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RICHARD ANGELO Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD ANGELO
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Ann Marie Ferreira
August 18, 2024
Richie, I still miss you and your beautiful personality. You were a true Gem in so many lives. You taught my son Christopher well in classes and even got him to break a board in class. I pray you have found your Nana Mary. Tell her I sent love and hugs to her as well please. Till we hopefully meet again one day. Sleep well our Dear Friend and Mentor to so many.
Zubin
August 18, 2023
Rich Angelo still my hero to this day! Absolute legend
Zubin
August 18, 2021
Richie!!!! Love you and miss you my brotha.
Zubin Laliwala
November 11, 2020
Happy birthday Richie brotha and thanks for you service.
Zubin Laliwala
August 18, 2020
Richard Angelo (1959-2012)
Today, August 18th is always a tough emotional day...
This gentleman was my first kickboxing instructor. He then evolved into a life coach and also a family member to me. I mean... definitely a role model I look up to him. Dude was a hero to myself and many others. In fact, it's a small serendipitous world; Richie ended up marrying my best friend's aunt. Rich was a great man.
On this day, eight years ago he left this Earth at the young age of 53. He was a special person, it was devastating. It's still sad to miss him but of course I'm grateful, honored, happy and blessed to know him. I think about him everyday and all of the martial arts and life lessons he taught.
This was the final picture of him ever taken on Earth. What a special picture he was shinning in it with no digital effects but make no mistake there are special effects in the picture, because he is in it.
I salute you today and forever my Kickboxing Coach and loved one, Rich Angelo. You were always in my corner both in and out of the ring.
Love you Richie!
Love,
Zubin
My hero and also to many others...
Zubin Laliwala
August 18, 2020
Kevin Mastronardi
August 13, 2020
We could Richie today. He taught me faith. I will never forget him.
Something I found today .. Not a day goes by we don't think about you ❤
Cara
October 28, 2019
Zubin Laliwala
August 18, 2019
Richie!!! Love ya man!!! It's been 7 years today since you walked the earth but your spirit is felt every bit as strong my brotha.
Zubin Laliwala
August 18, 2018
Not to sound like a broken record but I miss u still brother. God bless and I love you man. You've always been an inspiration and like another father figure to me. Your lessons you've tought live on in me and others. I strive to be like you. You may be the closest thing to a real life angel that I've met. You probably are and angel brother. I mean it's written in your name Richard ANGELo. Yep you're and angel
Love ya, miss ya, blessed to know you, I know you're energy and spirit lives strong.
Sincerely,
Zubin Laliwala
Zubin Laliwala
November 11, 2017
Happy Birthday brotha. Thanks for your service too especially being Veterans Day and all. You da man! Love ya brotha.
Zubin Laliwala
August 18, 2017
Can't believe it's been 5 years. Miss you brother! God bless I know your looking down guiding and helping us all still!
Zubin Laliwala
August 18, 2016
Richie I probably think about you almost everyday. Even now if I really start thinking about you being gone I start to cry. Usually I think about the way you lived and just knowing you and how happy it made me feel, even to this day proud to know you.
You were in my corner in the ring but even more so in life. I knew you as kickboxing and martial arts instructor, but more so as a man, as Richie. You were a hero to me. I wish I could have told you that but I know that you knew.
One time I was walking into Patty's daughters christining I was wondering where to sit. You called out "hey Zube" and waved me over to sit next to you. I felt like a little kid who just got called over by one of his heroes. I was so happy and beaming just to sit next to you.
Richie you had that kind of effect in the world, with people, and especially me. Very few people who I have ever known walk the face of this Earth have earned that level of love, respect, admiration and endearment from me.
I know you're in a great place and I feel your prescence from there. God blessed you Richie and we are all blessed by knowing you.
Much thanks, love and blessings
Ann Marie Ferreira
September 14, 2015
Rich, Today I drove up Broadway in Everett and turned my head to the school. WOW I started to cry again, you are so missed by so many people. I met you years ago when I took care of your Nana Mary Angelo and I felt the love and warmth you put out towards every person you ever met back then. I can still hear your words when training my son Christopher in your Karate classes and the encouragement you gave to the Tournament Team every time we went to Florida to compete and represent your school. You were such a GEM in our lives and I will never forget you. I hope to see you again one day on the other side, till then love and peace to your family. An Angel in life and now an Angel sitting with the Lord.
