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Richard Retcho Obituary
The son of Richard F. Retcho and the late Paula Simenes Retcho, he was born December 1, 1960 in New York City.
Richard was a proprietor/owner of Automatic Security and Electric in Pine Bush. He was a member of the Church of the Infant Saviour, President of the Pine Bush Volunteer Fire Dept., Assistant Captain of Pine Bush Ambulance Corp., he was a member of the Orange County Fireman's Association, Hudson Valley Fireman's Association and the Fireman's Association of the State of New York.
Survivors include loving father, Richard R. Retcho; his loving companion, Carol Miller at home; loving daughter, Vanessa Retcho and Ashley Retcho also at home; loving son, Bryan Retcho at home; loving sister, Carol Ventura and her husband, John of Harrison, N.Y.; grandfather, Vincent Savarrino of Pittston, Pa.; three nieces, Krista, Maria and Paula Ventura.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the William M. Gagan Funeral Home, 1525 Burlingham Road, Pine Bush.
Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 10 a.m. at The Church of the Infant Saviour. Fr. Kevin Gallagher will officiate.
Burial will be held at St. Raymond's Cemetery, Bronx, N.Y.
Memorial contributions can be made to Bryan and Ashley Retcho Educational Fund care of William M. Gagan Funeral Home, P.O. Box 776, Pine Bush, NY 12566.
Arrangements were made by the William M. Gagan Funeral Home, Inc. For directions/info: www.wmgaganfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Retcho
Nicholas Petrera
November 13, 2006
Richie,
You have my sincere condolence. Karen And Virginia always spoke of "Little Richie" withjoy in their voice. I'm sure he and Paula are together and one day you all will be together again.
God Bless,
Nick Petrera
Patricia Petrera
November 6, 2006
To My Brother
It is very hard for me to put into words how I feel.There is no greater bond between a parent and a child.but be assured he is good compay.
Love
Pat
Ellen Birkland
November 5, 2006
I am deeply sadden by the lose of a very funny cousin. Richie always made people laugh with the jokes and stories that he told. And I too remember all the good times we shared at Uncle Richie and Aunt Paula's house and with the rest of the family. The family gatherings were times of happiness and laughter, which I have very fond memories of and will carry them always for years to come. And I can just imagine that Richie is with Aunt Paula and the rest of the family, laughing and having a good time. My prayers and love go out to the rest of the family. We love and miss you all and will miss Richie deeply.
Carol Ventura
November 3, 2006
My beloved brother. I know you are with our mother now and that she welcomed you with open arms so you would not be alone or afraid. You are the most incredible brother anyone can ever imagine. The way you have given so much of yourself is something to be so proud of and that I am - proud. Proud to call you my brother. I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU DEARLY.
Until we meet again.....
Your loving sister - Carol
Kathi Metzinger
November 1, 2006
Dear Vanessa,
I'm very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I knew him many years ago and he could always make me laugh, even if it wasn't really funny. He was a great guy. Be strong, you have more support than you realize. I have some photos of us when you were little that are funny. Email me if you want copies of them. My condolences to the rest of Richard's family.
Chief Chris Dineen
November 1, 2006
On behalf of the Officers and Members of the New Windsor Volunteer Ambulance Corps, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Rich's family, friends, Pine Bush Fire Dept. and to the members of Pine Bush Volunteer Ambulance Corps.
Jess Davis
October 31, 2006
Were so sorry for you loss.Rich will always be loved and very missed....
EMS Coordinator Michael Walton
October 31, 2006
On behalf of the Orange County Department of Emergency Services, Division of EMS and the Orange County EMS Coordinators I would like to extend our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to Rich's family, and members of the Pine Bush Fire Department and Ambulance Corps.
Captain Frank Cassanite
October 31, 2006
On behalf of the Officers and Members of the Warwick Volunteer Ambulance Corps, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies and condolences to Rich's family, friends, to the Pine Bush Fire Dept. and to our brothers and sisters of the Pine Bush Volunteer Ambulance Corps.
Brian Smidga
October 30, 2006
I heard about the passing of Richard. I will keep his whole family in My prayers. I didn't know him but I am a volunteer in the Ambulance corp for Woodbury.
Suzann Froelich
October 30, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. Although it has been years since all of us cousins have been together, I will always fondly remember the times we shared as kids at Uncle Richie's and Aunt Paula's house for family get togethers. We had a lot of good times. Richie is now with his wonderful mother and our Heavenly Father. He is in good hands. May God Bless you all and be with you at this very sad time.
Cookie Panek
October 30, 2006
We are saddened by the loss of a great guy. I have known Richard for many years and my thoughts and prayers are with the family. I have known Vanessa all of her life and a part of Richard will live on in her and all of his children. I am sorry that I am so far away in your time of need but remember I love you always.
Virginia Littlefield
October 30, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of a great cousin. I remember all the trips to the city and we would spend time at Uncle Richie and Aunt Paula's house. I have fond memories of Little Richie and Carol.
May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Virginia Petrera Littlefield (Cousin Ginny)
Chief Michael Witkowski
October 30, 2006
On behalf of the Administration and Staff of Regional EMS, we offer our deepest sympathies and condolences to Rich's family, friends, the Members of Pine Bush EMS and the Pine Bush FD.
Karen Martin
October 30, 2006
Happy childhood memories always have my cousins in them! I LOVED going to the City every summer so that I could be with my family. Little Richie was always soooo much fun, and such a good sport with all us girls! Spending the night at their house and going up and down the stairs a million times laughing will always be a cherished part of my childhood. Although it's been years since we've actually seen each other, my thoughts are always with you!
Until we meet again,
Your Cousin Karen
Captain Deb Palen
October 30, 2006
I would like to offer condolences on behalf of the Members and Officers of the Town of Montgomery Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Our deepest sympathies are extended to Rich's family, his friends, and to the Members of the Pine Bush Volunteer Ambulance Corps and the Pine Bush Fire Dept.
Town of Montgomery Ambulance Corps
Ed Myers
October 30, 2006
I am deeply saddened by the loss of a brother firefighter and my brother Will's "twin". On behalf of Bon Air Volunteer Fire Department and the Myers family, we offer our condolences to Rich's loved ones and to our brothers and sisters in Pine Bush Fire Department. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jess Napolitano
October 30, 2006
I have know Rich ever since I became Best Friends with Vanessa, that has been now for the last 8 years. I also knew Rich from the PBFD and the Bay, Rich is a wonderful person, he was like a second father to me when things went bad, and I need someone to talk to I knew he would listen to me. I will miss him very much, he has touch the hearts of many people in PineBush, and others that were around him. Richard Retcho will remmber forever in everyone's hearts and all of the memories we had with him. He will never be forgotton. We all LOVE you rich no matter where you are!!
Captain Douglas DiBlasi
October 29, 2006
On behalf of the Officers & Members of the Chester Volunteer Ambulance Corps, we offer our deepest sympathies and condolences to Rich's family, friends, the Members of Pine Bush EMS and the Pine Bush FD.
Sue Maher
October 29, 2006
I've known Rich for most of my life, he and my sister gave me one of the most dearest gifts of my life-my niece Vanessa. My heartfelt sympathies and condolences go out to all of Rich's family and friends. Rich will be missed terribly. Vanessa, I want you to remember these following words. I hope that they will help you get through this shock.
"To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.""
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
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