Joseph "Joe" Kerick
Died: Apr 3, 2020
Joseph S. Kerick, Sr
BELVIDERE
Joseph “Joe” Kerick, 85, of Belvidere, NJ passed away Friday, April 3 rd at Hackettstown Medical Center
due to complications from COVID-19.
Joe was born in Hoboken, NJ on July 6, 1934. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, the former
Maureen Morrissey. Joe was a graduate of Seton Hall University from which he earned his Bachelor’s
and Master’s Degrees in Mathematics and Physics. He was a teacher and head of the Mathematics
Department in Hopatcong, NJ from which he retired in 1990. Joe and Maureen enjoyed traveling and
spending time with their family.
In addition to his wife, Joe is survived by his six children; Kathy Bassininski and her husband Dan, Sharon
Wheeler, Anne Darst, Joseph Kerick, Jr and his wife Melissa, Amy Dieteman and her husband Jack and
James Kerick and his wife Deanna; his seven grandchildren Lisa Bowland and her husband Ryan, Lori
Fikac and her husband Matt, Alexandra Darst and her wife Justine, Danny Bassininski, Elizabeth
Dieteman, Sean Darst and Sammy Kerick and three great-grandchildren Luke Fikac and Madison and
Brody Bowland. Joe is also survived by a large extended family including multiple generations of nieces
and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Food Pantry of Belvidere c/o the United Methodist
Church at 219 Hardwick St. Belvidere, NJ 07823. Due to the coronavirus pandemic a Celebration of Life
will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.cochranfuneral.com
Condolences:
Joy Morrissey
#16
April 15th, 2020 1:09 am
Our most heartfelt condolences to all the members of the Kerick family. Maureen, please know that we are thinking of you and sending our love and prayers for your broken heart. Get well soon. ~Your cousins, Joy Morrissey, Joe Ann Morrissey Kelly and Ida Morrissey Herb
Joe Dachisen
#15
April 12th, 2020 2:02 pm
Mr. Kerrick was my math teacher for while I attended Hopatcong High School. I remember him fondly. He was one of the few teachers who connected with his students. It was a joy to learn from him. I still use what he taught me to teach my kids what I can recall. My mom mis-heard me say his name when I started to attend class. From that point on, he was always know lovingly as Mr. Carrot. It is both nice and at the same time sad to recall that memory today. He will be sadly missed. From all the family he leaves behind, I can see he led a full and happy life. Rest easy Mr. Kerrick. My heartfelt sorrow goes out to the whole Kerrick family.
Jonathan Stone
#14
April 12th, 2020 1:31 pm
I am so sorry for Maureen, James, Joe (son), Melissa, and the whole family. Rest In Peace.
Robert Gerena
#13
April 12th, 2020 12:39 pm
Sorry for your loss.
Robert Gerena
#12
April 12th, 2020 12:21 pm
Sorry for your loss.
Brian Bachrach
#11
April 10th, 2020 11:19 am
I am just reading this today and I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine the sadness, but I hope that you can find some solace in the many happy memories. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Brian Bachrach
Maryellen S
#10
April 9th, 2020 7:38 am
Joe was a great co worker. He always made me laugh. He was a listener and helped me put things in perspective. Thinking of your family.
Maria Sammarco
#9
April 9th, 2020 4:47 am
My condolences to the Kerrick family. Mr. Kerrick was one of the few ine teachers who showed his love of numbers to his students.
Kathi White
#8
April 8th, 2020 9:12 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Mr. Kerrick. He was such a fun math teacher. We were all blessed to have a teacher like him. God bless your family in this time of loss.
Bobby Baker
#7
April 8th, 2020 4:16 pm
Kerick Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you all in this time of need!
Patricia Collins (solimene)
#6
April 7th, 2020 6:05 pm
To James and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your dad sounded like a really terrific man. My prayers for your mom and entire family
Mike M
#5
April 7th, 2020 6:05 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family in your time of need.
Carolyn Kutz
#4
April 7th, 2020 11:57 am
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Lisa and Kevin Spurgin
#3
April 7th, 2020 11:07 am
We are deeply sorry for your loss. I hope your family takes great solace, in knowing he was a great and loved man. He will be missed.
Daniel and Regina Morrissey
#2
April 7th, 2020 10:44 am
Rest in Peace Uncle Joe..your spirit will always be here with the wonderful legacy you leave behind. I know one generation has the fondest memories of Christmas and parties..before all our families luckily became so big.
Love,
Dan and Regina and kids.
Mike Dailey
#1
April 7th, 2020 10:44 am
I am so sorry for your loss and we are praying for your family.
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