September 13, 2015
Missing you so much, sensei...so happy to have received your scholarship this past year...gives me more motivation to put that scholarship to good use!
Cheryl Angelo
August 18, 2015
You are forever my Heart and Soul
0818 Honey
Corey McCormack
March 4, 2014
I know your smiling down from heaven. RIP Sensei. Peace & Love. Corey McCormack
Lisa Bonales Capparelli
February 21, 2013
I just recently found out about Richie passing away and I want to extend my sympathy to the entire Angelo family. I met Richie in 1979 when he was a student at Springfield College. He was a funny, kind and considerate person. From all of the entries in this guest book, nothing had changed. I have many great memories of him, but the one that changed my life and will stay with me forever was when he helped me open up about my mothers death. She passed away when I was 12 and at 18 I still couldn't talk about it. Richie encouraged me to go to the cemetary. We sat at her grave for hours, and he kept telling me to talk to her because she could
hear me. From that day on my life changed. Richie had a special way of helping people, and I don't think he even realized it. We had not seen or spoken in 31 years but I often thought of him fondly. To his wife and daughters, I just want you to know that I know you were and will always be the loves of his life. When he loved, he
loved wholeheartedly. That's just the kind of guy he was, and that's what made him so special. God Bless you and may all the wonderful memories you've shared comfort you.
Sincerely,
Lisa Bonales Capparelli
January 17, 2013
Cheryl and girls. So sad to hear of Ricks passing. Actually Amanda told me through some communication with Lindsey. I just wanted you to know how sorry I am and feel terrible that I did not know at the time, otherwise I would of come to the service. I will always remember the two of you walking arm by arm through the mall, your love for each other was evident and I am sure all your kids are better because it. Cherish the memories and know you were o loved. Again, so sorry to hear. Cheryl Schepici and family.
Diane Clinton
December 30, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Rich's passing. He was a great man, coach and teacher. My son was a student at his karate studio for 8 years and the staff was great with teaching him responsibility and respect. He was a great guy! He will be missed.
LouAnn Angelo Bramante
December 25, 2012
Auntie Flo,
My thoughts are with you during this Christmas season. Richard and Uncle Tony are remembered in my prayers today, Christmas Day, with this lighted candle.
Love,
LouAnn
Joe Arrante
December 18, 2012
I was shocked and very saddend to hear about Rich. My name is Joe Arrante, I lived across the hall from Rich at Springfield College we had alot of good times. He was always there to support, I think he went to every wrestling match I had. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. Spirit, Mind and Body!!
December 10, 2012
A warrior forever and ever.
Ann Marie Ferreira
November 9, 2012
There are no words to express how we all feel of the passing of Rich. He was an amazing man in so many ways. I am so grateful for having known him for so many years and for all the Karate classes and time he spent with my son Christopher. We are all so very sorry of hearing he has gone home to our Heavenly Father at such a very young age. Rich you will be so dearly missed. Our condolences go to your wonderful family.
CJ Murphy
October 23, 2012
The following is from my site and is what I wrote for Rich.
The name of this column is Weakness is a crime for many reasons. It is not just about weakness of the body, but also weakness of the spirit, of the mind and of will. It is about teaching you to be stronger in all of these areas and about how to make your life better. I am writing now in great sadness because one of the strongest people that I have ever met has just left this world, Mr. Richard Angelo.
Many of you know Rich, he was the owner of Rich Angelo's Karate Academy on Ferry Street in Everett, and then on lower Broadway for over 20 years. Rich was instrumental in teaching many of the area's children and adults on how to be stronger in body, mind and spirit through martial arts and strength training. Rich was also a mentor, father figure, like a brother and a best friend to me for most of my life.
