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1938
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2017
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Albert Rich Obituary
Albert Rich, 79, formerly of Stamford passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 26, 2017. He was born in Stamford on July 22, 1938 to the late Anthony Rich, Sr. and Concetta Candelmo Rich.
Besides his parents, Albert was also predeceased by his son Michael W. Rich, three sisters, Marie "Dolly" Sarni, Jeannie Zurzola, Eileen Scarella and two brothers Alfonse and Anthony Rich.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Rich
Paula. Pia Jagodzinski
July 22, 2020
Dear pat, not easy living with our losses, they are in our heart and think of great memories.
Jim Mammone
August 6, 2017
Albert& Mrs. Rich and family, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Rich(Al) passing away, we had some good times growing up on Custer street and then in the Cove. I am sorry about your loss and may Al rest in peace.
Nick and Gerry Agneto
August 2, 2017
Patty and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about Albert. Nick and I just learned of Albert's passing. We were away. We have wonderful memories of times spent together - the last time we saw him at Willy and Diane's house, he teased me about when we went to the Fish Market!!! Lots of fun times - May God bless you and your family - Love, Nick and Gerry Agneto
August 1, 2017
The Rich Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Al's passing. May he Rest In Peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Lisa, Eddie Kopec & family
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Claire Bessinger
August 1, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family of Al Rich. With his pain and suffering now over, he can rest in peace. He will always be by your side watching and helping you through this sad time and in the future.
Keli Sorrentino
July 31, 2017
I was so saddened to hear about your loss. Al was always wonderful to us at our office at One Church Street. We will miss him!
Frank Carole Scarvey
July 31, 2017
RICH FAMILY , so sorry about Albert, our sympathy and prayers to all , may he RIP... CAROLE & FRANK
Linda Vetti
July 31, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ron Scutti
July 31, 2017
Rich family, our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We will remember Al as a good friend and an honerable man. Our thoughts are with you all. Ron, heather, Bruce, sandy
July 30, 2017
Dear Patty and family,
We express deepest sympathy for Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Remembering happy times growing up in the Cove with the Rich's as our neighbors. May he rest in peace with our Lord God Almighty.
Sincerely,
Ken and Michele Coppola Kingsley
Joseph & Theodora Tarzia
July 29, 2017
We are saddened on the news that Albert has passed on. Please accept our prayers. We will keep him in our hearts and in our memories.
Ed McCarthy
July 29, 2017
Although Al was a "transplant" to West Haven, it was always a pleasure to see him around town. He was a true gentleman and very well-versed on so many topics.
He was particularly proud of his family and his Stamford roots. Rest easy, old friend.
Dodi Reid-McCollem
July 29, 2017
Kim I am so sorry about your dad, My sincere condolences and prayers go to your mom and your whole family hugs to all of you
Louis Scarano
July 29, 2017
Dear Patty & all of the Rich family:
We are shocked and very, very saddened to hear of Albert's passing. Our hearts & prayers are with you - we know what a terrible loss this is for all of you, for everyone in the family and for all who knew him. He will always be missed and never forgotten. He was someone very special.
Wishing you all every blessing in all the days ahead.
Thinking of you,
Louie & Marge Scarano
Bluffton, South Carolina
John. Paula Jagodzinski
July 29, 2017
DEar willie and joe and family, very sorry to read of alberts passing,please except our prayers and sympathy ,Paula and John jagodzinski
Frank and Suellen Castros
July 29, 2017
Our thought and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow. Mr Rich will,always be in our hearts as a very special person with so many wonderful memories and great conversations. May he Rest In Peace. Frank and Suellen
July 29, 2017
We are so sorry to read of the passing of Captain Rich. He was my Captain at one time and a friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and all family. Bill @ Jane Avalos
Pat Land
July 29, 2017
With our sincere sympathy our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob, Pat and Chris Land
Curtis and Holly Bloxam
July 28, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Sandy Biss
July 28, 2017
A fine gentleman...I was fortunate to have had many golf games with his brother Joe as my partner,
Requiescat in pace.
