RICHARD-MAZZA-Obituary

RICHARD MAZZA

Tacoma, Washington

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Tacoma, Washington
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American Heart Association

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Richard "Coach" Mazza Aug. 24, 1933 - July 1, 2010 Richard John Mazza Sr. was taken to be with our Heavenly Father on 7-1-2010 after his battle with cardiomyopathy. Richard was born and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey. He left his home town when he joined the Air Force at the age of 19 years....

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I can't begin to tell you how many wonderfull memories you have filled my heart with, the camping, baseball, darts,papa's hawaiian birthday party just to name a few. no one could ask for a more caring and special person to come into their lives.
I know that you are at peace with your maker and having one heck of a reunion with Heather and the love of your life Shirley. You are truely ONE IN A MILLION . Bet papa is talking you into surfing .
Love You , and...

Richard was a shining example of how to 'pay it forward.' He was committed to his Visitation Church community, serving on the fundraising committee, finance council, maintenance and security committees, as well as serving as usher and eucharistic minister. He made Lenten "Fish Fridays" something not to be missed--and could cook a mean spaghetti sauce,too! Richard was a true gentleman and mentor and we will miss him.

Elisabeth & John Albers (Visitation Parishioners and fellow...

I'm sorry to hear about Dick's passing. He was my very first football coach at Eastside Boys Club and I will always remember him.

He was a very special person....he has done so much in his life...and touched many hearts...he will be missed...

Grandpa you taught me a lot in life ill never forget softball Texas hold em huskies game watching the mariners on t.v. or listening to them in the car you truly touched a lot of lives you will be a legendary coach in my book I LOVE YOU GRANDPA GIVE GRANDMA AND HEATHER A KISS AND HUG FOR ME GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

Dad you have done so much for us in good times and bad, you have touched a lot of people life's new and old, I know you will be missed by all, I love you pop's and will never forget you, your son Ron

You are the light of alot of peoples lives!

Coach was like a father to me. He was a beutiful person that loved his wife, his family and friends. He treated everyone like the way that he would want to be treated. Everytime he talked about his family his eyes brightened up. He especially held his wife dear to his heart. I thank God everyday for allowing Coach to be a part of his life. And boy did he know his sports! Love you Coach!

Dad I love you and you will be greatly missed.
your son
Randy