I learned many lessons from Rich in the time that we had together. Rich was my first boxing/kickboxing coach, and the best one that I ever had. He taught me how to fight and not let the punches and kicks an opponent threw at me affect my will to win (not only in the gym but in life). He taught me the value of achieving what you want in life through dedication and hard work. He, along with my grandfather and Uncles, instilled the value of integrity. He taught me that it is not what you say to people, but how you say it. He taught me how to be a great coach. He taught me to never stop learning. He taught me the value of family, even more than my own family did. I could go on for days about the lessons I learned from this great man.
I got the news of Rich's passing form his beloved wife Cheryl this past Saturday just hours after he passed while competing in an Ironman (like a triathlon) as I was attending a bench press seminar. A friend was sent down to the gym to have me get a hold of Cheryl. I was applying one of Rich's lessons; never stop learning, when I got the news.
I spoke with Rich just a few days before he left to compete and we talked about many things, including how he was in the best shape of his life and how I was going to return to weight lifting competition in October. I wished him the best and we made plans to have lunch when he got back. After I got the news of his passing a lot of things went through my mind, and one thing stood out more than anything, besides horrendous grief; I owed Rich a debt that could never be repaid and that he was one of the most important people in my life, and he was now gone.
A true sign of strength is letting people in your life know how valuable they are to you while they are still here. I was and still am very sad at Rich's passing, but I feel good about one thing. I let him know how important he was to me while he was still alive. Of course he knew it, but the fact that I told him left me with no regrets. A while ago, it was the anniversary of my grandfather's death, and my son asked me why I was so sad that day. I explained to him that it was a special day and the reason why I was sad is that I miss him every day and that I never told him exactly what he meant to me while he was alive. A few days after this, Rich and I were talking and I took the time to tell him exactly what he meant to me and how grateful that I was to him for all that he did for me in my life. I told him that when my grandfather passed I never told him these things and I didn't want to wait until it was too late to let him know the same things.
I'd like to leave you all with a few things that you can take away from my experience with Rich:
-never stop learning
-treat people well
-act with integrity
-keep your body and your spirit strong
-never, ever quit, no matter what at whatever you are doing
-be better today that you were yesterday.
If you try and do even one of these things, you will be stronger for it. Tell someone important to you TODAY what they mean to you. You will be stronger for it.
Rest in peace Rich. We will all miss you.
C.J. Murphy
Rich and Cheryl with my son on the day he was born.
CJ Murphy
October 23, 2012
Rich at eh 2002 Mass State Strongman Championships
CJ Murphy
October 23, 2012
Kristen H
October 18, 2012
I never met Rich, but think of him and his family often. I was in the water at Nationals when the EMTs brought him to the dock. We treaded water as a team worked to bring him back. They were so attentive and worked so hard doing everything possible. It was very difficult to watch and women (45-49 age group) were moved, scared, and tearful. I can't imagine the pain the family has gone through, the wondering and wishing it was different. I know he was an amazing man from what I have read. I could see what amazing shape he was in and wanted the family to know that there was a peacefulness about him on the dock. I am so sorry for your loss and I will never forget him. I did a lot of praying during that awful swim and on the bike and run. I do think of you all often. I am so glad there is a wonderful race on 11/11 to celebrate him. Again so sorry for your loss.
Anthony Romano
October 18, 2012
I am so saddened and shocked to hear that Richie has past away. My condolences to the entire Angelo family.
October 17, 2012
Cheryl, you husband was a wonderful guy, i am so sorry for your loss...i wish you the best...steve w/northshore av
Jim & Carol (Leone) Munsie
October 15, 2012
Lindsay, John and Family - We are so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. We live in Vermont and knew what happened but didn't know it was your Dad who was the triathlete who passed. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your famil
Tom McGee
October 3, 2012
Dear Angelo Family,
My sincere heartfelt condolences. Although I had only just met Rich in July at the Mass State Triathlon, I could tell he was passionate about anything he engaged in. We had communicated with each other through emails and phone calls throughout July and August in regard to Triathlon training and equipment. Rich was very excited to be attending USAT Ntl Championships and even more proud to have the Angelo family in tow. Through our discussions I could clearly see that Rich was a person who doesn't dabble, he's all in. His passion certainly shone through in our discussions which is how I'm sure Rich approached everything especially his family. I wish our meeting had been sooner.
