About This Memory Space
This page was created for Richard Alexander Fiorelli's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Richard Alexander Fiorelli's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
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Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Richard Alexander Fiorelli. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Richard Alexander Fiorelli crafted a life rich with spirited conversations, unwavering faith, and joyful pursuits on the golf course, leaving an indelible mark on family and friends through his warmth and principled guidance.
Born in Jessup, Pennsylvania, to Armand and Josephine Fiorelli, Rich developed a personality that blended bold opinions with infectious humor. A distinguished alumnus of Villanova University, he embraced his Catholic roots deeply, participating actively in the Cursillo Community. Golf became a passion that took him to courses far and wide, but nothing rivaled the delight he found playing alongside his grandsons. Traditions like the Czechoslovakian Christmas Eve dinner held special meaning, drawing loved ones together for feasts and stories that echoed through generations.
While specific professional achievements are not detailed, Rich's Villanova education laid a strong foundation, and his commitment to faith-based communities like Cursillo highlighted his role in nurturing spiritual growth among peers.
Photos of Richard's Life
Family & Loved Ones
Rich poured his energy into nurturing bonds that spanned generations, delighting in the chatter and laughter of family meals where his cherished Czechoslovakian Christmas Eve traditions took center stage. He is survived by daughter Geri (Ed) Neu; grandchildren Taylor, Alec, Jack, and Josie; sister Cynthia (late husband Bill) Neznayko; and brother Robert (Theresa) Fiorelli. Preceding him were his devoted wife Georgie and daughter Lisa Fiorelli, whose memories he held close, often sharing lessons of faith and resilience with his grandchildren as their steadfast role model.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from those touched by Rich's presence underscore his knack for lively debates, golfing enthusiasm, and the steadfast faith that shaped his influence on family circles.
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