With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gary S. Kuzniak of Sewaren, New Jersey, born in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, who passed away on January 27, 2021 at the age of 67. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Margaret Kuzniak and Joseph Kuzniak; and his brothers, Richard and Jimmy Kuzniak. He is survived by: his wife Michele Zudonyi Kuzniak; and his daughter Ashley "Swannie" Worden of Colonia. He is also survived by many cousins, friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to St. Helena School Fund at 950 Grove Avenue, Edison, NJ 08820 in Mr. Kuzniak's memory. Your donations will be greatly appreciated by Gary and his family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Costello-Greiner Funeral Home

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January 31, 2021

Natalie (Baratta) Nickel lit a candle

“In loving memory of Gary S. Kuzniak, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Coach Kuzniak was a wonderful coach, mentor and friend. My brothers, and late brother-in-law, wrestled for him at JFK. While I and my sister, Kathy, were his wrestling managers for years. May the kindness, inspiration, and generosity he has bestowed upon so many earn him wings as one of God’s angels! I am truly sorry for your loss, Coach was one of the greats. ❤️ Natalie (Baratta) Nickel”

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January 30, 2021

Mike Baratta wrote a sympathy message

“Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Coach Kuzniak. I will always remember his great coaching and guidance provided during my 4 years of wrestling for him. I am grateful for the privilege to know him personally. I will always have memories of his goodness. God bless. - Mike Baratta”

January 30, 2021

Mike Baratta wrote a sympathy message

“Sending my sincerest condolences. I had the privilege to wrestle for Mr. Kuzniak at JFK Highschool from 1981-85. He was an amazing coach and man. I learned much from him, not only about wrestling, but also about determination, hard work, and working as a team. He helped lay the groundwork for valuable lessons which applied not only on the wrestling mat, but also in life. Thank you for helping to mold him into the great person I remember. With deepest sympathy, Mike Baratta”