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Richard Bloise Obituary
He leaves his wife, Deborah Beaudry-Bloise; mother, Jacqueline Bloise; father, Richard Bloise Sr.; brother, Jeff Bloise and wife Kristen; sister, Valerie Bloise; and cats: Frances and Buttercup.
Rick was well-known in the US and Europe as a singer for the Ballbusters who released four albums and appeared on over twenty compilations worldwide.
Rick was an avid sports fan and loved the New York Rangers and was very active in animal and political causes; most recently producing a compilation CD, "Looking for Changes" to benefit the Worcester Animal Rescue League.
Donations may be made in his memory to the Worcester Animal Rescue League. Ashes will be interred in Holden at a later date. There will also be a Memorial Concert held in the fall.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Bloise
Rick Cormier
September 6, 2011
Jeff & Val, so sorry to read about the passing of your father. I know
Ricko loved you all very much.
val & Jeff bloise
September 5, 2011
I miss you brother ...
Val & Jeff Bloise
September 4, 2011
Richard Bloise Sr. joined his son Richard Bloise Jr. in heaven on August 28,2011. Father and son may you rest in peace until the rest of us here can see you again someday.
Jeff and me are inconsolable, but we have to hang on to the memories of two of the most wonderful men that ever lived. You both made us laugh, cry, but most of all you made us love you... because both your hearts were so full of love always.. We miss you Daddy and Ricky... forever..
Diane Kirk
September 1, 2011
To Ricko's Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget Ricko! I admired his love for family and his passion for music and performing. But most of all, he had such a kind, sweet and generous heart, he will surely be missed.
Dickie Wright
August 29, 2011
Deb I am sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
valerie bloise
August 19, 2011
How is it possible that you've been gone for 10 days already? I can't breath Rick, I can't sleep, my heart is ripping out of my chest from the pain of losing you.. You promised you'd never leave me, I know it wasn't something you wanted but sissy can't live without you. Please God let this be a bad dream and let me wake up and be able to call you and see you again..
Donna Bauer
August 18, 2011
A lot of people knew Rick Bloise as Rick Blaze, a rock star. To me, he was Cousin Ricky. Ricky always had his heart and his politics in the right place. He always found time to keep in touch with his family and he always went to family events and had a good time with us. I never knew how big a rock star he was until I read about him after he died. Ricky was a courageous person. He had the courage to follow his dreams and stay the course. Most of us put our dreams on hold or pursue them part time at the most. Not Ricky. He loved music, he believed in it and did it full time. Even when it did not go as he hoped, he never gave up, not even when he was ill. And in the end, whether he realized it or not, he was a star. Ricky, we will miss your politics and your big heart. You were always a star to us.
Rick on his first night at sea, February, 2011
Deborah Beaudry-Bloise
August 18, 2011
Margie Heavey
August 17, 2011
Sorry to here about Rickie. I remmber him taken good care of my three daugthers, they call him there brother. Rick allways was good to other people
Peace!
Deborah Beaudry-Bloise
August 16, 2011
This was his last "happy place" with me, in Labadee, Haiti when we went on a cruise with my family in February. I'm so glad he had that experience.
Deborah Beaudry-Bloise
August 16, 2011
Laurie Flood Nuzzolilo
August 16, 2011
May God hold You in the Palm of His Hand until We meet Again. Peace & Healing prayers to Jeff and Rick's family.
