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Bill Doody posted a condolence
Sunday, July 14, 2024
I’m sad to learn of Richie’s death. I worked for him at Rutgers Distributors in Staten for many years. He was a good boss. I had always hoped I would run into him again and catch up with each other. Rest in peace Rich.
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Scott M posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 30, 2020
Mr. Policastro was my boss on S.I. N.Y. at Rutgers Dist.
He was a Great guy , always treated us fair and with respect .
I feel really bad he passed I had no idea , I would of went to pay my respects .
My condolences to his family .
Scott M.
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Marta Hess posted a condolence
Thursday, January 16, 2020
Forever in your Hearts & souls, Richie will always be.
Marta Saltiel Hess
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Larry Pishioneri posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
My condolences. Such a great person through the years, from a great family who gave much, an example of how to live life. Rest easy, Richie.
Larry Pishioneri
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Don Heilman posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
Tony Pawlik said it so well for so many fellow DKEs and Rutgers Football players who knew Rich. Like Tony, I feel like I just lost an older brother. No one was a better example of what it is to be a Rutgers man. I had a chance to meet Rich and watch him play when I was in junior high at South River and my dad was coaching at Rutgers. Rich made my decision to play at Rutgers an easy one. He and Lynda were a fantastic couple and always fun to be around. To Lynda and family, our condolences. Rich will always be remembered and held in the highest regard by the entire Heilman family. Don and Diane Heilman
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tony.pawlik@gmail.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
As someone who played at Rutgers after Richie, he always felt like an older brother to me. Whether it was after one of my games, and you know he was aways there....or at a Rutgers football or social function, a DKE outing or just playing golf over the years, his easy, ever present smile, upbeat attitude, or his overall demeanor - you always felt comfortable with Richie and proud to be part of the Rutgers Football Family. His records stand but more importantly his impact on me and a whole bunch of other Rutgers Football players who knew what it meant to play "On The Banks" are heartfelt and in the highest regard...Deepest sympathies to Lynda and the family.
Good bye my friend, you will be missed,
Tony Pawlik
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Deepest sympathies, Megan and Bill Graefe purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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purchased the Sentimental Dreams and planted a memorial tree for the family of Richard Policastro.
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Donna, George, Jenny and Kevin purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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Every time I saw Rich I felt better. Golf, dinner, Rutgers events. We smiled and were kids again. What a loving person. My heart goes out to Lynda and the family. Rich was a great football player but an even nicer person. Smart, kind, and a a caring. When Rich would introduce me at his country club he would say, “This is Greenie, he was my guard”. I was so proud. Poli was special.
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Mike Santoro posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
My Condolences to all of Richie's friends and family. You are in my prayers. Coming from South Plainfield, I was aware of Richie's excellence on the football field before we both showed up at the Virginia Military Institute in September of 1965. We all suffered through the trials and tribulations of the VMI "Rat Year" and, as Jersey Boys at VMI, we tended to support each other. Richie went on to bigger and better football things at Rutgers and I remember seeing him play there. While families and careers put us in different places, I did catch up with him by phone a few years ago and he was just as friendly and outgoing as ever.
Rest in Peace, Richie.
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Hab planted a tree in memory of Richard Policastro
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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Bob Habasevich posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
Poli and I shared a ride from New Jersey to Lexington being recruited to VMI by Sam Timer. The trip initiated the friendship and a pledge to each other to get through what was about to come; two Jersey Boys unaware of how life was about to change on and off the football field. Through our Rat and 2nd year, we tried our hardest to infuse some northern culture into our spartan surroundings sharing pepperoni care packages sent from home.
Richie was a natural leader who earned respect from all who knew him, his smile was infectious and his genuine warmth was evident with each brother rat embrace. He inspired me.
Rest in peace Poli.
Bob Habasevich
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Vince greco posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
I only met Richie a couple of years ago and we both felt a strong bond and became fast friends. I miss him dearly- he was family. Poly was an amazing man, kind and giving with only positive words for others. He let slights pass and was always kind and thoughtful of others.
