Richard "Ric" Anthony Massarone Jr., 57, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2018.
Born and raised in Providence, a son of Richard A. Massarone Sr. and his beloved mother the late Rosemarie (Meli) Massarone. He is survived by his devoted daughter Jenniffer Massarone, his younger brother Anthony Massarone and his wife Barbara, and his most cherished grandson Julien Martin. Ric will forever be remembered as a caring and passionate nephew, uncle, cousin and friend.
Richard had worked previously as a baker at D. Palmieri’s Bakery. He was very passionate about music and played the electric guitar in local bands throughout his life. In recent years a lot of time was spent with family and friends at his kitchen table, drinking coffee while engaged in conversations of his favorite subjects; music, religion and literature. We would laugh hard then and now smile when we reminisce at his many stories. He was an amazing father, a kind hearted soul and will truly be missed.
Visitation will be held Monday, March 19th from 4-7 p.m. with a memorial service at 7 p.m. in the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence. Burial will be private.