Anthony (Rick) Buracchio, Sr.
August 8, 1952 ~ September 24, 2010
Anthony "Rick" Buracchio, Sr., 58, of Weirton, passed away Friday, September 24, 2010 in the Valley Hospice Care Center North, Steubenville, OH. Born August 8, 1952 in Steubenville, he was a son of Dorothy P. Roupe Buracchio of Weirton and the late Joseph A. Buracchio who passed away June 14, 1999.
After 27 years of service at Weirton Steel where he worked in the Tin Mill and outside sales department, he then served as General Manager for A.M.F. in Irving, TX and Mt. Lebanon Lanes in Mt. Lebanon, PA. After returning to Weirton, Rick worked for the West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles in the Weirton office. He was a member of St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, was an Eagle Scout recipient of the Boy Scouts of America and was an avid bowler who was involved in the Youth Bowling League and was formerly active with the Weirton Jaycees.
In addition to his mother, Mr. Buracchio is survived by his wife Sharon Ensell Buracchio of Weirton, whom he married December 26, 1998; sons Anthony "Rick" Buracchio, Jr. of Parkersburg, WV, Joshua Buracchio and his wife Gina of Steubenville and Aaron Buracchio and his fianc Amanda Swiger of Weirton; step daughters Nicole Swanson and her husband Teddy of Clarksville, TN and Bobbie Jo Snider of Kernersville, NC; brothers James Buracchio and his wife Erica of New Manchester, WV and John Buracchio and his wife Alana of Morgantown, WV; sister Debra Taylor and her husband Carl of Weirton; grandchildren, Anthony III, Ashley, Geno, Mia, Hunter, Hayden, Brittany, Isabella and Brandtley and his special four-legged companion Eli.
Friends will be received Sunday from 2-7PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Monday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Dean Borgmeyer officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of Rick's family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association National Headquarters, 1301 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts are with you
Josh & Family, So sorry for the loss of your father. Keeping you & your family in our thoughts & prayers.
To the entire Buracchio Family, We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to you. Nothing will make this time of grief any easier. No words seem comforting enough to speak. Just know that we are here if you need anything at all. Rest easy now knowing that he has found eternal peace. Love, Chris Gibbs and family
I was sorry to hear of Rick’s passing. I spoke to him several times at the DMV and most recently at Pet-Agree Grooming where he brought his dog. He loved a good conversation. He will be sadly missed by many people. Rick was also a Weir High 1970 classmate of mine. Your family is in our prayers.
John, Sorry to read of the passing of your brother. My heartfelt sympathies go out to you and your family Steve klash Madonna 66
Packing up the dreams God planted In the fertile soil of you I can’t believe the hopes he’s granted means a chapter of your life is through But we’ll keep you close as always it won’t even seem you’ve gone cause our hearts in big and small ways will keep the love that keeps us strong And friends are friends forever If the Lords the Lord of them and a friend will not say never cause the welcome will not end Though its hard to let you go in the fathers hands we know that a lifetimes not too long to live as friends And with the faith and love Gods given springing from the hope we know we will pray the joy you live in is the strength that now you show We’ll keep you close as always it won’t even seem you’ve gone cause our hearts in big and small ways will keep the love that keeps us strong though its hard to let you go in the father’s hands we know that a lifetime’s not too long to live as friends
There are not enough words to describe how Rick has touched my life over the last 14 years. He was a wonderful father in law and grandfather. I truly hope that he has found peace. Tony said that maybe he is his guardian angel now and watching out for him from Heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and we love you very much
My Prayers and condolences to All of Rick’s Family. I knew Rick for many years from working with him @ AA Lanes in Steub. He was a lot of fun to work with and I know he loved his Family more that anything. He was so proud of his boys back then. He will live in your memories forever because I know you all have a lot of Happy ones.
Sharon, with sympathy and prayers to you and your family. May you find peace with the cherished memories of Rick and the life you shared. love, Penny and Mike Swanson
To Anthony’s Family I graduated with Anthony with the class of 1970 at Weir High. My condolences and prayers to the family. May he rest in the peace and God Bless All Of You. May you have precious memories.
Buracchio Family So Sorry for your loss – Jim your brother will be in my prayers
So sorry for your loss.I enjoyed talking to Rick over the years. We shared a grandson that we both love dearly. Your family will always be in my thoughts & prayers.
Ricky & I attended St.Paul’s School together. Are Mothers had a close bond with friendship and termites. Every memorial day they would plan a picnic at marland hgts pool. And each year it would rain. My Uncle Sam Monte was married to his Aunt Yula. May your memories carry you threw this rough time.
Josh & Aaron I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was my Favorite boss, He will be greatly missed. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Buracchio Family, So sorry for your loss, Rick was a big part of our lives when we were all at AMF. He was more of a family member than a boss and he will be missed. God Bless.
To John,Deb,Jim and all of Rick’s family. I had the privledge of being a member of the Buracchio family for many years. I’ve known Rick since he was 12yrs.old. He was bright,witty, and upbeat. He never let anything get him down for long. He was fun to be around, and never met a stranger. May God give you peace with his passing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Sorry John about the death of your brother Ricky. We always knew him as Little Ricky at the Brookline Playground, and how he was a little to young to play with us in are Pee Gee Ball Games, Oh how I wish we could back in time time to those good old days we have it so nice. My Dod Bless your family. Always your friend Harry Bear Caldwell
Dear Jim and Family, My sincere sympathy for your loss. Know that my prayers are with you at this time. Jim Brandolino
Debbie and Dorothy and all the Burrachio family, I grew up with Rick in the neighborhood, was in Cub Scouts with him. I remember him as a smart, funny guy who would do his all for you in a pinch. It seems like others have great memories of the rest of his life. Keep those memories in the forefront through these dark days. Best wishes to the whole family for peace and the comfort of his memory.
My thoughts go out to all who knew Rick. God Bless
Sorry we were not able to make it to the funeral home,but please know we send our deepest sympathies.
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our prayers and love are with you.
i just want to say i miss you and i love you. words cant even say how much.