September 18, 2012
Cheryl,
I just found out about Rich, my heart & tears are with you my friend.
Please email me when your feeling up to it.
Jody Scicchitani
[email protected]
Susan Hamblen
September 17, 2012
I am so very sad to hear about Rich. My daughter Noelle trained under him at the Rich Angelo Karate Academy in Everett and reeived her black belt. He was a wonderful role mode and a great person. I will always remember him for being so encouraging and for all the support and mentoring he gave her. My heart goes out to his family and friends - he was a wonderful person
Richie around 1990
John McInnis
September 15, 2012
John McInnis
September 15, 2012
Cheryl and family,
Still can not believe Richie has left us. What a great tribute from all the well wishes on his guest book. I just wanted to share a couple of pictures from the old days.
September 14, 2012
I will give you my heart until the end of time.
Jonathan Brickman
September 12, 2012
What sad news, just read about this. I went to Malden High with Rich and always remember him as a solid and friendly guy who was understated and humble. My condolences to all, so sorry. Jon
Mark M
September 8, 2012
I went to school with Richard in the 70's. I haven't seen him in 35 years but reading what people say about him today is the same young man from then. He was solid. I am so sorry for your loss.
Elaine Moschella
September 8, 2012
Cheryl and family,
I just found out this morning about Richie when I went to the gym. I hope you will find some comfort in all the kind words offered by so many people who loved and admired Richie. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Stephanie Stigliano
September 4, 2012
To the Angelo Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Rich was a generous king of a man. He was a great teacher to my daughter while she studied with him at his karate academy in Everett. What a wonderful role model he was for her and for all of us who watched him teach too. What a loss for us all. We send sympathy and prayers.
The Stigliano family of Malden
Nancy Mattuchio
September 4, 2012
Dear Susan, Mrs. Angelo and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Rich's passing. I hope your wonderful memories and the legacies he has left will help you find comfort and peace of mind.
Nancy Cahill Mattuchio
September 3, 2012
Cheryl and your family. I just found out that Rich had died. I am so sorry to hear that I just can not believe it. You are such a great example of a caring couple to many. You are in my prayers.
Karen Harrington
BSC
Stephen D'Ambrosio
September 2, 2012
Angelo Family,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Rich. I was a kickboxing student of his over 20 years ago at his school in Everett. He was a great instructor, motivator and mentor. There was something about him that made people want to be better. He taught me a lot and the lessons learned lasted much longer than kickboxing.
He will be missed!
Robert and Janice Eberle
August 31, 2012
I had no idea until today, and couldn't believe it when I heard the news. I am so shocked and sorry. My sincere and heartfelt condolences go to out to Cheryl and Richie's family.
August 30, 2012
God Bless your father and your family. A triathlete is a special kind of person to juggle all that is in life. May he look upon you from heaven and keep you always. Annette & Tom
August 29, 2012
Thank you for sharing who your father was ...He sounds like a wonderful man. I was also in the water that day in Burlington. I was praying and thinking of his family...My heart goes out to you. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Melissa Rowe
August 29, 2012
Like other messages, I to was waiting in the water to go when they brought him in and worked on him on the dock. Many, many prayers were said and tears shed. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Carleigh (fellow triathlete in Burlington)
August 28, 2012
I did not know Richard personally but I was there in Burlington. I am truly sorry for your family's loss and will be thinking about your family during this time.
Jim & Mary Duguay
August 28, 2012
My wife and I were participants in the event and are so sorry to learn of your loss. We pray you'll continue remembering all the good he brought into the lives of others and not dwell on his passing.
Mark Bayliss
August 28, 2012
I am another 53 year old that was racing with Richard in Burlington, I was in the same swim wave. Both myself and my Family are very sorry for your family's tragic loss.
