Orlando mourns the sudden loss of Richie Deno, a devoted father and friend whose vibrant spirit touched many lives across Central Florida. Richie passed away unexpectedly in late November 2025, leaving his family to endure a third devastating blow in a single week, following the recent deaths of his younger brother and brother-in-law.
The exact circumstances surrounding Richie’s passing remain private to his loved ones during this intensely difficult time. What is known is that he was found unresponsive at a residence in the Orlando area.
Emergency services responded quickly, but despite all efforts, he could not be revived. Authorities have stated there is no suspicion of foul play, and the matter is now with the medical examiner for final determination.
Richie was a proud father whose children were the center of his world. He poured love and energy into being present for them, whether coaching from the sidelines, sharing meals, or simply being the dad they could always count on. Friends and family remember him as the uncle who showed up with a smile and a helping hand, and as a loyal son who stayed close to his roots.
He faced life’s hardest moments with a resilience that inspired those around him. Even after losing his younger brother and brother-in-law within days of each other, Richie continued to hold his family together with quiet strength. His sudden departure has left an aching void, yet the love he gave so freely lives on in his children, siblings, nieces, nephews, and the many friends who called him family.
Orlando remembers Richie Deno as a man who loved deeply and lived fully, and whose memory will continue to bring light to everyone fortunate enough to have known him. Funeral arrangements will be shared by the family in the coming days.