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It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Richard Kevin (Casserino) Samolis Jr. on October 30, 2024 at the age of 51 years old. Rick was born in Middletown CT and later moved to Marlborough CT. Rick worked as a licensed electrician for the IBEW local 35, Hartford CT.
He loved his family, especially his mother, aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces. He leaves behind his mother Carleen Casserino-Strang and stepfather Jeff Strang. His father Richard Samolis Sr. and wife Sheila. His devoted brother, Joseph Samolis and wife Katherine, along with his nieces and nephews, Isabella, Landon, and Kayleigh Samolis.
Also, mourning his passing are his loving uncles and aunts, Carl and Judy Casserino and Dan and Lek Casserino; and his ex-wife Victoria Seckla. Rick is predeceased by his younger brother Kevin Daniel (Casserino) Samolis, who passed in 2016.
Rick and Kevin are now reunited in heaven and are watching over their loving family.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday November 6th from 5 to 7 p.m. with a funeral service following at 7 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St. Middletown. Burial will be private. To share memories or express condolences, please visit www.biega funeral home.com.
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Brayden Douton
September 24, 2025
I am in the middle. To the right is Rick and to my left is Victoria
Brayden Douton
September 24, 2025
Best uncle ever will never forget him and he would be so proud I got into a technical Highschool
THOMAS J GOGLIA JR
March 1, 2025
My heartfelt condolences to all of his family and friends.
Rick was a great friend to me in high school.
He will be missed.
Mercy High School
November 5, 2024
On behalf of the Mercy High School community, we offer our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Rick Samolis, beloved son of Carleen Casserino-Strang '72. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss.
Tracy Daniels
November 5, 2024
Carleen, Carl, Danny, and family. I'm so sorry to hear about Ricky's passing. He was such a sweet kid; I say kid because that was the last time I saw him. I hope you can find peace in all the loving memories; I know you hold close to your heart.
Lisa Huffman
November 4, 2024
To Carleen, Jeff, and the Samolis family, I am so sorry for this unimaginable loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Joyce Micale
November 4, 2024
To the Casserino and Samolis Family,
My sincere condolences on the loss of Ricky, my heart breaks for you all. May he finally rest in peace
Grace Zanelli
November 4, 2024
Sorry for your loss may he RIP
MaryAnn Shampang
November 3, 2024
So Sorry for your Loss ! All My Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this Difficult Time !
April Brundrett
November 2, 2024
I will always remember the great times we had growing up at the campground. He spent hours listening to my grandfather’s stories with such kindness. Rick was simply one of us.family.
Marra Giuliano
November 1, 2024
Carleen,Jeff and family, So very sorry to hear of your son Richard’s passing. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and most certainly in my prayers. May in rest in eternal peace.
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