Thursday, December 27, 2018
To our dear Coach Rich. Our hearts are broken for your sudden loss. You were a voice of reason for my husband, a father-like figure, family friend, and above all a “Coach”. For my husband, your coaching started in the Iona Gael’s football team. You trained him, guided him, and built him up as a player. The coaching didn’t end there...after graduation, you became a coach who listened, who gave advice, and who encouraged him as a father. I believe this was the case for many of the guys on the team. One of many of my fond memories was a reason visit from you as you and Liz came to watch our son play football. After the game, you gave him some words of advice. He will never forget that.
We Love you and thank you.
May you Rest In Peace and watch over your beautiful family as they continue to make you proud.
Love always, Rita and Vincent Santelia
