Richard John "Rich" Tarpinian
Richard John "Rich" Tarpinian
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Richard passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on September 5, 2025 in Longwood, Florida.
Richard (Rich) is survived by his wife of 72 years, Marianna, his daughters Helen and Marian, his grandchildren (Marianna, Gabriella, Joanna and Anthony), his great grandchildren (Zahra(10), Quinn(7), Jazmine(3) and Arman(1)), and his niece and nephews (John, Jerry, Diane and Michael).
Richard joins in heaven with his parents (Nishan and Hripsime Tarpinian) and his son Stephen Richard Tarpinian.
Richard's passion for people, travel and cars is a legacy to all who knew him. Rich was a veteran of the Korean war for the Airforce. He worked on the aerospace industry on Long Island and was a very successful business owner of RJT Educational Training Systems until he retired to Shelter Island.
Richard and Marianna raised their family in Franklin Square, NY and for almost 40 years were Shelter Island residents. Rich served as president of the Shelter Island Lions Club and loved organizing the Scallop Dinner each year.
Notification for a Celebration of Life will be provided at a future date.
Condolences can be communicated to his family at [email protected].
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