Richard Charles Scalise

1945 - 2023

Scalise

Richard Charles Scalise (Age 78)

Passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023, with his children by his side, after a brief illness. Born in Erie, PA, in 1945, he moved to Washington, DC, to attend Georgetown University ('67) and then worked his way through Catholic Law ('70) as one of Clyde's first bartenders. Hospitality proved more attractive than law, and he moved to New York City after law school where he tended bar at the legendary Maxwell's Plum. He hung up his bartending shoes in 1973 and settled back in the DC area where he became a successful real estate attorney who established one of the largest title companies in Northern Virginia. His true passion was horses though, which he owned and raced at local tracks in the 1970s and 80s and continued to follow until his passing. He also loved cooking, helping others, and telling a good story. His big laugh, wide grin and twinkle in the eye endeared him to friends and strangers alike. He possessed a genuine interest in others which was reflected in his favorite saying, "We are all Children of God." He was dedicated to many worthy causes, including So Others May Eat (SOME) and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) where he was formerly the Washington, DC area president. Spending time with family and friends brought him the greatest joy in life - whether attending kids' games, going on trips or gathering for a good meal.



Richard was predeceased by his parents (Frank and Ann) and sister (Maria). He is survived by his children Maria (Chris Kelly), Nikolas (Michelle) and Anthony, and four granddaughters (Sophia, Ava, Lyla and Tessa).



Visitation will be held at 10:15 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 10 at St. Luke Catholic Church in McLean, VA. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations may be made to www.some.org.