Tony Starnino Relation to Deceased: Friend I was friends with Kimi through Jr high….When my Dad passed Rick and Roz were so supportive to me…They help me through a very tough time and I will never forget about them…Such a great family It was nice to get back in touch with them, through The Lustgarten Foundation benefit at RIT Inn. Rick you will be truly missed As we look back over time We find ourselves wondering ….. Did we remember to thank you enough For all you have done for us? For all the times you were by our sides To help and support us ….. To celebrate our successes To understand our problems And accept our defeats? Or for teaching us by your example, The value of hard work, good judgement, Courage and integrity? We wonder if we ever thanked you For the sacrifices you made. To let us have the very best? And for the simple things Like laughter, smiles and times we shared? If we have forgotten to show our Gratitude enough for all the things you did, We’re thanking you now. And we are hoping you knew all along, How much you meant to us.
Roseanne Grana Relation to Deceased: Friend I met Roz and Rick a few years back through a mutual friend and we remained friends ever since. I am so honored to have had the pleasure of knowing such a special man and inspiration to others. He will be deeply missed. My heart goes out to all of you..so sorry for your loss. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Rob Barrett Truly a great man. In many ways a second dad to me. Some of the greatest memories from my childhood were from Duxbury Road and the Secondino’s. Heaven gained a great and funny man. Love you all.
Rachael D Clay Relation to Deceased: Friend Dad S. was a great man. I met Rick Senior in 1987 when Rick Jr. and I become great friends. They welcomed me right away. We had lots of family dinners and laughs together. I remember going to Ricks Grandmas house for dinner one night and I smelled pasta. I almost ate it until Rick Sr told me that it was not pasta and it was tripe. He thought it was so funny. After I moved to San Diego i made it a point to go visit them everytime I went back to Rochester for a visit. I love you Dad S. rest in peace. xxoo Rach
Mary Ellen Smith Relation to Deceased: friend I only knew Rick for a short time (3 years) but am blessed to have met him. We met as part of the Luau for Lustgarten planning team. He was a pure joy to be around and I loved his sense of humor. He was an inspiration for the battle he was fighting while putting a good face/smile forward to everyone. He is missed… I think no matter where you stray, That I shall go with you a way. Though you may wander sweeter lands, You will not forget my hands, Nor yet the way I held my head Nor the tremulous things I said. You will still see me, small and white And smiling, in the secret night, And feel my arms about you when The day comes fluttering back again. I think, no matter where you be, You’ll hold me in your memory And keep my image there without me, By telling later loves about me. Dorothy Parker
Laurie Barrett-Pilotti Rick was a great family friend and he always made us laugh with his great sense of humor. I am sad that he had to leave us so soon! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Joe Fiannaca Jr Relation to Deceased: Friend, cousin I will always remember Rick as a loving person with a wonderful sense of humor! I will miss him and wish Roz, Kimi and Ricky the best! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
gary snyder I’ve known Rick almost 40 years, as well as being a friend, we also played a little ball together. He will be missed. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Doug Greer Relation to Deceased: Life friend Roz and Family, In the fall of1965 I met Rick at college in Morrisville, NY and we became instant friends. I have had the priviledge to have been part of his life ever since. We celebrated children, marriages, and life in general. The main ingredient was always laughter. May he rest in peace! Love, Doug and Stephanie Greer The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Connie Silano Relation to Deceased: cousin in law, friend of the family. We will always remember your great sense of humor. Love, Connie and Silano Family. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Cheryl Marrese Relation to Deceased: Friend Rick and his family joined mine as we created our Luau for the Lustgarten Foundation to Fight Pancreatic Cancer. Once we met, our families were forever joined. Our whole family was blessed to know Rick. We shared many smiles, laughs and a few serious moments too. We were all blessed to have him our lives and he will be fondly remembered and sadly missed. I pray that he may he be greeted by many angels and welcomed into a place where pain and sadness are forgotten! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
arlene l kirchgessner Relation to Deceased: friend of sister Sandy I knew Rick as a man with a great sense of humor. Even with the fight he was fighting , he still had only good things to say…I consider Sandy as my dear friend and friends want to help you somehow. And that time and the prayers of so many who care will lessen your sorrow each day. I am so sorry, dear friend, for the pain that you bear, and the loss that you’re feeling right now. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Amy Donato Peris Relation to Deceased: High School Friend I met Rick at a YMCA dance, he was one of the nicest and funniest guys I knew. He always made me laugh, was a good friend to me, and I don’t know one person that did not like him in high school. His death makes me sad, and my sincere condolence goes out to his family. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
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Tony Starnino Relation to Deceased: Friend I was friends with Kimi through Jr high….When my Dad passed Rick and Roz were so supportive to me…They help me through a very tough time and I will never forget about them…Such a great family It was nice to get back in touch with them, through The Lustgarten Foundation benefit at RIT Inn. Rick you will be truly missed As we look back over time We find ourselves wondering ….. Did we remember to thank you enough For all you have done for us? For all the times you were by our sides To help and support us ….. To celebrate our successes To understand our problems And accept our defeats? Or for teaching us by your example, The value of hard work, good judgement, Courage and integrity? We wonder if we ever thanked you For the sacrifices you made. To let us have the very best? And for the simple things Like laughter, smiles and times we shared? If we have forgotten to show our Gratitude enough for all the things you did, We’re thanking you now. And we are hoping you knew all along, How much you meant to us.
