Richard R. RECIO, 64, of Wellsville, NY, died Monday, March 30, 2026, following a brief illness.
Born May 16, 1961, in Utica, he was the son of Joaquin “Joe” and Anne Hinz Recio.
He was a graduate of Immaculate Conception School (1975), Wellsville High School (1979), Alfred State College (1981), and SUNY Fredonia (1983).
Rick enjoyed many rewarding careers, including working at the family Pepsi business, Carpet Town, Adelphia, Elexco, and Land Solutions.
Surviving are: a daughter, Katherine Recio of Rome; two sons, Daniel Recio and Mitchell Recio, both of Fairport; the mother of his children, Sarah Campbell of Rochester; four sisters, Susan (Scott) Walters, Denise (Robert) Cruttenden, , Jeanette (Peter) Haupt, and Colleen (Jeffery) Jarolemon; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents.
Rick was known and loved for his wit and sharp sense of humor. Prior to his death, he embarked on a “Rick’s World Tour,” traveling to destinations including New York City, Key West, and his beloved Hilton Head. A “100% Republican,” he adored Fox News and reading the latest on his computer. He had a love for cars (not Pintos), antiques, and architecture. He had a memory like a “steel trap,” fondly recalling family vacation stories and knowing not only the location of the trip but also the make, model, and year of the car that was driven and what he ate for dinner. He had an impeccable taste for interior design and excelled at making a house a home.
Rick extends his deepest gratitude to his oncologist, Dr. Karan Ramakrishna; his physician, Cortni Monroe-Hughes; and nurse, Kristin, who gave him great comfort during a time of uncertainty.
Friends may call Thursday, April 2, 2026 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Olney-Foust & Embser Funeral Homes & Cremation, 34 West State St., Wellsville. A graveside service will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, April 3, 2026 in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville.
A gathering to celebrate Rick’s life will follow the graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Babcock Movie Theater Preservation Society at www.babcocktheater.org.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.wellsvillefuneralhome.com.
