Richard Gary Calabro

He is survived by his wife Charleyne Calabro; children Lori Murphy (Jim), Lesli Brodner (John), 6 grandchildren, Colin (Hayley), Caleigh, Jake (Paige), Sam, Cara, Hannah; 3 brothers Tony, Bob (Anita), Joe and sister Joann (Jerry) along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by parents Dominick and Josephine Calabro.

Rich was born in McKeesport, PA and graduated from Elizabeth-Forward High School. Upon graduation from Duquesne University in 1963, he married Char and was immediately commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Finance Corps. He served until 1966 and received an Honorable Discharge after serving as Finance Officer, U. S. Army Personnel Center, Oakland, CA.

In June 1966, he began working with Owens-Illinois, Inc. and worked for 29 years in manufacturing, sales, marketing, and management positions across the U.S. He was President of SP Industries in Buena, NJ and then became VP, General Manager of Alcan Packaging until he retired in December, 2007.

While living in the Los Angeles area, Rich trained for and then qualified as a USFSA Competition judge of figure skating and continued this hobby when the family made their move to Toledo, OH.

Richard loved to travel with his wife, and their favorite place was Tuscany, Italy. Over the years, they shared their love of Tuscany and Italian culture with family—touring wineries, taking cooking classes, exploring historic sites, and enjoying memorable meals together.

So deep was Rich’s affection for Tuscany that, in retirement, he served as the U.S., Canada, and Mexico listing agent for To Tuscany, an Italian real estate rental company, helping others experience the place he cherished so much.

He adored his family and along with Char, made many trips to Chicago for football and soccer games, volleyball matches and golf matches to cheer on their grandchildren, attend graduations and wedding ceremonies. Rich and Char made one last move to Sandhill Cove which they love.

Rich’s motto was “Always do your best and Never give up”!

A funeral mass will be held on March 2, 2026, 10:00 AM, St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1200 SE 10th St, Stuart, FL with inurnment to follow at Forest Hills Memorial Park, 2001 SW Murphy Rd, Palm City, FL.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 or online at t2t.org.