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FIORE, Richard C.
Richard C. "Skippy" Fiore 68, of North Haven husband of Theresa Russo Fiore passed away on November 27, 2011 in Ct. Hospice. Father of Christopher (Magen) Fiore of North Haven and Richard A. (Melissa) Fiore of Stamford. Brother of Marie Sidera of East Haven, MaryAnn Bailey of Torrance CA and Anthony (Sylvia) Fiore of Wethersfield.
Relatives and friends are invited to A Mass of Christian Burial Thursday morning in St. Vincent DePaul Church at 11 a.m. Interment will be private. There will be no calling hours. Arrangement's in care of the Porto Funeral Home 234 Foxon Rd (Rte (80) East Haven. Sign Skippy's guestbook online at www.portofuneralhomes.net.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard FIORE
Love you, Skippy
Peachy
December 1, 2011
I don't think my cousin Skippy had one enemy in this world.
He was the perfect gentleman. He always cared for others more than himself. I remember him always visiting my mom when she was ill.If you wanted to be with someone who always had a positive outlook to life..it would be him you would choose. I love him dearly. Rest in peace cousin. Love Peachy
Carl Narber
December 1, 2011
Rich Fiore was one of the finest men I have ever met. He was my Computer Science teacher at East Haven High School, I met him in 1981. Rich helped to shape my life and my career, if it weren't for him I don't believe I would be experiencing the success I enjoy today. GOD has brought home one of the finest examples of a man to live on this earth. Rest in peace Rich and my condelances to your family.
Laurie Rodriguez
December 1, 2011
Sylvia Tony and the entire Fiore family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Such a loving and loyal family member I remember seeing him at all the shows your family took part in. You have a new angel for sure. Love to you all Laurie ,Henry, Angela, Kayla and Jake Rodriguez
Teresa Rieger
November 30, 2011
Dear Theresa & family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time, I will always remember Richard as a very happy and kind person who always had a smile on his face and something nice to say. May God Bless you all.
Vincent Ginnetti
November 30, 2011
I am very sorry to hear of Rich's passing. I first met Rich as a student teacher 37 years ago at East Haven HS where he was my Master Teacher. I later met him at GWCC where I worked as part time lecturer. Here I sought his advice on many occasions. He will truly be missed not only as a fellow educator but as a good friend. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike Donato
November 30, 2011
Cousin Skip - I loved him like a brother. We shared great times together. The memories will always be in my heart. Loosing Skip is a tragic loss to family and friends. Wish I was there with you. Love, Cousin Mike.
anthony der-hovanesian
November 30, 2011
Cousin Theresa so sorry for your loss God Bless.
Mr Anthony Der-Hovanesian Kayla AAsta and Bailey.
anthony der-hovanesian
November 30, 2011
Cousin Theresa and Family,
Thinking of you at this time with deepest sympathy.
Mr Anthony Der-Hovanesian Kayla Aasta and Bailey.
November 30, 2011
Theresa and Family,
So sorry about your Loss.
Mr and Mrs Richard Cappetta.
Anthony Der-Hovanesian
November 30, 2011
Cousin Theresa & Family,
So sorry about cousin skippy my thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
Mr Anthony Der-Hovanesian & Family.
Joesph Der-Hovanesian
November 30, 2011
Theresa and Family,
With deepest sympathy God Bless.
Mr Joseph Der-Hovanesian
Margaret Keyes
November 30, 2011
Theresa & Family,
Thinking of you at this time with
deepest sympathy.
David and Margaret Keyes.
Marcy Manware
November 29, 2011
Theresa, so very sorry to hear that Rich has passed. My warmest, heartfelt condolences. You should
be so proud of the legacy he's left behind for his family and friends.
ANNA SIGNORE
November 29, 2011
My deepest sympathy to your family.Mr. Fiore was my science teacher in junior high many years ago;however,it was my pleasure to see him at my place of employment,Bellini's Restaurant,from time to time.He was a wonderful teacher,and a beautiful person.God Bless!
Anna Vecchio Signore
Lucia (Cookie) Bartiromo-Kirwood
November 29, 2011
Dear Skip,
So God has blown your candle out--
He has re-lit its light, no doubt--
Someplace our eyes must wait to see--
A heavens' star He made of thee.
Rest In Peace dear Cousin--
My deepest sympathy to Terry and Family
Love, Cookie
Burnette Donato
November 29, 2011
To My Dear Family,
My earliest memory of Skippy is also one of my fondest. A thoughtful and generous man to his core, Skippy took much time and patience to tutor me in Chemistry. He shared his passion for science and inspired others to do the same.
Skippy had a contagious laugh that he shared often. I will cherish my memories of this kind and loving man forever.
Richard Fiore
November 29, 2011
Theresa, please accept our deepest. sympathy Rich will be fondly remembered. May God surround you & your family with His peace & love. Bill & Donna Hodge
November 29, 2011
I wish now that I had been more diligent about visiting Richie. I knew him and Tony at UConn; they were two of the nicest people I had met there. We had fun. I think the story I like the most and remember most about the Fiore boys was the all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner at some hotel restaurant in Willimantic. Richie and Tony practically put them out of business. My heart goes out to the Fiore family. Richie was one of the best.
John Surowiecki
Hebron
Nick Fratta
November 29, 2011
Rich, so sorry to hear about your dad. Still remember in junior high when I went with you and your dad to the civic center to see the Celtics exhibition game. Just seemed like a really nice guy. Prayers to your family.
Andrew Porto
November 29, 2011
Theresa and family, we will always remember Richard as a happy, thoughtful and generous person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Vera & Andy Porto
Diane Ianniello
November 28, 2011
Dear Theresa, Christopher, Magen, Richard and Melissa, we were especially saddened to hear about Skippy's passing. They say the good die young and Skip's death is a testimony to that. The first time I met Rich was at Michael's wedding and Skip was walking around taking pictures of everyone. He took our photo and asked me for an email address. Within a few days, I received the photo with a nice email. He was a gentle soul and a thoughtful, smart, warm, wonderful man. Grieve your loss and condemn fate. There is no such thing as closure. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Diane and Mark
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