Richard D. Gervasi, 61, of New Port Richey passed away suddenly on November 11, 2024.Richard “Rick” was born on July 5, 1963 to Donald N. Gervasi and Lauraine Wisniewski in Buffalo, NY. After Rick graduated from Lancaster High School in 1982, he moved to Florida and worked for years as an exterminator, and later as a driver for Coca-Cola.
Rick then moved to Indiana and worked briefly as a prison guard, and truck driver. In 1992 Rick married Kristin Herrold, and soon had Richard Jr.
When Rick moved back to Florida in 1995 to raise Ricky Jr, he began driving for Preferred Materials (formerly Keyes Concrete) working for the company for almost 30 years.
Rick loved cruises; fishing; TB Lightning; and NASCAR, especially Dale Jr, and Kyle Larson.
Rick was predeceased by his mother Lauraine, grandparents Robert and Rita Wisniewski, grandmother Irene Stallone, and nephew Tyler Gervasi. He is survived by his son Richard Jr, fiancée Anne McQuade, father Donald (Maryanne) Gervasi; brothers Ronald (Aimee) Gervasi and Donald Gervasi Jr; niece Brittney (Kyle) McDowell; aunt Carol (John) Horton and cousins John Jr, Darlene, and Tracy; uncle Dennis Wisniewski and cousins Dennis Jr, Patrick, and Michael; and “grandson” Ryan McQuade.
Services will be held at Dobies Funeral Home – Seven Springs, 8825 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey, FL on Saturday, November 16 from 10am-12pm.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an organization Rick felt strongly about. https://www.stjude.org
Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home - Seven Springs Chapel
Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home - Seven Springs Chapel
Terry Mullins
November 14, 2024, 11:11 pm
I only have a few friends and Ricky was right at the top of the list I didn’t know him all that long but he was willing to do anything to help me out or anyone else I can now he would ask where we going to eat Friday and then on Wednesday he would ask where we gonna eat Saturday he just about broke me He is surely going to be missed by not only me but a whole lot of people rest in peace buddy you will never be forgotten Terry Mullins and Barbara
Al & Jean Hill
November 14, 2024, 11:21 pm
Our deepest condolences to Anne and family. A good man who loved life and was taken to soon .We will miss you ! May you RIP 💔
Debra Basozmen
November 15, 2024, 2:19 am
Anne, I believe Rick made you so happy. I’m so sorry this happened. RIP Rick.
Kris Simon, Ricky’s mom
November 15, 2024, 7:10 pm
I have many fond memories of Rick but one will always stand out. Rick and I were admiring our new born son Ricky, a healthy 10 1/2 pound baby boy, I said to Rick “ do you think there’s too much space between his nose and his top lip”, Rick replied with joy in his eyes, “ no thats where his mustache will go”. Rick was an amazing parent from day one, gentle, soft spoken and devoted to our son. I’m very saddened by Rick being taken to soon. I do know that he touched many lives in a positive way. He will be missed by many and mostly by our son Ricky. For now Rick, you rest in peace. Love Kris
William Fagan
November 16, 2024, 1:17 pm
I only know Rick and Little Ricky from work. Rick was always so positive and peaceful, just a great person to talk to. There are very few people like him and he will be missed. I prayed and prayed for him hoping for a miracle but I guess god had better plans for him upstairs.
Celeste Iaderosa
November 16, 2024, 1:59 pm
Rick was so special Iwe have not
Known him for long but feel we have known each other for a lifetime ! We were looking so forward to blossoming
Our friendship with him and Anne! They are a beautiful couple and Rick will be sorely missed ! God has plans for him!
Michael Wisniewski
November 16, 2024, 6:39 pm
Dearest Cousin Ricky,
I have been honored and greatful to call you Cousin. You have left an immeasurable about of joy throughout your life. I remember well you said when Ricky Jr was born that he was your greatest accomplishment in life and made your life blessed as much as you have been for others. I pray you are reunited w your Mom and Grandma and Grandpa tell them I said hi and till we see one another again so long for now. Rest Easy Ricky your job is done and done well. RIP