Colin Patrick Meany, 17, of Matawan, passed away Aug. 16 at his home.
Colin was born Sept. 7, 2001 to Michael and Karen Meany in Edison. He was a lifelong resident of Matawan. Colin graduated from St. John Vianney High School in 2019.
Colin was not only a gifted student-athlete, but he was also the person that everyone wanted to be around. He was extremely passionate about two things, ice hockey and spending time with the people he loved. His love for others is a quality that drew so many people toward him. If you were around Colin, you knew that he was going to push you to be better and you would have a fun time doing it. His smile and laugh were contagious and will never be forgotten.
Colin is predeceased by his maternal grandparents,
Jack and Barbara Surdoval, and his paternal grandfather Edward Meany.
Colin is survived by his loving parents, Michael and Karen Meany; his brother Jack; his paternal grandmother Michele Meany; three uncles, John Meany, Ed Meany and Paul Rossi; three aunts, Kelly Meany, Danielle Meany and Lisa Rossi; three cousins, Barbara Rossi and John and Caroline Meany; and many, many close friends.
Visitation was held Aug. 18 at the Church of St. Clement, Matawan. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Aug. 19 at the Church of St. Clement.
In lieu of flowers, Colin’s family is asking for donations to The Concussion Legacy Foundation, concussionfoundation.org. Online condolences can be given at waittfh.com.
