Obituary: Richard Andrew Kontos, 73, Of Greenwich

Via Castiglione Funeral Home

Richard Kontos died on Aug. 15,2021 at the age of 73 after a lifelong illness.

Richard was born on April 22,1948 to Joseph and Elizabeth Kontos of Bryam, the family then moved toGlenville where Richard spent most of his life. He attended St. Mary’s H.S. class of 1966, the University of Connecticut receiving a degree in English & Journalism, and Fordham University, receiving his Master's Degree in Social Work.

Richard was a kind, gentle person who found the good in people. He was always ready to help those in need, day or night, even when he couldn’t help himself getting through some very difficult times. He received far less than he deserved from life, and we believe he is now at peace and free of the pain he endured, surrounded by the family and friends who left before him. He will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his daughter Rebecca and husband Brett Baird, grandsons Hunter and Tyler, sister Susan and husband Bill Keating, brothers Joe and wife Susan, Tom and wife Kathy, and nieces, nephews and grand nieces, nephews Kelly Ann ,Lisa, Tom ,Ashley, Erin, Hannah, Tim, Cash and Pearl, and predeceased by his niece Jane.

The family would like to thank Greenwich Woods for the care and compassion they gave Richard thispast year.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Greenwich Library.