Stephen Weiner, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of 80 in Neptune, NJ on October 28th, 2025.  He is survived by his wife Patricia Weiner of Jaffrey, NH, his daughter and son-in-law Samara & Nick Cattelona of Oakhurst, NJ, along with grandchildren Shane & Evie, his daughter and son-in-law Toby & Eric Jacobson of Merrimac, MA, along with grandchildren Julian and Ethan; he also leaves behind nieces, nephews, cousins, and a devastated community of close friends and colleagues.

Steve was born in 1945, and raised, in Brooklyn, NY, where he enjoyed a full, happy childhood, at an idyllic time in American history. He graduated from Franklin Pierce College in 1967, becoming an integral founder to many campus organizations, and went on to a lifelong career in education and special education.  He went on a blind date in 1969 with a girl named Patricia, sweeping her off her feet with his over the top humor and charm; they went on to be married for 55 years, and were inseparable. Steve enjoyed many hobbies throughout his lifetime that kept him busy and engaged with the community, but none moreso than his matchbook cover collections, which have astounded even the most discerning collector. Steve was known for his witty, over the top humor and puns, and bringing joy to all who knew him, even strangers.  His devotion and attention to his daughters was inexhaustible, as was his loyalty and care for his wife Patricia, and his family as a whole.  His greatest joy, however, were his grandchildren whom he adored and engaged with at every possible moment he had.  He will be remembered for a legacy of boundless love, joy, humor, and a commitment to live life to its fullest, to the very end.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 30th, 2025 at 11:00am, at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell St, Long Branch, NJ, followed by burial at Freehold Hebrew Benefit Society Cemetery, 164 Business Route 33, Freehold, NJ.  Shiva will follow at Patricia’s residence, 28A Buckingham Drive, Lakewood, NJ, and throughout the week.  An additional Memorial Service will take place in New Hampshire; date and time to be announced.

As said from Casablanca, one of his very favorite films, “Here’s lookin at you, kid”.