Richard H French

March 8, 1947 - December 21, 2016

Richard H. French, 69, of Ocean & Long Branch, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2016 at Monmouth Medical Hospice Care Ctr. He was born in NYC. Richard was a graduate of Asbury Park High School ’65 and Temple University’s Tyler School of Art in ’69. He spent a year in Italy as an Exchange Student studying Art & Techniques of the Old Masters. After graduation he spent time in New Hope, PA specializing in art restoration, and freelanced as an artist in all fields. His talent, humor, love, compassion and kindness toward others will be truly missed. The family thanks MMC and Monmouth Care Center for their compassionate and comforting care. Richard was predeceased by his parents Harry and Elizabeth French and a brother Robert. He is survived by his loving sister, Diane French , sister in law, Susan DeBonis, both of Ocean, brother, Thomas French and wife Joanna (FLA), niece Valerie and husband Jeff Collignon and their son Thomas, (VA). At Richard’s request Funeral Services entrusted to Hoffman Funeral Home, Long Branch were private.