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Richard "Rich" “Spot” Bucci, of New Windsor, passed away early on Tuesday,
October 18, 2016, with his beloved companion, Sherry and his loving daughter
Tina at his side. Richard was 66 years old. He was born in Newburgh, on July 29,
1950, the son of Dominick R. Bucci and Lottie Jaroszewski Bucci. Richard was a
graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, who worked as an electrician. He retired from
Local Union IBEW 363. Richard was a loving, devoted, caring, companion, father,
and brother. He thought of others even when he was not well. Richie and Sherry
enjoyed working in their yard together and making it their little retreat. He
loved his vegetable garden and had some of the best tomatoes around. Richard
always encouraged, advised and supported his daughter Tina in all that she did.
He was proud of his son, Dominick and enjoyed his visits with along with his
wife, and hearing about all of the activities of his grandchildren. He loved
being with his granddaughter, Olivia whether fishing, metal detecting, or
listening to her play the piano. Richard was an avid Beatles fan and stopped
each day to listen to “Beatles Break” on the radio. We all enjoyed joining him.
In his younger days, Richie was in the rock band, Dutch Pop, playing in clubs in
the area. Richard is survived by his loving, devoted and caring companion Sherry
Deyo; his children Dominick R. (Sharon) Bucci, of Myerstown, PA., his daughter
Tina (TJ) Bucci of Modena, NY; grandchildren, Nick Bucci, Jessica Bucci, Chris
Bucci, Sarah Bucci, Brandon Bucci and Olivia: great-grandchildren, Cody Betz,
Chloe Betz, and Corrin Betz; his loving sister Kathleen Bucci Ortone of New
Windsor; his nieces and nephews David Ortone (Kathryn) of Brentwood, CA.,
Virginia Fayo (Fred) of Cornwall, NY and Christopher Ortone of Wallkill, NY.,
Fred, Ashley, Dominic and Genevieve Fayo, Drew and Collin Ortone; several Aunts,
Uncles, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his parents. Visitation will be
held from 5-8pm on Friday, October 21 at brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave
Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Saturday, October
22 at Sacred Heart Church. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor,
NY In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan
Counties, 800 Stony Brook Ct, Newburgh, NY
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Richard "Rich" “Spot” Bucci, of New Windsor, passed away early on Tuesday,
October 18, 2016, with his beloved companion, Sherry and his loving daughter
Tina at his side. Richard was 66 years old. He was born in Newburgh, on July 29,
1950, the son of Dominick R. Bucci and Lottie Jaroszewski Bucci. Richard was a
graduate of Newburgh Free Academy, who worked as an electrician. He retired from
Local Union IBEW 363. Richard was a loving, devoted, caring, companion, father,
and brother. He thought of others even when he was not well. Richie and Sherry
enjoyed working in their yard together and making it their little retreat. He
loved his vegetable garden and had some of the best tomatoes around. Richard
always encouraged, advised and supported his daughter Tina in all that she did.
He was proud of his son, Dominick and enjoyed his visits with along with his
wife, and hearing about all of the activities of his grandchildren. He loved
being with his granddaughter, Olivia whether fishing, metal detecting, or
listening to her play the piano. Richard was an avid Beatles fan and stopped
each day to listen to “Beatles Break” on the radio. We all enjoyed joining him.
In his younger days, Richie was in the rock band, Dutch Pop, playing in clubs in
the area. Richard is survived by his loving, devoted and caring companion Sherry
Deyo; his children Dominick R. (Sharon) Bucci, of Myerstown, PA., his daughter
Tina (TJ) Bucci of Modena, NY; grandchildren, Nick Bucci, Jessica Bucci, Chris
Bucci, Sarah Bucci, Brandon Bucci and Olivia: great-grandchildren, Cody Betz,
Chloe Betz, and Corrin Betz; his loving sister Kathleen Bucci Ortone of New
Windsor; his nieces and nephews David Ortone (Kathryn) of Brentwood, CA.,
Virginia Fayo (Fred) of Cornwall, NY and Christopher Ortone of Wallkill, NY.,
Fred, Ashley, Dominic and Genevieve Fayo, Drew and Collin Ortone; several Aunts,
Uncles, and many cousins. He was predeceased by his parents. Visitation will be
held from 5-8pm on Friday, October 21 at brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave
Newburgh. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Saturday, October
22 at Sacred Heart Church. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor,
NY In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan
Counties, 800 Stony Brook Ct, Newburgh, NY