Photo courtesy of Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel - Worcester
Boylston, Massachusetts
Age 77
Eugene A. ?Gino? Rida, 77 of Boylston, formerly of Boston?s West end and North end, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 in UMASS Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Gino is survived by his devoted wife of fifty four years, Evelyn A. (Multeri) Rida; his son, Gino A. Rida of Boylston; his twin daughters, Gina M. Greenleaf and her husband Michael and Maria G. O?Neil and her husband Michael; three grandchildren, Shaina, Michael and Nicole O?Neil all of Worcester; many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by two brothers, Richard and Freddy Rita.
Gino was born in Boston, Ma, a son of the late Mary (Lattanzi) Rita. He graduated from Brighton High School and later attended Babson College and Quinsigamond Community College receiving his associate?s degree in criminal justice. Gino served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Gino worked for the Worcester Police Department for 34 years. He began his career as a foot patrolman in 1964, and then worked in the Detective Bureau for many years before retiring in 1998 as a Lieutenant.
Gino was a proud member of the VFW Post and was a strong supporter to the veterans. He was also a member of the National Police Association. Gino?s greatest enjoyment in life was spending time with his family.
A period of calling hours will be held on Sunday, June 16th from 3-6 p.m.in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester. A funeral Mass for Gino will be held on Monday, June 17, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. To share your thoughts and memories of Gino, please visit his personal guestbook at: mercadantefuneral.com.
We remember Gino today with great fondness. His stories have remained in my heart and have been repeated many times. Special prayers for your family today and always.
Pat Berberian Ordway
June 07, 2021 | Family
Being 3000 miles away has always been difficult . Its at these moments I wish I could literally be closer. To visit you and other loved ones. I would bring flowers and memories.
Deborah Shaw
June 07, 2020 | Rosamond, CA | Family
Nice to remember you today Uncle Gino ❤
Deborah Shaw
June 07, 2019 | Winnetka, CA | Family
Being without you this past year has really made a difference. I hope that you and my Dad, up there, are somehow making a difference , helping us here. You are loved, and missed. Rest in Peace, still. Love, Deborah
July 08, 2014
with heartfelt sympathy Gino, I wish I had known, so sorry for your loss, Love Beth
July 01, 2013
GINA, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. ELLEN MANISCALCO
June 21, 2013
Gino and Evelyn: My deepest sympathy to the both of you and all your family. Please know that my prayers are with you in such a sad & difficult time.
Tina Tiscione
June 20, 2013 | Worcester, MA
To the Rida family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you for the loss of Gino. He was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him over the years. He had a great smile. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Francis J. Casey
Retired WFD
WPD
Francis Casey
June 19, 2013 | Worcester, MA
Cousin Deb is here. Always was, always will be. I find new ways to celebrate who my Dad. was. Gino, Maria, and Gino... Your Dad was. A great man.
Deborah Shaw
June 18, 2013