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Richard Trombetta Obituary
Richard "Dick" N. Trombetta, age 85, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2014, at Pleasant Ridge Manor-West.
He was born in Erie on May 21, 1929, son of the late Peter and Cecelia Trombetta.
He graduated from Cathedral Prep and played on the basketball team. He went to St. Bonaventure University. He worked for the PA Railroad, as a braker. Dick and his father opened a barbershop together in the 1950's. Dick was the founder and owner of Trombetta's Fine Furniture. It was a family owned and operated business for 45 years. He was an avid golfer, and resided in the Lakeshore Country Club Community until his retirement. He loved thoroughbred horse racing and owned several over the years. Dick and his wife Shirley retired to Hutchinson Island, Florida, to enjoy the sunshine.
Dick is survived by this loving wife of 65 years, Shirley E. Trombetta; four children: Richard A. Trombetta (Marybeth), of Philadelphia, Pa., Sherry Griffo, of Naples, Fla., Cindy Horner (Dennis), of High Point, N.C., Shelly Miller (Rusty), of Erie, Pa.; ten grandchildren: Tara Greene (John), Tamra Mucci (Scott), Troy Trombetta (Kayla), Tina Flick (Jonathan), Torie Downs (Jeremy), Paula Dunn (James), Annie Griffo, Jason Tomczak, Jen Acken (Jason), Shannon Miller, and eleven great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by them all.
Per Dick Trombetta's request, services were held private to the family. Arrangements entrusted to the Burton Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 602 West 10th St., Erie.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Trombetta
Mario DiVincenzzo
July 29, 2023
Great guy played golf with him many times at JBC.
Bryan and Angela Fels
September 11, 2014
Our deepest sympathies to the Trombetta family on the loss of your husband, father and grandfather..Mr. Trombetta had the greatest smile, and it was always a joy to see him. We pray that time will heal your sorrow, and leave you all with the best memories of your time with him.
Marilyn Marszalek
August 15, 2014
John just showed this to me. I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Marilyn and John Marszalek
Kathleen Johnson
August 12, 2014
It's hard to imagine such a significant life force is now gone. Ever the consummate gentleman; a fascinating and colorful story teller; and a caring friend....you will be missed. My thoughts and sympathies go out to Shirley and the family.
Mary McCarthy
August 8, 2014
To Shirley and Family, my sympathy on Dick's passing. It was a pleasure to have known him & to have been business neighbors on 8th St. Mary Fabrizio McCarthy
Kyle Murray
August 7, 2014
Uncle Dick had the best personality and it touched everyone around him. I remember him fondly and thoughts and prayers are with Aunt Shirley and family.
Love always,
kyle
Turney and Darlene Booth
August 6, 2014
Sorry for your loss.Dick was a special man and will be missed.
Louise and Joe Borawski
August 6, 2014
We would like to extend our warmest sympathies to Shirley and family - you are all in our prayers. With Love,
Chanel Cook
August 6, 2014
Dear Rick, Mary Beth, and Family:
Some of my Saturday mornings as a kid were spent in Trombetta's Fine Furniture. Mr. Trombetta was always so friendly and always displayed a happy smile. He knew my mom would be in the store for what seemed like an eternity,so he always offered candy or a beverage. Ever the consummate professional, the customer (even the kids) always came first. I will always appreciate his hospitality and will keep your family in my prayers.
Kind regards,
Chanel Cook
August 6, 2014
Shirley and to all the family, Peter and I are so sorry for your loss. He was always such a gentleman and always had a smile on his face. Peter and I always enjoyed coming in to your store. We know Dick will be missed so much by his family and friends. Fondly, Peter and JoAnn Lyons
August 6, 2014
Dear Shirley,Rick and Marybeth,Sherry,Cindy and Dennis, Shelly and Rusty,
We are very sad to hear of the passing of Dick. You have our very Deepest Sympathy. We know he was a wonderful husband and father. We remember Dick as our neighbor for 22 years when we lived in Lakeshore and as a good friend as well. Even with our many dealings with him in Trombetta's Fine Furniture Store his integrity, honesty, and knowledge in the furniture business was the best. He was a wonderful person to work with while decorating our home as well as our Rehab Hospital LEIR. He really was very knowledge able in his business.
Since we moved to California we did not fine any one in the decorating and furniture business as knowledgeable as Dick was, we certainly miss him. We will always keep Dick in our payers and knowing that he is now at peace in his new world with his mother and father. May God be with all of you in this time of sorrow.
Love to all of you,
Good neighbor and friend
Urban,Rosalie, David and Brian LaRiccia
PS: please keep in contact with us:
Email address: [email protected]
Sherry Griffo
August 6, 2014
How do you say goodbye to your rock! I love and miss you so much.
Tom and Ann Burger
August 5, 2014
Shirley and Family: Ann and I offer our sincere sympathy to you. We missed you both when you moved from Jensen Beach Club. Your "corner by the pool" hold many fond memories of conversations shared with you both. Also you certainly had the "champion suntans" at JBC. Dick sure had a full and wonderful life and may all of you find a special comfort in the memories you all shared as a loving family. Tom and Ann Burger JBC 101-F2.
Ann Griffo
August 5, 2014
For the one man I looked up to, the one man that made me believe, the one person I have never doubted, my grandfather. My heart is heavy for I have lost the only man that made me still believe in the true meaning of a gentleman. You have showed me through loving grandma Shirley, your children and grandchildren what it feels like to be loved unconditionally. Thank you for instilling the values and morals of you,within my mother, so she may pass on your kindness, compassion, and empathy to myself and Paula. We will cherish the man you were and are for the rest of our lives....
Arleen Trombetta
August 5, 2014
Dear Shirley & Family
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely Arleen Trombetta
Sherry Griffo
August 5, 2014
How do you say goodbye to your rock! Love you and miss you so much.
