He was 73.
Predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Jacqueline in September,2021.
Richie leaves behind his brothers :Tim (Maureen) of Greenpoint, Brooklyn and Russ (Sandra) of Harwich, MA.
He was Uncle and Great -Uncle extraordinaire to Patrick Shannon (Danielle) of Greenpoint, Brooklyn and their daughter, Blake , and to Elaine Casiano (Mike) of Bayside and the children, Adrian (Brooke), Emily and Bryan.
Rich was a fun loving guy who lived life to the fullest. He will truly be missed by his family and many, many friends.
A visitation for Richard will be held Wednesday, February 16, 2022 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Frederick Funeral Home, 192-15 Northern Boulevard, Flushing, NY 11358. A funeral service will occur Thursday, February 17, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at All Saints Episcopal Church, 214-35 40th Ave, Bayside, NY 11361.