Lindsey (Angelo) Guarracino
August 27, 2012
My Father Richard Nicholas Angelo was our hero. Over the past few days I've come to find he was a hero for many. My most vivid memory of our Dad saving the spirit of somebody was a little boy named Fassel. One day he was busy working at the Karate Studio and a man walked in asking if he could buy a Karate Uniform for his nephew. Our father asked “sure but can I ask why”- and the man replied “my nephew Fassel loves Karate, but he is very sick with cancer”. Without hesitation our father gave him a uniform and offered his time to train his nephew privately. Fassel came to the studio every couple days to learn Karate from our Dad. As Fassel's sickness progressed Fassel wanted to give up because the treatments were so painful. Our father went to Fassel to encourage him not to give up; He asked Fassel if he was a fighter. Fassel decided to continue treatment because our Father could encourage anyone. Sadly Fassel lost his battle with cancer. My father felt with that kind of fight even with defeat deserved a black belt. My father sent a black belt engraved with Fassel's name to his parents. This inspirational story is only one of many about my father.
That is the kind of man he was and the kind of support he gave to friends. I use the word friend because everyone was a friend to this man. Our father was a friend, mentor, coach and competitor. He loved training and above all THE RACE. In the end he died going for it.
Seven months ago my father gave me away to the love of my life, and when we took that limo ride together to the church it was just the two of us. My father looked at me and asked me if it was everything I have ever dreamed of… and I looked back to him with my soul filled with happiness and my face filled with tears and I replied with Dad it is everything and more. We didn't need words because we had a strong bond. That day he stopped me and said don't cry because you look like a princess and for the first time I saw my father cry. We won't talk now.
For all the times we sat in silence Dad I want to tell you that you have overwhelmed me to the point that I have been speechless. The only reason I now have the strength to express my gratitude towards you is because you are not here. Here are the words that I could not say before; Dad you are my heart, my soul and my motivation. I adore you. I want you to know when we danced on my wedding day and you sang to me that was the best gift you have ever given me. You saw me first; you had me first; you loved me first.
Before our father got in the water that day he kissed the love of his life goodbye. Our mother and father had a love that would inspire anyone. My parents lived and breathed each other. Every day they woke up and lived like it was their last. My mother said to me “people keep saying what an amazing friend, uncle, brother, son or father he was…but do they know what it was like being his wife and what kind of husband he was. They had part of him but I had all of him”. Their last was their first August 18, 2000. Our parents taught us how to love, truly love. He showed us how to cherish our mother because he loved, and lit up when his mother, my nana Florence Angelo walked into the room. I know my father kept the last letter his father sent to him on his nightstand. His Father Anthony Angelo was a man of few words and in that letter his father told him he loved him. I also want to say how lucky he felt to have his brother Robert and his sister Donna & Susan. He was so proud of them. He loved being an uncle, great uncle and a friend. I loved watching my father around his family and my sister especially. My father is the only person that my sister would ever listen to. He inspired her to become a smart, compassionate, and gracious person. We would never make a decision that our father would not approve of and we never will.
My father had no regrets, and no enemies. If my father gave you advice, remember it because he always gave the best advice. If my father told you he loved you, believe it because he always spoke the truth. If you are searching for an answer do what he would do because he always makes the right decisions.
Richard Nicholas Angelo will be missed and but will never be forgotten.
Dad we love you and we will be at that finish line waiting for you. Go get it.
jeff glew
August 27, 2012
Dear Angelo family: I participated this past weekend in the Ipswich Triathlon with Rich's spirit and advice tucked in my heart. I am the man who met Rich but once, just three weeks ago at the Gordon College track. Moments before the start of the race I looked up to find Vinny Miserandino with his family standing in front of me. I knew right away I would enjoy the evening. Thanks Rich, thanks Vinny. I appreciate all your help... and kindness!
Mary Hallisey
August 25, 2012
Rich, I will always love and admire your unselfishness toward others, and your need to help all that you could...My dearest nephew, I will miss you beyond words!I remember all the "lectures" about smoking, and lack of exercise...but you always advised your Aunt Mary with so much love and caring..My heart is broken for all those who never met you! Love, Auntie Mary
August 25, 2012
Hi Flo, Donna, Bob and Sue, Just heard the awful news. Im so sorry for you guys and Rich's family. Life gets really tough as we get older. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. xo
Trisha Brady (Lomartire)
Lynn Jones
August 25, 2012
To the family of Richard Angelo, you have been in my prayers every day since your loss. I didn't know Richard, but like others I was there when he was brought in and while they worked on him. Your loved one was not alone - he had all of us there praying for him and for you at the time. My sincere condolences to you and your family, may you find peace.
