Richard was an Officer with the Rockford Police Department for almost 20 years before moving away from the snow to sunny Florida.
Richard is preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Laura Teresi Cicero, and sister, Carol Cicero; and he is survived by his loving children, Tina Kirschman (Glen) and Michael Cicero; grandchildren, Aerianna, Anthony (Lauren), Karena, Lauren, and Sarah; great-grandson, Crossfeccio Cicero Walters; sister, Joann Sherritt; nephew, Nicholas Gartman; niece, Julie Gracyalny (Aaron); and the devoted mother of his children, Joan Cicero.
He will be remembered for his love for all animals, especially his dogs.
Richard will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery with his parents and sister.