Richard Codey, former NJ governor who replaced Jim McGreevey, dies at 79
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Key Points:
- Former New Jersey Governor Richard Codey, who served from 2004 to 2006 and had a 50-year career in the state legislature, died peacefully at home at age 79 after a brief illness.
- Codey was known for his humility, compassion, and dedication to public service, notably advocating for mental health care, stem cell research, and smoke-free indoor spaces.
- Outgoing Governor Phil Murphy and Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. praised Codey's legacy of service and his impact on New Jersey communities.
- Codey became governor unexpectedly after Jim McGreevey's resignation in 2004 and was a vocal advocate for mental health awareness, influenced by his wife’s public battle with depression.
