Richard Barry Zavelli

Richard was a Memphian and an Alumnus of St. Michael School and Christian Brothers High School. He was an enthusiastic contributor to Memphis Italian Festival and a devoted employee of D. Canale and Co. Most importantly, he was a loving father and a loyal friend.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Barbara Zavelli; his brother Father Keith Zavelli; his sister, Alicia Smith; and his nephew, Christopher Metaxas.

Richard was survived by his daughters, Lauren Zavelli (Mary), Elena McCoy (Lane); his companion of 4 years, Barbara Barr; his grandchildren, Adam Sorrels-Zavelli, Charles Sorrels-Zavelli; his sister, LaDonna Metaxas (George); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Christian Brothers High School.

Family will receive friends from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Friday, February 7th at St. Peter Catholic Church, 190 Adams Avenue, Memphis, TN. Mass will follow at 1:00pm.