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December 19, 2019
Your in my prayers, I hope you have a heavenly Christmas. Love you
adrienne pacitti
January 25, 2014
Love and miss you more and more each day
richard pacitti
August 8, 2011
You are so missed here in canton! Ava and Joey always ask would papa be proud of me and i always answer of course he would.Thank you for always being there Dad I love you.
~ Richard Pacitti
July 26, 2011
I love and miss you so much!
Richard Pacitti
January 2, 2011
Dad it is going to be 5 years since your passing. It seems like a life time ago and then I can still hear your voice and see your big smile as if it was yesterday, you are truly missed and loved. We reminisce and speak of you often. One thing i will be forever grateful for is that we ended all of our phone conversations with I love you. Thank you for always being there Dad I love you.
December 7, 2010
you are missed very much
Adrienne Pacitti
December 4, 2010
Its that time of year again!! I miss you more now than ever, Dad!! I wish I could call you so you could make everything all better with the !! Soph is so grown up an finally starting to talk about her memories with her Papa.. John Rocco tells me all the time "I miss my Papa", he loves you so much an asks questions about you all the time... Daddy please watch over the family especially thru The Holidays.. Love you Age
August 20, 2010
Another year without you.
Sophie Phillips
June 20, 2009
is I miss you Papa and l love you with all my heart!! And thank you Aunty Jenny for making this nice website
Thank you !!
February 18, 2009
You are missed so much.
October 15, 2008
I know you are watching over us, but we miss you so much still.
August 22, 2008
Talking about you again tonight....miss you terribly!!!
June 4, 2008
missing you
Jennifer
January 8, 2008
2008 - Another year has passed. Richard's absence in our lives is felt so often in so many ways. This past year Richie and I put an addition on our cottage at PS, put a floating floor in our sun room (Richie's and TJ's knees felt the effects for weeks so I will take no credit for that!) and trapped 2 squirrels in our attic! I wish I had a nickel for every time we wanted to consult Richard during each of these projects. We just thought he would always be there……….
Earlier this fall my son Joseph was the victim of a bully situation in the neighborhood. He went to his Dad and asked for advice. I overheard Richie telling him about a lesson he had learned from his own father. It went something like this:
“Joey, you have to stick up for yourself. No matter how difficult the situation or how scared or intimidated you may be it is important to stand your ground. However, if the situation escalates and turns violent and you can not win a fight with your fists alone then you must walk away. Never use weapons of any kind. This is the cowardly thing to do. My father taught me this when I was your age and I still believe it is true.”
Joey reflected on that for a while then went back out to play. It was a quiet moment, but very touching. I could almost picture my Richie as a child hearing that advice from his own father.
Later that day I overheard another conversation. This one was between my son and a friend in the neighborhood. He was telling that boy how his father had told him that he should fist fight to solve his problems and if he didn’t he was a coward! I guess that is a combination of selective hearing and an 8 year old attention span.
Anyhow – the premise is there. What Richard gave to us we continue to pass on. The loss is truly immeasurable, but so is the influence he had on those that loved him.
December 6, 2007
We are thinking of you and wishing, as always, that you were still here with us.
Jen
July 26, 2007
Happy Birthday Richard....
love adrienne,soph&john
May 31, 2007
Daddy,
I love and miss you so very much and so do the kids. I know you are looking down at us and we are alright
Jennifer
January 8, 2007
It has been a tough year marked by grief, but still, not one with out smiles and laughter. Last night as we sat eating dinner I decided to try to engage the kids in a reflective conversation about their Papa. At first only Ava would chime in, stating funny facts about Papa, such as he makes better pancakes than Dad does (Don't tell Richie!). But, before long we were all talking and smiling and remembering. Joey pointed out how he brought Papa the long way home from the General Store in Point Sebago (Richard did not know his way at that point) so he could have extra medicine (a good long walk!). That was so funny. Richard just laughed. Never angry or annoyed. Inevitably though at one point all got quiet and tears came to all of the kids eyes (even Devin) and I could see that it is really hard for them to understand and accept all of this. Even so, it was very nice to enjoy those memories with the kids and I vow to do that more often going forward.
