Marlborough, Connecticut
1950 - 2020
On February 11, 2020, the life force known as Richard Gonci went off to his next adventure. Born on February 22, 1950, and raised in Marlborough, he was the son of the late George and Elinor (West) Gonci and a 1968 graduate of RHAM. Richard was the beloved husband of Joanna Fink, and father of...
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Cygnet Rowing Club
I am so sorry about Rich Commodore departure! He is rowing and sailing in more elevated and peaceful waters now. Rest in peace and my heart is with Rich family.
In loving memory of a wonderful person!!!
Gabriel Corbellini
February 18, 2020 | Somerville, MA
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rob Claypool
February 17, 2020 | Family
Happy days sailing the Inland Waterways, 2005
Sam Engelstad
February 17, 2020
Richie at the Inland Waterway, 2005
Sam Engelstad
February 17, 2020
We're so sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences to all the family from Langdon Quin and Caren Canier.
Caren Canier
February 16, 2020 | Troy, NY
So sorry to learn of Richards passing. He was an amazing person and an unforgettable influence in the lives of all he knew. My condolences to Richards family and to all of us in his extended circle of lifetime friends.
Charles McDonald
February 16, 2020 | Friend
1983
Burned by my vision of a world that shone/ So brightly at the last, and then was gone- Clive James, critic, broadcaster, essayist, novelist and poet
Richard and I were best friends four decades. To look back now and grasp the enormity of that breadth, commitment and love, these four decades, later seems unfathomable. We loved one another deeply, shared trials, triumphs, infective laughter, disappointments, and deep sorrows was quite a ride.
I miss my best friend, but am...
David Sumner
February 15, 2020 | Maitland, FL | Friend
