Enrico (Rick) Addessi of Danbury, CT, husband of Donna (Gigliotti) Addessi passed away peacefully on February 18, 2012 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. Rick was born in Danbury, CT on December 18, 1929 to the late Alesandro and Gilda (Peppe) Addessi who had immigrated to America from Fondi, Italy in the early 1900s. Rick was a graduate of Danbury High School class of 1948. Growing up with traditional family values, he was a self taught, motivated man with great respect for working hard and enjoying life. Rick was a Partner and Treasurer of Addessi Jewelers, a successfully run family business of over 60 years. He managed one of the Danbury stores in the earlier years, yet spent most of his career at Addessi Jewelers in Ridgefield located on historic Main Street. Rick earned the status of "Vintage Registered Jeweler", a title of merit from the American Gem Society and was the recipient of the "Diamond Certificate of the Gemological Institute of America," a world-renowned diamond training program. He embraced every aspect of the business from sweeping or shoveling the sidewalk in front of his store to selling fine jewelery and precious stones. He especially loved to work with customers and earned their trust and respect with great pride.
Rick also had a keen interest in commercial and residential real estate. He and his wife, Donna enjoyed renovating properties and valued the importance of preserving historical buildings, including donating the David Scott House, circa 1713 to the Ridgefield Historical Society. They were also honored with the Downtown Ridgefield Beautification Award for renovating their properties in the historic Village of Ridgefield. His interest in real estate prompted him to obtain his CT Real Estate Brokers license as well.
His passion for business was diverse, as he was one of the Founders and Incorporators, and Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Village Bank and Trust (which was acquired by Webster Bank.) He was also a Dale Carnegie graduate of public speaking. Rick enjoyed his memberships in the Amerigo Vespucci Lodge of Danbury, the Italian American Mutual Aid Society of Ridgefield, St. Joseph's Men's Club, Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce, the Ridgewood Country Club and Coral Ridge Yacht Club. Rick cherished his time in Florida with his family and friends, and in earlier years at Fairfield Beach in CT boating and teaching the neighborhood children to water-ski ("heels down, toes up".) Rick's High School superlative was 'smoothest on the dance floor' which served him well, as he and Donna enjoyed many years of dancing the night away with many friends. He took great pleasure in the outdoors and especially enjoyed gardening with his wife. Rick was an avid sports fan, and in particular was a die hard Yankees fan. A devoted and generous father with a great sense of humor, Rick was deeply loved by his children, and will be remembered for his unconditional love and for sharing with them many lifelong lessons.
Besides his parents, Rick was predeceased by his brother John and infant sister Angelina. He is survived by his loving wife Donna of 59 years, his three children, Deborah Addessi Bush of Danbury, CT, Carleen Addessi Baer of Wellesley, MA and Wayne Alexander Addessi of Newtown, CT. He is also survived by Rick Bowen, son-in-law Kenneth Baer, and daughter-in-law Bernadette (Gillen) Addessi, his adoring grandchildren, Nicole Bush, Keith and Lauren Baer, Meghan, Kathryn and Thomas Addessi and his great grandchildren, Christopher Bush and Anthony and Eric Nova. Rick is also survived by his loving brother Lewis Addessi, sister-in-law Joan Addessi and sister-in-law Delia Addessi, several nieces and nephews, cousins and many dear friends.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt love and gratitude to Marcia and Siccron Pesantez who cared for Rick during his illness with love and devotion. In addition, their gratitude extends to the professional staff of the Danbury Hospital 9E floor, Western CT Home Care and Regional Hospice and Home Care of Western CT for their care and kindness.
In honor of Mr. Addessi's wishes there will be no calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00am on February 24, 2012 at St. Joseph Parish, 8 Robinson Avenue, Danbury, CT. Burial will be held in St. Peter's Cemetery. Green Funeral Home, 57 Main St.,Danbury is in charge of arrangements. Contributions in Rick's memory may be made to St. Joseph Parish, 8 Robinson Avenue, Danbury, CT 06810, or Regional Hospice and Home Care of Western CT, 405 Main St., Danbury, CT 06810 or Western CT Home Care (VNA) 4 Liberty St., Danbury, CT 06810.