Rich, you meant so much to all of us. Even though the kids are young, my experience with them last night showed me that your hand in their life has helped to shape them. I know that you will watch over them and that gives both Richie and I comfort. I hope that you are taking it easy up there, you know relaxing and putting your feet up (yeah right!!!). Well, that's all for now…………rest in peace Richard.
January 8, 2007
It has been a year today and you are still missed dearly by so many people.
Jessica
January 8, 2007
Just a little note to let Rich's family know that we are thinking of you today.
January 7, 2007
I can't believe it has been a year. I miss you and still can't believe you are gone.
December 6, 2006
Thinking of you today and wishing you were here with us.
November 24, 2006
Missed on Thanksgiving.
We all wish you were still here.
July 26, 2006
Thinking of you on your birthday. We miss you so much.
June 13, 2006
I still think about you everyday and wish you were still with us.
Jen
April 13, 2006
You would have been married 33 years today. Happy Anniversary Rich!
Melissa (Levine) Mancini
March 18, 2006
Rich, Marco, Matthew and Adrienne,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. He was a great man... and obviously a terrific father, as you are a testimate to his character and love.
My thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Melissa (Levine) Mancini
Jennifer Pacitti
March 16, 2006
On behalf of Richard's family I would like to express our thanks to everyone who reached out to show love and support during this difficult time. The kind words posted on this web site have brought smiles and comfort to his family. I hope you will continue to come here and share your memories of him. I know that I will.
It is so hard to believe that Rich has been gone more than 2 months. It is still surreal. My children ask about him often and I have pictures within easy reach. We look at those pictures and talk about their Papa, remembering happy times spent together. Rich was a great grandfather and he loved the kids so much. They were blessed to have him – even if their time together was short.
Richard – Please watch out for all of us. We love you and we miss you so much.
January 20, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. He was a true gentlemen.!
mary fenton
January 15, 2006
to the pacitti family im so sorry for your loss.i met richard twice and i must say he was a very nice man.your in my thoughts..
January 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this difficult and sad time.
The Skinner Family
January 15, 2006
One could never ask for more wonderful and caring neighbors than the Pacitti Family. The loss of Richie is a loss for the entire neighborhood of Savin Hill. Richie will remain one of the friendliest and most caring people we have ever met. His smile, his quickness to lend a hand if needed and his all around love of life and his family made him so endearing to all that had the priviledge of knowing him. It has been an honor to call Richie, our friend and neighbor. He will be very very missed. Maryellen, Adriane, Marco, Matty, Richie, Chickie and Richie's much beloved Grandchildren- you are all in our prayers.
Katie Smith
January 15, 2006
Marco,I am so sorry for your loss. I think of you everyday. I'm here if you need me.
Katie
Dan & Kristi Glavin
January 15, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers go out to The Pacitti Family, Rick was truly an amazing individual who touched the lives of so many. Rick will be sadly missed. Thanks for all you did Rick. Danny(Beef) & Kristi Glavin and the entire Glavin Family (Savin Hill)
January 12, 2006
The whole community has suffered a loss with Richies Passing. It is a terrible shock to us all. He was a wonderful man who touched so many people. I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with all of you.
Kenneth Osherow
January 12, 2006
Richard and I used to chat when he was out walking the dog down at the beach in Savin Hill. Richard always had a funny story to tell and some interesting news about the neighborhood. I'll particularly miss him at McKennas Cafe as he was a very regular customer and always had a warm smile and something nice to say. This is very sad for the entire community and a very big loss of all of us. He will be dearly missed.
Friend
January 12, 2006
Richie will be greatly missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Maureen Boyle
January 12, 2006
"Those who touch our lives stay in our hearts forever."
Beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather and to so many, friend......God Bless you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.
Ryan Family
January 12, 2006
To the Pacitti Family,
The funeral was a great tribute to all your family. Ritchie will be sorely missed by all of us.
January 12, 2006
I am terribly sorry for your loss. He was a really nice man and will be missed
Anne Riley
January 12, 2006
To the Pacitti family,
I don't need to remind you of what a wonderful person Ritchie was. He has always been such a wonderful friend to so many. He was truly a gem and cannot be replaced. I will miss him terribly. My prayers and best wishes are with you all at this difficult time. Take care.
the Gendrolis family
January 11, 2006
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. deepest sympathy..
