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Richard Ricupero Obituary

Of Reading, October 11. Beloved husband of Judith (Saggese). Father of Shawn Ricupero of Melrose, Gia Ricupero and Rocky of Reading. Grandfather of a soon to be born grandson. Brother of Renee Gregory and her husband Robert of Byfield. Brother-in-law of Robert and Patricia Buonopane and the late Judith Ferragamo. Funeral from the Cota Funeral Home, 335 park St (corner of Park St. and Rte. 28), NORTH READING, at Reading line, on Tuesday, October 16 at 10AM. Funeral Mass in St. Theresa's Church, 63 Winter St. (Rte 62), North Reading at 11am. Relatives and friends may call at the Funeral Home Monday 4 thru 7pm. Interment Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Peabody. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Richard's memory to the Children's Hospital, 300 Longwood Ave., Boston, MA 02115. Richard was a member of the Mason's Fidelity Lodge in Melrose. (cotafuneralhomes.com) Cota Funeral Home 781-944-1765

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 14, 2007.

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Chris St Pierre

July 8, 2008

Gia and family,

I am sorry for your loss. I have lost touch with you Gia and havent seen you in years. I am so sorry that now i was looking to say hello to you, and this is what I find out. Please accept my thoughts, and I hope to hear from you. Here is my cellphone# 617-794-5990.
Your friend from Melrose,
Chris

Harris Zeltsar

November 6, 2007

Renee & Bob and the family of Richie
I'm sorry to hear about your loss
and my lateness in telling you of
my thoughts.

John Karaian

October 16, 2007

Dear Judy,
Sorry this is so late but just learned od Richard's death last night.
All I can say is that he was a Prince of a man and like a brother to me. In the short time I knew you both, you have become Family to me.
If ever you can use my help Judy, please feel free to call upon me.

God Bless you,
John Karaian

Chris Sawicki

October 15, 2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Anthony DiMarino Rob Dery

October 15, 2007

Words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and peace of mind.
May you find strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.

Deepest Sympathy
Anthony & Rob

Bill Hull

October 15, 2007

The Ricupero Family,
May the profound memories and joys you hold be of some comfort at this difficult time.

William T Hull (Bucca)

Anthony Di Marino

October 15, 2007

Judy, Shawn, Gia & Rocky
With love, all things endure, for though they may pass from this earth, they live on in the hearts of those who have loved them With Deepest Sympathy

Larry Smithe

October 15, 2007

Judy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Richie was a wonderful man.I have grown very close to him and will miss him greatly.May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Larry, Janet & Boys

grandpa with his great grandbaby kaitlin

October 15, 2007

grandpa with his great grandbaby kelsy

October 15, 2007

grandpa with his great grandbaby kenzy

October 15, 2007

grandpa with 3 of his great grandchildren

October 15, 2007

Jamie Hayes

October 15, 2007

I send my deepest sympathies to my grandfathers children, Shirly Collins, Ricky Ricupero, and my late mother Susan Strileckis. Also to his grandchildren Sal Keizer, Lisa Keizer, Dennis Marcello, Desiree Terrenova, Erica Sorro, Danny Collins, and Carissa Ricupero. and also to his 9 great grand children.
I love my grandfather very much and i am sorry that he is gone.

shirley collins

October 14, 2007

our deepest sympathies from Richards 8 grandchildren,
9 great grandchildren & assorted pets left behind

shirley collins

October 14, 2007

Dear Judy,Shawn,Gia &Rocky
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to you all
from
Richard Ricupero's oldest daughter
Shirley Collins
predeceased daughter, Susan Strilekis
Oldest son,&owner of Dicks Oil
Richard Ricupero Jr.

Deb Fraser

October 14, 2007

Shawn,
You're in our thoughts and prayers. Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by all.
With Our Heartfelt Sympathy
The DiMarino Family

Stephen Morecroft

October 14, 2007

Shawn and Family, I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Pease be at peace in knowing that he is in a better place now. God Bless You all.

Carol and John Filipponi

October 14, 2007

Dear Renee and Bob ,John and I send our deepest sympathy to you both and also to your entire family at this very sad time we wish we were there with you, it is times like this that we need our freinds so sorry we can't be there to help comfort your loss.

Russell [rusty] Smithe

October 14, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathies.MY DAD{OTIS SMITHE} ALWAYS TOLD ME WHAT A GOOD MAN YOU WERE. TALKING TO YOU THIS SUMMER DOWN THE CAPE YOU TOLD ME THE SAME THING ABOUT MY DAD. Rest Richie your nephew Rusty Smithe

Moe & Maria Lussier

October 14, 2007

Our sincere condolences

Kelly Tucker

October 14, 2007

Shawn,
Jill and I send our deepest condolences to you and your family.
May all of you keep the faith and know there are shoulders to lean on, tissues to wipe tears, arms to embrace you when the need be, but most of all laughter and great memories to be shared. People live on through the people they leave behind. God Bless Your Dad and may he rest in peace.
Our hearts are with you,
Love Jill and Kelly

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