Richard M. Santobianco

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. May happy memories provide strength to all

Posted by David A Doherty - HI   December 10, 2009

Judy So sorry this is so late We are so sry bout Rick when e3ver we go into the VFW his face always is what we visualize first You all are in our thoughts and prayers

Love
Marianne and Gordon Taylor

Posted by Marianne and Gordon Taylor - W#ilmington, DE   December 01, 2009

I Had know Rick for many years. He was a great person and will be deeply miss by all

Posted by Steve Andersen - Myrtle Beach, SC   November 22, 2009

I got to know "Trooper Rick" when he was the Claymont High School School liaison officer in my senior year (1979). Talked to him pretty regularly, in fact, he was an inspiration for me to go into law enforcment when I joined the Air Force right after graduation. Condolences to the Santobianco family and hope to see Dave at the CHS reunion on Nov 27th.

Posted by Jeffrey Nash - Elbert, CO   November 22, 2009

I had the privilege of meeting Rick some thirty years ago. It doesn't seem possible that we have come to this crossroad. My sincere and deepest sympathy to each of you. I know how he looked out for all of you when you needed it the most. There are no words that can be spoken at this time to give you relief. But, as you go through the days ahead, some will be bluer than others, take the time, wrap yourself in a warm memory of Rick, your beloved brother, uncle and friend.
Sincerely, Shirley Babe

Posted by Shirley R. Babe - Claymont, DE   November 21, 2009

Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Sadly, Dot and Joe Enney

Posted by Joe and Dot Enney - Wilmington, DE   November 20, 2009

God bless you and all the family. We knew Rick many years ago but have not seen him for many, many years.
We hope all is well with all of you.

Posted by John and Joanne Matthews - Smyrna, DE   November 20, 2009

Our heartfelt symphaty to all the family. We knew Rick a long time ago, but have not seen him for many years.
God bless you all.

Posted by John and Joanne Matthews - Smyrna, DE   November 20, 2009

Judy,
Sorry for the loss of your brother Rick. I will never forget the fun times we had together. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Again, our condolences and if there is anything we can do, please call us.
Paul and Kristy

Posted by Paul and Kristy McKenna - Elkton, MD   November 19, 2009

JUDY, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. He sounds like he LOVED all his family and friends. That right there says it all. Thinking and praying for you. LOVE, Kathy Herlehy - Douglass

Posted by Kathy Herlehy--Douglass    November 19, 2009

Rich was a good friend....i will miss him.....

Posted by Rudy Wagner - Bonita Springs, FL   November 19, 2009

Judi & Family,

I was so sorry to hear about Ricky. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ricky was one of the "special" guys that my Mom would say had a "good heart" and indeed he did. He was always kind and gentle and had a quiet strength about him. I knew him primarily in high school but still have many special memories of him and can still picture that slow special smile of his.

-Holly

Posted by Holly (Hession) Newton - Wilmington, DE   November 19, 2009

To all of Rick's family and friends:

I am truly sorry to learn of Rick's passing. We were brother Troopers and Academy classmates. I have very fond memories of Rick and the years we spent as troopers.
JohnTracySR@hotmail.com

Posted by John B. Tracy - North East, MD   November 19, 2009

Judi, I did not know your brother, but it very obvious to me how devoted a family you all are. I offer you my most sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved brother, and will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. With compassion, Leni (PMRI)

Posted by Leni Lunski - Wilmington, DE   November 18, 2009

When I first started bartending I always had wonderful times with Rick and Timmy. I loved walking past Rick in his usual chair and just barely touching him...he would jump out of his seat and give me the "Rick" look.

My best memory (which Rick and I spoke of for many years) was when Ernie (Pops) and Rick started play fighting in the bar. Chairs were turned upside down and both grown men holding each others throats were on the floor giggling like they were 10 years old. It scared me because I was new to the bar and I wasn't sure if this was my first "bar brawl"!

My prayers are with all of you...especially my other family, Jeff and Judi. I love you all as much as I loved Rick.

Posted by Sherri Gooch (Brat) - Dover, DE   November 18, 2009

My husband and I wish to convey our heartfelt sympathy at this time to Judi and the entire Santobianco family.

We were so saddened to hear about Rick and our prayers are with you all that you will be comforted in the love of your friends and family.

Posted by Boni (Nash) Buchanan - Boonsboro, MD   November 18, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. We served together as troopers at Penny Hill. He was a good man to work with and was always willing to help out with a carpentry project. I know he will be missed by his family and many friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ed Hill, DSP (ret.)

Posted by Ed Hill - Sun Lakes, AZ   November 18, 2009

Mike and Marta:
Our hearts go out to you. Loosing Richard so suddently makes the hurt even stronger. But please remember to always keep the joys that you shared with him in your heart.
With sympathy,
Annette and Larry

Posted by Annette and Larry Smith - Freeland, MD   November 18, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. My you find peace in knowing he is in God's house.

Posted by Kathy and Jeff Bennett    November 18, 2009

I went to school with Rick at CHS. My brothers knew him better than I did as he was their age. But I did know Rick later on in life. He was a fellow Police Brother to my husband. My husband is retired from NCCPD and knew Rick on the job. He always said nice things about Rick. I knew him from school and he was a great guy. He will be missed and I send my heartfelt condolences to his family. I am so sorry. He was so young. Joanne Marion

Posted by Joanne Marion Kwiatkowski - Middletown, DE   November 18, 2009

My heart aches for all of you. I love your family dearly. I cherish the many memories of living at your house, traveling with your family, your cousins - on and on. I have such fond memories, and of course Ricky is part of all of them. The laughs were always hardy and often.

I pray that God will give you each His peace and will comfort each one of you through these difficult times.

Posted by Cathi Weldon LeMand    November 18, 2009

Jude, Mark, Robin, Michael, David, Jeff, and rest of family....

My heartfelt sympathy on Rick's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of all the times shared at your parent's home, or Jude's house, during both happy and sad times. I felt so at home with all of you and was honored to be a part of your family's closeness and tight bond, especially during some tough times. We shared joyous occasions and sad times. Your strength and ability to laugh at the precious memories you had with those who passed carried you before and will carry you again.

My first memory of Rick was in junior high school at the Ashbourne Hills Swim Club. He was always nice to me, almost protective. In later years, I have a lasting image of Rick coming into the Claymont Fire House at Stephen's fundraising event. It appeared that the doors flew open, Rick decked out in a suit strolled through the door (someone trailing behind him), with that particular walk of his, slowly made his way around the room making sure to stop and chat with everyone. He certainly had a commanding presence as he made his way to you, Jude, and Stephen. And, so, that is how it was for years. Rick arrived later than everyone else and always made a grand entrance. Quite a guy!

There was no doubt how much Rick loved his family and how loyal he was to those he cared for deeply. Nothing was too great for his family; he would do anything. He was bigger than life! He was a good guy! I will always have fond memories of him and all of you. You all are in my thoughts and my prayers.

With much love,
Doe

Posted by Doris (Doe) Weldon Fry - Orlando, FL   November 17, 2009

I did not know Richard but I went to school with Judy and Mark was my son's baseball coach several years ago. My heart and prayers go out to to your family.

Posted by Linda Sullenberger Marroni    November 17, 2009