Richard-Cervi-Obituary

Photo courtesy of Walter J. Zalewski Funeral Home - 44th Street - Pittsburgh

Richard N. Cervi

Dec 19, 1954 - Feb 11, 2026

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Richard greeted us with a hardy hello each time we passed him on his porch.
We always looked forward to seeing him.
We will remember his warmth, his kindness and his big smile.
He and Diane- the strong anchors in our neighborhood!
Our deepest condolences to Diane and the Cervi family.
Phil and Kathy Phillips

I had the pleasure of caring for Rich in the last year. He was a ray of sunshine. The most polite, patient, kind, and hard headed man. He was so stubborn in the best way. I loved every minute of Rich and Diane. I will remember him forever, and with so much love. I’m thinking of his family in this time and forevermore.

Diane, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Stay close and hug your family every chance you get. Life goes too fast. Carol Mrazik from Pitt Dental School.

Richard is my first cousin , and a good man.His dad was my dad's brother.I haven't seen Richard for awhile but know that he was a wonderful devoted son and took wonderful care of our Aunt Josephine. RIP, Richard, you earned the stars in your crown.

Often family sometimes wonder did I do enough or say enough. I was able to visit with Richard when you were not there...and the answer is yes. He felt so much love and he cared so much about each one of you. To his friends, Co workers, and caregivers he appreciated the kindness each gave . He was such a humble and peaceful man. God Bless and keep you. The "old nurse"

Obituary

Richard's Obituary

Age 71, of Highland Park, on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Beloved husband of 49 years of Dianna L. (Hohman-Phillips) Cervi; loving father of Christina (Thomas) Carlin and Richard N. Cervi, Jr.; cherished Pap of Abigail, Haley, Callie and Grady Carlin; son of the late Nazareth and Josephine (Plesia) Cervi; brother of Regina (Steve) Arch and Robert (Alice) Cervi; brother-in-law of Sharon Hohman and Ronald “Butch” (Jackie) Phillips, Jr.; uncle of Alex Cervi, Shelby (Michael) Werkmeister and Taylor (Rob) Ficorilli; great-uncle of Hilary Ficorilli; also survived by numerous neighbors and friends.

Richard was a dedicated City of Pittsburgh Forestry Division employee with over 39 years of service.

Family and friends are welcomed at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, on Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 5-8 p.m. and Monday, February 16, 2026 from 2-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at St. Jude Parish, Sacred Heart Church on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

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