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Richard Colardo Obituary

COLARDO, RICHARD A.,
passed away peacefully on August 25, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late Frank Sr. and Giovannina (Mercurio) Colardo. Beloved husband of Patricia J. (Ianiero) Colardo; devoted father of Marcella M. Colardo and her fiancé Ian Weininger and Marlaina M. Colardo; loving brother of the late Frank Colardo Jr.; and brother in law of Madeline C. (Regine) Colardo. He leaves behind many loyal and loving family members and cherished friends.
Richard was an International Guest Artist for Roffler. He was also the owner and operator of several beauty salons, most recently Richard's Hair Studio.
Visitation will be held Monday 8-10:30 a.m. in the Pontarelli-Marino Home, 971 Branch Ave, Providence followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. in the Our Lady of Grace Church, 15 George Waterman Rd, Johnston. Burial will follow in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston.
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Published by The Providence Journal from Aug. 28 to Aug. 29, 2021.

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Richard d colardo

January 29, 2022

dad u will always be in my heart I will be with u someday very sad u will always be my dad

Bill & Judy DeChristofaro

August 31, 2021

So sorry for your loss Patti and the girls. May he RIP. Bill & Judy DeChristofaro

Steve Heintz

August 28, 2021

Patty, so sorry for you loss! May he rest in peace!

Stacy Landi

August 28, 2021

Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep all memories in your hearts. You are such a loving family.

Nancy Nelson

August 28, 2021

Offering my sincere sympathies at this terrible time. Wishing and praying for healing of your grief and comfort. Sending all my love!

Cheryl Santaniello

August 27, 2021

During this difficult time, remember that the love of family and friends are with you. I will always remember Richard´s warm and outgoing personality. May you find comfort from your beautiful memories. God bless. With love and prayers.

Linda Votta

August 27, 2021

My sincere condolences. My heart breaks for the whole family.

Maryann Ricci

August 27, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow....sending love and prayers

Donna and Michael Ricci

August 27, 2021

Pat, Marcella, and Marlaina, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Richard was a wonderful man loved by many, and he really kept everyone laughing! He will always be watching over all of you. Much love and lots of hugs to you.

Jeanie Orlando

August 27, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to all of you during time.

The Staff of Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home

August 28, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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Visitation

8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home

971 Branch Ave, Providence, RI 02904

Aug

30

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Grace Church

4 Lafayette St, Johnston, RI

Aug

30

Burial

St. Ann Cemetery

Cranston, RI

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971 Branch Ave, Providence, RI 02904

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