Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
RICHARD KOKOSZKA Obituary
Kokoszka "Richie"
Age 63, of Bear, DE, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2008, at home surrounded by his family and friends.
Richie was born in Chester, PA on August 6, 1944, son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Shatynski) Kokoszka. He moved to Delaware at the age of 4 with this family. Richie was a real estate appraiser, broker and realtor for many years. Richie was an alumnus of Salesianum School, class of 1962. Richie was a former member of the Naval Underwater Demolition Team, and proudly served his country from 1962 to 1966. Richie was a member of St. Anthony's Holy Name Society and Prince of Piedmont Lodge. He was a former member of Cavaliers Country Club. Richie loved spending time in Wildwood, NJ in his younger years. He also loved spending time at his homes in Boca Raton, FL and Rehoboth Beach. He loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He loved having family dinners.
Richie is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 44 years, Rosemarie (Capano) Kokoszka; his children, Richard J. Kokoszka II. and his wife, Patricia, Anthony F. Kokoszka and his wife, Shannon, Micheline Kokoszka Stone and her husband, Jeffrey; his grandchildren, Jessica, Stephanie, Angela, and Francessa Kokoszka, Anthony and Marisa Kokoszka, and Jeffrey and Patricia Stone. Also surviving are his brother, Edward J. Kokoszka and his wife, Anne, and their family; his mother-in-law, Betty Capano, his wife's family and his furry four-legged friend, Gigi. Richie was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Catherine (Shatynski) Kokoszka.
Friends and family are invited to visitation on Wednesday, July 23, between 5-8 pm, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 345 Bear Christiana Road, Bear, DE 19701 where Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday morning at 10:30 am. Entombment will follow at Cathedral Cemetery, Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Delaware Hospice, Inc., 3515 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE 19810; or to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church at the address above.
302-652-5913
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD KOKOSZKA
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in RICHARD KOKOSZKA's name
Memorial Events
for RICHARD KOKOSZKA
How to support RICHARD's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor RICHARD KOKOSZKA's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
