Richard A. “Ricky” Wysocki

Ricky passed on May 5th at the age of 51. Former husband of Beth Giorla (nee Zeiger). He was the loving father of Ashley McAteer (Jimmy), Lindsay (Russell Kubach) and Carter (Nina Mallon). Grandfather of Lucas Kubach and Jaxon Wysocki. Dear brother of Donna Merritt (Chuck). Uncle to David, Brian, and Christopher Kulb and Ryan Merritt. He was the son of the late Walter and Patricia (nee McGrody). Also survived by his girlfriend Barbara Hansell and many aunts, uncles, cousins, great nieces and nephews. Please join the Wysocki family 6:00pm Friday, May 12th at Delaware Valley Cremation Center 7350 State Rd. Phila. PA. 19136 for a gathering of remembrance in honoring and celebrating Ricky’s life. The memorial tribute service will begin promptly at 6:30pm with time for food, drink and fellowship immediately afterwards, around 7:00-10:00pm, where Ricky’s family will be accessible to receive the loving comfort of your condolences, remembrances and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ricky’s name to the Bridesburg Recreation Center, 4601 Richmond St, Philadelphia, PA 19137. Ricky grew up in Bridesburg and spent most of his time playing football, baseball, and basketball at Bridesburg Recreation Center. He would also go on to play for the men's softball leagues in the neighborhood. He graduated class of 1984 at North Catholic. Ricky could always be found in front of the TV watching the Eagles and the Phillies, with the volume on mute and sports radio on in the background. He loved taking his children to Phillies games at the Vet, buying the cheapest tickets and sneaking down to the 100 level. Ricky worked in the parts department and eventually became a car salesman at Northeast Lincoln Mercury. He was a counselor at Self Help Movement where he helped a countless number of men to get them back on their feet and the assistance they needed. Ricky was proud to be from Bridesburg, proud to be Polish and Irish and sport his favorite number, 11. He will be missed by many but remembered by all. "And until we meet again…"