Dayton, Ohio
Apr 18, 1932 – Nov 18, 2025 (Age 93)
DeSando, Richard J.Richard J. DeSando passed away at the age of 93 on November 18, 2025. He was predeceased by his brothers, Vito, Dominic, Leo, and sister, Susan; also by his beloved wife of 60 years, Ruth Ann. He leaves behind his only son, Richard Nicholas, granddaughter, Rachel, brother,...
Read MoreI first met Dr. DeSando in 1972 after starting work at Mound Lab. In my heart, there are only two words to adequately describe that man. Those words are "CLASS ACT"! Enough said. Rest in peace dear friend.
Ron Dehart
November 21, 2025 | Work
I worked with Dick at Mound and occasionally did software development in support of Dick´s work. He was the most pleasant, unassuming, even-keeled scientists I supported at Mound. It was a pleasure to know him. Dan Hill
Dan Hill
November 20, 2025 | Work