He went to church weekly and exercised almost daily. Poly was a role model for us all. I know I’m better for having met him.
The only consolation is that he is now with God.
We will all miss him dearly.
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Nanci and Tony Ray purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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Nanci and Tony Ray
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Vinny and Sandy Dima and Family purchased flowers
Tuesday, January 14, 2020
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Vinny and Sandy Dima and Family
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Our deepest and sincere sympathy to you, Lynda and all of your family. We will always remember him as a special friend.
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Monday, January 13, 2020
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Joe & Martha Pancza purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2020
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Joe & Martha Pancza
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I miss you already my good friend. May you Rest In Peace ! (Panther) Joe & Martha
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Doug Marks posted a condolence
Monday, January 13, 2020
To Poli's entire family: I knew Poli as the quarterback of the Rat Football Team at VMI in the fall of 1965. We were all 'lost as a ball in high weeds" at VMI, and as Brother Rats, and as a team, we supported each other and became close. After Richie transferred to his dear Rutgers, I'm afraid I lost track of him up until a few years ago. But ... a VMI Brother Rat is a forever thing! I found his phone number some time back and we caught up. Since then, I've corresponded several times via email.
I was so very shocked and saddened to hear of Richie's death. Even after all these years, I recall and appreciate the leadership he gave to our team, and the friendship we shared. My sincere condolences to Lynda, his children, and all his family. My wife and I will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers, and we pray for the repose of Richie's soul. He won't be forgotten.
RAH VIRGINIA MIL!
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Monday, January 13, 2020
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May God hold you in the palm of his hand during this time of sorrow. We send our love and prayers to all of you today and always. We may not be there with your physically but know we are with your spiritually, emotionally and in every other way.
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Aunt Ro & Don planted a tree in memory of Richard Policastro
Monday, January 13, 2020
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Monday, January 13, 2020
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With deepest sympathy, From the DRIVERS, HELPERS & WAREHOUSEMEN, South Brunswick, High Grade Beverage, " Rest in Peace Richie"
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Kathy and Mike DiGiovanna purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2020
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Lynda, our deepest sympathy to you. Rich was a true gentleman with a winning smile and welcoming spirit. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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Monday, January 13, 2020
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Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family. He will remain in our hearts forever. Love Bob, Janet and Meredith Palombi
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Monday, January 13, 2020
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Bill & Ann Giampolo purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2020
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Mary and Florie Petti purchased flowers
Monday, January 13, 2020
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Mary and Florie Petti
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May your memories of Richie blossom and grow in your hearts, and be the roots of your solace. RIP Richie, we'll ALL miss your smile.
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Monday, January 13, 2020
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Rest in Peace my friend and brother ! Touchdown in Heaven.
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Andrew Aquilini purchased flowers
Sunday, January 12, 2020
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Dean Lanza purchased flowers
Sunday, January 12, 2020
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Rest in Piece my friend ! You will be missed by all you touch . Dean and Moira Lanza
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Love, Jim, Camille and Family purchased flowers
Sunday, January 12, 2020
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Love, Jim, Camille and Family
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Sunday, January 12, 2020
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Wednesday
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January
Visitation
3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
M. David DeMarco Funeral Home, Inc.
205 Rhode Hall Rd.
Monroe Twp., New Jersey, United States
732-521-0555
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16
January
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8:00 am - 9:00 am
Thursday, January 16, 2020
M. David DeMarco Funeral Home, Inc.
205 Rhode Hall Rd.
Monroe Twp., New Jersey, United States
732-521-0555
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10:00 am
Thursday, January 16, 2020
St. Mary of Mt. Virgin
198 Sandford St.
New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
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Richard Policastro
1947 - 2020
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Thomas J. DeMarco, Manager,
N. J. Lic. No. 4651
205 Rhode Hall Road | Monroe Township
| New Jersey | 08831 |
Phone: (732) 521-0555 |
Email: infodemarcofh@gmail.com