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Richard Montanaro Obituary

MONTANARO, Richard Ralph

Richard Ralph Montanaro of Calhoun, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday surrounded by his family. He was born in 1938 in Providence, RI, the son of the late Ralph Montanaro and Anna M. Owens. He is survived by his children, Ann Marie (David) Groover and Richard (Luisa) Montanaro. He is survived by five grandchildren, Paul Groover, Patricia Walters, William Groover, Michael Montanaro, and Elisa Montanaro. He was preceded in death by his son, Paul Richard Montanaro (1974). Mr. Montanaro moved to Calhoun, GA in 1971 where he served as President of Astro Dye Works, Inc. until the year 2000. During his years in Gordon County, he served his community as Chairman of the Gordon County Commission, Chairman of the Gordon County Hospital Board, and Chairman of the Gordon County Chamber of Commerce. He loved his community and his family passionately and donated his time and talent to many causes. He was a faithful member of St. Clements Catholic Church for 50 years where he served on various committees. He had a passion for helping those in need including animals. He rescued animals and was an active contributor to animal rescue charities. He was also a supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The funeral mass was held at 9:00 AM at St. Clements Catholic Church, 873 Hwy 53, Calhoun, GA. With Interment to follow at Whitfield Memorial Gardens in Dalton. Donations in Lieu of Flowers can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory, https://www.stjude.org/ The Brannon family and staff are honored to serve the family of Richard Montanaro.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Dec. 12, 2021.

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Rob DBA A-1 Septic Tank Ser.

November 29, 2023

I think about Dick quite often I knew him a long time.

Rob McFarland dba A-1

December 31, 2021

I'm so so sorry for the Montanaro Family's loss. I know I'll sure miss him, he was one of my best friends for over 30 yrs. I'm lost for words. R. Mc.

Bennet Alsher

December 12, 2021

I represented Astro Dye Works back in the day when Mr. Montanaro was its president and I was a young lawyer. I knew him as "Dick" Montanaro. He was a warm and gracious man, and it was a pleasure to work with him, and his son, Rich. I am sorry to learn of his passing and send my condolences to his family.

Carlene Jamerson, former Gordon Hospital President

December 5, 2021

I was very saddened to learn of Dick´s passing. He was a man of integrity, a strong businessman, an asset to Gordon county and had a sense of humor.
I pray the hole in your heart will be filled with the warmest memories.
With sincere sympathy,
Carlene Jamerson

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