Richard Antonio Marcellino, 87, of Owensboro passed away Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Hermitage Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky on May 30, 1932 to the late Marian J. and Francis “Fannie” Levin Marcellino. Richard was retired from the Navy as a Lieutenant Commander of the USS Antietam. He received the National Defense medal, United National Service medal, Korean Service medal, and the Gold Conduct medal. Richard enjoyed playing tennis with his friends and was an avid University of Kentucky fan.
Along with his parents, Richard is preceded in death by his daughter, Ann Maria Marcellino.
Richard is survived by his wife of 67 years, Patricia B. Gubser Marcellino, his children, Marian A. Marcellino of Murray, and Michael A. Marcellino of Owensboro.
Military Honors will be 1:00 pm Monday, September 23, 2019 at Owensboro Memorial Gardens.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Marcellino. Share your messages of condolence with the family of Richard Marcellino at www.haleymcginnis.com
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