Richard Thomas “Rick” Cecchine, 50

Richard Thomas Cecchine, “Rick” age 50, of Douglass Township, PA, died December 29, 2015.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, on January 20, 1965, he was a son of John Lewis Cecchine of Wallingford, Delaware County and the late Eileen Marie (Walls) Cecchine.

He was a 1983 graduate of Upper Darby High School.

Rick was employed as a service technician with Royal Medical Supply, Pottstown.

One of Rick’s favorite hobbies was building models of ships, planes and anything that captured his expansive imagination. He was a lively conversationalist. Rick had a passion for the history and traditions of the U.S. Navy.

Rick is survived by three brothers: Michael (Gail) Ce- cchine of Wallingford, Delaware County, Christopher Cecchine of Upper Darby Township, Delaware County and John (Maria) Cecchine of Haverford Township, Delaware County.

Other survivors include his Uncle Richard (Hedda) Cecchine of Tredyffrin Township, Chester County and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Andrew Amey, who died December 28, 2003.

A memorial service/ visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 10:30 AM to 12:00 noon at the O’Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Road, Springfield, PA 19064.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to AA District 38 PO Box 135 Oaks, PA 19456-0135.