NJEA mourns the passing of Governor Dick Codey and extends our deepest sympathies to his wife Mary Jo, a career educator and longtime NJEA member, and his sons Kevin and Chris, along with his many friends and loved ones.
Throughout his half century of public service, Gov. Codey was an unwavering advocate for New Jersey’s children and families and a tireless champion for mental health. Among many lasting impacts of his legacy, his work on gun violence prevention has made New Jersey’s schools and community safer for generations of students.
He devoted his entire career to serving the people of New Jersey with integrity, compassion, and a steadfast commitment to democracy and good government. Today, we honor his legacy and remember his lasting impact on our state.