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RICHARD JOHN BARANCHO
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RICHARD BARANCHO Obituary
Richard John Barancho, 56, of Cranberry Twp., passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, August 7, 2011 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, following a series of strokes. Born October 27, 1954 in Sewickley, he is the son John and Frances (Habazin) Barancho of Hopewell Twp. Richard was a member of St. Kilian Catholic Church in Cranberry Twp. He was a 1972 graduate of Hopewell High School and a 1976 graduate of Penn State University. He began his marketing and finance career in San Francisco and Newport Beach, California. He moved back to the Pittsburgh Area in 2001 and was currently employed as a marketing account manager for WDVE and Clear Channel Communications. His passions included spending time with his friends, playing basketball, bike riding, gardening and listening to blues music. He was the ultimate Steelers' fan and was one of the original members of "Lambert's Lunatics." Richard was a vibrant, uplifting and positive person who always saw the good in everything and everyone. His enthusiasm for life was contagious and drew people to him. Surviving in addition to his parents, are his devoted wife of 27 years, Julie (Galdes) Barancho; two beloved sons, Richard Jr. and Ryan Barancho of Cranberry Twp.; a brother and sister-in-law John "Buno" and Allison Barancho of California; a sister and brother-in-law Joanne and Frank Iorio of Moon Twp.; his father-in-law and mother-in-law Victor and Loretta Galdes, brothers-in-law and sisters in law, Lynn and Mark Barber of CT, Jean and Nathan Hendricks- Cincinnati, OH, Jennifer Galdes of Chicago; nieces and nephews, Jake, Jade, Anna, Stephen, Alex, Jack and Adam and many loving cousins, and close friends. Friends will be received Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. in TATALOVICH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 2205 McMinn St. Aliquippa, where a service will be held Thursday at 10:15 a.m, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in St. Titus Catholic Church, Aliquippa. Burial will follow in Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, Hopewell Twp. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Richard Barancho Memorial Family Fund c/o Dollar Bank, 1709 Rt. 228, Cranberry Twp., PA 16066. Richard will always be remembered as a great husband, father and family man. He was always there for his family in every capacity. He will be sadly missed.
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Andy
August 3, 2023
Nothing but good memories or the man we called Burt Reynolds
Geoff Kullberg
September 1, 2011
I ran a sales office for Rich and Buno in San Jose, CA for National Image. I look fondly on the time I spent working for/with Rich back in 1993-1995. He was a wonderful and great guy. I had dialog with him on an almost daily basis and he was always upbeat and funny even in less than desirable situations. After I left my job and moved to Colorado, Rich helped me start my own business that mimicked that of National Image. Rich had every right not to help me after my parting ways, but he did because he was just that kind of guy. Awesome.
My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends. Please know that even though I lost touch with Rich many years ago, he positively impacted my business life and also touched my heart. He was a great man!
God bless,
Geoff Kullberg
PS- Hello to Buno. 56 years is far too short, but he made the most of the time he had.
August 15, 2011
Julie,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.I am here for you.
Carol Caputo
Becky Carroll
August 11, 2011
Julie, Ryan and Richie-
I am so sorry for your loss. Richard was such an amazing and great person. When I would meet up with everyone at the tailgates he was always the first to give me hug and ask how I was doing. I know he will always be in everyones hearts, lives and tailgates for years to come. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
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Matt & Charlene Plautz
August 11, 2011
Julie, Richie and Ryan,
Richard was one of the great ones. Always had a smile & kind words. He made everyone around him feel special. He loved you three so much and was so proud of everything you guys did. He will truly be missed.
Ramona Pirain Dryer
August 11, 2011
I'm so sorry for the great loss of Richard. He was a class act, always kind and thoughtful. He is one of the good ones that is no longer on earth but in the hearts and minds of many.
Patrick Carroll
August 11, 2011
We are going to miss you so much...You were a wonderful friend,.....
Patrick & Jeanne Carroll
West Hills, CA
Tresa Lovio-Slattery
August 10, 2011
To Richard's family...who I heard about so often.. he loved you dearly, and anyone who knew him- also felt they knew YOU. My deepest, heartfelt condolences to you. Richard was an exceptional man, and wonderful friend and mentor. I had the pleasure of working with Richard at Kiss when he first came back from California and began his career at Clear Channel. We laughed so often during that time. Know he will always be fondly remembered.
Ben Kivlan
August 10, 2011
Sometimes you do not have to know someone very long to know what kind of a person they are. I was fortunate to get to know Richard in his physical therapy for his shoulder this past year. He was the type of person that everyone enjoyed having around and always had a special knack of elevating the mood of the entire clinic. He always had a positive attitude and talked so highly of his wife and family. I am saddened to learn of the passing of such a genuinely kind and good -hearted person. I offer his wife and family my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time and hope they may find some comfort in knowing how Richard was able to have such a positive influence on those who knew him, no matter for how long!
