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Richard DiSammartino Obituary

Richard Anthony DiSammartino Richard (Dick) DiSammartino, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2019 while in Hospice care in Bradenton, FL. Originally from Philadelphia he graduated from LaSalle University, where a scholarship is set up in his name, receiving a masters degree in business. He spent many years as a software consultant traveling the world for business and pleasure. Upon retirement he moved to Bradenton in 2003. Dick was an enthusiastic volunteer being a familiar face at the Asolo Theater and Sarasota Players. Recently he published two books: 99 Year Lease and Yellow Fever based on the years he lived and worked in Hong Kong. Being an avid photographer he produced many photo books depicting his trips to Alaska, India, Africa and Europe. He spent five summers in Alaska as a tour guide for Holland America. Adventure was his favorite interest. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Emily. Eight children, seventeen grandchildren and two great-grandchildren kept him busy and happy. A Celebration of Life is planned for the near future.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Apr. 7, 2019.

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Bud Griffin

April 28, 2019

I an going to miss you.

Rest easy my friend.

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Jim Glasser

April 22, 2019

Emily, I just heard about Dick's passing. I always enjoyed his candor and down-to-earth approach to our work together on the WOB Villas board. Let me know if I can be of any assistance to you.

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Emily DiSammartino

April 15, 2019

Hi Sweetie- I miss you every minute. Thanks for all the happy memories and your loving devotion to me. You truly were one of a kind. Always, Emily XXX

Kim Sharpe - DiSammartino

April 12, 2019

Richard DiSammartino was my Father in law; Father to Kelly Nichole & Vincent; Grandfather to Vinny DiSammartino. Vincent inherited his passion for travel and Vinny inherited his love of theatre and photography. Your children and grandchildren are you true legacy and you passion for life will live on through them.

Mickey Rachlin

April 11, 2019

Dear Uncle Richard i know you are now at piece and resting. You will be deeply missed by all your nieces and nephews.

Debbie Robertson

April 11, 2019

Dear brother in law Richard, I loved you. Always did. We shared many good memories. Time to rest. I know your with Sonia now. Give her a big hug and kiss for me. Until we meet again.....

Debbie Robertson

April 11, 2019

Dear brother in law Richard, I loved you. Always did. We shared many good memories. Time to rest. I know your with Sonia now. Give her a big hug and kiss for me. Until we meet again.....

Vincent DiSammartino

April 11, 2019

My father was truly one of the smartest people I've known, A wealth of knowledge. Committed and dedicated to everything he started till it was finished. An adventurous man with a wide range of interests. Dad, you will be missed by many, Rest In Peace.

Robbyn, Dave and Denis Jones

April 8, 2019

We've only known Dick for a couple of years through Michael's swim. It was so evident what a loving Grandfather and husband he was. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, especially Michael. We know that his Grandfather meant the world to him.

Kelly Romano

April 8, 2019

One of the most recent memories of our father and something that I am so grateful for was the 12 days that he made time to take me to Costa Rica for surgery even though he knew he was sick.
I'll never forget it. Thank you Dad.

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