Obituary of Richard J. Ricco, Sr.

Richard J. Ricco, Sr. of Hopatcong NJ passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2020 at home. He was 70 years old. Richard was born on June 24, 1949 in Jersey City, NJ to the Late Vincent & Frances (nee:Caroselli) Ricco. Richard was a veteran on the United States Army National Guard and served as a Sergeant.He was activated during the Newark, New Jersey Riots. Richard was employed in the trucking and sanitation industries for many years before retiring. He enjoyed hunting, trucks, cars, playing cards and visiting casinos. Richard is survived by his wife, Ann Marie Ricco, children Richard J. Ricco, Jr., Suzanne Taylor and her husband Robert and Lorianne Davis and her husband Dan. Grandchildren Richard "RJ" Ricco, Casey Davis, Michael Ricco and Molly Davis. Nephews Vinny Ricco, Chris Ricco and Marc Ricco. He is predeceased by his brother Vincent Ricco. Also survived by his sister-in-law Barbara Ricco. Out of an abundance of love and due to the restrictions of "social distancing" Richard's services are being held privately at this time with a memorial service to be held at a later date.