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Richard Nasca Obituary
Greece: Suddenly on December 2, 2015. Predeceased by his Father John Nasca Jr.; Father-in-law Salvatore Speciale Jr.; and great niece Stella Faith Rawleigh. Survived by ever loving wife Mariellen. Beloved daughters Nina and Gianna (Nick Abbazia) and mother Stella Murray. Mother-in-law Pauline Speciale. Brothers Barry (Martha) Nasca, Ray (Joan) Fisk. Sisters-in-laws and Brothers-in-law, Kathleen & Brooks Zwetsch, Michael & Wendy Speciale, Patricia & Louis Lombardo. Cherished nieces & nephews Richard J. Nasca, Julie & Joe Cimino, Heidi & Greg Rawleigh, Patrick & Katie Zwetsch, Matthew (Jayla Burton), Phillip & Reginna Lombardo, Michael Speciale. Cherished great nephews & nieces Jack, Luke & Jude Rawleigh, Patrick, Dominic & Samuel Zwetsch, Luca Lombardo, Gabriella & Olivia Nasca. Family in Italy and Countless close friends.
Friends may attend a Funeral Mass, 10:00 Saturday at St. Lawrence Church, 1000 N. Greece Rd. Entombment, Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may contribute to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Nasca
Allan Biegaj
December 30, 2015
Rick was one of the kindest and most cheerful gentleman I ever had the good fortune to know.
Steve Murphy
December 21, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out for Maryellen, his loving daughters, family and friends. Rick was a great co-worker, loyal friend, a positive and talented person who was full of life and friendship for everyone he met.
Anthony Quercia
December 15, 2015
Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Tony & Andrea
Mike Duggan
December 15, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I truly enjoyed working with Rick. He will be missed.
Donna Kelly
December 11, 2015
Maryellen, sympathies go out to you and your family at the loss of your husband Rick. Many wonderful memories of time shared together always be with all of you.
Carmella,andRosemary Cigna
December 8, 2015
Maryellen,
Heartfelt condolences to you and your daughters.
Lynn Kowalczuk
December 8, 2015
There are no words to express my sympathy, Maryellen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 7, 2015
So very sad, your loss here is overwhelming and heartfelt. Your Dad is there to welcome your with open arms. RIP
Cathy Vacca
December 7, 2015
Mariellen and family, I'm so sorry for your sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Phyllis Bragg Mrs "La"
December 6, 2015
I feel like I lost another son. My deepest sympathy to all the family and friends of dear Ricky.
vicki Jakubowski
December 6, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with
You all at this time. Even though it's been many years since our High school year's
Rick was the one of the Best!
Brenda Sills
December 5, 2015
I am so sorry for a tremendous loss for his family, friends and the community. Praying for comfort, support andknow that so many care.
December 5, 2015
Mariellen, Gianna, and Nina,
Our heart breaks for all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you. He was a great man taken from this earth to soon. Rest in peace Rick. GOD BLESS
~Bob and Ida Kmiotek and Family
Gianluca Cuccia
December 5, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
December 5, 2015
My heart is aching for your family Rick. I do not know what you were like after high school but I could only imagine it was wonderful. Rick was my buddy in many of my classes. We were always laughing and having so much fun. He was like a brother to me I high school. I always thought of him as a very caring and considerate person. I wish that I could have stayed in contact with him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was truly a remarkable person who will always have a special place in my heart.
Shawna Cruikshank (mulherin)
December 5, 2015
I'm so very sorry to hear the news. My heartfelt condolences to you all. I'm sorry I cannot personally attend services today but am keeping you in prayer. May God's presence and love be with you through the coming days. Rest in peace Rick
Julie Cimino
December 4, 2015
Uncle Rick,
You are truly missed. Your kind heart, love and laughter filled our lives and will continue with your spirit. Your life here was cut short but we have a lifetime of memories that I will hold dear to my heart. I am so blessed to have you in my life, you have been an inspiration to many . God bless . Until we meet again our angel .
