Richard Curotto

Richard Paul Curotto, born on August 20th, 1968, transitioned to eternal life on May 29th, 2024.Rick leaves behind his loving wife of 24 years, Carol Hernandez-Curotto; their daughters, Laura Christine and Olivia Rose; along with stepchild, Gabe Hernandez; brother, David Lynn (Carrie) Curotto; sister/brothers-in-law, Deborah (Michael) Bordowitz and Allan (Paula) Grohnke; many nieces and nephews; his young granddaughter, Vanessa Curotto; adult children, Matthew and Karissa Curotto; and Aunt Sharon Brandenburger (Steve), Uncle David Dennison; and long-time dedicated friend, Jerome Cross.Rick is preceded in death by his Mother, Patricia (Dennison) Curotto and Father, Richard Joseph Curotto; both maternal and paternal grandparents; Aunt Ann Dennison; Uncle Lynn (Carolyn) Dennison; First Wife, Melody Curotto; and Good Friend/Co-Parenting Partner, Javier HernandezRick was a long-time employee of the Trucking Industry, and an Army Veteran during the Persian Gulf War (Desert Storm). He is remembered as an avid fan of NASCAR and Heavy Metal Music. Some of his favorite times were spent attending concerts and festivals with Carol when they were a young couple, then raising their children together. In later years, Rick enjoyed movies with his girls, dinners out with his wife, and a good backyard fire while listening to music. He experienced a lifelong dream by being gifted the opportunity to drive an actual NASCAR for Fathers Day by Carol and their daughters. His wife and their children held his entire heart.Private cremation. A celebration of life for his family and friends will be held at a later date to be announced.