Joanne & Victor Colpitts/Bramante
August 25, 2012
Richie is the reason i am the strong person i am today! Everything he has ever tought me and my son we still use today. I will always treasure working along side of him and for all his life lessons he instilled in me. God called him home way too early! RIP and Godbless! May God watch over your family now and always!I will never forget you as you will always remain in my Heart!
Sara Mahoney
August 24, 2012
To the family of Richard Angelo - I did not know Mr. Angelo, but I am a fellow triathlete who was there on the shore watching his rescue while waiting for my wave to go out during the Nationals Triathlon in Burlington. I want to let you know that there were hundreds of people who prayed and cried for Mr. Angelo at that time. I was one of them. I will never forget that day and this wonderful man who the triathlon community lost. May he rest in peace and may you all find some solace knowing that he died while doing something he obviously loved. He will never be forgotten by all of us who were there on the shores of Lake Champlain that day. God bless you all. Sara Mahoney
Patty
August 24, 2012
Richie was a wonderful man. He loved his family & friends. It was an honor to know him& a privilege to call him my uncle . He will forever be remembered in our hearts.
William Rpberts
August 24, 2012
Awesome memories of Rich from Springfield College. I was proud to have known him and to have called him a friend. May God always Blees his family.
Marissa Tavares
August 24, 2012
To the Angelo family, stay strong and deepest sympathy for you all. Michaela and Lindsay stay strong and follow your fathers words of achievement throughout your life.
Paula Millar
August 23, 2012
Dear Florence and the entire Angelo family, my deepest condolences on the shocking loss of Richard. To his wife, children and to all, savor the many fond memories you have of Richard. May rememberance of these memories shine through with a smile and sustain you during this difficult time. His spirit will live on in each of you. God bless. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely,
<3
Michaela Angelo
August 23, 2012
My father Richard Angelo was never one of those people who looked back and said, "I wonder if..." If I have a goal, I'll go out and set forth to achieve it. When something is your passion, it becomes everything. You put everything into it without hesitation. No questions. No doubts. Nothing to stop you. My father was my world and will always be my hero and inspiration throughout my life. Not a day will go by where I will not look to my father for guidance and inspiration. My father was a man who touched many lives and instilled hope and passion in each and every person he has encountered in his life. The two quotes my father always told me were; “greatness is not in never falling, but in rising after the fall”, and “If you want it, work for it.” His words will forever carry me through life and give me the drive and determination which was embedded into him. Dad I love you and miss you… you left us going for it. <3 See you at the finish line.
Bob
August 23, 2012
It never dawned on me that Rich was a bridge builder until meeting so many of his former students and friends these past few days. If you have a minute please find and read The Bridge Builder poem and I think you will agree.
I am so proud and humbled to have the privilege of calling him brother. And I know his dad would be too.
August 23, 2012
If you have a minute please find and read The Bridge Builder poem. I would have liked to have read it to you but would not have done it justice yesterday.
After meeting so many of Rich's former students and others I realized that Rich was a very fine bridge builder. I am so proud and honored to call him brother.
steven radzikowski
August 22, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dean Phillips
August 22, 2012
Rich,
I clearly remember the time you came into my life when you walked into the bike shop with Cheryl. Your smile and positive attitude was always contagious. As we became friends over the years and talked often about training and racing triathlons, you often asked about "the little things" that would make you a better triathlete. Focusing on these little things had always helped you achieve success in other sports and parts of your life. Looking back my friend, it was actually you who taught me about all the little things. The things that have made me a better person in life, family, selflessness, positive attitude and other areas of my life. Your lessons will never be forgotten. I'll do my best to teach them to others for the rest of my life.
Rest in Peace, Rich. I'll miss you very much.
August 22, 2012
Dear Cheryl and Family
We are so shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of your wonderful husband Richie. We admired him and loved what a beautiful couple you were both inside and out. Our prayers go out to you and your entire family during this very sad time.