Love always , Julie Cimino ( Nasca )
December 4, 2015
Uncle Rick,
You truly will be missed. Your kind heart, love and laughter has been a blessing over the years. My heart breaks that you left this world early, but so grateful of the time spent. I will cherish those moments forever. Our lives will never be the same. You hold a dear spot in my heart. Love you dearly xoxoxo
Julie Cimino ( Nasca )
Jessica Seeley
December 4, 2015
Mariellen, Gianna, and Nina,
My heart breaks for you all. Words are inadequate in expressing how deeply saddened we are for you. May you find peace and comfort in fond memories. ~The Seeley family -Jessica, Sean, Sarah, and Liam.
December 4, 2015
We send our deepest condolences ..... Steve and Liz Leone and family
December 4, 2015
December 04, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sam Ezzezew
Patty Scarlata
December 4, 2015
My sweet memories of Rick date back to senior year in high school, MCC, & Thursday nights at Paupers Den. I remember the way he made us all feel with his warm smile and kind nature. That never changed. He then married into one of the best families that I have been blessed to know most of my life. Mariellen, Gianna & Nina -
I am sorry for the pain and sorrow you are all experiencing. My prayers, love and sympathy go out to all of you in a huge way.
Pamela e Jack Borgesano
December 4, 2015
Anche se l oceano ci separa il destino ha fatto unire le nostre strade, e ci ha dato la possibilità di incontrare una persona meravigliosa come te e apprezzare la tua bontà e generosità nei confronti di tutta la tua famiglia e le persone che ti stavano accanto. Per noi è stato un onore e un privilegio conoscerti e ora nel nostro cuore lasci un grande vuoto. Ti vogliamo bene e non ti dimenticheremo mai
Although the ocean separated our lives the fate has united our streets, and gave us the chance to meet such a wonderful person like you And to appreciate your kindness and generosity towards all your family and the People close to you. For us it was an honor and a privilege to meet You And now in our hearts your loss leaves a great void. we love you and will never forget you
Rosanna and Mimmo Cuccia
December 4, 2015
To our lovely family in the States our deepest simpathy for your loss. Having had the opportunity to meet Richard means very much to us. He was a special person. All our love.
Kathy Brown (Gert)
December 4, 2015
Barry and Martha, my prayers and sympathies to you and your family.
Louie Denes
December 4, 2015
Rick was a gifted leader, a true gentleman, an inspiration and a dear friend to all. I'm so very thankful to have known him as a colleague and friend throughout the many, many years. Knowing him made us all better persons. God must have needed the very best to have taken him home so soon. My sincere condolences to his family in this time of great sorrow.
Phoenix Photography Inc Staff and Owners
December 4, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family Nina.
Gianna Nasca
December 4, 2015
I love you so much daddy I can't believe this is real. I promise I will make you proud, please watch over mom, Nina and I. I love you forever
Patty DeLorenzo
December 4, 2015
I remember Rick as a shy but funny guy in high school. I'm deeply sorry for your loss of husband & father. I m sure your memories will be cherished forever with much love & many smiles.
December 4, 2015
Mel,Gianna,Nina,
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to you on this day. Rick will never be forgotten as i already miss looking for the countless golf balls that he hit into the woods ,the look of amazement on his face when he missed the 3 foot putt that he really needed to make or that same look when Corning stock price just shot up hours after he sold some stock options. The 21 yrs of working with Rick and having him as a friend will leave me with an everlasting smile on my face. Rest in peace and may God bless you and your terrific family.
Chris & Al Gramza
Mom & Dad Cimino
December 4, 2015
Jules & Joey, We are so sorry! Love & Prayers!
Dawn Rice-Sachs
December 4, 2015
Julie & Joe
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your uncle. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Barry Nasca
December 4, 2015
My brother no words can describe the emptiness in my heart you are my best friend for life and I'm so proud of saying you are my brother I will cherish our life together . May god bless you and keep you close until me meet again love you and peace be with you.
December 4, 2015
Maryellen, I am so sorry for your loss.
Though I haven't seen you both in many years, I do remember how happy you two were.
Take comfort in your memories and may God bless you and your daughters.
