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Born in Scranton, son of the late William J. and Marie Meyers Conte, he was a graduate of Scranton Technical High School and Johnson School of Technology. A member of Immaculate Conception Church, the German American Federation at Waldorf Park and the East Mountain Residents Association, he helped organize the fishing derby at Mountain Lake in the East Mountain section. Before retirement, he was a carpenter for 43 years and a member of the Carpenters and Joiners Local 645.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, taxidermist and a meticulous builder. He enjoyed sitting on the porch, cooking, gardening, trips to Bermuda and Florida and spending time with his dog, Jake.
Also surviving are three daughters, Renne Canova and husband, Leon III, Reading; Dorene Day, Virginia Beach, Va.; and Amy Swoyer, Archbald; a son, Richard William Conte Jr., Scranton; six grandchildren, Isabella, Gabriella, Deanna, Adrianna, Bradley and Randal; a brother, Robert Conte, Juneau, Alaska; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The funeral will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. from the Miller Bean Funeral Home Inc., 436 Cedar Ave., Scranton, with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 in Immaculate Conception Church, 801 Taylor Ave., Scranton. Interment will follow in the Italian American Cemetery, Scranton.
Friends may call on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 968 Postal Road, Suite 110, Allentown, PA 18109.
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Amy Medici
March 14, 2015
Renee and family, I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing.
Rich Conte
March 6, 2015
My deepest sympathy. My whole life people thought he was my father. Heard many great stories. Even today I received condolences. Though I never met him, sure he is happy in heavan.Hope family stays strong as a new group is applauding his return. A different Rich Conte. Moosic , Pa
Fred & Patty Kolb
March 4, 2015
May God Bless You and keep you forever
American Heart Association
March 4, 2015
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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Joseph Sakulich
March 3, 2015
may God Bless all of you. rich was a GREAT FRIEND to my brother Richard. I am sure they are together in HEAVEN planning a fishing trip.
Bob and Barbara Fritz
March 3, 2015
Dear Joanne, Ricky, Renne, Doreen and Amy,
Bob and I send our deepest sympathy. We were blessed to have Rich as a friend and neighbor. We shared many good times at the Little League parties and pool gatherings in Mt. Cobb. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Bob and Barbara Fritz
dorothy burda
March 3, 2015
Amy, it's sad to hear of your dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Dorothy.
March 3, 2015
Dear Joann and Ricky, We are saddened to hear about the loss of your husband and father. Our prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Eric, Ellen, Andrew & Luke Chase and Dorothy Stipp
Diane Santorsa
March 3, 2015
Sorry to hear of Rich passing we went to school together, so many good memories of him.May he rest in peace Thoughts and prayers to his loving family,God Bless
Mary McNulty
March 3, 2015
Renee, Doreen and Amy - my thoughts and prayers are with you. May your father RIP
salvatore falbo
March 3, 2015
Very sorry for your loss
Janet Lukenavich LoRusso
March 3, 2015
During times of loss and moments of sadness, may your cherished memories of Rich be the gifts that bless you with peace, comfort and a smile in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you and your son.
Janet Lukenavich LoRusso
March 3, 2015
During times of loss and moments of sadness, may your cherished memories of Rich be the gifts that bless you with peace, comfort and a smile in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers for you and your son.
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