Kitty Clements
January 11, 2006
To The Pacitti Family,
Richard was one of a kind, a true Gentleman. He truly made your heart smile. You were all blessed to call him Family. I was blessed to call him Friend. My thoughts are with you; in Deepest Sympathy.
Always,
Kitty
The Lewis Family (Sydney Street)
January 11, 2006
We will always remember Richie with a smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...
Lynda (Sparks) and Paul Volkringer
January 11, 2006
To all the Pacitti Family,
How shocked we were to hear of Richard's death. Even though we have been away from "home" since 1989, we still try to keep up with the news of folks back in the Dorchester area. This must be a very sad time for all of you and you will have to rely on your faith and on one another for comfort and support. We will pray, from a distance, for God's peace to fill each of your hearts. Hold on to your happy memories of life with Richard and may time be a very gentle healer for each of you. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to each of you.
Sincerely,
Lynda and Paul Volkringer
January 11, 2006
This neighborhood has suffered such a great loss. He was an amazing man who was truly good to everyone. I am sure your family is suffering and saddened during this time but I wanted you to know how much he was loved, how much he will b e missed and remembered.
Jim Collins
January 11, 2006
Maryellen and Family ..... Richie was a gentle man you could always count on, come what may. May that strength of character be yours. The K St. Collins Cousins
Maureen McCluskey
January 11, 2006
Mary Ellen, With loving thoughts and childhood memories I am very sorry for your loss, I will pray for you and your family. Maureen Kane-McCluskey
Dorothy Collins
January 11, 2006
Dear MaryEllen and family. My heart is with all of you at this time of sorrow. Richard was a wonderful father, friend and husband. Always had a smile, a big "hello" and a kiss whenever he saw me. Time does not heal the heartache or lessen the pain, MaryEllen, but God's Infinite mercy sustains us through it all, somehow, and there will be many times when Richard's mannerisms, quick wit, and smiles will show through all his children and grandchildren to comfort you in the years to come. Believe me, I know, and when your work on earth is done he will be waiting for you with open arms and then you will know how happy he is now in the arms of Christ and His Blessed Mother Mary. My love to all of you and KEEP THE FAITH!! Love, Aunt Dolly
January 11, 2006
Rich was one of those rare people that when you saw him he gave you an actual, honest-to-goodness smile. He will be sorely missed. RIP
Michelle MacKay (Levine)
January 11, 2006
Richie, Adrian, Marco, & Matthew,
Friends from such along time ago but never out of our thoughts. Our entire family sends our regards for your loss.
Michelle, Jennifer, Melanie & Nicole Levine
Lauri and Joe Ward
January 11, 2006
To the Pacitti family,
We had the pleasure of Knowing Rich for many years when we lived in Savin Hill.A truly genuine, honest man. We were again lucky to have booked the same cruise with Rich in July to Bermuda. A " family reunion" he called it. Seeing him surrounded by family and seeing the love surrounding them all was a true gift.. just like Richie. The wonderful memories we will all have of Rich will help ease the great sadness and void felt by this loss. Our hearts are with you always.
Jennifer Levine
January 11, 2006
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
cindey farquharson
January 11, 2006
what is Savin hill going to do now? what can I say I have known the pacitti's since a child, my prayers go out to each and every one of you he will truly be missed. Love cindy farquharson,quincy ,Berendette macdougall marlene saltmarsh of weymouth
Chris McDermott ( Forsberg )
January 11, 2006
To the Pacitti family,
Richie achieved lifes highest goal-he left the world a better place for having been here. I will miss him and pray for your family.
Friend
January 11, 2006
I can't believe this has happened. Richie will alway s be remembered as a great man. He will be missed by all who knew him
Alan
January 11, 2006
I am praying for all of you.
January 11, 2006
My deepest sympathies to your family
The Drury Family
January 11, 2006
Mary Ellen & family,
We were so sorry to hear of Richard's untimely passing. He was one of the nicest guys around, and he will be missed by all of his neighbors in Savin Hill. Our thoughts are with all of his family at this very sad time.
R B
January 11, 2006
Rich's name has been mentioned over the year's, both personally - such a good guy, and professionally - with respect. My heart goes out to the Pacitti family as well as my thoughts and prayers.
