Richard DeDio Obituary
Richard R. DeDio, 65, originally of Syracuse, NY passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at Francis House in Syracuse, NY.
He graduated from Bishop Grimes High School, Syracuse, NY and Bell and Howell (Devry Institute of Technology, Phoenix, AZ. He worked for Kronecranes for over 16 years as a Technical Trainer traveling all over the US and the countries of Germany and Finland.
Surviving are his wife of 14 years the former Sandra Disney; sons, Richard N., Florida and Nicholas, Arizona, Tony Jackson, Colorado and Shannon Jackson, Iowa; sisters, Barbara(Michael) Pauley and Linda Flynn; 10 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Services and burial will be private.
The family is extremely appreciative of the care Rich received while at Francis House. Donations can be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse, NY 13208.
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