Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Jul 12, 1923 – Dec 20, 2014 (Age 91)
Age 91, of Lawrenceville, on Saturday, December 20, 2014. Husband of the late Margaret M. (Ciancio) Balsomico; beloved father of Richard J. (Frannie) Balsomico, II and Debbie (John) Alm; grandfather of Jason (April) Balsomico, Steven (Yasuko) Balsomico, Andrew and Gina Alm and the late Brian Balsomico; great-grandfather of Logan and Richard Juntarou "RJ" Balsomico; brother of Edna Braverman, Norma DeLuca and the late Dorothy Mittenswey. Friends received at the WALTER J. ZALEWSKI FUNERAL HOME, 216 44th Street, Lawrenceville, Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, St. Augustine Church on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. Richard served in the Navy during World War II, was a U.S. Postal Clerk and retired in 1978, then became a volunteer for the Rehabilitation Institute of Pittsburgh and John Kane Hospital. He was a certified lifeguard and past president of A.A.R.P. Chapter 3949, a fan of boxing, having boxed for the Kingsley House and in the Navy. In Richard's early years, he, his father, uncle and family, formed the group "The Melody Four". His favorite hobby was singing and entertaining the residents at Canterbury Place.
Read MoreUncle Rich was the best guy.....he had a terrific sense of humor....and treated me almost like a second son. He will be missed by many and Deb, Rich, my best to you. Hope to see you soon. Wayne
Wayne Lynch
December 26, 2014 | Seattle, WA
Uncle Richard, I will always remember what a nice man you were. You had a wonderful smile, a great sense of humor, you were so kind to my sister and I...you will be missed.
Ps: thank you Santa Clause <3
Robbyn Braverman
December 24, 2014 | Monroeville, PA
So very sorry to hear about your father's death Debbie. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Hope your parents are having a wonderful reunion in Heaven.
Karen LaFrance
December 24, 2014 | Noblesville, IN
I meet Richard while he was volunteering at Canterbury Place.
He was such a joy to have around and the residents absolutely enjoyed his singing and dancing.
He will be missed by all.
Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. May his memory warm your hearts.
Nikkia Zipf
December 23, 2014 | Pittsburgh, PA
My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6, 7
Saj
December 21, 2014
Praying for your family at this difficult time.
Jill Welsh
December 21, 2014 | Monroeville, PA
Rich, Your father was one of the finest gentlemen I have ever had the privilege to know. He was truly an inspiration in my life, especially on how to be a father. Please accept my deepest condolences. I hope that his wonderful memory helps you through these difficult times. Rodney Fink
December 21, 2014
