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Richard Fratarcangelo Obituary
Passed away peacefully on October 11, 2008, after a courageous battle with cancer. Rich was born September 5, 1952 to Fred and Rose (Yorio) Fratarcangelo. He was a supervisor at Corning Incorporated, where he had 35 years of service. Rich served in the U.S. Army Reserves and was an active member of the American Legion. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Nancy; his devoted children, Jennifer (Larry) Knefely, Richard II and Christopher; grandchildren, Ashley, Whitney and Dylan; loving sister, Jean (Dave) Crandell; brothers-in-law: John (Colleen) Gleason and Mike (Brigitte) Gleason. He is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, as well as multiple dear friends. Rich was an avid golfer and sports fan. He was an inspiration to many; not only how he handled his disease, but how he faced life in general. Please do not mourn his loss, but join the many in celebrating his life at St. Mary's Catholic Church on October 18, at 10 a.m. with services following at St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you take a moment to write down one of your fondest memories of Rich and drop it off in the box that will be provided at the church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Fratarcangelo
Joe Reed
October 19, 2008
To my First Cousin. To my Big Brother. To my Best Man. I wish I could have been there for you. You were always there for me starting when we were kids and the bully's tried to gang up on me. You had my back. All of my life I always looked up to you and respected you. I will miss you.
To Nancy, Jenny and family, Richie, and Chris. As I sit here attempting to write to you, words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel. No words can really help ease your loss, just know that you are very close in our thoughs and prayers. We will always cherish our memories of Rich.
To Jeannie, Dave, and Robbie. Athough our lives have taken us in different directions, family has always kept our hearts "at home". No matter how many miles apart we are please know that we will always be close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jerry Tompkins
October 15, 2008
Nancy,
I was saddened after reading this obituary. Since I retired I have lost contact with a lot of the 'guys', so I didn't know Richie had cancer. May God embrace Rich with His loving light until you can embrace him with your own at a later date.
Rest in Peace Rich... Rest in Peace.
Gerry Spier
October 15, 2008
Nancy,
I have known both of you since we were all teenagers ( Yes, 40+ years). I have valued you both among my very best of friends. I share in your loss, but feel much richer for having had the good fortune of meeting you both, as well as having worked with you.
Always in my thoughts and prayers.
Gerry
Gerry Spier
October 15, 2008
Nancy,
I have known both of you since we were all teenagers ( Yes, 50+ years). I have valued you both among my very best of friends. I share in your loss, but feel much richer for having had the good fortune of meeting you both, as well as having worked with you.
Always in my thoughts and prayers.
Gerry
Linda Donovan
October 15, 2008
Nancy,
I just recently met you and Rich while visiting a mutual friend, Bob, who also recently passed away. I admired both of you as you shared so much of yourselves to help Bob and also with keeping his spirit strong. I loved Rich's positive outlook on loving each moment one is given. Although, I didn't know him well----I feel very blessed to have met the both of you. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Linda Donovan
Ed Seelye
October 15, 2008
Rich and I had an ongoing joke about never being without a cup of coffee.
Sorry for the loss.
Michele Smith
October 15, 2008
Nancy,
I am very sorry for your loss, Rich was a terrific guy and will be missed. I wont be able to attend the service celebrating his life as I have a college class on Saturdays, but I wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and you're in my prayers.
Michele Smith
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