Richard Arthur Rancilio

Richard A. Rancilio of Las Vegas, passed away Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010, at Scripps Green Hospital in La Jolla, Calif., after a lengthy illness. He was 59. He was born in Detroit, May 27, 1951, to Richard and Kathleen (Huff) Rancilio. For the past 16 years, Richard operated along with his devoted wife and partner, Karen, Grand Canyon Tour Company which grew from the "kitchen" to a staff of 25 employees. He was also employed with Harrah's as a box/floorperson for a number of years. Richard in the true entrepreneurial spirit ran junkets from Detroit to Atlantic City and Las Vegas. He also operated a taxi cab company in Detroit as well as a guard service company. Richard will be remembered and embraced for his engaging smile, integrity, humor and countless stories; not to mention his passion for his favorite sports teams, the Detroit Red Wings and U of M Football. He could be found in his favorite recliner with Mr. G (Italian Greyhound) watching any game. He was a loving father, brother, uncle and friend. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Kathleen; and sister, Rosalie Viar. He is survived by his wife, Karen, the love of his life and rock; daughters, Alicia of New York City, Maria of Detroit, and Deanna currently attending school in Mississippi. Richard is also survived by brothers, Leonard (Lucy) and Michael (Ellen); sisters, Kathleen McLean (Paul), Michelle Yankley, Christina and Julia Drost (Deano); stepmother, Christine; nieces and nephews; Patrick, Michelle, Paul, Rachel, Leonard Jr., Annie, Michael, Kiernan, Nicholas, David, Alexis, Matthew and Maxwell. Karen's son, Stephen and wife Tammie and eight grandchildren, Stacia, Tim, Stephanie, Secilee, Christian, Sterling, Tyler and Sadie will always have Richard in their hearts as he was always there for them. He will forever be cherished in the hearts of those who have had the privilege of knowing and loving him. Viewing 4-7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10. Services at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, both at Palm Mortuary, 6701 N. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89131. "Mo" you are the best!