funeral mass of a Christian burial at St. Clements R.C. Church at 10:15am followed by a burial at St. Peters. Family and Friends will be received on Thursday, 2-4pm & 7-9pm.
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Thursday, April 25, 2019
2:00pm - 4:00pm
5 thoughts on “Richard Stefanski”
So sorry for your loss. May he rest in heavenly peace. ???????? Prayers to the Stefanski Family.
To Barbara Rich Jr Sandy Chris John Jack and Christina our deepest sympathy to all. Rich was a good man and friend.Always in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. He will never be forgotten. We love you all . With much love Richard and Janet.
My dear friend Christine, may your dad rest in the arms of the angels now.
God bless you and your family. I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad.
May God give you strength and comfort during this very difficult time.
Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Thank you for sharing him with us.
Respiratory team
SIUH
Barbara, Richie, Christine and Sandy so sorry to hear of your Husband and father’s passing
he will be forever missed but.. never forgotten.