Richard "Alex" Demaree
May 19, 1947 - April 13, 2026
Cemetery
Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery
350 Province Line Road
Wrighstown, NJ 08562
Thursday 4/16, 3:00 pm

Richard “Alex” Demaree, Born May 19th, 1947, in Long Branch NJ, passed away peacefully at home in West Long Branch on April 13th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. A man of selfless devotion to his family, friends, and community, Alex spent his life giving his time and skills to those around him.

The oldest son of Dr. Richard Demaree and Barbara Demaree, Alex grew up in West Long Branch and graduated Shore Regional HS in 1965. In 1967 he enlisted in the Navy serving until 1971 when he was honorably discharged as a Second-Class Petty Officer. Upon leaving the Navy he returned home where he began his career at H&L Metal Works in Eatontown. For 55 years he dedicated himself to becoming a true master craftsman. At that same time, he joined Allenhurst Volunteer Fire Department where he served his community for over 50 years.

His volunteering culminated over the last 25 years where his time, skill, and knowledge was given to the development of the youth of Monmouth Council Scouting. He was truly passionate and proud of the accomplished there.

His personal passion, however, was his love for all things fishing. A charter member of the Monmouth Beach Cartoppers, he spent the last 60 years chasing the bite from the Great Lakes to the waters of the Jersey Shore. You could always find him by the water with his coffee and paper.

Alex is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years Nancy, his daughter Stacy Benjamin, his son Rich Demaree and wife Chandler, his grandchildren Nick and wife Kayla, Alexia and Zachary, and his siblings Peter Demaree and wife Anne, John Demaree and wife Michele, Jim Demaree and wife Jackie, Christine Yancy and husband Tom, Eric Demaree and wife Lynn.

Alex lived a life in the quiet dignity of relentless work and selfless, open-hearted generosity. He leaves behind a world made better by his presence. He will truly be missed by those who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Monmouth Council Scouts and Allenhurst Volunteer Fire Department.

A Military Funeral Service will be held on Thursday 4/16/26 at 3:00pm, at the Brigadier General William C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery in Wrightstown.

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Brig. Gen. William C. Doyle Veterans Memorial Cemetery
350 Province Line Road
Wrighstown, NJ 08562
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Thursday 4/16, 3:00 pm

Richard “Alex” Demaree, Born May 19th, 1947, in Long Branch NJ, passed away peacefully at home in West Long Branch on April 13th, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. A man of selfless devotion to his family, friends, and community, Alex spent his life giving his time and skills to those around him. The oldest son …
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Annie left a message on April 26, 2026:
I was very sorry to hear about your loss. Please accept my sincere condolences during this difficult time. Wishing you and your family comfort, strength, and peace in the days ahead.
Candace Conklin left a message on April 18, 2026:
Loosing a sibling is so hard. Sending love and healing to all of the Demaree family . Alex certainly lived an interesting life!
Kevin Strahle left a message on April 17, 2026:
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Debra Burciar left a message on April 17, 2026:
My sympathies to the family and friends of Richard. May he continue to rest in peace. Sending comfort and strength during this difficult time. .
Michele Burciar left a message on April 17, 2026:
My sincerest condolences to the Demaree Family and loved ones I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a gentle, kind and sweet man and he will be missed 💔
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Christine Demaree Yancy left a message on April 16, 2026:
He was generally very quiet. Also wished he was an only child. So many memories but the best was watching him sneaking his motorcycle up the front porch steps into his front room bedroom. Candy apple red and beautiful. He also would make a volcano out of his mash potatoes and fill the center hole with gravy. Then he would slowly use his fork to "release" the "LAVA". A brilliant man and so knowledgeable about so many things. Gone too soon and I will miss him greatly.
Jennifer left a message on April 16, 2026:
In memory of Richard "Alex" Demaree, Jennifer lit a candle
Maynard Burley left a message on April 16, 2026:
Alex was definitely a man of many talents. I enjoyed working beside him for many years at camp builders. He always had the boys at the forefront. Thank you for yours service on many fronts. RIP
Michele M Jasper left a message on April 15, 2026:
Never had a chance to met you, but I heard what a great guy you were. Rest in peace.
Vincent W.Villa left a message on April 15, 2026:
Alex was one of the finest teachers in Scouting that I know and really enjoyed teaching kids the right way He will be missed
Strahle Thomas left a message on April 15, 2026:
Nancy, Stacy, Chandler and Rich, I will keep all of you and Alex in my prayers. God bless you! Tom Strahle
Kevin, Brittany & James Strahle left a message on April 15, 2026:
Thoughts & Prayers for the entire Demaree Family.
Matt Dwyer left a message on April 15, 2026:
Alex was one of the local fishing legends I looked up to most as a kid. I’ll always remember all the striped bass fishing tips he would give me and Richie, and the stories he’d tell and his famously big musky he caught on light tackle. He will be greatly missed!
Antczak Family left a message on April 14, 2026:
A beautiful soul who raised a wonderful son. You will be missed dearly and remembered always as kind and generous and always willing to help.
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