Love and Prayers, Ivette and Bill Shaheen
Ralph Vito II
December 4, 2015
Rick you will be missed. We can be assured that you are with the Lord. You and my brother Frank are together again. Love you guys. Ralph & Rita Vito
Eugenea Johnson
December 4, 2015
Rick will be deeply missed. His laughter and positive attitude made it a pleasure to be around him. My sympathies and prayers to all the family.
December 4, 2015
Mariellen, Gianna and Nina - We were so very sad to hear the news of your loss. You are in our hearts and our prayers. Jenna, Adam and Traci Testa
December 4, 2015
Mariellen and Family,
My heartfelt sympathy is with you in this time of shock and grief. It has been my privilege to work with Rick and know him as the generous and good humored man that he was. May you heal and be strengthened by the many, lovely memories.
Mark Westcott, Fairport
Joe & Patti Cimino
December 4, 2015
Ray and Joan, Our deepest sympathies to you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love, Joe & Patti Cimino
December 4, 2015
Barry, Martha and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your Brother Barry. Our hearts, love, prayers and sympathy are with you always.
Joe & Patti Cimino
December 4, 2015
Mariellen, Gianna & Nina, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you have our deepest sympathies and prayers.
Maritrese Vito-Palumbo
December 4, 2015
Rick and Frank are now reunited again. Our heavenly angels xo
Judy Brondon
December 4, 2015
In the loving memory of a friend...a great guy who when I think of I will always remember his smile and laugh that he always shared with everyone. Rest in peace and be the angel on the shoulder of Mariellen, Gianna & Nina.
Tracy, Tyler, and Ryan Crandall
December 4, 2015
Nina, Mariellen and Gianna, no words can offer you the comfort you need at this time, but we hope the groundswell of love you feel from family and friends helps you through this heartbreaking experience.
Lucy and Tony Turrisi
December 4, 2015
Rick, your friendship and humor will surely be missed by all. We are here for your family and will watch over them as we know you are too. Rest in peace my friend.
Tom Kopf
December 4, 2015
My deepest sympathies. I enjoyed working with him and payday lunches with Rick, Lou, and Jim in the 80s. Always smiling, laughing, and joking. A good man that will be missed by many.
Karen C. Martin
December 4, 2015
On behalf of Corning Incorporated Foundation, and its Board of Trustees, please accept our deepest sympathies. It was my distinct privilege to work with Rick on the grant in support of the MCC Optical Systems Technologies Program. He brought his best to everything that he so graciously took on. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe Nichol
December 4, 2015
Mariellen and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of Rick. He was a great guy. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beth O'Brien
December 4, 2015
Dear Cousins Mariellen, Gianna and Nina, and the rest of the extended family, I was so sorry to learn of Rick's passing. You are in my thoughts as I remember Rick's big smile and laughter at family events. Please be comforted by the warm wishes from friends and family both near and far.
Donna Harnischfeger- Wells
December 4, 2015
I knew Rick from high school, he was one of the good guys..a true Gentleman.My heart goes out to his family and to all who knew and loved him, I know he will be missed!
Greg Arserio
December 3, 2015
Ricky, you touched countless lives in the incredible network of family, friends and colleagues you had in your wonderful life! I will be forever grateful for the lessons you taught me and all the fun times we shared. You are one-of-a-kind and will be sorely missed. God Bless your family!
Mark Pastorella
December 3, 2015
Buddy, you left us way too early. I enjoyed our friendship and will miss the laughter. You did so much for MCC and we are so grateful. And, so very sad. I know how much you treasure your family and my thoughts and prayers are with them tonight. Godspeed and god bless all who are shocked and saddened by your sudden passing.
Lorraine Engel
December 3, 2015
I was so sorry to hear of Rick"s passing. My sympathies go out to his family.
Linda Engel Decker
December 3, 2015
I was so very sad to hear of the passing of someone I knew years ago and have many great memories of. My sincere condolences go to Rick's family and friends.
December 3, 2015
To my Good friend ,
I will cherish all the memories !!It will never be the same..You left us way to early...I am blessed to have
called you friend...
Gino Marcello
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