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Richard F. "Big Rich" Corso Sr.
Richard F. "Big Rich" Corso Sr.
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Richard Corso Obituary
He was the husband of Melanie (Ellis) Corso for 16 years.
Born, raised and educated in Boston, Mr. Corso served in the Army. He moved to Cape Cod in 1982.
Mr. Corso owned and operated Dad's Italian Villa and the Taste of Italy. He also worked as a school bus driver for Dennis-Yarmouth and as a truck driver for Northern Paving Co.
He enjoyed riding his Harley and was a member of the HOG Harley Owners Group, Cape Cod Chapter. He also enjoyed spending time with his children. He was comfortable with his dogs at his side.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Richard F. Corso Jr. and Thomas C. Libby of Yarmouthport; and a daughter, Rebecca Libby, also of Yarmouthport. He was also the brother of Vito Corso of Norton, and Antonina McNeil of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
A funeral will be held on Friday, Aug. 3, at 11 a.m. at the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave., South Yarmouth. Burial will be private.
Friends and relatives are invited to call at the funeral home on Thursday, Aug. 2, from 5 to 8 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Animal Rescue League of Boston, 3981 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631.
For more information, go to www.hallettfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
ANGELA ELLIS
August 26, 2007
RICH
YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY. I WILL MISS ALL THE TIMES YOU PICKED ON ME.
AUNT MEL,LITTLE RICH,THOMAS AND BECKY
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU LOSS. I AM HERE FOR YOU IF YOU NEED ANYTHING.
ANGELA
Barbara Tyler-Robie
August 14, 2007
Mel,Lil'Rich,T.C.,Becky
I am so sorry to hear about Big Rich he will be greatly missed, his great sense of humor, his smile and of course his laugh, my deepest sympathy to all of you.He loved you all very much. I would have been there but had a bus trip and got back later than I hoped.I am sorry
paul bankosky
August 5, 2007
Melanie, i am sorry to hear of our loss of Rich.my best for you and your family.my thoughts and prayers are with you all. paul bankosky
Janice and Steve O'Brien
August 3, 2007
We are so sorry Mel. Please know that you, and your entire family, are in our thoughts and our prayers.
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Heather Eldridge
August 3, 2007
Rich Jr. I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. my deepest regards to you and yours.
Sincerely Yours,
Linda Burke
August 2, 2007
Mel,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Remember the love and happy memories you shared and know that Rich is now your guardian angel watching over you, Rich, Jr., Becky and Tom.
MeLinda Lane
August 1, 2007
Mel,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss but what many don't realize was it was a loss to all of us. Everyone that knew Uncle Richie knows that he touched each and every one of our hearts in some special way. There will not be one day I go on in life not thinking about him and how much I will miss our fallen hero. Our hearts are with you even though we are many miles away and wish we could be there more than anything and try to help you through this along with Lil' Richie, Thomas, and Becky. Not that I would be of much help right now either. I love and miss him and I always will. We love you and if you need anything just let us know.
Sharae Bassett
August 1, 2007
Rich Jr my heart goes out to you and your family.I didn't know your dad but he sounds like he was a wonderful man and i'm sorry for your loss.Love you.
Elaine Abrahamson
August 1, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your children. Love, Elaine
Dottie Barabe
August 1, 2007
Melanie, Rich, Thomas and Becky,
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Hold on to the memories forever. If you need anything we are right around the corner.
Steve, Dottie, April and 12.
Katie E. Marnik
August 1, 2007
To the family who became my 2nd family when I was with Tom:
I love you all very much, and the world won't be the same without Rich Sr.
Anything you need, you know I'm here...
Christine Janson
August 1, 2007
Mel, "lil" Rich, Thomas & Becky, we are saddened by the news. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. Much love to you all. "Auntie" Chris, Amy & Alan
Crystal (Sissy) Collins
August 1, 2007
Mel,
I'm not sure what to say, except that I am very sorry. His smile, and huge heart makes him an unforgettable person. He will be forever missed and loved.
Love you guys!
Jo Connors
August 1, 2007
Dear Melanie: I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
August 1, 2007
Melanie,
We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts!
Everyone at Cape Cod Aggregates
Dirk Showers and family
August 1, 2007
To Mel and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of your dear loved husband/father.May God hold you all dear as he has welcomed another gentle Angel into his kingdom.May your love and memories bring you peace till you are reunited eternally.
Melanie Corso
August 1, 2007
There won't be a day go by that I won't miss your smile! You touched so many lives in so many ways. I will miss you forever! I am lost without you! Love forever --- Melanie
The love of my life!! I miss you so much. Mel
August 1, 2007
Judy & Rich Klimm
August 1, 2007
My deepest sympathy for your loss to Melanie and her family.
Amy Chipman
August 1, 2007
Melanie and Family... We can't express how deeply sorry we are to hear of your loss... Our prayers are with you! Love and sympathies.. Amy and Billy
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