Wayne and Diane Singh
August 10, 2011
Shocking and Sad news when I heard. I met Rich when our boys played sports together at Cranberry Township and SV middle school. He was a classy guy always with a big smile and heart. Our deepest heart felt sympathy to the Barancho family. You will be in our prayers.
August 10, 2011
I did not know Rich personally but i have talked to him and his wife Julie as they took pictures at the Seneca Valley High School football pratices. My son Jeff knows Richie and Ryan very well and has spent alot of time at their house and he always said what a great guy Rich was .So sorry for your lose and our deepest sympathy to your family. The Palmer Family {Cranberry Twp}
Mike and Meredith Dailey
August 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Remembering your husband and father as our son's baseball coach years ago. He was always positive and smiling.
TIM SITES
August 10, 2011
I DIDNT BELIEVE IT UNTIL I READ IT HERE!! NOT RICH! I HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING THIS MAN FOR 3 YEARS NOW AND NOT ONLY WAS HE GREAT AT WHAT HE DID, BUT HE WAS A REALLY GENUINE AWESOME DUDE!!! EVERYTIME I SEEN HIM, ALL HE TALKED ABOUT WAS HIS SONS, AND HOW EXCITED HE WAS ABOUT FOOTBALL, AND GETTIN TO GO HOOP, AND WE ALWAYS LAUGHED AND JOKED AROUND AND HIS SMILE WAS ABSOLUTELY CONTAGIOUS, U COULDNT HELP BUT LAUGH WHEN HE WAS AROUND YA. RICHARD HELPED ME GET MY BUSSINESS OFF THE GROUND WITH ALL MY RADIO ADDS, AS WELL AS BEING A FAMILY FRIEND!!!! VERY SAD TO HEAR THIS NEWS!! OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO JULIE N RICH N RYAN, AND I CAN SAY THAT IT WAS AN ABSOLUTE PLEASURE HAVIN THE CHANCE TO HAVE MET THIS MAN!!!!!! TIM SITES, AND THE WHOLE CREW @ TINT PLUS
Peggy Berarducci Gynn
August 10, 2011
I remember Richard from our Tammie years together. We danced a lot with eachother and oh what fun we had!!! He was always very kind and caring and I adored him. I was in shock, when I received the news and very saddened that I could not be there, to pay my respects and hug his wonderful mother Frances. God bless you Richard and have one more dance in Heaven!
God Speed,
Peggy (Bare) Berarducci Gynn
August 9, 2011
Barancho Family,I am so sorry for the hurt your heart is experiencing.
Richard was one of the off the most "laid backed and" just experience life" people that I have ever met. He ws my friend and i will miss him.
Marianne Karlovich
Fred and Leslie Pozzuto
August 9, 2011
We were shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Richard from Marian. We only saw him occasionally thru the years but always found him to be a very personable and friendly man. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Michael Marchinsky
August 9, 2011
Such a sad and sudden loss of a great, great person. I had the pleasure of getting to know Richard through business, and I was never around him when he didn't have a smile on his face and something nice to say. To his family and friends, I am sorry for your loss, and will keep you in my prayers.
Andy Boggess
August 9, 2011
Sometimes in life, our paths cross with people who just make you smile. Richard was one of those people. I was so saddened today to learn of his passing. My condolences go to his family and fellow friends. I will remember him the only way I can, as a great Father that loved his family dearly. Though our paths had not crossed in years, and as I wipe my eyes typing this, I can't help but smile and be happy that I knew the man, even if it was for just a short time.
Andy Boggess
August 9, 2011
Sometimes in life, our paths cross with people who just make you smile. Richard was one of those people. I was so saddened today to learn of his passing. My condolences go to his family and fellow friends. I will remember him the only way I can, as a great Father that loved his family dearly. Though our paths had not crossed in years, and as I wipe my eyes typing this, I can’t help but smile and be happy that I knew the man, even if it was for just a short time.
Tom Fauls
August 9, 2011
I've been in the same business for almost 40 years. Knowing Richard was an honor. He was the definition of class, compassion, and caring (three rare things in this, or any other business). Richard, you will always be remembered, and always missed.
Mike Moriarty
August 9, 2011
Julie, Richie,Ryan and all of Richard's Family,
Like so so many others, Richard was one of my very best friends. I've know him for 32 years and will miss him so much. I was so fortunate to have had him in my life. There are no words that can be said to decribe my love for him or my own loss and I am so sorry for yours. My faith in Jesus and my Trust in God, altough I don't understand why Rich had to go, is what sustains me. I know I will see him again.
