RICHARD WAYNE FIORI

Richard Wayne Fiori, age 74, of Fresno, CA, passed away at his home on May 2, 2018. Rick served in the military from 1965 to 1967 as a gunner's mate on the USS Osborne in the Gulf of Tonkin. Later in life, he also served in the Navy Reserves. Rick was an avid tennis player most of his life, winning All Valley Champion in 1957, and playing in local tournaments well into his 50s at his beloved Roeding Park. You could find Rick most early mornings at the park with his dogs, tossing the Frisbee, having some coffee, and chatting with his fellow early-rising dog owners. Rick loved music and was First Chair clarinet in the Kingsburg and Fresno City College bands. A graduate of Fresno State, Rick retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 22 years working as a letter carrier. His quick wit, talents, and big personality will be missed. He is survived by his daughter, Kari Fiori; his wife, Earlene Fiori; his brothers, Bill and Larry Fiori; and his many nieces and nephews. The family is grateful to Kathy and Wally DelCarlo for their assistance over the last several years.