With all our love and sympathy,
Steve & Patty Giantonio
Ellen (Heitin) MacMullin
August 22, 2012
Dear Susan,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of you brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
?When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. Author Unknown
~Ellen Heitin
Alicia Attardo
August 22, 2012
Cheryl,
I am so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. All our love, Alicia & Sam Attardo
Helene
August 22, 2012
The world lost a great person way too soon. He started to be part of my life when Glenn and I were dating many years ago. He was an inspiration to me and my family. May he rest in peace forever.
Joanne Settemio
August 22, 2012
DEAR ANGELO FAMILY:
SO sorry to hear of Rickys passing. I remember him from High School. What a nice guy he was and so talented in Sports. My sympathy goes out to the whole family!
Paula Parziale
August 22, 2012
Cheryl and family,
My heavy heart holds nothing but love for you and your family. Words just cannot express my sorrow.
God bless you all and God bless Richie.
Jeremy and Carolyn Converse
August 22, 2012
Our sympathies to the Angelo family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
August 22, 2012
Susan, I am sorry for the loss of Richard my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Sherri
August 22, 2012
Susan I am sorry for the loss of Richie my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Sherri
Vicki Edwards
August 22, 2012
To the Angelo family,
My deepest condolences. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Richard but I was there the morning of his passing. Our swim wave was in the water as the emt's brought him to the dock. Be assured our prayers never stopped. My friend Christine attended the wake and said you may, at some point, want to contact me. Please feel free to do that. When she described the wake to me it made me think of him riding around in heaven on his cervelo. I hope he podiums.
Joseph Guarnera
August 22, 2012
I met Richie 30 years ago in a hole in the wall karate school that later became a very large well respected karate school. That was Richie, always striving to do better for himself , his family and his friends. I have always looked up to him as my very dear friend and Sensie. This is a great loss for all of us. My sincere condolences to Cheryl and the entire Angelo family.
RON DALFONSO
August 22, 2012
A TRUE CLASS ACT. will be missed by everyone who knew him
Annemarie Flammia - Rosa
August 21, 2012
Flora I am very sorry for your loss. There are no words. Thoughts, prayers and love is all I have. May God bless you and your family with the strength you need at this time. Love to you all from Annemarie Flammia
Susan Grimm
August 21, 2012
To the family and friends of Richard Angelo -
I did not know Mr. Angelo except as another triathlete, but I can echo the sentiments of the other ladies waiting in the water as he was brought into the dock - many tears were shed, many prayers were said and the camaraderie and support that is so prevalent in the triathlon community was amplified in a way I have never experienced at the start of a race. Please know that as much as he loved the sport of triathlon, it - and his fellow triathletes - return that love and will not forget him.
John Fitzgerald
August 21, 2012
It is with much sadness that I read of the passing of this great man and my condolences go out to his family. I had the privilege of training under Richie for two and half years before moving to Florida in 1988, and the lessons I learned not only about martial arts, but also about life, have never been forgotten. I feel blessed to have known you. RIP Sinsei.
Franco Zuccoli
August 21, 2012
My deepest thought's and prayers go out to Rich " The Angel" Angelo's family and close friends at this time. He was a friend, colleague, and fellow athlete. He served many people in his lifetime, we all are grateful for those memories. Though, he may not be here physically, he is here daily in spirit serving at a higher level in a better place. A true warrior in this world, I will see you soon my friend.
Betsy, fellow triathlete in Burlington
August 21, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Angelo family. I did not know him but heard the news of his rescue as it occurred from the shore of the Lake. I prayed & continue to pray for you all during this difficult time & hope you can find solace in remembering his wonderful life.
Ed Moffitt
August 21, 2012
Dear Susan and Angelo Family:
I learned of Richie's passing while traveling back from a soccer tournament this past weekend with my 13 yr old son. I was able to share with my son great memories I had of playing football with Richie at Malden, and what a great person and athlete he was. My sincere condolences to the entire family during this difficult time.
Jeffrey Adams
August 21, 2012
Rich Angelo was a man of character. Having him as a client was a complete pleasure and he quickly became a friend. He loved his wife and daughters with all his heart. The world would be a better place with more Rich Angelo's.
