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Richard J. Curadi

1956 - 2014

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Thursday

July

Visitation

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Cheshire

615 South Main Street

Cheshire, Connecticut, United States

(203)272-7209

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Friday

July

Funeral Service

10:00 am

Friday, July 11, 2014

Alderson-Ford Funeral Home of Cheshire

615 South Main Street

Cheshire, Connecticut, United States

(203)272-7209

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Friday

July

Burial of Ashes

12:00 pm

Friday, July 11, 2014

Connecticut State Veteran's Cemetery

317 Bow Lane

Middletown, Connecticut, United States

Committal with Full Military Honors

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Chuck Mineo posted a condolence

Friday, July 18, 2014

Oh Rich...When I reflect on our time as Warrant Officer Candidates in '87 through flight school, I recall a stalwart officer, a man of true integrity and moral fiber, one with the guts to do the absolute correct thing...every time. The Marine turned Army Warrant Officer who could out-run the class for endurance, call cadence, stop whatever he was doing to help a fellow soldier in need WHEN help was needed and not necessarily convenient, ace everything he put his mind to...and do it all with modesty, proudly, but modestly. That is Rich as I know him. I was pleasantly surprised when my son Rob ( our fellow/brother Hooker ) called me from Afghanistan to tell me that he met you there; he too, saw your tall measure of integrity. Rich, your mission is not ended. Every soul that you touched carries your example in humanity. One-line entry flight plan now My Friend...last one...straight to the Glory of The Heavens... Safe Flight God Speed CW4 (retired) Chuck Mineo

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Thursday, July 17, 2014

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Brian Eddolls posted a condolence

Sunday, July 13, 2014

Dear Mrs. Curadi and Luke, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and father, Richard. Jared told me of his passing and I immediately called my son, Ben, who was shocked and shaken to his core by the news. You extended such great kindness, support and warmth to Ben while he stayed in your home during summer goalie camps. He gave glowing reports of the three of you and said you made him feel like family. Though I did not meet Richard and yourselves, I feel the connection one feels for good people who go beyond the call of duty to look out for your kids. We are thinking of you, and thank you for everything you did for Ben, and for Richard's long and exemplary service to our country. Warmly, Brian and Kelly Eddolls

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The Cutler Family posted a condolence

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Denise and Luke, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that you have a beautiful angel watching over you. Let the love of family and friends carry you through this difficult time. Love, Lisa, Mike, Chris and Megan

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Mark Haley posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, July 12, 2014

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Mr. Curadi had a great influence over me in the time that I knew him. His lessons still touch me, actually every day. While I was in Iraq with him, we flew virtually every day in broken helicopters. We did everything in our power to make those birds fly. It was a raggedy fleet. Not only would we fly in broken helicopters together, he taught me how to work out. I have been following his hockey workout ever since. I have passed his knowledge down to people he doesn't even know since then. I have brought his knowledge to whoever would work out with me. This may not be good paragraph structure, but this man has influenced my life deeply. I may not be in the army anymore, but his guidance was well appreciated. It's a shame to lose a man like Mr Curadi. I never got to call him Rich. "Isn't hockey about the best sport ever?!"

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Herb Hyde posted a condolence

Friday, July 11, 2014

Denise and Luke I am so sorry for your loss. This past season was the first chance I got to meet Richard at an RPI game. He was very friendly and personable and I am so glad I did have that chance to meet him. He was a fine man who served his country with honor and dignity and a man who truly loved his family. May God bless him and your family. Herb Hyde

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Karen Bergquist posted a condolence

Friday, July 11, 2014

My deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. May you find strength in your prayers and with your military family. My son Matthew, CW2 chinook pilot, spoke of Rich with the highest of regards. They were tight as brothers having been deployed together. Please know that I am praying for you and may God Bless you all and to Rich- R.I.P. soldier and Thank-You and your family for your service!

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The Markham family posted a condolence

Friday, July 11, 2014

Denise and Luke, we're so very sorry for your loss. We know Rich was the rock that anchored your lives, but we also know the strength he shared with you both will see you through this and support you always. You are all in our prayers. Charlene, Bob, Nick and Melanie

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Peter Gedrys posted a condolence

Friday, July 11, 2014

From all the members of Lunchtime Hockey at Yale: Our deepest condolences to Denise and Luke. We'll all miss Rich on the ice, on the bench and in the locker room. People like Rich and his brothers in arms are the reason we sleep well at night. A great American.

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CW4 (RET) Kelly D Gulker posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Curadi Family, My deepest sympathy to you all in losing Richard. I went thru flight school with Richard in the mid to late 80’s. He was a great leader to many in our flight, his prior service and mentorship thru that time served many others and me. He had a wonderful sense of humor; we shared many, many laughs together. I wish I were not so far away, I will miss Rich and regret I cannot be there to offer my condolences to you in person. A great person just left our country. Bless you all. Kelly Gulker

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Steve Hetherman posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Dear Denise and Luke, I was deeply saddened to hear about Rich. I just spoke to him last week about the upcoming hockey season. He was a pillar of strength, a wonderful resource, and cared about teaching players to do the right thing. I will miss him. With Sympathy, Steve

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Madison Marzario posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Luke and Curadi Family, You will all be in my thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time. I pray for strength and peace for all of you. Madison