God bless you all, Mike Moriarty
Annabelle McGee
August 9, 2011
Still in shock. Richard was one of the nicest men I ever met. He was always such a gentlemen and had the most positive attitude ever! Our loss is heaven's gain. He will truly be missed.
David Waugaman
August 9, 2011
I had the great opportunity to work next to Richard for a time at WDVE. What a fabulous co-worker, father, husband and son. My son played (Norwin) against Ryan the past couple of seasons. And I still owe Richard a lunch ...
Theresa Colaizzi
August 9, 2011
Richard was a true gentleman and great guy. I always enjoyed talking with him. You learned something each time. It was such a treat running into him in the halls...always a smile on his face and always asked how I was doing. Even though I didn’t work directly with him, he was always super nice to me. He was a friend to all. Not only was he one of the most genuine and nicest people, but he had a true love of people and an empathy for them and it showed. He was a rare gem. Julie, Rich Jr, and Ryan and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of your wonderful husband and father who no doubt is watching over all of you in God's embrace.
Chip Herrmann
August 9, 2011
I was proud and honored to be on the same "Team" as Richard. He was the ultimate definition of class and professionalism. It is very rare when no matter where you go you never heard a negative word about someone. Richard was one of those special few. I am going to miss trading the daily Penn State/Pitt barbs with him. when I needed a smile and a laugh I knew where I could always go. My heart, thoughts, and daily prayers, will be with each of you during these difficult times. God's Blessings on all of you.
Vito Capaccio
August 9, 2011
Dear Julie, Richard Jr. and Ryan,
I just don't know what to say except how very sorry I am. I do know Richard was an exceptional husband, father and devoted son. He always spoke about how you were and his mom and dad as well. I can't tell you how much he helped me in my advertising work. He was a good listener, friend and had the ability to bring people together and compromise. As I read these listings and have talked with some of his other friends in the past two days. I have learned so much more about Richard and his abilities. But I will always admire his ability to bring people together.
He was the Best!
Kayla Mitchell
August 9, 2011
To Richie Jr, Family & Friends,
I went to high school with Richie Jr. I was glad I got to have met his father Richard SR. Richard was an incredibly a positive person. He was influence in so many peoples lifes! Richard will be miss by everyone that was fortunate enough to know him, but never forgotten! I wish his family & friends the strength to help them at this time! He was always so smiley & happy when I saw him! I looked up to him! Wish I was honored to have a father like him! Always so supportive! Biggest Steelers Fan I have ever met! Had a beautiful wife and two boys, Richie & Ryan! Richard was just at my work (Billco Motors) over a month ago with WDVE! He was so excited that him and the boys were going to the races! I will see you in heaven someday angel! I will miss you! Richie, if you need anything at all please call!
Bill Cameron
August 9, 2011
Richard was always a great friend to me, and to everyone here. He will never be forgotten. We love him, our lives were better with him, and less without him. But in my heart, I know he's smiling down on us from Heaven, and he'll always be with us
Russ Rosendale
August 9, 2011
Richard was an incredibly positive person, and he was a great influence on so many of us that worked with him. He will be missed by everyone that was fortunate enough to know him. I hope that his family will find the strength to help them at this time.
Amy Ujazdowski/Salera
August 9, 2011
Richard was an inspiration to all people... he was warm and welcoming and full of life. He will be greatly missed by many as he touched the hearts of many. He is one of the best co-workers I ever had when I worked at WDVE and he was a great riding buddy and cheered for me during the MS 150. His family is beautiful and some of the nicest people. God Bless Richard. Keep an eye over all of us while you are in heaven. I send my deepest sympathies to every single person touched by his great spirit, especially his family.
Ted Deitch
August 9, 2011
Julie,
We are so sorry to hear about the tragedy of Rich's passing. We are overwhelmed with grief for your family.
Rich was one of the most positive people I ever met. He never had a bad word to say about anyone or anything. When we would run in to each other we always talked basketball and families. He was so happy and proud of you and the boys. He always wanted to hear what was going on with our family too, so supportive and genuine. Rich was a truly wonderful man and will be missed tremendously.
Bobby Fisher
August 9, 2011
I was shocked and saddened to hear this. I worked with Richard at my first job right out of college and he was incredibly helpful, friendly, and just a great guy to be around. He'll be missed by many, and my thoughts and condolences are with his family.
Iris Valanti
August 9, 2011
To Julie and family - Richard was a great friend to the Food Bank and the Pittsburgh Blues Festival. His ready smile and cheerful disposition were always appreciated, as was his hard work on behalf of the Blues Festival. Even though he did not get to the Blues Festival this year, know that his effforts contributed greatly to its success. He was missed there, and will be missed by all of his friends from the Food Bank.
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