Richard M. Alexander, DC
Born: Sun Dec 16, 1945
Died: Mon Jul 23, 2012
Visitation
4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wed Aug 01, 2012
Location: Our Funeral Home
Memorial Service
7:00 PM Wed Aug 01, 2012
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Dr. Richard M. Alexander, 66, of Keyport, passed away, Monday, July 23, 2012, at his home. Born in New York, NY, he was a lifelong resident of Keyport and Hazlet. He was a 1965 graduate of Raritan High School and later received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1972.
Richard was predeceased by his beloved wife, Cheryl Lynn Alexander; and his parents, James Robert Alexander DC and Virginia Fitz Randolph. He is survived by two children, Richard M. Alexander Jr. and his wife Breanna of Minnesota; and Tami M. Cottrell DC and her husband Mark of Iowa; his siblings, James R. Alexander Jr. DC and his wife Paula of Morganville; Susan Montefort and her husband John of Barnegat; and Laurence Alexander and his wife Georgia of Iowa; and five grandchildren, Virginia Lynn, Dylan, Kylie, Sydney and Brayden. Richard will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
At the request of the family, cremation was private. A memorial visitation will take place on Wednesday, August 1, 2012, from 4-8PM with a short service at 7pm at Day Funeral Home, 361 Maple Place, Keyport, NJ 07735. In keeping with his wishes the family asks that in lieu of flowers donations are being received by Kentuckiana Children’s Center, a non profit Chiropractic care center for children with special needs. (866) 543-4522 Email eluw_kcc@yahoo.com To offer the family online condolences or for directions to the funeral home, please visit www.dayfuneralhome.com.
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Eileen Gonzalez
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Posted Thu July 26, 2012
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I was a patient of Docs for a few years now. He even worked on my daughter Victoria (12 yrs old). He was not only my chiropractor, i considered him a friend. I am so saddened by your loss. My appts with Doc would last maybe 15 min. but then i would be there for about an hour just chatting. He educated me so much in all different aspects from aches, pain management, weight loss, medicine, vitamins, marriage,children. He had all the answers for me. I enjoyed listening to him speak of his wife, children and grandkids and his brother. He always had the brag book ready to show pictures especially of the newest addition, his sons new baby. His eyes would light up when he spoke of them. He looked forward to relocating. I will miss him greatly. We were to see him this Monday. I thank God he put Doc in my life. So very sorry for your loss. He is with his lovely wife now. God Bless you all
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Jeff Miller
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Posted Sat July 28, 2012
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I am saddened to hear of Dr. Alexanders' passing. I first met Dr. Alexander as a patient and then we became friends. I recently retired from the Hazlet Twsp. Police Dept. and I could always count on Dr. Alexander to help out with any community event that the PBA was doing. He was loved by the Business community as well a the citizens he helped through the years, he will be always remembered fondly and greatly missed.
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Michele (Dunyak) Barnett
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Posted Sat July 28, 2012
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Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of Richard. We were classmates at Beers Street School and then at Raritan (Township!) High. We were not close, but my memories of him are those of a kind and gentle man, with a good wit and sincerity. The world is surely somewhat darkened by his loss. I wish I could attend his memorial service, but it's a bit far from South Texas.
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kathy moccio
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Posted Sun July 29, 2012
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I''''m so sad to hear of Dr. Ricks passing. I worked for him for many years he was a great man.
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Dr. Donald DeFabio
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Posted Sun July 29, 2012
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Rick was an admired colleague, mentor, and friend. His level of professionalism and ethics was "old school" and his passing is an unrecoverable loss for his patients and the Chiropractic profession. Any Chiropractic function in New Jersey was not complete if Rick wasn't participating. Personally, I will always remember he took the time to call me on my birthday- every year. He will be missed.
Our prayers go out to you all.
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Dr Steven Clarke
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Posted Sun July 29, 2012
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To the entire Alexander Family:
No words can express the loss we know you feel because we too are broken-hearted with Rick's passing.
Rick was invaluable to the chiropractic profession for so many years and I was extremely proud to present him last year with a Lifetime Achievement Award for the many years he gave to make the profession better for everyone.
Steve Clarke
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Jerri Foley
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Posted Mon July 30, 2012
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Ricky was our cousin, we are so sorry to hear of his death.
Our hearts go out to his family,especially his brother Jim.
Jerri Foley, and family
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Sharon, Ernie & Gracie Kreft
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Posted Tue July 31, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy and condolences; Doc will always be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. He was a wonderful and amazing person who always shared a smile and a laugh. We will miss him greatly. He meant the world to us, especially Gracie and he will never be forgotten. Our love to you all, always! xoxoxox
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Carmel-Ann Mania, D.C.
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Posted Wed August 01, 2012
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Dr. Rick Alexander was a genuine example of the well-balanced man...the quintessential Chiropractic representative, family man and friend! He will be greatly missed but also greatly remembered! Our deepest condolences in your time of sorrow.
Carmel-Ann Mania, DC and John L. Montero
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christine dowling
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Posted Wed August 01, 2012
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i will miss not going to him for my visit. he was a kind and caring person. i loved carrying on a conversation before i left from my visit. he would tell me about how he cared about his famly. especially the new grandaughter he went to see back in june. i want to express my deepest sadness on the passing of dr. alexander. i will keep in my prayers. sincerely chris dowling
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Linda Pelletier-Geiger
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Posted Fri August 03, 2012
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To the Family of Richard,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I just saw Richard at our 65/65 Reunion this past June. We talked about his loss of Cheryl and my recent loss of my Mom. He had a sadness in his eyes. I graduated Raritan High with Richard back in 1965. Last year the class of 66 had a reunion, and we were invited Friday night to Holiday Inn for a pre party. My husband, Wayne admired Richard''s tie. It had the Tazmanian Devil cartoon on it. Richard took the tie off and gave it to my husband. I will always remember him as a very kind person. I lived in Hazlet since 1962, but moved away in 1977. However when I came up to visit my mom, I would go to Richard for adjustments to my back. He will be missed terribly. Lovingly, Linda Geiger
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Jacquelyn Rae Natale
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Posted Fri August 10, 2012
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I just wanted to add to what some others have been saying here... Dr. Alexander was one of the nicest people I have ever met. He was sweet and kind, full of knowledge and just like others mentioned, my adjustment would last only a few minutes, yet somehow I would be in his office for much longer. He made me question why I eat chicken, drink milk and that oatmeal cookies were ok for breakfast. I truly will miss him. I hope the family can find comfort in knowing what a great impact he has had on not only the community, but on us as individuals. May he rest in peace.
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Judy Willson
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Posted Tue September 18, 2012
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I was his patient for over 20 years. He was a caring man and a very good Chiropractor. He will be sorely missed.astsWo
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