Mike Lorei
August 5, 2014
Sherry, Paula and Annie: My sincere sympathies on your loss. I hope that fond memories of your Dad and Grandfather may help you through this difficult time.
Donald Waltz
August 5, 2014
Knew Dick and his dad for many years living on 1100 block of Buffalo road. Sorry for the loss.
Don Waltz
MaryBeth Trombetta
August 5, 2014
To my husband Rick my wonderful mother-in-law Shirley and my sisters-in-law Sherry, Cindy and Shelly. I had the pleasure not only to be a daughter-in-law but an employee of the finest family owned furniture store in Erie. He always kidded me saying "I was his favorite daughter-in-law". I pray that you will get passed the sorrow and remember all the wonderful memories we all had with Dick. He is now at peace and in the care of our heavenly father.
Bob and Carolyn Carlson
August 5, 2014
Dear Shirley and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you on the passing of Dick. We have such great memories of him as one of our tennis buddies. He was a great guy and a true gentlemen. Our love to all.
MaryBeth Trombetta
August 5, 2014
To my Husband Rick my wonderful Mother-in-law Shirley my sisters-in-law Sherry,Cindy and Shelly.I had the pleasure of not only being the daughter-in-law but an employee of the finest family furniture store in Erie,Pa.He always kidded me saying "I was his favorite daughter-in-law". May we all see past the sorrow and remember all the wonderful memories we all had with Dick. He is now at peace and in the care of our heavenly Father.
August 5, 2014
Great guy great smile always made you feel great..
Rick and Mary and the entire family may God bless Dick and your family.
Pete and Joan Petruso
John Copple
August 4, 2014
My deepest sympathy to one of the finest families in Erie. Dick was a funny person with a smile for anyone that came in contact with him. A great person that will really be missed. My prayers to all.
Paula
August 4, 2014
The most wonderful and amazing man I have known. I am so lucky to have known him and even more blessed to call him grandpa. He will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Dennis Horner
August 4, 2014
My hero. A great man in every way. My father in law who raised great children along with his great wife Shirley. Thank you and bless you.
Maureen Longo
August 4, 2014
Dick's spot at the pool seems so empty. It will always be his spot. I also miss him at the Friday Bingo.
Tom & Mary Murosky
August 4, 2014
Dear Trombetta Family, Our deepest sympathy to your family on the passing of your Dad, you are in our thoughts & prayers. Sincerely,
Phyllis Zimmer
August 4, 2014
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
kirk zimmer
August 4, 2014
im very sorry for your lose prayers for the whole family
Paul Tate
August 4, 2014
My condolences to the Trombetta family. My mom did a lot of business with Dick's furniture store over the years and I always enjoyed visiting it. He was a real gentleman and a great business man. Prayers for the family during this time of sorrow.
Peggy Rogers
August 4, 2014
My dearest Trombetta family,
What a tremendous loss, I am so saddened to learn of his passing. Great fun/fond memories riding in the Lincoln with the furry rugs for one. Much love to all, Peggy
Pete/Jan Juntunen
August 4, 2014
Shirley and family... so very sorry to hear of Dick's passing... he was such a wonderful gentleman at the pool... we miss you both!
Irene and Jerry Campbell
August 4, 2014
It was our pleasure to have known Dick for many years at the Jensen Beach Club in Forida. He always had a nice smile whenever we met. We missed Shirley and Dick when they moved. God bless his family and may God's peace be with you all.
BARB GROSSETT
August 4, 2014
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our condolences.
Barb (Mehl) Grossett and Marilyn Mehl
Peg & Corky Schloss
August 4, 2014
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.
August 4, 2014
Shirley and Family
You have our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry we could not be there personally with you. Our friendship goes back many years. Dick had a wonderful family and we know he will be missed terribly. But just know that he is at peace now. Our prayers are with Dick & you.
Gary and Barbara Esper
Bill Arnold
August 4, 2014
Our deepest sympathies to the Trombetta family. I will never again hear "Raindrops" without thinking of Dick.
Bill & Pam Arnold
August 4, 2014
Dear Shirley,Rick,Mary Beth, and family: Our deepest condolences for your loss. Lots of great memories we all had together. Love Linda& Bob O'Malley.
Louis Agostini
August 4, 2014
Rick, Shirley and all the Trombetta family: My deepest sympathy on Dick's passing, he was one of a kind. He is in our prayer's.
Louie & Marilee Agostini
Don and Leslie Cramb
August 4, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mario & Barbara DiVincenzo
August 4, 2014
Shirley, I enjoyed playing golf with Dick.
Always remember the good times.
Alan & Patty Tomczak
August 4, 2014
Dear Shirley and Family,
We are saddened to hear about Dick's passing. He was always so friendly and pleasant to everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rest in Peace Dick.
August 4, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the whole Trombetta family. I remember playing golf every Sunday with Jim Long and Dick at LSCC.Many fond memories.
Bob Gloekler
Daytona Beach, Fla.
Joe Podufal
August 4, 2014
Mrs. Trombetta and Family,
Please accept my condolaces on Dick's passing.
Dick was a friend of my Father and Mother, Pete and Betty Podufal. He golfed with my Dad, Carl Barthelson, Joe Shary, and many more of his friends at Lake Shore. He also played in the Turkey Shoot on Thanksgiving morning braving the snow and cold.
I was fortunate to play with Dick also. I'll always remember his friendly, happy attitude on life.
I pray that you find peace in your heart in his loss. He was a very fine gentleman.
Maureen Balsiger
August 4, 2014
I am so sad for you all. Mr. Trombetta was always so nice and had a great sense of humor. Even when I hit the cement sign at their house! I will include you all in my prayers.
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