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Richard D'Olimpio Obituary
9/9/45 - 2/24/21
Richard "Papa" D'Olimpio passed away in his home, surrounded by his beloved family, on February 24, 2021. He was born on September 9, 1945, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, the son of the late Alphonse D'Olimpio and Josephine Palazzolo D'Olimpio.
Richard served in the U.S. Navy as a Hull Tech until moving to Alabama in 1973, where he spent most of his career as a Railroad Engineer, retiring in Millbrook, Alabama. He was bigger than life and all who knew him loved him. There was no end to the love and pride he had for his family and friends. He knew how to enjoy the little things in life and passed that appreciation for life to his loved ones.
Richard is preceded in death by his wife, Rubye S. D'Olimpio, his son, Russ D'Olimpio (Jennifer), and grandson, BJ Harrod. Richard is survived by his children Rick D'Olimpio (Amy), Randy D'Olimpio (Dayna), Robyn D'Olimpio Frost (Greg), Donna Harrod, Janet H. Abdulla (Isam), Gayle H. Hegler, Billy Harrod (Paige); 26 grandchildren and many great grandchildren; sister Patricia D. Cucchiello (Richard), brother Peter D'Olimpio; and numerous nieces, nephews and many dear friends.
A memorial mass will be officiated by Father James Dean at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Prattville on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at 11:00 am. A celebration of life with eulogy will be held at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, the family welcomes donations to Montgomery Cancer Center - Prattville or American Diabetes Association.
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Judy Sullivan
March 2, 2021
I am so sorry for the loss of Richard. I know all of you are heartbroken. There are so many wonderful memories for you to hold on to. Love and hugs to all. "Aunt" Judy
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