Monica Kurutz Kosinar

Profile Updated: May 4, 2024
Residing In: Old Bridge, NJ USA
Spouse/Partner: Larry
Homepage: View Website
Occupation: Retired-State Government
Children: Daughter- Erica "Downs" Griffith
StepDaughter - Kelli "Downs" Carlisi
Three grandchildren - More…Ryan (Kellli's), Camryn & Gavin (Erica)
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Administrator of this website for Steinert Class of 1972.
A special thank you to classmates Linda Ranfone, Lyda Myronenko-Sharp, Gail Gray Sobron, Maryann Scirgova Funk, Sue Liesch Pontani, Louise Elisio Jones, Jessica Cicogna Peterson who inspired me to get this site together by their support, generosity and kindness. They know why! Our 40th reunion can only be a success with the alumni of Steinert's graduating class of 1972!

On a personal note, I did my higher education while raising my family and working through MCCC and a Rutgers program, Certified Public Manager. Transferred my work experience toward a degree in business administration.

I was first married in 1975 to Robert D. Downs, who passed in 1997. Remarried in 2000, now retired from NJDOT -- and beginning the next stage of life which consists of family, friends, retirement and taking care of Monica! Even thinking of re-entering the workforce.

School Story:

Not much of a school story for me. I lost my father to a traumatic accident when I was age 15, which led me to working part time, joining the FBLA Club at school and working on the school's work program. I had many aquaintances from school and one or two close friends. Two that stand out in my mind.

My career took me to the administrative part of the medical field, the Catholic Welfare Bureau, to the State of NJ where I retired from serving as Legislative Liaison to various Commissioners, then moving on to Traffic Engineering & Safety being responsible for the Division's budget, personnel and administrative matters and acting on the Director's behalf.

Through this website and a reconnection with one classmate, my reconnection with classmates who remember me has grown. I hope to see you all at the next reunion. Stay well all!

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May 08, 2026 at 10:32 AM

Happy birthday Diane from the Class of 72 SHS alumni! Enjoy your special day!

May 08, 2026 at 10:31 AM

Happy birthday Frank from the Class of 72 SHS alumni! Enjoy your special day!

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May 07, 2026 at 11:21 AM

Thanks for your update. I hope your coming to reunion on June19,2027 at Rago Arts!

May 07, 2026 at 10:22 AM

Happy birthday Gary from the Class of 72 SHS alumni! Enjoy your special day!
I hope you plan on attending the reunion on June 19, 2027 at Rago Arts.

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May 04, 2026 at 5:00 PM

Happy birthday Marylou from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

May 04, 2026 at 4:59 PM

Happy birthday George from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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May 02, 2026 at 10:34 AM

Happy birthday!

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Apr 28, 2026 at 9:48 AM

Happy birthday!

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Apr 25, 2026 at 12:03 PM

Happy birthday Susan from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

Apr 25, 2026 at 12:02 PM

Happy birthday Lorraine from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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Apr 19, 2026 at 6:20 AM

Happy Birthday Alan from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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Apr 15, 2026 at 10:58 AM

Happy Birthday Cathy from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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Apr 09, 2026 at 10:10 AM

Happy Birthday Lue Anne from the Class off 72 SHS alumni and myself. Enjoy your special day!

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Apr 05, 2026 at 12:25 PM

Happy Birthday Ed from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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Apr 03, 2026 at 10:48 AM

Happy Birthday Sandy from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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Apr 01, 2026 at 8:53 AM

Happy Birthday Josette from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

Apr 01, 2026 at 8:52 AM

Happy Birthday John from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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Mar 30, 2026 at 10:26 AM

Happy Birthday Robert from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

Mar 30, 2026 at 10:24 AM

Happy Birthday Roxanne from the Class of 72 SHS alumni and myself! Enjoy your special day!

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