Richard Peter Vono, Jr.

Vinny, you were the coolest and kindest of the small bunch I admired. I remember running g into your repair station some 30 odd years ago. Hope you find all your friends and family that have gone before you. Stay cool and kind. RIP man. Just Patty

May God rest his soul

Sending heartfelt condolences. Richie – My heart is broken. It’s hard to put into words what 50 years of friendship means. Thank you for the memories, the laughter, and the friendship that we shared. You will forever hold a special place in my heart.

My Dear friend, I will always remember all the good times with you

Richard was my best friend. He was like a son to me. We got along so well. Sometimes we would argue over the TV because we always messed it up right at the good part, and his brother would have to show us what to do—yet somehow we’d still mess it up again. Those moments always made us laugh.
In the last month before he passed, I would sit with him in bed and watch movies together. Richard had a heart of gold. There was nothing he wouldn’t do for his brother, for me, or for his friends. He often said his brother meant the world to him, and he was sad to leave him behind. That was his only regret.
Every time I would get ready to go home, he never wanted me to leave. He would say, “I love you, Judy. You know that, right?” I’d tell him yes—and that I loved him too. He would text me during the night just to make sure I was coming to see him the next day so we could spend time together. I’m going to miss those texts, and I’ll miss him telling me to be quiet—“Don’t say anything, just sit.” Of course, I’d say something anyway, and he’d say, “I told you not to say anything.”
When my husband passed away, He was right there for me too. Seeing his friends come to visit made him so happy. He meant so much to me. He lived a good life and did all the things he wanted to do—and then some. He will always have a special place in my heart, and I will always remember his kindness.
He always told me I was his angel. He would remind me that I promised his mom I would take care of him, and I did my very best. Every day, he told me “thank you” and “I love you.” His last couple of months were very hard. We had long talks, and I know that helped him. He was tired and in pain, but I tried to encourage him to keep fighting. I’d give him a kiss and a hug and tell him to try to have a good night.
His friends would bring us lunch, and sometimes we ordered out. The last time we were together, we ordered a fish dinner, and he enjoyed it so much. When he was in the hospital, I would sit with him, and he always made sure they brought enough food for both of us. He was so thoughtful.
I will miss him dearly. I will continue to be there for his brother as long as I can. I love you, Richard. May you rest easy now and be at peace.
With love,
Judy (Mom #2) ❤️🙏🏼

Rest in peace Gator.

Cousin Richie,
I will pray daily for you Richard Peter Vono and all our deceased relatives to attain Buddhahood through the power of Nam-Myoho-Renge_Kyo.
Love you Deeply,
Cousin Lisa Foti

Richie my brother, you came to me in a dream last night with your suit on and your signature sunglasses, and I know that was your way of telling me you’ve crossed over safely to the other side. I’ll never forget all the amazing times we had- from AC to Jones Beach, you created some of the best memories I’ve had in my life. It was an honor to name you Mia’s godfather, and you always looked after me like a son. You know at the end it was hard for me to get around without a car and I’m sorry I didn’t see you more often. But I’ll always hold on dearly to the moments we shared and the lessons you taught me: “Get a good lawyer and a good accountant” being one of them…I love you and I miss you. Until the day we meet again, Rest in Peace my brother!