Fred Rich Obituary

Fred J. Rich

PINELLAS PARK, FL

Fred J. Rich, 90, of Pinellas Park, FL, beloved husband of Suzanne Newton Rich, passed away on August 9, 2025 at Bay Pines VA Healthcare System following a courageous battle with cancer. Fred was born in Bristol, CT on December 18, 1934 and was a son of the late Frederick and Rosemary (Golin) Rich. Raised in Bristol, he attended Bristol schools and attended high school in St. Petersburg, FL. Following high school, he joined the Navy serving for two years. He owned and operated Rich Construction for many years with his father and brothers, and worked for Manafort Brothers for several years. Additionally, he owned and operated Leo's Lunch and Pete's Grill for over thirty years. In addition to his wife, Fred is survived by his daughter Stacey Rich and her husband Angelo; two granddaughters, Molly Anderson and Emily Carlone (Cary); four great-grandchildren, Noelle, Chase, Calvin and Cecelia; his beloved sister Geraldine Peterson of Manchester; his sister-in-law Barbara Rich of Bristol, several nieces and nephews, and his brother-in-law and sister-in law Bill and Carol Wallach. He was predeceased by his son Christopher Rich, and his brothers Billy, Peter and Joey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Funeral services and burial will be private.