
A Celebration of Life for Richard Salierno will be on May 11th, 2024 at Venue 1235 from 1:00-7:00 PM, located at 1235 North 3rd Street, Lawrence, Kansas, 66044.
Richard Andrew Salierno of Lawrence, Kansas passed away March 14, 2024 with family by his side. He was born May 19, 1954 in Brooklyn, New York and grew up on Long Island in Lindenhurst, New York and spent much of his youth surrounded by friends and family playing sports and going to nearby beaches. He became a Kansan when he filled his older brother already attending Ottawa University.
Rich worked for the Lawrence Journal World as a Distribution Manager for 30 years. He followed at the Kansas City Star for three years and then became a casual Bus Driver in Lawrence, Kansas for 2 years prior to full retirement.
Rich married Wanda Freeman on December 6, 1993 in Las Vegas. She survives of the home. Other survivors include Michael Salierno, brother, 8 brother-in-laws, 7 sister-in-laws and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Beatrice Salierno, nephew, Dominic Salierno, and sister-in-law, Aneita Burton.
Rich could light up any room with his whit and laughter. He loved to travel home and abroad with his wife, friends and family. Many of those travels involved attending one of many sporting vents and music venues. Rich was a true captain at heart and enjoyed spending his free time fishing and boating at Perry Lake. We all need to celebrate a life well lived.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Douglas County Visiting Nurses Hospice Care, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home: P.O. Box 1260, Lawrence, KS, 66044.
Wanda and family,
So sorry to hear about Rich. Prayers and condolences and hugs to you and your family.
Rich will be fondly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Wanda- So sorry to learn about Rich passing. He will be missed by so many. He had a zest for life. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your love for each other was one of a kind.
Wanda, so sorry to hear about Rich. Hoping that, with time, your sadness fades to be replaced by fond memories of good times.
Thinking of you.
Wanda, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I met Richard when I was helping his mother in, 2016-2017, Bea relished his visits. Richard was always kind, respectful, enjoyed a good laugh and the world has lost a special person.
R.I.P. Rich. I worked with Rich at LJW. Rich was a hard worker and, at the same time, could always bring a smile to others. My prayers are with his family.
So sorry to see this, Rich was one of the good guys
Wanda my thoughts of peace are with you. Rich was truly a gem of a guy and great to work with and know.
Wanda, I’m so sorry for your loss. I pray you find Peace and can always look back at all the good times. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
R.I.P. Rich. Sorry for your loss Wonda an family. The Green Brothers. John an Weegee.
Wanda, Becky and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Wanda. My heart hurts for you. Rich as you know was 1 of a kind. Try to remember all the fun you had during your time together…
Stay strong, you know he’d want you to carry on. You’re in my thoughts & in my heart friend. Hugs&kisses
Christine Hartwell
So sorry for your loss. I cannot believe Rich is gone. He will no longer “axe” me a question. I enjoyed working with him at LJW.
Wanda – you have our sympathy. Rich was a great and friendly guy.
Richard always had a place for me at the table,always a tune on his radio.He will be my brother. forever.
Wanda and family- we are saddened to learn of Rich’s passing. He was just a wonderful man and we would always laugh and reminisce whenever we connected. We will miss him. Your family is in our prayers.
So very sorry to learn of Rich’s passing, Wanda and Salierno family. What a dear soul! Will never forget his passion for life, his sense of humor, the hours of laughter and his great love of all! With peace and love. Michele aka “Trixie”
Captain Richie was ONE OF A KIND!!! He was the life of the party with a great sense of humor! Bringing people together was his forte – whether organizing the annual LJWorld picnics, friends at his and Wanda’s boat, New Year’s gatherings, and any reason to get together just to spend time with family and friends! Richie, you were loved by so many from all walks of life! Everyone has a Richie story that will put a smile on their face. Richie lived his life to the fullest with his co-captain, Wanda.
Wanda, know you are loved and in our thoughts during this most difficult time. Let us know if you need anything! Holding you close in our hearts – sending virtual (((hugs))).
Wanda, my heart goes out to you in this time of grief. Praying for comfort for you and your family.
He was always ready with a smile and a quick laugh. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He is missed.
Wanda, he was the best. The kindest, funny, whip smart! My thoughts are with you. Working with Rich at LJW, we always had a great laugh. May your memories of your beautiful life together bring you peace.
Wanda, so sorry for your loss. May he RIP. Best wishes.
Wanda- I am so very sorry for you and your family. Rich was an amazing, energetic and passionate man. He will be truly missed.