Richard F. D'Ambrosia

Richard D'Ambrosia Obituary

WEYMOUTH Richard F. D'Ambrosia, died October 1, 2008 at the South Shore Hospital. He was 77 years old. Born in Weymouth, he was raised in Quincy. He has lived in Weymouth the past 50 years in the house that he built. Richard was a builder and founder-owner of Ambrosia Construction. He was involved in many projects on the South Shore. Long time president of Master Builder's Assoc. Richard was a percussionist, playing the drums for the Quincy Symphony, Andover Symphony, Canton Band and Satuit Band in Scituate. He was also an avid motorcyclist. Beloved husband of 51 years of Patricia A. (Lutz) D'Ambrosia. Father of Alyce M. Lewis of Weymouth, Richard F. D'Ambrosia Jr. of Norwell and Kimberly A. D'Ambrosia-Royer of CA. Brother of Janet Dunkum of Weymouth and the late Daniel D'Ambrosia. Grandfather of Shirley Perrault, Justin, Timothy, Zack, Sean and Sarah D'Ambrosia. Great-grandfather of Skyleigh and Kendra Ryder-D'Ambrosia. Funeral from the South Weymouth McDonald Funeral Home 809 Main St. (Rt.18 opp. South Shore Hospital) Tuesday at 9:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass in the St. Francis Xavier Church at 10:00 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Monday 4-7 p.m. If you wish, donations in Richard's memory may be made to Leukemia Society of America, 495 Old Connecticut Path, Suite 220, Framingham, MA. 01701-4567. Late veteran National Guard. McDonald-funeral homes.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard D'Ambrosia

12 Entries

Jack D'Ambrosia

October 10, 2008

D'Ambrosia family,

I was saddened to hear of Richard's passing. Though I did not know him too well, he was "Uncle Dickie" to me & my memories of him are fond. I do know that my Dad (Bob/Snooky) enjoyed Dickie's company & kinship very much. Please accept my condolences & may God bless you all during this difficult time. Love, Jack D'Ambrosia

Linda Wiegand (Poulin)

October 7, 2008

Mrs. D'Ambrosia, Alyce, Ricky, Kim & family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. It only seems like yesterday we were growing up in the neighborhood. He was truly a special person. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

Frank & Mary Wing

October 6, 2008

I served with Dick in the 26th band
back in the late 50's & remember him as a fun loving sharing musician

Felix Battista

October 6, 2008

Dear Members of Dick's Family:
It was sad for me to learn of Dick's passing, having been so close to the D'Ambrosia family. He will join his mother, father and brother in heaven where all of them will continue to give such wonderful friendhip to all.

I will miss them,
Felix (Filly) Battista

Linda Cirignano

October 6, 2008

Mrs. D'Ambrosia & family,
Mr. D'Ambrosia (Dick) was such a wonderful guy. I just loved to hear & read his stories. What an interesting life he has lead. I feel lucky to have known him. Please know that he will be sorely missed by those of us who knew & loved him at Quality Care Dialysis and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

donna (yourell)dolan

October 5, 2008

alyce.....i havent seen you in many years but heard about your dad and i am so sorry...he sounded like quite the gifted musician and remembering from when we grew up as teenagers quite a nice man...i too lost my dad 3 years ago and it isnt easy but know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers..sincerely,donna

William Smith

October 4, 2008

Dear Pat, Please accept my deepest sympathies. I was working on QHS49 60th reunion when told of this, we all have you and your family in our prayers.

Angela Zarek

October 4, 2008

To the D'Ambrosia family
I am sorry for your loss. . Rich had such a wonderful sense of humor and brought much happiness and laughter to each day here at QCDC. I enjoyed taken care of him and am blessed to have known such a wonderful man. Rich will sadly be missed but forever remembered in my heart .

Louise Bouchard

October 4, 2008

A wonderful musician and a caring man. His ready smile and steady beat will be very missed.

Richard Fink

October 4, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

gale fencer

October 4, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. Rich was a patient of mine at dialysis. We had many laughs and jokes together.
He brought me a shrimp dinner in one day that he said was his leftovers, and everyone was jeoulous. He always had nice things to say about all of us. He will be miss by me.

Love & Prayers,
Gale Fencer

Gale fencer

Cherie Robinson

October 4, 2008

Mrs. D'Ambrosia and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. D'Ambrosia was a great man and I'm really glad that I got to know him. His sense of humor really brightened even the hardest days. He was so encouraging when I was having a tough time with school and he always said he was looking forward to playing at my graduation. I'll really miss him and I'll especially be thinking of him when I do graduate. I'm so sorry, you and your family are in my prayers.

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