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Richard Spezzaferro Obituary
Born in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Gaetano and Teresa (Musto) Spezzaferro. He was a graduate of Somerville High School, a US Air Force veteran and a retired manager with United Parcel Service (UPS).
He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Milkman) Spezzaferro and his children, Riccardo Spezzaferro, Dean Spezzaferro, Debra and her husband James Milkman, Alyssa and her husband John Bourque and Jessica and her husband Christopher Ring and seven grandchildren: Dustin, Elizabeth, Arianna, Jadyn, Shaela, Jake & Gabriella. Also surviving are 2 brothers: Guy and his wife Rosemarie Spezzaferro and Paul and his wife Ellen Spezzaferro, two sisters: Janet and her husband Walter Ronayne and Linda and her husband Stephen Schwarz, numerous nieces and nephews and his beloved dog "Gedeon".
Visitation will be held from 2-8pm Wednesday at Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 40 MacArthur Blvd., Bourne. Burial at the Massachusetts National Cemetery will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to a Humane Society of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Spezzaferro
Mike Doyle
December 14, 2019
Worked with Dick in Watertown & Shrewsbury. Really nice guy. Cannot believe it has been nine years.
JOHN Aguiar
December 14, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Carol Milkman
January 7, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. His welcoming spirit and big heart and bear hugs will be greatly missed.
Bill Galligan
January 3, 2011
We are very sorry to hear of Spezz's sudden passing. In the time we worked together in Worcester you could count on him to share his knowledge with you and be there when you needed him; both at work and on the course... Rest in Peace.
Bill & Lenore MacWade-Galligan
Rose Fresolo
December 26, 2010
Barbara,I am so sorry to hear about Dick,he was a very special person and great to work with.
Gary Perugini
December 24, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Richard's passing and regret that we all lost touch as we began our families. I remember him during our visits to Sommerville or when the family came to Pittsfield. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
John Aguiar
December 23, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
December 23, 2010
Barbara, I was so sorry to hear about Dick. Jimmy told me about it, I am not sure if you remember me, but Jimmy and I went to your house to get the boat. You and Dick made me feel very comfortable. He was a very nice man, and that will live in you forever...Betsy
Mike Doyle
December 22, 2010
Barbara, so sorry to about Dick`s passing. We car pooled when we worked in the Hub. I know what you are going through as i lost my wife this past October.
Mike Doyle
Salem,Ma.
December 22, 2010
Richard was a wonderful cousin, always laughing and ready to have fu;n; I remember spending summer vacations in Somerville with all of my cousins and just having a helleva time. He taught me to play
cribbage. Even though we didn't see much of each other during our elder years I will truly miss his presence and good nature. Louise Procopio
Robert Gaddy
December 22, 2010
Working with Spezz in Worcester made going to work almost a joy. There was never a day that he wasn't smiling. What an addition to Heaven! I wonder if he is giving "feeder instructions". Joyce and I send our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Ray Paquin
December 22, 2010
my prayers to the family and friends of Dick. I had the pleasure of working with "Spezz" at UPS in Worcester for several years. He always could bring a smile or laugh to the room.
Kenny Russell
December 21, 2010
I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I worked with him at the Worcester Hub at UPS. He was a great guy. He will be missed.
Bob Kuindersma
December 21, 2010
To the Spezzaferro Family
My deepest sympathy during this difficult time
I had the pleasure of working with Spezz for most of my UPS career. He was one of kind who would always be willing to do what ever was needed help his fellow UPSers. I will not forget Spezz. May the memories of Dick keep you strong.
God Bless
December 21, 2010
Richard was a gracious wonderful man. He always invited me to come to the cape and go fishing with him. I'm sorry I never took him up on it! Marc A. Procopio Lenox, Ma.
John Hogan
December 21, 2010
Sorry to hear of Dick's passing. I worked with Dick at the Watertown and Worcester UPS terminals. Our prayers are with his family.
John Hogan
David Spezzaferro
December 21, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your loss,God bless Richie Spezz and your family.May he rest in peace.
Richard Connolly
December 21, 2010
Very sorry for your great loss. Worked with Dick in the Worcesster Hub in the early 70's and he made the time I spent there worthwhile.
Amy
December 21, 2010
Barbara & Family,
It is said, they only take the best. Dick is now at peace, there is no more pain for him. He is in a place we can only dream about. I am sure he is with Greg and the rest of the family up there. Have to believe that. Love you.
G H
December 21, 2010
I only met Mr. Spezzafferro a couple years ago and had the pleasure of spending a few weekends at his house on the Cape. In the brief time i knew him I came to like him the minute I met him. He was caring
Cyndee Schartner
December 21, 2010
Barbara, so very sorry for your loss, thinking about you and the family. He is a wonderful man and was a great friend to my dad. Our heartfelt sympathy.
Arthur & Suzan Boucher
December 21, 2010
Barbara,
Sue and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Spezz. I saw him this year at the UPS golf tournament. So many great memories came back of us working together at UPS. We send all our love and prayers to you and your family.
December 21, 2010
It was always fun and exciting to have the Boston Boy's and thier families come to Pittsfield for a visit. We will miss Richard very much....what a great guy!
David and Joan Wixsom (Pittsfield, MA)
Nancy Humphrey
December 21, 2010
We are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of cousin Richie. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Nancy (Spezzaferro) and Wayne Humphrey
Jim&Jeanne Scott
December 21, 2010
Barbara, very sorry to read about Dick;s passing ,He was a great guy and a great person raising our grand daughters Alyssa & Jessica.God Bless you and your family
Jim & Jeanne Scott
paul kubiak
December 21, 2010
spezz, team mate at ups,golf partner,and a close friend.will be missed by all.enjoy your reward, you earned it....your pal....paul kubiak...may god be with you
Nicole Ryan
December 21, 2010
Uncle Ritchie, Even though we did not see each other all the time, you were a big part of my life when I was growing up. You will be missed dearly. Give the family big hugs and kisses for me in Heavan!
paul kubiak
December 21, 2010
spezz,great team mate,excellent partner at golf and mostly a great friend...you will be missed by your family and your many friends.you earned your reward spezz,rest in peace.....paul kubiak
paul kubiak
December 21, 2010
spezz was an excellent team mate at work,an excellent partner at golf and most importantly he was a great person.you will be missed not only by your family but also by your many,many friends.i'm proud to be able to say i was one of your many friends.you earned your reward spezz, rest in peace....paul kubiak
Robert Fulton
December 21, 2010
I have the fondest memories of SPEZ and our times at UPS. His humor and candid way will always etched in my memories of a good friend. God bless the family and our prayers to them
December 21, 2010
SPEZZ, A GREAT TEAM MATE AT U.P.S. AND ON THE GOLF COURSE. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,YOU HAVE EARNED OUR FINAL REWARD. THX FOR BEING A GREAT FRIEND AND PARTNER.REST IN PEACE SPEZZ....PAUL KUBIAK
Stanley Mikoloski
December 20, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Dick's death. I worked with "Spezz" for many years in Worcester with UPS. Dick was always professional, honest and caring. I will keep him in my prayers. God Bless Dick and his family.
The Staff of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home
December 20, 2010
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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