Roseanne Grana Relation to Deceased: Friend I met Roz and Rick a few years back through a mutual friend and we remained friends ever since. I am so honored to have had the pleasure of knowing such a special man and inspiration to others. He will be deeply missed. My heart goes out to all of you..so sorry for your loss. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Rob Barrett Truly a great man. In many ways a second dad to me. Some of the greatest memories from my childhood were from Duxbury Road and the Secondino’s. Heaven gained a great and funny man. Love you all.
Rachael D Clay Relation to Deceased: Friend Dad S. was a great man. I met Rick Senior in 1987 when Rick Jr. and I become great friends. They welcomed me right away. We had lots of family dinners and laughs together. I remember going to Ricks Grandmas house for dinner one night and I smelled pasta. I almost ate it until Rick Sr told me that it was not pasta and it was tripe. He thought it was so funny. After I moved to San Diego i made it a point to go visit them everytime I went back to Rochester for a visit. I love you Dad S. rest in peace. xxoo Rach
Mary Ellen Smith Relation to Deceased: friend I only knew Rick for a short time (3 years) but am blessed to have met him. We met as part of the Luau for Lustgarten planning team. He was a pure joy to be around and I loved his sense of humor. He was an inspiration for the battle he was fighting while putting a good face/smile forward to everyone. He is missed… I think no matter where you stray, That I shall go with you a way. Though you may wander sweeter lands, You will not forget my hands, Nor yet the way I held my head Nor the tremulous things I said. You will still see me, small and white And smiling, in the secret night, And feel my arms about you when The day comes fluttering back again. I think, no matter where you be, You’ll hold me in your memory And keep my image there without me, By telling later loves about me. Dorothy Parker
Laurie Barrett-Pilotti Rick was a great family friend and he always made us laugh with his great sense of humor. I am sad that he had to leave us so soon! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Joe Fiannaca Jr Relation to Deceased: Friend, cousin I will always remember Rick as a loving person with a wonderful sense of humor! I will miss him and wish Roz, Kimi and Ricky the best! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
gary snyder I’ve known Rick almost 40 years, as well as being a friend, we also played a little ball together. He will be missed. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Doug Greer Relation to Deceased: Life friend Roz and Family, In the fall of1965 I met Rick at college in Morrisville, NY and we became instant friends. I have had the priviledge to have been part of his life ever since. We celebrated children, marriages, and life in general. The main ingredient was always laughter. May he rest in peace! Love, Doug and Stephanie Greer The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Connie Silano Relation to Deceased: cousin in law, friend of the family. We will always remember your great sense of humor. Love, Connie and Silano Family. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Cheryl Marrese Relation to Deceased: Friend Rick and his family joined mine as we created our Luau for the Lustgarten Foundation to Fight Pancreatic Cancer. Once we met, our families were forever joined. Our whole family was blessed to know Rick. We shared many smiles, laughs and a few serious moments too. We were all blessed to have him our lives and he will be fondly remembered and sadly missed. I pray that he may he be greeted by many angels and welcomed into a place where pain and sadness are forgotten! The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
arlene l kirchgessner Relation to Deceased: friend of sister Sandy I knew Rick as a man with a great sense of humor. Even with the fight he was fighting , he still had only good things to say…I consider Sandy as my dear friend and friends want to help you somehow. And that time and the prayers of so many who care will lessen your sorrow each day. I am so sorry, dear friend, for the pain that you bear, and the loss that you’re feeling right now. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips
Amy Donato Peris Relation to Deceased: High School Friend I met Rick at a YMCA dance, he was one of the nicest and funniest guys I knew. He always made me laugh, was a good friend to me, and I don’t know one person that did not like him in high school. His death makes me sad, and my sincere condolence goes out to his family. The butterfly emerges from its silken shell- Reborn, it arises, no longer bound to earth. Free at last, the butterfly glides to heights unknown before. So do our loved ones find a beautiful release as, earthbound no more, they leave our sight and joyfully rise to a garden of matchless beauty, a place of light and peace. -Evelyn Phillips