Frank J. Ricci

Frank J. Ricci, 84, of Worcester, passed away on Friday, June 17, 2011 in The Christopher House of Worcester. Frank is survived by two nieces, Debra Amend and her daughter Katie both of Holden, Theresa O'Brien and her husband James; a nephew, David Papagni and his wife Kathleen; his best friend of many years, Louise Skliut all of Worcester; grand nieces and grand nephews. He was predeceased by two sisters, Annette Bisceglia and Anna Papagni. He was born in Worcester, son of Sabatino and Theresa (Ridolfi) Ricci and has lived here all his life. Frank worked for Standard Paper Goods Manufacturing Company for over twenty-five years, retiring in 1983, while he was Vice President of the company. He had also worked for Bell Company as an inspector for many years. He was a member of the Greendale Retired Men's Club. He was also a member and former president of the Frohsinn Club, where he was serving as a director at the time of his death. He was a die-hard New York Yankee fan. There are no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 24, in the Carmel Section at at Saint John's Cemetery, Cambridge Street, Worcester. MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, Worcester.