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Robert Ricci Obituary

Robert G. Ricci, D.O., 68, Leawood, KS, passed away Monday, February 10, 2003, in Acapulco, Mexico. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Monday, February 17, at Cure' of Ars Catholic Church, 9401 Mission Rd., Leawood, KS 66206. Entombment in Resurrection Mausoleum, Lenexa, KS. Friends may call 7:30-10 p.m. Sunday at Cure' of Ars Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the R.G. Ricci Scholarship Fund at The University of Health Sciences, College of Osteopathic Medicine, 1750 Independence Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64106. Dr. Ricci was born September 10, 1934 in Altoona, PA, the son of Italian immigrants, Lorenzo and Anna Maria (Petrogallo) Ricci. He was a 1968 graduate of The University of Health SciencesCollege of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed his internship and residency in Radiology at UHS-COM in 1972. He was elected a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Radiology in 1994. Dr. Ricci was Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Medical Imaging Inc. since 1973. He was currently Director of Medical Education and Chairman of the Medical Education Committee at The Medical Center of Independence. He also was a member of the Board of Trustees of UHSCOM. Among his numerous positions, he was a founding member and on the Board of Directors at Park Lane Medical Center, and Past-President of the Jackson County Osteopathic Medical Association. Dr. Ricci was a proponent of community education and was on the Speaker's Bureau of the American Cancer Society's Breast Cancer Awareness Program. He held faculty appointments at both UHS-COM and the UMKC School of Medicine. Among his honors, he was awarded Lifesaver of the Year by the American Cancer Society, and was recipient of the Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons Distinguished Service Award. In 1998, he was named Man of the Year by the American Sons of Columbus. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving 1957-59, and was a member of Cure' of Ars Parish since 1971. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and brother, John. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Dolores Vitelli Ricci; children and their spouses, Mary Beth Ricci and Stevan Dupus, Anne and James Brull, Roberta Ricci and William Florescu, Lawrence and Christina Ricci; grandchildren, Jami, Jake, Kate, Luke and Carmen Brull, Robert, Michael and Nina Ricci; brother and sister-in-law, Joseph and Helen Ricci; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Louis and Carmen Vitelli; and brother-in-law, Philip Vitelli. Pallbearers: Dr. John Campobasso, Dr. Joseph DeBlase, Dr. James DiRenna Jr., Dr. J. Stephen Dykstra, Dr. Steven Gialde, Dr. Ross Sciara, Dr. Lee Steinberg and Dr. Joseph Yasso Sr. Bob will de dearly missed by his family and many friends. (Arrangements: Passantino Bros. Funeral Home (816) 4712844)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Feb. 15, 2003.

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Old friend of the family

February 22, 2003

Dr. Ricci was a great person. I used to date one of his daughters. You couldn't ask for a nicer father of your girlfriend. I will always remember his even-tempered understanding of others. It was a gift of his-one I'll always remember.



He raised a great family, if you know them, you know what I mean. I think that was his greatest accomplishment in life.

Brian Matthys

February 17, 2003

Dr. Ricci was a fine man and a man who inspired many young physicians like myself. I had the utmost respect for Dr. Ricci and considered him a mentor and friend. His loss we be felt for years to come and his legacy will never be forgotten.

Dr. Charles & Sharyn Bernstein

February 17, 2003

Dee -

We were devasted to hear today about Bob. It was, indeed, an honor and a great pleasure to have spent time with both of you. Our heartfelt condolences.

Ruth Putman

February 17, 2003

It was a pleasure to work with Dr. Ricci at Park Lane Medical Center. He was always a professional and courteous person. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Stuart Edelman

February 17, 2003

Dear Dee and family;

It was a privilege to have called Bob our friend. He truly was a most giving and kind person. Janis and I were glad we could share his last days with all of you in Acapulco. You have a truly remarkable family. I know they will give you comfort in the days ahead.

Love,

Janis and Stuart

Edelman

Kathy Bonacorso

February 17, 2003

Dear Dee & Family:



Dr. Bob will be missed, he was a true gentleman. My sympathy goes out to you. I know you two were one. He will be sadly missed



All our Love,

John & Kathy Bonacorso

Connie Fancher

February 17, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with all the members of the Ricci family. I have shared many memories with them and know that Bob will be with them in spirit always.

Connie Fancher

Park Lane Transcription Queens

February 16, 2003

His was a warm and caring voice speaking from a warm and caring heart. All of his Park Lane transcriptionists wish him God's mercy and blessed peace on his new journey, and peace and good memories to his family. "Period, check."

Brent Walters, DO

February 16, 2003

Dr. Ricci was a man who I deeply respected and was invaluable to my medical school education. My prayers are with his family.

Doyle and Lori Cantrell

February 16, 2003

Dear Dee and Family,

We are very sorry to hear about Bob. He was an inspiration to me and to so many others. He was always a pleasure to be around both at work and away. His words of wisdom have stayed with me over the years and I still pass them on to my friends and family. It was a honor to have known him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

George Lilleston

February 16, 2003

I will miss Oh Bob and his winning personality..had much fun playing golf with him.

Jeanne Maliwat, RT (R,CT,M,BD)

February 16, 2003

Dr. Ricci was one of the most wonderful physician's I have ever encountered in the last 10 years as an X-ray Technologist. His patients still ask about him and have nothing but kind words to say about him. He was truely one of the warmest and kindest people I have ever met. He will be missed. May God bless him and his family during this difficult time.

Joe & Julie Ciccio

February 15, 2003

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ricci family. We will always remember Bob as a kind and gentle person who was devoted to his family and dedicated to helping others. We will miss his warm smile and words of wisdon.

Guy Farmer, D.O.

February 15, 2003

Dr. Ricci was a true gentleman and friend. He will be missed greatly by all that knew him. Especially me.



Guy Farmer,D.O. and family

Judy Bax

February 15, 2003

Dearest Dee and family,

I am so very sorry to hear about Bob. He was such a wonderful man and I will truly miss seeing him, Jack and I admired him and was always happy to see him. I do beleive Jack has welcomed him with open arms. I pray that Jack and Bob will be at rest and maybe Bob will teach Jack to play golf. We will all be reunited one day so until then, we must thank God for all the wonderful days, months, and years we were blessed to have them in our life. God bless you and your beautiful family Dee, and may you always know how much you and Bob are loved!

Love and prayers,your friend,

Judy Bax

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