Robert L. Ricciotti

Ricciotti, Robert L. age 81 of Randolph, NJ passed away suddenly Tuesday January 13, 2026 at Morristown Medical Center. Born and raised in Dover, NJ Bob was a lifelong Morris County resident.

Son of the late Pasquale and Enrichetta (nee Ertasi) Ricciotti, Bob was a graduate of the Dover High School class of 1963. He had proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, Bob earned his Bachelor's Degree in the Arts from the School of Visual Arts in New York City, later receiving his Master's degree in Fine Arts from Montclair University.

A talented, award-winning artist, Bob had a long career in the Arts, as well as being a Art Professor at Morris County Community College until his retirement. Bob was a member of several Art Associations throughout the area as well as a member of the Arts Student League of New York. Currently Bob was an Antique Dealer, focusing on rare books, vinyl, and art at the Mill in Lafayette, NJ.

Bob loved spending time in the outdoors, hiking, fishing as well as his many trips to Hedden Park and camping with his wife in the Catskills. He also enjoyed spending time with his friends, hunting for antiques and vintage books.

Bob was predeceased by his brothers Frank, Nick, and Vincent as well as his sisters Amelia Toscano and Mafalda McCafferty. Survivors include his beloved wife of fifty-eight years and high school sweetheart Mary Ann (nee Smith) Ricciotti, his son Vincent Ricciotti and his wife Jennifer Thomas, his sisters Nancy Miller and Mary O'Dwyer, his many nieces, nephews, and friends as well as his cherished cats Lulu and Ceasar.

Memorial visitation will be held Tuesday January 20, 2026 from 10 AM till Noon in the Smith-Taylor-Ruggiero Funeral Home One Baker Ave. (Rt. 46) Dover, NJ 07801. Private cremation services were held at the convenience of the family. Online condolences through www.smith-taylor-ruggierofuneralhome.com