He lived a full and honorable life. Richard was a United States Marine, a devoted husband, a proud father and grandfather, and a man known for his strength, intelligence, and deep sense of duty. He found joy in the simple things—family gatherings, working in his garden, and cooking for those he loved.
He was predeceased by his beloved wife of nearly 56 years, Georgia Ilardo, and by his parents, Sam and Lillian Ilardo. Richard is survived by his children, Steven (Karen) Ilardo, Samuel (Jennifer) Ilardo, Ann (Nick) Whitley, Carol (Tom) Vergari, Taber (Heather) Ilardo, and Stacy Klug; 10 grandchildren, Tim, Alyssa (Brian), Nicole, Nicholas, Christopher, Colin, Dylan, Talan, Lillian, and Emery; brother, John (Helene) Ilardo; sister, Arlene Schneider; and several nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, July 14, at 10:30 a.m. at the Parish of the Holy Family, 4100 Lyell Rd, Rochester, followed by interment in Holy Ghost Cemetery, with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wilmot Cancer Institute.
