Richard E. Holly

1934 - 1985

History Teacher 1970 - 1985


Richard E. Holly was a history teacher and became sick with cancer during the 1984-1985 school year and ultimately passed on April 29, 1985. He had previously worked for the Manasquan Post Office before becoming an educator. The 1986 yearbook was dedicated to Mr. Holly. “To those who knew him best, Mr. Holly was a generous friend, always there to offer help in time of need. The greatest tribute we can pay to his memory can be expressed in two simple words: he cared.”


Holly had worked for the Manchester Township School District as a teacher for 15 years before he passed away.