Mr. Richard C. Pietrafesa, Sr.

Birth date: Sep 7, 1925 Death date: Aug 21, 2013

Richard Cushing Pietrafesa, Sr., of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, and Alexandria Bay, formerly of Syracuse, passed away Wednesday, August 21,2013. He was 87. He is predeceased by his parents, his beloved uncle Joseph J. Pietrafesa, Read Obituary

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Christine Sanderson

565w ago

1/22/13
I am so saddened to read of the death of Richard Pietrafesa. Sarah and Dick were my saviors in 1967 when I lived with them for a short time, giving me shelter and the warmth of their advice and love. I will always remember the quiet certitude with which Mr. Pietrafesa spoke to me. He engendered truth to me at a time where I couldn't find any truth. Most of all, I will forever be grateful to him for visiting me in the hospital at St. Mary's, something of which I never, ever expected of him and something of which will always remind me of the great and noble people of this world. God bless you, Dick, and your family, for I will remember your kindness to me forever.

Fr. Douglas G. Comstock

638w ago

Prayerful support form the Catholic Community of Alexandria
Fr. Douglas G. Comstock

M.C. Mullen

638w ago

My deepest sympathy on the passing of this wonderful man. My fondest memories will always be the many St Patrick's Days at the City Club......I hope they will get the corn beef and cabbage 'right' for you in heaven. You were a true gentleman. I will miss you.

Sid Devorsetz

638w ago

I regret that I was out of town and not personally able to extend my deepest sympathy. Indeed, Dick was someone for whom I had the highest respect. He was most accomplished and whenever our paths crossed .... affable and engaging. I am truly sorry.
Sincerely,
Sid Devorsetz

Jim Donegan

638w ago

We send out condolences to you at this sad time. He was a great person.

The Donegan Family, Alexandria Bay, NY

Lynn Mcgraw

639w ago

Dear Sarah and Family,
It is a sad day for everyone. Dick was a wonderful person and he will be missed by many people.

Sincerely,
Larry McGraw

John W. Clark

639w ago

My condolences to the entire Pietrafesa family, i remember Dick very well and the things he did for me. i was very sorry to hear of his passing, he was a great man and seemed to like and get along with everyone. I remember the Christmas parties at his house, and the niceness of the entire family,who i get to see every so often. thanks for the memories.

Sincerely,

John W. Clark

Myrna Brickman

639w ago

Dear Sarah and your wonderful family,
I just this moment heard of your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your huge loss. Dick was a truly great and kind man. My heart is with you at this time.
Sincerely,
Myrna Shure Brickman

Honey Entwistle

639w ago

Dearest " Suzy" ,Tony, Richie, Joey ,Sarah and all Dick's lovely family,
Our hearts are broken as we share your loss, but our minds are full of some great memories we will always hold dear. I had been “adopted” into the Lombardi family when Sarah and I were in college. Then, one summer, over 60 years ago, a handsome young, fraternity boy stole Sarah’s heart away. This kind and gentle boy became a cherished friend .I walked down the aisle with them at their wedding and Sarah walked with me at mine. We shared dinners at Aunt Minnie and Uncle Joe’s , stories with Aunt Louise, and ”jam sessions “with Mama Lombardi. Dick was responsible for instilling a love of boating in my children. They were hooked after their first ride in the XK Chris Craft with the bright yellow seats ! The clincher was steering The Suntamer down the St. Lawrence .The biggest kid who enjoyed it was my husband, Michael! My children say “Thanks, Uncle Dick”, for your kind and generous spirit. I say thanks dear and gracious friend .We truly have been family. Rest in peace.
Love and Prayers , Honey Andrew, Thomas, Marianna, Billy, Jamie and their families

James R. Husnay Sr.

639w ago

Dear Sarah and Family,

I never has the pleasance to meet Dick. Yet, through my daughter Diane and wife Dale what they relayed to me about Dick on an almost daily basis in their short stay of knowing gives rise for me to say, it is without doubt the lives he has touched in his life is without doubt immeasurable.

With my innermost sympathy,

Jim Husnay Sr.

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