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RICHARD CRISTADORO Obituary

CRISTADORO, Richard L. Age 70, of Hull, formerly of Hingham and Mattapan, passed away February 9, 2020. After graduating from high school, Richie volunteered and served proudly in the United States Army, Americal Division, in the Vietnam War. He pursued his studies at Boston State College and then worked for the MBTA as a revenue agent for many years.

Richie's proudest accomplishments were his daughter, Julie and his son, Matthew. An avid sports enthusiast, he was a devoted father who coached his children's youth sports teams. His passions included his family, friends, gardening, golfing, and spending time at the beach. Richie was an exceptionally patient and compassionate brother to Mike, and they shared a very special bond. Richie will be remembered as a dedicated son, loving father and brother, and loyal friend.

Loving father of Julie Cristadoro of Sagamore Beach and Matthew Cristadoro of Medford and the late Samuel Cristadoro. Former husband of Kathleen A. (Fox) Cristadoro of Sagamore Beach. Beloved son of the late Louis J. and Josephine "Jay" (Ternullo) Cristadoro. Brother of John Cristadoro of Quincy, Louis Cristadoro of FL, Carol Dominguez and her husband Mario of Cohasset, Joseph Cristadoro and his wife Stephanie of Hanover, Lisa Harrington and her husband Bob of Hingham, Michael Cristadoro of Hingham and the late Jim Cristadoro. Richie is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Visiting Hours on Monday, 4-8 PM in the Pyne Keohane Funeral Home, 21 Emerald St. (off Central St.), HINGHAM. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the Funeral Home at 9:15 AM on Tuesday prior to the Funeral Mass in St. Paul's Church, Hingham at 10 AM. Burial in Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Donations in memory of Richie may be made to MDS Foundation, www.mds-foundation.org/donate or to N.E. Center and Home for Vietnam Veterans, 17 Court St., #2601, Boston, MA 02108. See www.Keohane.com or call 1-800-Keohane for directions and online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2020.

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Michael cristadoro

February 7, 2021

Hi Richie, I miss u Richie. U took care of me and took me to the dollar store all the time and we had a lot of fun. We had a lot of fun at the carnivals too. We had fun driving in the parking lot. We had fun at 21 mid ledge just watching tv. We made good dinners and had good desserts. We had fun at the arcade. We had a good time at the beach and riding our bikes. We had fun at rosies house and the ave tav a long time ago. And we had fun at mike chupaks house. I miss u. Love, mike

Bob Desmond

February 7, 2021

Hey Richie! There is much time that passes without a fond memory of a fun time I had with you, and those memories will never cease...

Lisa

December 24, 2020

Thinking of u tonight Rich. Lifetime of memories of Xmas eve. Love u. Lisa

Daniel Salvati

May 4, 2020

Sorry to Richs's Family. I worked with rich on the Trucks in money Room. He was great to work with and a we had some good times. God Bless him

Dan Salvati

Fred Lydon

February 22, 2020

Our sincerest condolences on Richie's passing

February 17, 2020

My deepest sympathies to the family. Rich was a great guy with the quickest wit. So many fond memories from back in the Mattapan days. Grateful for his service to our Country . Rest in Peace
OB ( john O'Brien ) , Maui, Hawaii

Mike Casey(former Ma resident)

February 17, 2020

Mr. Cristadoro,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army in Vietnam. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Marissa Pitts

February 16, 2020

Thank you for your service in the military and in the money room in Charlestown.

February 16, 2020

Richie, When it came time to choose our best man, it was a no brainer. You will
forever be our hero and inspiration.
RIP Stephanie & Joey

February 15, 2020

Rich it was a pleasure and an honor to have known you, you are one of the top coolest 5 guys to com e out of Mattapan, thanks for talking to me Steve Fitz

Anne Turner

February 15, 2020

Dearest Louis,
We are saddened to hear of your brother Richies passing. We send our deepest sympathy to you. Bless him , and we thank him for his selflessness in his service to our country. Love you Louis.
Anne McGowan Turner, and Tricia McGowan Tagtmeyer.

Bob Desmond

February 15, 2020

So many fond and funny memories of you Rich....memories that will last for the rest of my life! You are profoundly missed!

Bob Desmond

Joanne Hurley

February 15, 2020

My sincere condolences to the family of Richie. May his memory be a blessing.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Dominic Monaco

Sent Flowers

Mark Hoban

February 14, 2020

God bless you rich from all your brothers at the mbta
And those of us who worked with you in the money room
In Charlestown.and thank you for your service to our country.
Rest in peace

February 14, 2020

Dear Richie,
Thank you for everything! I will miss you forever.
Love, Mike

February 13, 2020

from all the hebard's to all the cristadoro's dick tiger rest in peace

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