Richard A. Gagliardi Sr.

Great coach and a even better man

great Coach and a great Person

Coach Gag will always hold a special place with my family. Not only was he a wonderful coach but more important, he was a great person

So many wonderful memories from SVS Hockey School at Taft. From attending camp all summer to working there as a teen . Lots of fun times with Dick and Joe too. Mr. Gag was always there for campers and workers. As a camper he helped tied my skates on a few occasions, as a worker he trusted me and taught me to be responsible. He will always remain in my memories. So sorry to hear of his passing .

Dear Mrs Gag, Joe, and family

Mr Gag

Strong, committed, dedicated, demanding, hard worker, role model, motivator and framer of boys and men as a father, teacher, coach.

Great dignity

Highly regarded and respected by all

A true gentleman

Always had my admiration

Sorry for your loss

My condolences

My sincere condolences to the Gagliardi family.


Eric Malkin

My sincere condolences to Joe Gags, Dick Jr. and the entire Gagliardi family. Your dad was one of the most accomplished players, coach, teacher and administrators in CT history. I had a unique acquaintance with Dick as we both were awarded the Fred Hitt - Milt Schroeder HS Rookie of the Year award in High School Hockey. Dick in the 49-50 season playing for Hamden and myself in the 59-60 season playing for WH. I also first met your dad when he shook my hand after a game when I was the first...

Dear Mrs. Gag and Family,
My sincere condolences. Craig Henrici