Corner Kid
January 11, 2006
To the whole Pacitti Family. I am so sorry for your loss. To say he will be misses is an understatement, The corner will never be the same w/o him. He was one of the coolest guys around. Mr P., We will miss you. My thoughts are will you all of you during this tragic time
Ruth and Steve Fields
January 11, 2006
So sorry to hear of your loss. We are old friends of Sharen and Robert.
Jeanne Zelinski
January 11, 2006
My thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. My condolances extend to you and all of Richie's family and friends.
Family Christmas Party 2005
January 11, 2006
I love you Papa
January 11, 2006
Frank Quigley
January 11, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family at this very tough time.
(I'm Jimmy Quigley's Brother)
Krissy Delano
January 11, 2006
Maryellen & Family My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Richard was a true gem and will be greatly missed by all. Please know that the stars have truly earned a brighter light.
Pattie Hegarty
January 11, 2006
To the Pacitti Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Another great man has left us too early. Our thoughts are with you. Rich was a great friend and a great coach.
Pattie, Katie, Bridget and Johnny Hegarty
mary o'connell
January 11, 2006
Mary Ellen,
I know John is now meeting Richie up in heaven.
Richie was always alot of fun at our family gatherings. His big smile was contagious. Know that we will be praying for all of you.
The hole in our hearts will never mend but the love from family and friends will help you through.
Always talk about him whether to laugh or cry. This is the most important part to help you get through this sadness.
God bless all of the Pacitti family
Love,
Mary,Matt and family
joanne williams
January 11, 2006
Dear Chickie
I am so sorry to hear about
Richie he was such a good man
everyone in Savinhill will miss
him. He is up in heaven with my
sister Claire and I bet they
discussing Jackie Hart and
Steven Lynch Marty Walsh and
of course Maureen Feeney
He is in good company Chickie
and he knows that we all love
him.I pray for you and your
family. God bless you and yours
joanne williams
from
Savinhill
Tracy Cronin
January 10, 2006
To the Pacitti family,
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. Richard was a wonderful person, husband, father and grandfather. We'll always remember his warm friendly smile and personality.
Your in our thoughts and prayers,
The Cronin Family (Savin Hill)
Denise (Drury) Moriarty
January 10, 2006
Mary Ellen, Richie, Marco, Matt & Adrienne,
My thoughts and prayers are with you guys through this difficult time. Richie was a wonderful guy who left a huge impression on all who met him. The neighborhood won't be the same without him. He will be remembered and missed by so many. Thank you for sharing your husband and dad with us. We're better for having known him.
Mac Hayes
January 10, 2006
I will always remember Rich as being one of the most positive and energetic people I have ever worked with.
In his work at the Sheriff's Department, no matter how stressful a situation might seem, his smile and cheerful manner would constantly reassure us that he had everything under control.
We are all saddened by this sudden loss and will miss him very much.
I am keeping Rich and his family in my prayers.
The Holloran Family
January 10, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robyn Marshman (Levine)
January 10, 2006
Richie, Adrian, Marco, & Matthew,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. He grew up with my mom and then we all grew up together. Your family will be in our thoughts during this diffuclt time.
With Love The Marshman Family
Kaella Clements
January 10, 2006
To hear the news of Richard's death was a complete shock to me. He was such an amazing man and he didn't have a bad bone in his body. I have many memories of him to hold dear to my heart from when I was very young and though it's been a long time since we had spoken to one another, I'll never forget him as long as I live and I think about him constantly. In my 16 years of living, I have never met a more genuine man. May he rest in peace, we will all see him again some day.
Love, Kaella
A dog friend
January 10, 2006
Savin Hill has lost a truly generous, kind and wonderful man. I got to know him while he was walking Dutchie on Malibu beach. My deepest sympathies to his family.
June Cotter-Lanctot
January 10, 2006
Mary Ellen and Family,
So sorry to hear about Richie. He was such a nice guy who cared so deeply for his family and his community. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Take care.
Brian Howland
January 10, 2006
Barney,
My sincerest condolances and prayers go out to your family.
January 10, 2006
My sympathies are with your family during this difficult and sad time.
January 10, 2006
My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Richie was a wonderful man.
