Richard G. Russo Sr.

1947 - 2018

BORN

1947

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Dery Funeral Home

54 Bradford Street

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Richard Russo Obituary

Richard G. Russo, Sr., 71, of Pittsfield, MA, a resident of Springside of Pittsfield, died unexpectedly at BMC on Tuesday, January 30, 2018.

He was born January 11, 1947 in Pittsfield, son of the late Gaetano F. Russo and Helen B. Hoag Russo. Richard was predeceased by a brother Robert Russo and a nephew David Russo.

Richard leaves his son Michael D. Hover, his partner Dorothy Debella, another son Richard G. Russo, Jr. and his wife Joanie, his daughter April L. White and her husband Steven, another daughter Heidi L. Russo and her partner David Benlien all of Pittsfield. He leaves five grandchildren, Jeter White of Orlando, FL, Tanner and Taylor White, Sarah Hover and Ryan Russo of Pittsfield, and a great-grandson Blake White.

He was a 1965 graduate of Pittsfield High School. Richard was a veteran of the Vietnam War and did two tours in Saigon, Vietnam. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Richard was employed by the City of Pittsfield until retirement. He previously worked for White Star, Pittsfield Supply, and Giftos.

Richard enjoyed puzzles, war movies, and his favorite TV shows such as M.A.S.H., Price is Right, and Let's Make a Deal. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren.

FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services for Richard G. Russo, Sr., Friday, Feburary 9, 2018 at 11:00am at Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford Street, Pittsfield, with Rev. Peter A. Gregory officiating. Burial will follow in St. Josephs Cemetary. Calling hours will be Thursday from 4:00-7:00pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Dery Funeral Home to help defray funeral costs.

Published by The Berkshire Eagle on Feb. 8, 2018.
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Our deepest condolences. We pray for strength and that the memories you cherish sustain each of you.

Ken and Patty Rivers

Ken & Patty Rivers

February 8, 2018

We are so very sorry for your loss.

Rose & Pete Schnopp

February 7, 2018

To The Russo Family,
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Dear Russo family: Although we have not seen each other in years, I have so many good childhood memories of my cousin Dick (and also Bob). We grew up together and spent a lot of time playing at each other homes. Dick was always a good person to be around. He will be in my prayers and thoughts.

Mary (Russo) Taylor
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Mary Taylor

February 7, 2018

Heidi, April and family, Joel and I are so sorry about your dad. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Joel and Margaret Lenski

February 7, 2018

so sorry for your loss' bless family'

judy lavalley boone

February 7, 2018

From all of us at Springside, we wish to extend our sincerest condolences to your family. Richard was a man loved by many and will surely be missed. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Springside Staff

February 7, 2018

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