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February 15, 2024
Friend
frank/Janet Farrell
Ricky literally vibrated with a love of life, family and friends. With his great success in the business world, he remained a modest man, proud of his heritage. Often mentioned was the joy of watching Donna and Ricky on the dance floor... a thing of beauty. God rest his soul
March 10, 2012
ray asmar
Carleen & family, so sorry 2 have just heard about the crossing over of your dad. We all have wonderful memories growing up in the neighborhood and the kindness class & generosity of your Dad. U must carry on his torch of benevolence and fun as he did.Best 2 u & the family in the future. Only Good Things, Ray
March 5, 2012
My Precious Love,
It has been over 2 weeks, but tears still flood my broken heart. You flew away on the wings of the angels into God's loving arms. So until we meet again, I will love you forever.
Your Loving Wife,
Donna
Dear Friends,
My heart is full of love and gratitude for the beautiful tributes paid to my beloved Rick. He was a special man. Thank you for taking the time to tell us how much he meant to you.
Love,
Donna
February 27, 2012
Kate Addessi
"Grampy" I will always remember your love for your family, your sense of humor, your charisma for selling a nice piece of jewelry and your love for "grammy". You are missed everyday and will be until we meet again. By far, you have made the greatest impact in my life and for the past twenty years i have been so happy to call you my grandfather.
You will be missed forever but you will never be forgotten.
We love you and we will all take great care of "grammy". Don't worry about us.
Please Rest in Peace with John, Angelina, Beverly, and Your Parents.
Revelation 14:13
"They will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them."
I love you "Grampy".
Rest in Peace.
Until we meet again someday.
Kate
February 26, 2012
Jim Ginch
To Donna and Family:
Rick was a man for all seasons. I'll miss his smiling face and gentle good humor. I'm a better person for having known him. May he rest in peace.
February 25, 2012
Robert Ivancso
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Regards to all,
The Ivancso Family
February 25, 2012
Richard & Pat Provino
Donnna, Wayne Debbie and Carleen.
Our deepest condolences on the passing of your husband and father. We have fond memories of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
February 24, 2012
Lise Dean
Thinking of you, Donna, Wayne,Debbie and Carleen. I shall light a candle today at church in memory of your father, wishing I could be there with you to mourn and celebrete Ricky's life. May God's love be with you all today and always.
February 23, 2012
Susan. Rusty, Catherines and Sarah Warren
Dear Carleen and family,
We send our deepest condolences to you all on the passing of your dear father and grandfather. What a wonderful life he lived! How blessed you are to have been part of his family. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all and to your Mother, Carleen.
Sincerely,
Susan, Rusty, Catherine and Sarah Warren
February 23, 2012
Kevin Gillen
"Mr. A " was a great guy! He was kind and generous and a gentleman in every respect. But, he also had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. We had some really fun times at those Italian-American Club "pasta nights". "Mr. A" helped put me through my first year of law school by hiring me to work with the subcontractors he engaged to renovate his commercial properties in Ridgefield. He just introduced me and said, "This guy is working with you and I'm paying him". That was that. The best part was that he would send Wayne to get me every day for breakfast and lunch and we would all eat, talk and laugh in the back of the jewelry store. Those were great memories. Thanks for everything, "Mr. A"! I know you're in a great place and look forward to seeing you again someday.
My condolences to "Mrs. A", Wayne,Debbie, Carlene and the rest of the Addessi family.
February 23, 2012
Brian Cronin
Our deepest sympathy to Donna and family at Rick's passing. I shall always remeber your's and Rick's untireing support for our local CFS agency. Brian and Lee Cronin
February 23, 2012
Lauri Reinhart
Dear Mrs. Addessi,
Sending peace and love to your across the miles and my heartfelt sympathy at Mr. Addessi's passing. I think of you both with warm memories of all the happy times you have shared with my parents over the years and have been a part of our lives. Laughter and now tears and memories that will live forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Mr. Addessi, you will be missed.
