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Alfred Licata Obituary
He was born in Quincy, Mass., the son of Peter and Mary (Genuardi) Licata.
He owned and operated a Rainbow Distributorship in Braintree, Mass. He grew the business to 33 different locations during the '70s. In late '70s early '80s, he helped start South Shore Chapter of Full Gospel Businessmen's Association. He then started A.M.S. (Automotive Maintenance Services), which he owned and operated for 12 years, covering from Massachusetts to Maryland. He moved to Maine in 1987 and started A.L. Distributors Inc. in 1994, which he owned and operated for 15 years.
He loved music, singing, worshipping, reading, studying and fishing. He was a district commander for Royal Rangers Christian boys group in the '80s. His passion was teaching other people in business and ministry. He studied and prepared for ministry for 30-plus years, his Saving Grace Ministries and His Watering Hole. Go to www.allicata.com and www.allicatasr.com to read some of his learnings that he posted.
For the last 42 years, Alfred was caring and loving for many homeless couples, runaway teens, families, pastors and wives, giving them a place to live and stay until God moved them on.
He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Arlene "Sissie" (Sacchetti) of Cambridge; his four sons, Alfred Licata Jr. and his companion, Joanne, of Massachusetts, Anthony Licata and his wife, Heather Gould, of Skowhegan, Angelo Licata and his wife, Annie, of Detroit, and Adam Licata of Cambridge; two brothers, William Licata and his companion, Nancy, of New Hampshire, and Angelo Licata and his fiancŽe, Cheryl, of Massachusets; six grandchildren, Alexis, Bailey, Jonas, Jenaya, Terese and Gabrielle; and his father and mother-in-law, Gino and Ethel Sacchetti, of Massachusetts; and his brothers-in-law, Richard Sacchetti and wife Gwen of California, and Michael Sacchetti and wife Mary of Massachusetts; and many nieces and nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at noon on Saturday, July 30, 2011, at T&B Celebration Center, 414 Madison Ave., Skowhegan, with Pastor John Johnston officiating.
Arrangements are under the care of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alfred Licata
Jean DeLucca
April 9, 2012
Dear Sissy,
I just found out about the passing of your husband Al. I am so sorry for your loss. I was one of your bridesmaids at your wedding. Thinking of you.
paul wagner
December 28, 2011
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Tammie Cowette
November 8, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I know that the 23rd Psalm is always quoted at funerals. But I have been shown a new way to look at that. We that are left behind are the ones that are walking through the shadow. we are not in it to stay but will go through it with God by our side. Sometimes he will even carry us. My sincere prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. May God continue to give you the peace and comfort that he so desires to do. "I am with you always" saith the Lord. God bless you and keep you .
August 10, 2011
We were so very sorry to hear of the passing of Al. He was a wonderful man. My husband and I both worked with Al about 5 years ago and appreciated all of the faith he shared, guidance and love he showed us. He will be missed greatly. Praying you feel the peace of God wrapped around you. Blessings to you Sissy, you and your family are in our prayers. The York Family
August 2, 2011
Dear Sissy and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Al. We were out of town and could not attend the celebration of Al's life. Please know we are praying for you and your family. We cherish the time we spent together in fellowship and friendship. Please know we are here for you.
Much love,
Bill and Stephanie Carter
Joanne Linehan
July 31, 2011
Dear Sissy and family,I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you and your family stay strong.
Joanne Linehan
Mary Jo Clements
July 31, 2011
Dear Sissy, I am so very sorry and saddened to hear of the loss of your husband, Al! Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers...May you find strength through the words of comfort from family and friends and may the Peace that passes all understanding guard your heart at this time of such sorrow...Al was such an endearing man with a Father's heart who will be missed by so many. Most sincerely and with love, Mary Jo Clements and family
Karen Bryant
July 29, 2011
Sissy and family,
I am so sorry for your loss, my deepest and sincere condolences. When I met you both it was like I had known you all my life, you two touched my life in a blessed way. My thoughts & prayers are with you Sissy and your family...love you
Donna (Carver) Chouinard
July 29, 2011
Sissie and family ~ I was deeply saddened to hear of Al's passing. Someday, there'll be no more parting. But for now, know that I think of you often and pray that the Great Comforter holds you in His loving arms as you walk this valley.
Donna (Carver) Chouinard
Susan Mirick-Alanurm
July 29, 2011
Rest in Peace dear Al. I know that you are hearing,"Well done, thou good and faithful servant" St.Mt 25:21. Keeping your family in my prayers, that the Lord will comfort, and bless them with His peace and love.
April Demmer
July 28, 2011
Sissy,
We are shocked, Al was a very nice man. he will be missed and you are in our hearts and prayers,we are here for you.
Dean and April Demmer & Family
July 27, 2011
Dear Sissy and family, We are all saddened by the loss of your husband Al. Hope that prayers will help you through the sorrow .Please know that you are all in my prayers. God Bless .Love from Antoinette and cousin Paul Matta.....
Jess
July 27, 2011
Sissie and family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
July 27, 2011
We are saddened and shocked. Know that we will be praying for you Sissy and your family. You are not alone.
Marvin,Carol,Gabe and Emma
april souza
July 27, 2011
we were shocked and very saddend to hear about Al he was a wonderful man who taught us so much about god and the rainbow business, we lost one of the great legends when he passed, sissy we love you and your family you are our 'rainbow mom' may god be with you all and we are always here for you as you & Al were for us when my brother passed. always loved and never forgotten. god bless
with love, Shaun & April Souza & the rainbow family
Clover Bragg
July 27, 2011
Dear Sissy and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Al was a wonderful man that helped so many. For everyone that knew him, he will be greatly missed. You are all in my thoughts, and prayers.
Clover Bragg, Smithfield
Phyllis Watson
July 27, 2011
We are deeply saddend by your loss of Al. May God provide you enough strength to face these difficult times. Just know that you are close in our thoughts and prayers.
Arthur and Phyllis Watson....Cambridge
Kathy (Noble) Vining
July 27, 2011
Sissy, I'm so sorry to hear about Al, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
New Balance Athletic Shoe
July 27, 2011
Sorry for your loss!
July 27, 2011
we are sorry to hear about al. we know his is with the LORD and that is a blessing. he and sissie gave my husband and i a chance to prove we could also be susscesful in the rainbow business may our LORD and savior be with the whole family in loving memories dick and ann robbins ptl!!!
Randall&Marsha Quimby
July 27, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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