Ann Sullivan( Trojano)and Family
January 10, 2006
Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Richie would always stop and say hi when ever you saw him in the neighborhood.His smile will be truly missed.
Jessica and Jim Broderick
January 10, 2006
To the Pacitti Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. He was one in a million - a great father and grandfather. He always had a smile on his face and would do a favor for anyone. He will be missed by so many. We can't be there, but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Allison MacPherson
January 10, 2006
Though others realize too well mere words cannot convey the comfort that is needed now to ease your loss someway, still, may it help a bit to know that there are those who care and who's thoughts and prayers are with you in this troubled time.
Amy MacLeod
January 10, 2006
To the entire Pacitti family, words can not begin to express how much Richie will be missed in this community. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time, he truly was a great guy, just a stand up good person, the kind that you don't find that often anymore. I will miss my chats with him at the corner or when he was out for a walk with either Sophie or duke.
Jim Walsh
January 10, 2006
On behalf of the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association and the many fellow staffers and associates from our several Sheriffs' Offices who knew and admired Richie, we extend our sympathies to his family and friends and share with you in the sadness of his passing. Richie was a gentleman who epitomized excellence in both public and community service. He will be missed.
James F. Walsh
Executive Director
Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association
January 10, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep the entire family in my prayers.
Savin Hill
January 10, 2006
I don't know what this neighborhood will be like without him. He was on e of the good guys a rare gift.
Friend
January 10, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. Richie was such a kind man with a beautiful heart. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting /knowing him. My prayers are with you.
The Kings
January 10, 2006
To the Pacitti Family,
Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Richie might have left us too early, but he will be forever in our hearts.
With fondness and the utmost respect.
Pam,Tracy,Beth and Tony
The Durants
January 10, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Pacitti family. A great loss for the neighborhood. Truly one of the great guys. He'll be greatly missed.
Marie DelTufo
January 10, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr. Pacitti was a great man who has touched a lot of lives. God bless his soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time.
With love,
The DelTufo Family.
Maureen (Hayes) Gallagher
January 10, 2006
My deepest sympathies to the Pacitti family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Friend
January 10, 2006
Richie was a kind and gentle soul taken from this earth way to soon. ; IMay he rest in peace.
Maureen Bazzinotti
January 10, 2006
To the entire Pacitti Family, I am so sorry to hear of Richie's death. He was a super guy who will always be remembered and missed in Savin Hill, the conner won't be the same in the morning not seeing him standing there with his coffee. Richard was a great guy who tried to help alot of people overcome their problems. He along with Robert gave many of us Savin Hill kids a job when they owned Ric/Robs. It is a sad time for everyone but keep remembering all the great things he has accomplished for the people of Savin Hill. Take care of eachother.
January 10, 2006
Richard was truly one of the nicest people I had the pleasure of knowing. He always had a kind word and smile for everyone. He will be sadly missed but he will always be fondly remembered.
Pati McDonagh
January 10, 2006
Richy,thankyou for being apart of our nieghborhood family.You always took care of everyone.You always had a smile on your face and was happy to see me and my kids.You helped a lot of people.You are going to be truly missed by us all.To all of you in the Pacitti family,our prayers are with you.We are very sorry for your loss.Richy was a great guy.It was so nice to see him walking towards you or see him at the corner outside of "RickRobs".My family and I will miss him very much.God Bless! LOve;Pati,Michael,Shawn,Michelle Packy,Sarah,Bridget,Mikey,Stevie and Missy McDonagh
Ann Rowan
January 10, 2006
Pacitti family:
My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you at this time. Richie was one in a million, pillar of the community and wonderful man. He adored his family and grandchildren.
Remember how he was always walking Dukie? Him and that dog :-) From our family to yours, our hearts are with you.
Kevin Collins
January 10, 2006
Mary Ellen and family:
I am terrbily sorry to hear of Richie's passing. I always looked forward to talking with both of you at family gatherings, which are always too few and far between. It often struck me how much Richie enjoyed life and took great delight in everything. We will all miss him, though I know the loss is deeper for you. His spirit and laughter live on.
Your cousin,
Kevin
Bill & Kathy Carson
January 10, 2006
Richie, we are so saddened by the sudden loss of your dad. Our thoughts are with you.
Love Bill and Kathy
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