Donna (Heavey) Stormes
August 16, 2011
Ricky was like a big brother to me and I have so many awesome memories. I loved his blue mustang, and will always remember throwing snow balls at all our friends in the middle of summer. We got the snow from the ice arena. He was always there if we needed him. Jeff, Jackie, Val, and Deb my heart is breaking for all of you and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless
Cheryle Crane
August 16, 2011
Rick, Man, I gave you a lot of crap at times but you had a dream and never gave up on it and accomplished more in pursuit of that dream than many people do. I respect that. I never told you at the time but you did good. We played some crazy shows, had ridiculous adventures, bickered like some band mates do ... good and bad, I have the memories and the stories and don't regret them. We had some great moments and some amazing opportunities. I only regret not letting you know these simple truths before it was too late to tell you to your face. RIP
Daniel Redlich
August 16, 2011
My family, my friend ,growing up on two sides of America. Yet so much the same . A mirror of me . Our hearts the same . When we met we became instant friends . I spent every day after I lost contact with you , trying to find you . I now found you in my heart and the hearts that love you. I will keep you in my heart forever .. till we meet on the other side, I will meet you on avenue A. Godbless , grace and peace Jeff , val, deb and family.
Amy Drumm
August 15, 2011
Debbie, My sincerest condolences to you & Ricky's family, my heart goes out to you all. It was a pleasure knowing Rick and I will miss his phone calls to the office.
Debbie (Heavey) Wise
August 15, 2011
Jeff, Val, Jackie, Deb and the Bloise family,
My heart felt condolences on the loss of Ricky, he will surely be missed...
Debbie
Mary Winslow
August 15, 2011
To the Bloise Family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I met Rick several years ago and he was a wonderful friend to me in times of need. ~RIP~ Rick, You will be missed by all that knew you.
Gigi
August 15, 2011
Rock on, Ricky, rock on...
Mary Jane Bodinizzo
August 14, 2011
Jackie: Cathy and I wish you sincere sympathy on the passing of
your son Rickey. We know how much you loved him. You are in our prayers.
Cathy and Mary Jane Bodinizzo
Debra Young
August 14, 2011
Deb and family,
So sorry for your loss.
Valerie Bloise
August 14, 2011
Eulogy to my Beloved Brother Rickey
I was an only child till seven
when God sent you to me from heaven
oh baby boy with the sweetest face
how you suffered with you legs in braces
And then about when you were three
You run around and follow me
my little shadow when I would play
You called me Wal cause you could say a V
We'd dance to the Beatles and Rolling Stones
Oh how you loved that rock and roll
Beautiful child with a heart of gold
Little brother who should have grown old
Singer and writer, son and brother
Husband and friend, like no other
Our blazing comet, our shooting star
Loved by so many near and far
The cruelest fate has struck it's blow
taken our hearts and laid them low
Gone from us now, you've found your peace
Leaving us with this unbearable grief
Look down on us now from heaven above
And shower us with your boundless love.
Sleep well my Little Rickey......my heart.
Rick Cormier
August 14, 2011
Good bye friend. I will miss you very much. Deepest sympathies to Deb and Bloise family.
August 14, 2011
Jeff and family,
Ricko...will be missed, so sorry for your loss. With Sympathy, Dan and Celeste Firmin.
Jeff, Rick, Val
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Rick by Mom's house
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Atlantic City
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Rick and Jeff rocking out
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Valerie and Baby Brother Rickey
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Uncle Gene & Baby Rick
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Mom,Rick, Jeff
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Dad & Rick Fathers Day 1989
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Rick, Dad, Jeff
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Little Rickey and Frankie
valerie blaze
August 14, 2011
Cheryl (Linnell) Leupold
August 14, 2011
My deepest sympathies to Deb & the family.
I knew Rick way back in the day and worked with Deb roughly 10 yrs ago at Allmerica.
My heart goes out to you all.
frank
August 14, 2011
come home my son an suffer no more rip
Patty McHugh
August 14, 2011
To live in the hearts of those who love us is never to die... Ricko, you'll live on in the hearts of many around the world. We'll miss your crazy antics, scarfs, incredible stage presence and infectious laughter. You had a heart of gold my friend. God bless Deb, you're in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Giggles
Rick got to enjoy his last vacation on nephew Jason's wedding cruise. It was his last time seeing my family all together, unless you count the funeral
Deborah Beaudry-Bloise
August 14, 2011
Jeannine and Mike Merolli
August 13, 2011
Deb we are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
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