Keith Dennis Nowak passed away peacefully in the early hours of Nov. 25, 2024, at the age of 80, with his wife and two children by his side.
Born in Racine, Wisconsin, in 1944, Keith lived a life filled with purpose, passion and achievement. He rose from humble beginnings on a small family farm to become a remarkable man of many talents and virtues. A voracious reader and lifelong learner, Keith was a dedicated Marine, a brilliant electrical engineer, a successful intellectual property trial attorney, a published writer, a skilled carpenter, an avid sailor, and a friend to all animals great and small – especially his horse, Serene Valor, and his dogs, Shadow, Rusty, Rosie and Hank. Above all, he was a loving husband, a devoted father and a doting grandfather.
Keith’s life embodied his core principle: Never give up. His relentless dedication and steadfast determination proved that with perseverance and hard work, anything was possible. His wisdom, integrity and strength of character made him one of the greatest men and his impact will never be forgotten.
Keith is survived by his beloved wife, Pauline; their children Keith and Jessica; their grandchildren, Luppino, Charlotte and Federica; his son Jeff and grandson Dylan.
A memorial Mass was held Dec. 3 at Holy Cross Church, Rumson. Thompson Memorial Home of Red Bank has been entrusted with the arrangements.
The article originally appeared in the December 5 – 11, 2024 print edition of The Two River Times.