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Vanessa Scienze posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

I had the absolute honor of having Rich Curadi as my uncle. As heartbroken as I am for the tremendous loss to our family, the leadership, inspiration, strength, support, love, kindness and dedication he showed to his family and his country will forever remain an inspiration to us all. The love, understanding and true best-friendship he demonstrated towards my Aunt Denise touched my heart since childhood. Theirs was a love that few are lucky enough to experience. They supported each others dreams and goals and together truly were a "team." Their love produced my amazing cousin Luke, to whom Rich was the epitome of a perfect roll model, mentor and coach. So I thank you, so truly Rich, for your selfless service defending our freedoom; For being an outstanding roll model; For bringing my dear Aunt such happiness and love; For being a fantastic Dad to my cousin; For being an all around nice man and for the hockey puck all those years ago!

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Mark and Christine Tripp posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Our hearts go out to you and you family during this difficult time. He was a great friend and co worker. The AASF will not be the same without him. He will be missed.

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Paul DeVincenzo posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

I am proud to say I served and flew with Rich "Crunch" Curadi over in Iraq in 2009. Rich was a great American who will be missed by many. This has to be quite a shock to many. I will always remember how Rich always proudly updated us on his son's many hockey achievements. Both father and son had much to be proud of! Godspeed to you Rich at your new ice rink in Heaven!

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Cody James Borowski posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Dear Mrs. Curadi and Luke: I am so sorry for your loss and wish I could be there to tell you in person. I am away for the summer teaching youth Hockey with the “Planet Hockey” organization. Coach Curadi made me want to be a better skater and a better hockey player. I will always be grateful for the lessons he taught and his encouragement that I could, in fact, do better. Each time I go on the ice this summer, I will think of my Coach, say a little prayer of thanks for the time I spent with him, and do my best and try to coach as well as he did. Thank you Coach. Cody James Borowski Cheshire RAMS #20 Class of 2014

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Brian and Tanya Fulton posted a condolence

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Dear Denise and Luke - Please accept our sincere condolences at the passing of your wonderful husband and father. Wish we could be there to give you both a big hug... Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love, Tanya, Brian and Travis

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Helen and Ewald Kasdorf posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Dearest Denise and Luke, We are so very very sorry for your loss. We have been thinking of you all week and our love and prayers we send to you. May you feel comfort at this time. We love you, Helen and Ewald

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Giovanni Lenoci posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Riccardo Curadi that what i called him my super stallion it was a mouthfull for me i know him since he came in the CTARGD. I was shoked to ear that sad news i seen him at the hangar the month of May. i have flown with him many times great pilot that made you feel safe every time that you flown with him. i will miss him and i ill keep him in my prayers. I am sorry for Denise and Luke you will be missing a pillar in your life but life goes on and the memories remain deep in your harth for eternity. My entire family Jennifer,Erika Jessica and pauline wish you the greatest sorry. Gio Lenoci

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The DeVito family posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Dear Denise and Big Luke, our family is very sorry on the passing of Rich. Rich was a great man and a greater American, always going the extra mile for his people, a true hero. God Bless your family Love the DeVito's

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Judy Kevin and Jake Wood posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Dear Denise and Luke, sending so much love your way, the Wood family was so sadden of this news of Rich`s passing. Please know we keep you both close in our thoughts and in our prayers. Sending big big hugs.

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Jim, Maureen and James Redman posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Dear Denise and Luke, Absolutely devastating news about your beloved Rich. We can only imagine the flood of emotion and sorrow you are all feeling. Our thoughts are with you in preparation for the celebration of his honorable life. With Love, The Redmans

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Dick and Maureen Niles posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Dear Denise and Luke: We wish we were close to you to give you a big hug today. We were fortunate to meet Rich several times last year and we will miss seeing him at the hockey games this year. Our sincere sympathy to you and Luke. Sending our love at this time. Maureen and Dick.

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Mike Sadeghpour posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Luke, Our prayers are with you and your family. RPI 85'

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Nigel Peers posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

It is very sad to hear this news about Coach Rich Curadi. We didn't get the chance to know him personally but could tell from this past Connecticut RiverHawks tryout for Midget Minor that he was very passionate about hockey and that our son was going to learn a great deal from him this upcoming hockey season both on and off the ice. Our thoughts and prays go out to the Curadi family at this time. With our deepest sympathy, The Peers Family

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Wednesday, July 9, 2014

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Shari Niles posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Dear Denise and Luke, Our hearts break with yours in the loss of your loving and brave husband and father. Rich was blessed to have you both in his life as you were to have him in yours. Luke, your Dad will always live on in you and he was so terribly proud to have you as his son. Thinking of you both and sending our love and prayers during this most difficult of times. Shari, Phil and Esmee

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Tuesday, July 8, 2014

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SSG William M. Clark (Ret.) posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

I was deeply saddened by the news of Richards passing. I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to Denise and Luke. I first met Richard nearly 20 years ago at 2/126 Aviation Regt. and from the moment we spoke there was some connection. He was a true soldier, genuine, honest and compassionate toward his fellow soldiers. I believe others saw the same in Richard. I will always cherish and remember those good times.

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Tuesday, July 8, 2014

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