With love to all of you,
Lauri (Kornhaas) Reinhart
xo
February 23, 2012
With deepest sympathy. Dolly Spain
February 23, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Tom Fabiano-Katherine Baker
February 22, 2012
frank/janet farrell
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 22, 2012
Julius Sanna
Dear Donna and Family,
Our sincerest sympathy & condolences.
As the years pass us by,so do the Dear ones who shared our lives.
Our prayers are with you all.
Naomi & Julius Sanna
February 21, 2012
Nicole Bush
Dear Grandpa, you will always be in our prayers, in our thoughts and in our hearts.We love you very much!!! P.S. I will have Chris root for the Yankees just for you;) Love Nicole, Christopher, Anthony, & Eric
February 21, 2012
Wayne Addessi
My memories are infinite Dad and my heart and soul are full of your glory. Rest in peace now.
I love you for eternity.
Your loving son and family,
Wayne, Berni, Meghan, Kate and Thomas
February 21, 2012
Betsy Pankulis
I'm so very sorry for your loss, Peace be with you all at this sorrowful time.
February 21, 2012
Linda Wright
Dear Donna, Deb, Carleen and Wayne,
I was so sad to see of Mr. Addessi's passing. I have many fond memories of when I worked for him. Thinking of you and and will keep you all in my prayers.
February 21, 2012
Donna so sorry for your loss Dick and Bessie Cerrone Spring Hill Fl.
February 21, 2012
Richard Cerrone
February 21, 2012
Priscilla & Jack Garamella
Dear Donna and Family
What a magnificent husband and father Rick was. We cherish his memory and are sure that his lessons to his children and grandchildren will be similarly cherished.
Be sure that he will be missed by all.
Love to you.
February 21, 2012
Lise Dean
Rest in peace Ricky. Your kind and gentle spirit will be deeply missed.
February 21, 2012
Caryl and John Lucchesi
Dear Donna and Family,
Ricky was a wonderful person and a true friend. We have so many happy memories of times we had with you and Rick and it gives us much comfort to remember them.
Our love and thoughts and prayers are with you, dear heart.
Caryl and John Lucchesi
Bridgewater, Connecticut
February 21, 2012
Dear Donna and Wayne, Thinking of you at this most sad time. What a wonderful and rewarding life Rick did have. I hope these memories will be a comfort now.Sincerely, Peggy Crotty-Platka
February 21, 2012
Paul Hannan
My deepest condolences to Donna and the Addessi family.
If i'm not mistaken, Rick and Donna bought our family home on Westville Ave Ext. after my Father Passed away.
February 21, 2012
Dear Donna and Family-My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort in wonderful memories.
Carolyn Damici
February 21, 2012
Dr Gregory M Smith
Sincere condolences to the entire Addessi family on the passing of a wonderful man, Rick. I remember both Rick and Donna many years ago when they gave so much of their attention to their Danbury parish. May he rest in peace.
February 21, 2012
hugh burrell
Dear Louie and Family--My deepest sympathies on the loss of your brother, Rickhugh. He was a true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Hugh Burrell and family
February 21, 2012
hugh burrell
Dear Louie and Family--My deepest sympathies on the loss of your brother, Rickie. He was a true gentleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Hugh Burrell and family
February 21, 2012
Wayne-Bernadette and Family - Sorry about your loss. We will keep you and the family in our prayers.
Regards
Micki (Roth)Abbate
February 21, 2012
Deborah Maruottolo
RIP, Mr. Addessi. You were a kind and generous man. You will be missed by all that knew you.
February 21, 2012
james bassett
Rest in peace.
February 20, 2012
Caryl and John Lucchesi
Dear Donna and family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We have lost a dear and true friend in Ricky but know he is in a better place now. We will always love him and remember the good and fun times we l had with him.
God bless you always, Ricky, and may He hold you in His hands forever...
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