Jeffrey Adams and Michael Cebula
Kevin Mastronardi, Bikram Yoga,swampscott
August 21, 2012
To Rich's family. I feel nothing but strength and inspiration as I think of Rich. A real saint. I treasure the moments we shared. His smile will reach and inspire you always, always,
Ciano DeLucia
August 21, 2012
To the Angelo Family,
Our deepest condolences to you on the loss of a great man. Richie ment so much to me, words could never describe. I will miss him darely, he was my coach and more importantly my friend. Rest in piece my brother.
jeff glew
August 21, 2012
I met Rich but once, two weeks ago on the Gordon College track at 7:00 a.m. I was taken right away by his hard work and passion. Post-run, we chatted a bit, exchanged numbers, talked about his triathloning experience. We planned to swim in Gull Pond together, right near his new home. He listened intently as I shared that I was planning to do my first tri , in Ipswich. He was a wealth of information and willing to share his knowledge, not to brag, but to let me know how I could do my best, by learning "the little things" as he called them. I offer my condolences to the family and friends that Rich shared. I will never forget my new friend... who went away too quickly. Rich, you'll be with me Friday night.
Stacey Archambault
August 21, 2012
Susan and Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that the next few weeks are filled with happy memories of Richard for you and your family.
Stacey Archambault
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Matthew Guarracino
August 21, 2012
Richie,
I did not have the privilege to have known you as long as I would have liked, but you instantly made a lasting impression on me. I can't remember a time that you didn't have a smile on your face and your calming presence always made you enjoyable to be around. Your drive, character and generosity led you to succeed at everything you did from business to sport to family and friends. Thank you for the impression you made on my brother, but also for making me part of your family as well. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Dominic Parillo
August 21, 2012
Cheryl
If everyone in this world could have 2% of Richie's kindness and class, we would be living in Paradise. The most wonderful person I've ever met, I do believe he is sitting next to God.
My heart goes out to you and your family
August 21, 2012
To the Angelo family,
Richie was a dear friend to me. He did a lot for me and my family and I'll never forget richie. To one of the most solid men I knew u rest in peace my friend thanks for all you did for us Love alway. Dan Murphy Chelsea am
Paula Cagno-Maddaleni
August 21, 2012
Cheryl,
So very sorry to hear of Rich's passing. His passion for life, you and your children will always be remembered.
Brian & Kelly Nolan
August 21, 2012
Cheryl & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We hope your memories will carry you through.
The Nolan Family
Frank Addivinola
August 21, 2012
My sympathies to the Angelo family - Richie was truely a great person. As a neighbor and boyhood friend, I can say that Richie was a special person. He was loved by all and a true inspiration to everyone. He will be missed dearly.
August 21, 2012
Florence: I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that though far away and unable to be there to express my sympathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and his family.With my deepest sympathy, Rose Longo Puffer
GLENN BROWN
August 21, 2012
THE WORLD HAS JUST LOST ONE OF THE MOST SOLID MEN IT HAS EVER KNOWN . THE BEST OF THE BEST !!!
Kate Reidy - Slater
August 21, 2012
Like so many I have such fond memories of Richie. We worked together at Rt 1 Racquet and fitness many many years ago. Although I hadn't spoken to him in a long time I have and will always consider him a dear friend. Reflecting back now I see how my time spent with him shaped me in many ways to be the person I am today. My thoughts of love and strength go out to his family and friends at this difficult and unimaginable time.
Jill Hartley
August 20, 2012
Dear family and friends of Mr. Angelo,
I was in the water waiting for my wave to go off when they brought Mr. Angelo in on the rescue raft. Please know that many, many prayers were said for him among the 45-49 year old women's age group while the medical personnel worked so hard to save him. It wasn't until later in the day that I learned of his passing. As a member of the triathlon community, I am so very sorry for your loss. I do not know you and I did not know Mr. Angelo, but it doesn't matter. He was one of us and I care deeply and am heartbroken by this tragedy.
With sincerest sympathies,
Jill Hartley Yokota
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