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Eugene Rida Obituary
Rida, 77
BOYLSTON - Eugene A. "Gino" Rida, 77, of Boylston, formerly of Boston's West end and North end, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 in UMASS Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Gino is survived by his devoted wife of fifty four years, Evelyn A. (Multeri) Rida; his son, Gino A. Rida of Boylston; his twin daughters, Gina M. Greenleaf and her husband Michael and Maria G. O'Neil and her husband Michael; three grandchildren, Shaina, Michael and Nicole O'Neil all of Worcester; many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by two brothers, Richard and Freddy Rita.
Gino was born in Boston, MA, a son of the late Mary (Lattanzi) Rita. He graduated from Brighton High School and later attended Babson College and Quinsigamond Community College receiving his associate's degree in criminal justice. Gino served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Gino worked for the Worcester Police Department for 34 years. He began his career as a foot patrolman in 1964, and then worked in the Detective Bureau for many years before retiring in 1998 as a Lieutenant.
Gino was a proud member of the VFW Post and was a strong supporter to the veterans. He was also a member of the National Police Association. Gino's greatest enjoyment in life was spending time with his family.
A period of calling hours will be held on Sunday, June 16th from 3-6 p.m. in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester. A funeral Mass for Gino will be held on Monday, June 17, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 24 Mulberry St. Burial will follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. To share your thoughts and memories of Gino, please visit his personal guestbook at: mercadantefuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Eugene Rida
Pat Berberian Ordway
June 7, 2021
We remember Gino today with great fondness. His stories have remained in my heart and have been repeated many times.
Special prayers for your family today and always.
Deborah Shaw
June 7, 2020
Being 3000 miles away has always been difficult . Its at these moments I wish I could literally be closer. To visit you and other loved ones. I would bring flowers and memories.
Deborah Shaw
June 7, 2019
Nice to remember you today Uncle Gino ❤
July 8, 2014
Being without you this past year has really made a difference. I hope that you and my Dad, up there, are somehow making a difference , helping us here. You are loved, and missed. Rest in Peace, still. Love, Deborah
July 1, 2013
with heartfelt sympathy Gino, I wish I had known, so sorry for your loss, Love Beth
June 21, 2013
GINA, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. ELLEN MANISCALCO
Tina Tiscione
June 20, 2013
Gino and Evelyn: My deepest sympathy to the both of you and all your family. Please know that my prayers are with you in such a sad & difficult time.
Francis Casey
June 19, 2013
To the Rida family,
My deepest sympathy goes out to you for the loss of Gino. He was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him over the years. He had a great smile. May your memories help you through this difficult time.
Francis J. Casey
Retired WFD
WPD
Cousin Deb is here. Always was, always will be. I find new ways to celebrate who my Dad. was. Gino, Maria, and Gino... Your Dad was. A great man.
Deborah Shaw
June 18, 2013
June 17, 2013
Uncle Gino
Thanks for always being there. We will always remember our Times Together.
Love Stephen and Maryann. Rest in Peace
Muriel Ventres
June 17, 2013
Evelyn and family: So sorry to hear of Gino's passing. It seems like only yesterday when we were neighbors and having coffee together. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Deborah Shaw
June 16, 2013
Uncle Gino, you were the rock in the family. Not a one could shine your shoes. Love you always, Deborah
Paul Orczyk
June 16, 2013
Gene was a great guy always had a kind word. I had the pleasure of working with him for 25 years. Rest in peace my friend. My deepest sympathy to the Rida family.
Retired Sergeant Paul Orczyk
June 16, 2013
gino a brother police officer that I had the pleasurw of working with and a close friend that I the pleasure of knowing I will always remember that smile he always had you will be sadly missed jerry perna
June 15, 2013
Dear Evelyn ,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Lucy and Leo Piccinino
debbie stewart
June 15, 2013
my love to all...
gino rida
June 15, 2013
dad you are always and forever in my heart love your son and best friend gino
June 15, 2013
Evelyn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. I will always remember Gino as a very kind and wonderful man.
AnnaMaria Marino and family
June 15, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
susan pappas
June 15, 2013
Gina,Maria and family,
I am very sorry to hear of your dad's passing.He will always be in your heart and I wish you peace at this very sad time.
Louis, Mary, Becca & Murray Kanter
June 14, 2013
Dear Rida family, So very sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing you now have a guardian angel watching over all of you.
June 14, 2013
Evelyn and Family,
Our condolences to you and your family. May you all find comfort knowing he's with our Almighty God watching over all of you.
You're in our prayers.
Pat (Berberian) & Fran Ordway
June 14, 2013
To the Rida Family,
Our thoughts and condolences go out to you. Gino was always special in our office. He will be missed.
Dr. Bob Maloney and staff at Chadwick Medical Assoc.
Celeste Lattanzi
June 14, 2013
I am sorry to hear about Eugene's passing. I wish I could have made the trip to give each and everyone of you my condolences. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
June 14, 2013
To Evelyn and Family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Deepest Sympathies, Rhonda Vincent-Kupstas
Penny Devlin
June 14, 2013
Evelyn,Gino,Maria and Gina,,,,my heart is heavy to hear of your loss:(...may you find peace in your heart knowing that he is now an angel watching over you all.
Love Penny Devlin
Joan Beauregard
June 14, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Joe Dipilato
June 14, 2013
To Gino jr and family sorry for your loss.Your Father has always been good to me.Your friend Joe Dipilato
June 14, 2013
My condolences to the family on yhis sad day. I worked with Geno for many years. He will be missed.
retired Worcester police officer,
Hank Leone
David Ohman
June 14, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
John Scully
June 13, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow. God bless Mr. Rida and the family
June 13, 2013
To the Rida Family,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Gino. He will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Dave And Helen Murphy
June 13, 2013
dear evelyn and family, I was so saddened to hear about gino. i'am sure he is in God's loving care and with his cousin peter. love linda lattanzi
Chief James M. Gallagher (WPD, Ret.)
June 13, 2013
The Rida Family,
I was very sadden to read of Gino's passing. We worked together for many years at the Worcester Police Department. I always considered Gino a god friend and all-around "good guy". You and he will be in my thoughts and prayers.
June 13, 2013
To Gina and your family
I am very sorry to hear about your dad. I will remember you in my prayers.
Mary-June Courtois
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