Contributions to the tribute of Br. Richard Joachim DeMaria CFC

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Bill Bennett planted 5 trees in memory of Br. Richard DeMaria CFC

Monday, June 28, 2021

5 trees were planted in memory of
Br. Richard Joachim DeMaria CFC

A truly special man who embraced everyone. He loved God and family to the fullest and wore his heart on his sleeve for all to see. Love you always. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree

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Janice Garvey Badenhop posted a condolence

Sunday, June 27, 2021

Br. DeMaria was my favorite professor at Iona College, from which I graduated in 1976. As my wonderfully bright, warm, and open religious studies professor, he not only wanted to hear all about my Christian Science upbringing (my father, a former Iona student, and brother are Catholic -- my mother and I are Christian Scientists!) but he actually asked me to talk to the class about Christian Science's teachings, which I did. (I was normally quite fearful of public speaking, but Brother DeMaria and the class were so kind, respectful, and interested in what I had to say that I lost my fear!) Especially for that era, Brother's openness, receptivity, and respect for a religion which on the surface seemed so different from Catholicism was extremely impressive to me. I never forgot this terrific professor! Though I am saddened at his passing and at what he must have had to endure during his illness, I am sure that his bright, loving, and happy spirit are energizing all his fellow souls in Heaven!