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Richard D'Orazio Obituary
Richard D'Orazio
February 17, 1959 - July 18, 2024
MIDDLETON - Richard D'Orazio, age 65, of Middleton, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024. He was born on Feb. 17, 1959, in Madison, the son of John and Karen (Kennedy) D'Orazio.
Richard loved to spend time with his family especially his grandkids and his dogs.
Richard is survived by his mother, Karen; two sons, John (Carly) D'Orazio and Aaron Katsuma; three daughters, Alyssa (Joseph Cooper) D'Orazio, Anna (Matthew Kissell) D'Orazio and Emily Katsuma; three grandchildren, Lily D'Orazio, Kennedy D'Orazio and Eleanor Cooper; and beloved dogs, Louis and Coco. He was preceded in death by father, John.
A celebration of life will be held at NAKOMA COUNTRY CLUB, 4145 Country Club Road, Madison, from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Burial will be held at Resurrection Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted to the Fitchburg Serenity Club in Richard's name.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761
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Mark J Mueller
July 24, 2024
RIP Richard-It was fun growing up with you-My condolences to Mrs. D and the rest of the family.
Melissa Driscoll
July 22, 2024
Joe, Alyssa & Eleanor,
We are all so very sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers for Gods peace and presence to fill your hearts. May your Dad's memory live on with treasured & fond memories of your life together
Love,
The Driscoll Family
Ralph Kamps
July 21, 2024
I am in shock like most others. Rich played hard and had that huge heart for family and friends....going to miss the sharp wit and humor of his...play on Rich...see you on the otherside and that final 18.
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