Contributions to the tribute of Raymond John Tarchak

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Thursday, July 13, 2017

I was thinking about Mr. Tarchak today. I had him for biology when I was a freshman (1971-2) and enjoyed his dry sense of humor and teaching immensely. He found out a nickname my friends called me and he kept the nickname alive by calling me that for the next four years, much to my chagrin! I am late to offer my condolences but I am sorry for your loss but also wanted to let you know that Ray touched many lives in his teaching career, and I will always remember him fondly.

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David McCarthy posted a condolence

Wednesday, October 11, 2006

Ray changed my life by offering advice and directing me. He was an all around good guy, and though I haven't seen him in a very long time, I remember him as a good friend to my father and a pretty decent tipper at Harvey's. I am sure there is a good party tonight in heaven.

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Marie posted a condolence

Monday, October 9, 2006

My thought's and Prayers are with Ray's Family,He was a beautiful man inside and out, had a great personality and always a dear thoughtful friend, A huge sports fan, he will be missed by all,I am so sorry to hear of his passing, God Bless him and his family, He was a wonderful man, my thoughts and prayers are with his family,,,

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B.J. Hartsuiker posted a condolence

Sunday, October 8, 2006

I was so saddened to learn yesterday of Mr. Tarchak's passing. I was a student of Mr. Tarchak's during the 1990-1991 school year at Morris Knolls. I was a very nervous and anxious freshman, and I was even more nervous after meeting Mr. Tarchak on my first day! However, I quickly learned and saw that his bark was much bigger than his bite. He was so funny, and he did have a big heart. Some of my best memories of high school involved Mr. Tarchak. Watching him throw a classmate's lab report out a window, squirting the same classmate with a water hose, making fun of my 2 band directors...Mr. T. gave me many of my biggest laughs while at MK...and when I needed them most. Also at MK, I volunteered time in the library and got to know Ms. Tarchak. She and I also had plenty of laughs together during my 4 years in school. She's a lovely lady, and both of the Tarchak's were always very special to me. To Steven, Lisa, and Ms. Tarchak - my heart goes out to you all. May it help in some small way to know that Mr. T. impacted my life, and I always think of him with fondness. B.J. Hartsuiker 107 Sheffield Court Denville, NJ 07834 bjhartsuiker@verizon.net

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Debbie Garrison-Walsh posted a condolence

Sunday, October 8, 2006

Mr. Tarchak was a wonderful teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with you all . May he rest in peace.

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Brenda Stopa posted a condolence

Saturday, October 7, 2006

The Tarchak Family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Mr. Tarchak was my favorite teacher in the world. I learned a lot from him. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace.

In loving memory of

Raymond

1940 - 2006