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Richard Sarno Obituary
He was born Dec. 19,1946, to the late Mr. Anthony Sarno and the late Mrs. Florence (Johnson) Sarno.
Richard leaves behind his loving wife of 24 years, Joyce A. Sarno of Newmarket; a sister, whom he adored, Patricia and husband Richard Lemay of East Lebanon; daughters Terri Sarno of Ashland, Mass., Gina Sarno of Miami, Fla., Mary Louise George of Bradford, Mass., and Lynne Neary of Haverhill, Mass.; grandchildren Sarah George of Haverhill, Mass., and Ashley George and Olivia Moses of Bradford, Mass.; and nephews David Bailey of Boston, Mass., and Eric Miller of Santa Barbara, Calif.
Richard was predeceased by his nephew, Owen Miller. Richard never gave up the fight for his life.
He will forever be remembered in the hearts of his family as a brave, loving and caring husband, father, brother, grandfather and uncle.
WE REMEMBER: He retired from the U.S. Air Force and continued to work for the Air Force as a civilian. He was a member of the Portsmouth American Legion Post 6, as well as the Portsmouth chapter of Fraternal Organization of Elks. Richard was also an avid football and baseball fan.
SERVICES: A memorial service will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home, 77 Exeter St., Newmarket. Interment will take place at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery in Boscawen, with military honors. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Richard's name to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Sarno
April 2, 2009
April 2, 2009
Mrs Sarno,
I had the pleasure of working with Rick at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard until my retirement in 2005. Rick was a both a great person and co-worker. Please accept my sympathy at this time.
Dana Harrison Clarksville, TN
April 2, 2009
Mrs. Sarno and Family,
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Rick at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in 2004-2006. He was such a great person to be around, one who could make you laugh but who could also be there when you needed to talk about serious issues. My wife and I were deeply saddened by the news of his passing. I admired Rick's courage and strength to accept anything life threw at him with a smile and his willingess to fight back. I consider him a good friend and I will miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time in your life. God Bless
Rick,
Thank you for the talks and laughs at PNSY. Rest in Peace MY FRIEND. I LOVE YOU
TSgt Ray & Kristen Sanchez, Osan AB, ROK
Sabina Rene-Smith
March 10, 2009
It was a breif but pleasurable encounter meeting and knowing Rick. He will be missed.
Renee Dias
March 10, 2009
Mrs. Sarno & Family,
I had the pleasure to know and work with Rick at JPPSO-Northeast. Rick was a great person to work with. Please accept my sympathy at this difficult time. Rick will be deeply missed.
May you find peace and know that his spirit with live on.
Rest in peace Rick :)
Mark Racic
March 9, 2009
Joyce
Our thoughts are with you and the family. After many Rick stories, we could see your bond to him was both strong and devoted. Remember the good times, we will remember the laughs as you told us of your adventures with Rick.
Janet Bottazzi
March 9, 2009
Terri & Gina ,
Know that Mimi is thinking of you and understands your loss.
I remember your Dad and the happy time he had at your wedding.
Sorry that I can't be with you , but we'll plan a visit soon and remember happy times!
All My Love ,
Mimi
John Wisheart
March 9, 2009
Mrs Sarno,Im sorry for your lose.I will miss the almost weekly phone calls from Rick.
James Koontz
March 9, 2009
Mrs. Sarno,
As the JPPSO-NE Commander from Oct 04 through May 08, I had the opportunity to meet Rick many times at Portsmouth and the main office in Chelmsford, MA. He often spoke of his struggle with leukemia with great hope and optimism of the future. I, as the JPPSO-NE Team/family (Past and Present) members mourn his loss with you. My condolences to you and your family during this most trying time. May God grant you peace during this storm. Very respectfully Jim Koontz, Lt Col, USAF.
Jennifer Mitchell
March 9, 2009
Lynne,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gail Rust
March 9, 2009
Mrs. Sarno,
All of us at JPPSO-Northeast will sorely miss Rick. He was a wonderful, caring man and a great pleasure to work with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
March 8, 2009
Joyce,
I am so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was a wonderful man and we loved seeing his smile! You and your family are in my prayers.
God Bless
Aimee (from Dr. Fishbeins)
Pat & Larry Edgerly
March 8, 2009
Dear Lynne, Joyce and family,
We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Richard will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.
May each day get easier and many happy memories flood your minds.
pat copeland [nadeau]
March 8, 2009
My thoughts are with you at this time.I saw Rick quite often when I worked at the B.X. Rick was well liked by all.My love to you Joyce.
Frreddie Iacono
March 7, 2009
Rick we will miss you, fly high.
Deb Herrick
March 7, 2009
Terri,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I know how much he meant to you, and I can only imagine how much you must be hurting right now. You and Gina are both in my thoughts and prayers. Please call me if you need anything.
Kevin Bianco
March 7, 2009
Sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and family..
Paula and kevin Bianco and family
stefanie horgan
March 7, 2009
our prayers and lots are with you all.
Marek Wiszowaty
March 7, 2009
Dear Gina, Terri, Joyce and family:
Richard fought a courageous battle and it is hard to accept his passing. A little comfort is taken from the end of his suffering. My thoughts are with all of you during time of grief.
Paul and Dianne Hines
March 7, 2009
To Terry and Gina and family
We send you our heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time. Know that our love and prayers are with you.
Aunt DeDe and Uncle Paul
Jim & Donna Doyle, ANG RET
March 7, 2009
Dear Joyce and family,
Donna and I were sorry to hear of Rick's passing yesterday. We had just become aware of his relapse. But we knew that Rick was a fighter and we expected him to make it again. He was always there to make things happen for us. To help keep us together for the Pease reunions, and if someone was sick, Rick took charge. But now it is Rick's time to rest, to be at peace. We know that fond memories and pictures of happier days will help to ease our grief and sorrow. We hope that your family will now be able to rest and be at peace, knowing that Rick is not suffering anymore.
Mary Lou & Larry Hunt
March 7, 2009
We are sorry that we cannot be there to offer our sympathy and support. Please know that we will keep you in our prayers.
Carol Donoghue
March 7, 2009
Terri and Family,
We extend our sympathy to all of you at this most difficult time.
Love to you,
The Garbarino Family
The Staff of Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home
March 7, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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