Jeanne Faughnan
July 28, 2017
Pat: We were very sorry to hear of Al's passing. He was a fine gentleman and we certainly enjoyed our talks with the both of you over a few at Biagettis. You and the family will be inner thoughts and prayers.
Jeanne & Joe Faughnan
Rae OBrien
July 28, 2017
Patty & family, my prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Dr. Richard Sass
July 28, 2017
To the Rich Family, with sympathy.
Scott Sargeant
July 28, 2017
Sincerest condolences to the Rich family.
Al was a great guy and will be greatly missed.
RIP in my friend .
Judy Pucci
July 28, 2017
Dearest Patty and family,
My heart is broken for you and your loss. God's love will give you the strength you need to carry on for your loved ones. My prayers and sympathy are with you. May Al be and rest in peace now.
Sincerely,
jennifer morales
July 28, 2017
its my deepest heartfelt condolenses to the Rich family...i have no words just that Mr. Rich left a lasting impression on me. xox its a very sad day.
Cheryl Pia
July 28, 2017
Dear Jen, Albert & family.
So very sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May he Rest in Peace.
July 28, 2017
AL Was a great person that will be missed.
We shall pray for him and family.
Michael & Ann Cantore
July 28, 2017
Patty and Family.... So sorry for your loss. Al was a generous, kind man. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.... Maureen (Skidd) Ehret
Lorraine Runde
July 28, 2017
Dear Pat & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Al's passing. He was a good friend all the years we worked together at New England Land Company. We will always remember him.
Love,
Lorraine & Bob
Mike DeLuca
July 28, 2017
to the Rich family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Mary Beth 'MB' Farrell-Kirkpatrick
July 28, 2017
Dearest Pat and Family, Words can not express my deepest sorrow when I learned of Al's heroic fight and now death. I'm truly heartsick! I love this man, and always will, as I have such treasured memories of our days with our NELCO family - a fabulous team. Al helped so many and was always loyal to all. Heaven has a such special Angel who will guide you forever. You have my prayers, thoughts and God's blessings always...
Sandy & Nicole Pia
July 28, 2017
Patty & family, so very sorry to hear of Al's passing, keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
July 28, 2017
Dear Patty,
So sorry to hear about Albert. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Frank and Sonya
July 28, 2017
We were so shocked to hear of Uncle Albert's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our Love, Alan and Diana Rich
July 28, 2017
To Pat and Family i'm so sorry for your lose, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Toni Kijek Stamford Ct
Shirley Jaworoski
July 28, 2017
To my dearest friend Kim and the whole Rich family, I am so sorry for you loss. Your Dad was an amazing man and he will be deeply missed.
Robert Bowron
July 28, 2017
To the Rich Family
My family would love to express our condolences on the passing of Albert. May he rest in eternal peace.
God Bless
The Bowron Family
Paula Jagodzinski
July 28, 2017
DEAR PATTY AND FAMILY! SO VERY SAD TO READ OF ALBERTS PASSING, A GREAT GUY AND A BIG HEART. PLEASE EXCEPT OUR SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. PAULA AND JOHN JAGODZINSKI
Marilyn M Buckley
July 28, 2017
Sorry for your loss. We lived around the corner from you for 36 years. RIP & lots of great memories.
Nora Duffin
July 28, 2017
Albert & Family,so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May the memories you have always bring you a smile.
July 28, 2017
TO THE RICH FAMILY,
So sorry,
to hear of Albert passing.
To the Rich family: So sorry to hear of Albert's passing.
Michael J. Raduazzo, 192nd FABN.
Lori Sagona
July 28, 2017
Our lives and our hearts are forever enriched by your love and although we feel tremendous loss we are eternally grateful to have been given the chance. Rest in Peace my dearest Uncle Al.
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