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Richard Acosta Obituary
RICHARD "RICK" S. ACOSTA
June 4, 1962
August 4, 2020
Richard S. Acosta (Rick), loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend passed away on August 4, 2020 at the age of 58.
Rick was born on June 4, 1962 at Hill Air Force Base to Joyce and Louis Acosta and relocated to Colorado Springs, Colorado following six years in the United States Army. He married Carrie Pierce in Colorado Springs in 2004 bringing two children from previous marriages; Nicholas, 33 and Jennifer, 26. Richard had a passion for model RC planes and reconstructing classic cars. He was known for his sense of humor, charisma, love of challenging new projects and his friendly spirit.
Rick is survived by his wife Carrie; son Nicholas Frederick (Christy); daughter Jennifer Cahoon (Everett); brother Michael Acosta (Terri); sister Angela Santurro (Tony); and grandchildren, Leanna, Noah, Gracelyn and Mabel.
He will be forever missed and cherished by all.
A private family funeral service will be held at Pikes Peak National Cemetery followed by a reception at the Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center (530 Communication Circle, Colorado Springs 80905) on August 17, 2020 from 3:30 PM-5:30 PM.
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Diana Hinojosa
August 8, 2024
Rest in Peace Rick, you are not forgotten. Enjoy the beauty of heaven with our/your loved ones. Aunt Diana
Diana Hinojosa
August 9, 2021
It's been a year already and your still thought of, missed and loved. Enjoy the beauty of heaven. Watch over us always. Aunt Di
Diana Hinojosa
August 22, 2020
Rick will be missed by many. God Bless & Rest His Soul. Love Always from his Aunt & Uncle In-law. Diana & T.D. Hinojosa
S Chambers
August 14, 2020
My deepest condolences on the loss of dear Rick. I hope that 1st Thessalonians 4:14 can help ease your pain and give you hope.
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