Robert Riccio

Dr. Robert Riccio, 66, of Portland, passed away Friday May 22, 2015. He was born January 15, 1949 in Hartford the son of the late Leonard and Catherine (Kerrigan) Riccio. Bob received his Doctorate Degree from U.S. International University in 1979 and his American Board of Professional Psychology Degree in 2001. Bob was employed as a child psychologist for 26 years at the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, formerly the Newington Children’s Hospital where he was also the Director of the Psychology Internship program. He then had a private practice in Glastonbury. Bob was an avid golfer and was a member of the Quarry Ridge Men’s Club in Portland. He also enjoyed reading, mostly non-fiction and watching movies. However, his greatest joy was spending time with his family, especially his two children. Bob is survived by his daughter Calla Riccio of Manchester and his son Alex Riccio of Portland. He is also survived by his wife of 19 years and friend Jodi Domanic of Brooklyn, NY. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday May, 28th at 11 a.m. at the D’Esopo Funeral Chapel, 277 Folly Brook Blvd., Wethersfield. Calling hours are Thursday just prior to the service from 9-11 a.m. In lieu of flowers donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Cure Pancreatic Cancer, The Lustgarten Foundation, 1111 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY 11714. For on-line Expressions of sympathy please visit www.desopo.com.