Richard Duda

Duda, Richard
ALAJUELA, Costa Rica - Richard Lawrence Duda, 47, passed away suddenly and tragically, in Alajuela, Costa Rica, on April 14, 2025, due to a blood clot in his lung. Born in Albany, N.Y., November 21, 1977, to parents Maureen Duda of Loudonville and Lawrence Duda of Albany, he was educated at St. Pius X School and Christian Brothers Academy, Pace University and DePaul University. He served four years in the Navy, and then pursued teaching ESL in Costa Rica, where he met the love of his life, Jenny Alvarado Delgado. After their marriage, for many years he worked all over the Mideast countries as a Defense Contractor for the United States. Currently he was working via helicopter for Geodigital International. He leaves behind his wife, Jenny; and his children and stepchild, Aidan Duda-Allwood , Za'laysia Johnson, and Matias Gonzalez Alvarado. In addition to his parents, he leaves behind siblings, Jonathan Duda (Audrey Bear) and Stacey Paradiso (Paul); Uncle, Michael Nardacci; cousin, Annmarie Kelly; and also his dear friend and frequent mentor, his Mom's longtime partner, Bob Girouard. He will also be missed by his doggie pals, Luna and Buzz. He enjoyed the outdoors, gardening in the greenhouse he built, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. One of his proudest days was seeing his son Aidan enter into the U.S. Army and survive a blistering boot camp. All will miss his dry wit and insightful observations of world affairs. A memorial service and Mass will be held on Saturday, July 19, at 11:30 a.m., at St. Pius X Church, Loudonville, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, Menands, N.Y.